MADCAP Mondays: A Betting Man

It's Alluring A. And now it's time to wrap up this week's MADCAP Monday hat-trick with the last story, "A Betting Man" by mybluesky. So who here hasn't seen Cruel Intentions? If you have then you know not to make a bet about bedding anybody. Well unfortunately Edward didn't get the memo. So not only does he make the bet, but Bella finds out about it.

Now Bella instead of putting Edward in his place actually goes along with the whole charade hoping to put him through hell. Funny how things never go according to plan, especially when people like James are involved.

When I return I see that Jake looks a bit distressed, his brow furrowed in concern. When I question him, he pulls me to the side, where it's slightly quieter - though still deafeningly loud. He puts his lips right against my ear and shouts, "I've got bad news - don't get upset, though."

Uh oh. This can't be good. "What is it?"

"James is here."

Crap. Or, wait - is this a good thing? Maybe I can tell him off some more...

"And I was in the bathroom stall and heard him talking..." Jake goes on. "He was talking about you."

He watches me carefully for my reaction. Expecting an outburst, perhaps? I cock an eyebrow. "Oh...?"

He just nods.

"Well? What did he say?"

He looks like he doesn't want to tell me at first. He thinks better of it. "He actually has a friend with him - some sharp looking guy, and he was saying how you wouldn't go to bed with him. Then his friend was saying he'd never had that problem, and James bet the guy he wouldn't be able to get you into bed..."

I'm absolutely...mortified. That asshole! I can't believe it. I knew he'd been lying last night..."Don't put words in my mouth, Bella," he'd said...Ha!

And what the fuck was Jake doing? Just standing there, shamelessly eavesdropping?

"Why didn't you say something?" I yell. "You know-stand up for a friend? Ever heard of that?"

"I was using the bathroom..." he looks embarrassed, yet it's impossible to see his russet skin flush in this darkness. I roll my eyes. Men are pathetic, I swear. "I'm telling you so you won't fall for it. I'll kick his ass if he touches you, Bella." He tries to sound threatening and tough.

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"Hi, I'm Edward Cullen. Dance with me?" His words are simple, and yet so slow and seductive...

I take a cleansing breath. I lean back, trying to regain my composure. This man...this...God-like creature...wants to dance with me?

I glance towards the bar and see Jake immediately. He's staring at us with wide eyes, and as soon as he meets my gaze he quickly whips his hand across his neck in rapid successions. A warning.

Understanding dawns. This is James' friend...

I'm extremely disappointed. Who knew James has such gorgeous friends? Such gorgeous, off-limit friends. Edward is watching me expectantly, patiently waiting. He has no clue that I know about his little bet. I'm unsure whether to call him out or refuse him nicely.

The are insane cats, bedposts, handcuffs, rugs, and other tricks up both Bella and Edward's sleeves. You'll cheer for Bella to teach Edward a lesson, as well as hoping that Edward wins the bet. And did I mention that there's a wedding too? You'll have to read to find out all about it!


So I've given you three choices. One of them should tickle your fancy. Take a chance and bet on this last story it's a great one you'll enjoy! And as always please leave MyBlueSky some major love.