The Prize: The Sexy Billionaire Bad Boy Series, #6

By Jessica Kelly

Nash Montgomery always thought the ultimate prize was becoming a superstar quarterback in the NFL. But now, the prize he wants most is getting his life back -- and there's a very sexy woman who's going to help him do it.

Even though he was born into a family worth billions, Nash has never been one to rest on his laurels. He worked hard to become a sexy sports hero, a surefire first-round draft pick in the NFL, and a star student in Petroleum Engineering. And after a shocking twist, he needs his strength, smarts, and determination more than ever.

Luckily, he's not fighting alone. Kayla Miles is sexy, stacked, and stunning -- and she's the only one who can help Nash get his life back on track.

Together, they'll fight obstacles and danger that neither ever saw coming. Can they overcome all of these massive challenges, or will the ultimate prize sit just outside of Nash's grasp forever?

Get your copy of The Prize and experience the sexy suspense for yourself!

(Not a big football fan? That's OK! This book is light on the sports lingo and heavy on the steam.)

The Prize answers all of the questions left

Sky's The Limit and The Prize center around the sexy Nash Montgomery.  If you'd like to read about some of the other hot billionaires in the Montgomery family, check out the rest of the sexy novels in this series: 

Read Dominic Montgomery's story in:

Revealing Secrets -- A Sexy Novella (The Sexy Billionaire Bad Boy Series #1)
Chasing Destiny -- A Sexy Novella (The Sexy Billionaire Bad Boy Series #2)

Read Hunter Montgomery's story in:

The Catch -- A Sexy Novella (The Sexy Billionaire Bad Boy Series #3)
Playing for Keeps -- A Sexy Novella (The Sexy Billionaire Bad Boy Series #4)

Read Nash Montgomery's story in:

Sky's the Limit -- A Sexy Novella (The Sexy Billionaire Bad Boy Series #5) 
The Prize -- A Sexy Novella (The Sexy Billionaire Bad Boy Series #6) 

Or, binge read all six books in this series with the box set Billionaire Bad Boys - The Montgomerys. 

This book contains adult situations and steamy scenes, so it's best-suited for an audience that's 18+.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Premier Content Source, Inc.
• Release date: Dec 1, 2016
• ISBN: 9781540135070

Jessica Kelly

Author.  Dreamer.  Entrepreneur. That's how Jessica Kelly describes herself.  Just like the main character in her first book, Trick Play, Jessica believes that hard work is the key to success.  Luckily, though, creating new characters and new plot twists doesn't feel like work to her!  Jessica has always had a passion for writing, and she has dreamed of becoming a successful author for more years than she can count. So what about the "Entrepreneur" part? That proves just how serious Jessica is about turning her dream into reality.  Her goal isn't to write a book or two in her spare time.  Instead, she's focused on building a successful writing career from the ground up.  She's not content to JUST have a dream.  She's willing to do whatever it takes to make it come true. Jessica began living the dream the moment she started writing Trick Play.  When she's not dreaming up new story ideas, this native Floridian can be found spending quality time with friends and family, soaking up the sun on the beach, and -- of course -- reading. Jessica loves hearing from her readers.  Connect with her on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/jessicakellyauthor or on Twitter at http://twitter.com/WritingJessica

Book preview

Chapter 1

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The silence of the darkness surrendered to the deafening blare of a siren.

"Adult male, 22 years old.  Right open tibia fracture immobilized above and below the fracture.

Blood Pressure 90 over 50.  Score Pulse 40 per minute.  Respiration  6 per minute.  Patient falling and out of consciousness.  ECG monitor.  100% oxygen via non-rebreather mask.  Established two large-bore peripheral I.V. access 0.9% sodium chloride solution.  10/4 IV morphine."

Where am I? Nash mumbled.

You're in an ambulance, Mr. Montgomery.  En route to Dallas Trauma Center.

Trauma ... why?

You were hit by a car.  You have an open tibia fracture in your right leg.

No, not my leg, he begged before the darkness came back.

Next thing he knew, the siren was gone.  So was the voice.  But it had been replaced by another voice, this one just as urgent. 

"Cephalothin 2 g q6-8h.  Gentamycin 240 mg/d, metronidazole (500 mg q12h) Tetanus prophylaxis. 

Initiate debridement stat. Redrape the limb.  Transport to surgery.  Prep for intramedullary nail."

He cracked open his eyes and jolted when he was greeted with blinding lights. 

Relax, Mr. Montgomery, another voice insisted.  I'm your anesthesiologist.  You won’t feel a thing.

My ...

You're going into surgery.  Everything's going to be fine.

Chapter 2

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Nash.  Oh thank God!

Finally, a voice he recognized.

Mom?  Where am I?

You’re at Dallas Trauma Center, sweetheart.  Your father's here.  And Noah, too.

He struggled to move.  Everything hurt.  Thanks for coming...

Of course we came, Nash!  You were hit by a car.

He struggled to collect his thoughts.  I remember the doctor said something...

Thank God someone found you as soon as they did, son, his father said.

Nash turned his head to look over at his father.  Even that took a Herculean effort.

Where was I?

Apparently you’d been jogging, his father explained.  Along  Ollinger.

Ollinger, that’s right, he mumbled, trying to piece together his jagged memories.  Ollinger.

Nash, don’t try to say too much.  You're just coming out of the anesthesia.

I'm so ...

It'll take more than this to slow you down, brother, Noah said.  We're here with you.  Go back to sleep.

He so much wanted to sleep – but not before he knew exactly what was going on. 

Noah, tell me what happened.  Please.

We'll fill you in on the details later dear, his mother insisted.  When the doctor comes in.

Mom.  I need to ...

You broke your leg son.  They repaired it in surgery.

Repaired... he mumbled slowly.  I had surgery?

Yes, it’s all done, his father said.  We’re just so happy to see that you’re awake.  They feared you might have a skull fracture.  They found you unconscious in the street.  And in the ambulance, you were drifting in and out of consciousness.  Scared the hell out of us.

He was having trouble moving his lips to match his thoughts.  But I'm OK?

Of course you are dear, his mother said.  How about I give you a little bit of this water?  Can you take a little sip?

When he tried to sit up, it stung.  Alerted, he reached for his arm.  "I.V." he mumbled.

You need it for fluids son.  And for the pain.

Pain, he repeated softly.  Everything hurts.

I know, dear, his mom said, stroking his cheek lightly.  Go back to sleep and rest.  We'll be here.

Mom always knew best.  OK, Mom.  I ... 

The next thing he knew, a hand touched his arm.  His eyes cracked back open.

I just need to check your I.V.  Just give me a second, and then you can go back to sleep, a woman said with a smile.

Are you a nurse? he asked.

Yup, she smiled.  I’m your nurse.

The doctor? Nash asked weakly.

He’ll be here soon.  Now you go on back to sleep.  Your family's here.  They can speak to the doctor.

No, I ...

Nurse, can you see if you can get him in here before Nash falls back to sleep? he heard his mother ask.  I think it would be best.  While he's still semi-sedated.

Of course.  You just hold on, sweetie.

Nash opened his eyes to his mother.  You're crying Mom.

I was just so worried about you, Nash.

But I'm ...

You'll be fine, Nash.  She squeezed his hand before turning and looking towards the door.  Hello, Dr. Stanton.

The doctor walked in and studied a monitor next to Nash’s bed.  All thing considered, you're looking good, Nash.  You've only been out of surgery for, let's see, three hours.

Doctor, can you?

Explain?

Nash was alert enough to catch the body language between the doctor and his father.  Just a slight tug, but as far as Nash was concerned, it was a screaming red flag.

Do you feel you're ready?  How about I come back in the morning?  When you're more coherent.

Nash attempted to lift his head, but he couldn’t.  It hurt too much.

Here, let me adjust the bed, his mother said.  Is that better?

Much, he slurred.  Doctor, please just tell me what happened.

Very well, Nash.  You were struck by a vehicle.  You sustained a compound fracture to your right tibia.  Thankfully, a passerby came by soon enough that the EMT's were able to stabilize you.

Stabilize?

Your vitals were weak, and you were in considerable pain.  You'd lost quite a bit of blood, Dr. Stanton explained.  When you arrived in the E.R., the team quickly irrigated the wound and prepared you for debridement and surgery. 

Nash’s head was spinning from all of the fancy words.  The doctor smiled, In simple terms, debridement is the procedure we use to remove damaged tissue from an open wound.  The good news is that we initiated the procedure in a timely manner.  For you, that means a vastly improved healing potential for the remaining healthy tissue.

Nash looked across the room.  His mother was crying.  His father looked as if he'd seen a ghost.  His brother couldn’t even turn around to face him.

Doctor?

We secured your fracture internally with a titanium intramedullary nail.  The nail was implanted in the hollow center of the bone, called the medullary cavity.  The nail forms a self-contained internal splint which stabilizes the fracture.  The procedure allows for a precise alignment of the fracture, the doctor explained.  Barring any complications, you can expect faster healing, which means you’ll be able to put weight on your leg sooner.

The doctor lifted the sheets and revealed Nash's right leg.  You'll be in some pain.  I've ordered pain medication to take care of that.  Right now you're getting it in the I.V.  When you get home, I'll prescribe what you need.

Nash stared at his swollen bandaged leg.

When can I walk?

You'll be going home with crutches.  I am going to recommend physical therapy immediately upon your release.  No weight bearing, though.  Not right away, Dr. Stanton said.  But I want you to begin with assisted movement during your pre-rehab period.  The point is to reduce stiffness prior to the full rehab.  In the pre-stages the physical therapist will begin manual exercises.  Moving your ankle back and forth, bending and straightening your knee, flexing your calf, stretching your achilles tendon.  To answer your exact question, it could be two to six months before you're walking.

The doctor pulled the sheets back over his leg.  You will need intensive physical therapy.  And a lot of determination.

He certainly has that, Noah said firmly.

I don’t want you to worry about a thing, his father said.  "Arrangements are already in motion.  You will have the finest sports