Even Money

Sometimes it only takes a minute. A connection of eyes across a room, a quickened heartbeat, and everything changes. I was a cocktail waitress with a fondness for partying and meaningless sex.

He owned half of Vegas, with the reputation to match. I should have turned away. Instead, I stepped closer.

Then, the lies started. Rumors spread. Stalking commenced.

And someone died. None of it stopped me from falling in love.