Ellianna Kingston found herself with an empty bank account and a broken heart after discovering her ex-boyfriend's betrayal. But her amazing best friends came to the rescue by booking a 7-day, all-expenses-paid cruise to paradise. She had no idea that she would capture the attention of the powerful Mafia boss, Kairos Vasileiou, who was utilizing the cruise as a front for money laundering and drug trafficking. The two click and their romance steams. Maybe a little too much for Mr. Vasileiou. He wants Elle and is willing to do whatever it takes to make her his. - "What are you doing?" I asked, my voice laced with surprise and a hint of annoyance. "You know exactly what I'm doing," Kairos replied, his deep voice sending shivers down my spine. "I saw the way you were looking at that bartender. You're mine, Ellianna, and I won't share you." My full name again. Before I could protest, Kairos pulled me close, his lips crashing onto mine in a passionate kiss. His tongue danced with mine, demanding and possessive, leaving me breathless. My initial resistance melted away as my body responded to his touch, the taste of the cocktail still lingering on my lips. I wouldn't lie. Even after everything I missed it. The way his lips felt, the pressure of them, all of it. Kairos's hands roamed freely, exploring my curves. He slid his fingers under my skirt, effortlessly removing my lace panties, leaving me exposed and vulnerable. I felt my breath quickened as I felt the cool breeze caress my bare skin...