The Billionaire's Longshot: Betting on You Series: Book Three Read Online Free Page B

seen Jill lately?”
    “Been on a boat, what do you think?” Ross had known Drew long enough to know when he was digging for information. I haven’t been able to see anything but her since the engagement party. He wasn’t ready to share that with his friends. Some things were best kept private. At least until he knew where he stood with Jill.
    Their college days were filled with side bets. He had lost a lot of money to his friend in those days. No doubt, Drew and Trent probably had a bet on whether or not he and Jill would hook up. Who bet for, and who bet against? He could tell by the look on Drew’s face. Some things never change.
    Drew laughed. “Wasn’t sure you were alone.”
    The thought of taking her with him had crossed his mind more than once. Maybe next time. “If you are done prying into my life, why don’t we talk about something else?” Anything else.
    “Okay, Takes One. I spoke to Jon yesterday. He finally filled Lizette in.”
    That was a relief; he didn’t want to slip up in front of her during a social occasion. It had been close when they were all having dinner at their home a few months ago. “Good to know. Anyone else?” Specifically Jill.
    “No, not that I’m aware of.”
    When they started Takes One they never imagined it would grow from local to global. This was the five-year anniversary since that fatal car accident took Brad’s life. Five years already. What started as the four friends trying to keep his memory alive by fulfilling his dream, now had become six. Each new member added a level that the original four had lacked and strengthened the mission. Not even Brad’s parents knew of this organization.
    Is it time to bring Brad’s vision out in the open? Or is it better this way?
    Brad chose to keep his generosity a secret until his death for a reason. They may never know that reason, but Takes One would remain anonymous.
    “I’m sure Elaine and Lizette will make as strong a team as they did at their previous jobs.” He had no clue how they expected to keep it from Jill. He was amazed Elaine hadn’t slipped and shared with Lizette before Jon brought her into the loop.
    “Yeah, Trent and Jon got lucky finding those two. Not surprised with Jon, but come on, Trent? I thought for sure he would be a bachelor for life.”
    Ross had to admit he thought the exact same thing. “Look at him now, about to be a father. I hope you didn’t lose too much on that bet.” Ross could tell by Drew’s expression, he had. Shaking his head, he rose from the chair and said, “Goes to show you, we don’t know each other as well as we think we do.” Ross was referring to himself.
    “Never double or nothing against Jon.” Drew sighed. “Lesson probably not learned.” Drew pulled some money from his wallet and laid it on the table. “Great catching up, breakfast was great. If I don’t see you before, I better see you at the fundraiser.” His tone was meant to make one thing clear, avoiding the event wasn’t an option for either of them.

Chapter Three
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    W hy was she nervous? This was only business. The last hour had been spent trying on outfits like it was their first date. I wish. Frustrated she selected of a pair of jeans and a long-sleeved white blouse. Slipping on the blouse, she buttoned it, but then hesitated giving more thought to the quickly approaching evening. This screams boring. That wasn’t something she’d even come close to looking like before. Jill was tempted to start from scratch but everything fit just right, there was only one thing missing. Smiling to herself, she unbuttoned a few top buttons again and reevaluated her appearance. Neat, casual with a tinge of sexy .
    While applying her lip gloss she reminded herself, Easy on the makeup, Jill. Glancing at the picture on the bureau, she couldn’t help but notice her sister’s expression. It was one she had become used to. Tolerant . Since her parents passed, she wasn’t sure she had ever seen a different