Lion Boss: A Lion Shifter Paranormal Romance Short Story

By Summer Cooper

Enjoy this steamy lion shifter paranormal short story by USA Today Bestselling romance author Summer Cooper!

 

Mike's decision to acquire the run down bar known as Club Regalia left the community baffled. There seemed to be no reason for a man of his stature to delve into such a venture. For Mike, it wasn't about mere profit; it was about asserting his dominance. He aimed to prove a point, a bold declaration to the business world that he, and he alone, was the ultimate boss, capable of transforming even the most obscure establishments into thriving successes.

 

Until the day he crossed paths with Julia. She was an unexpected and tantalizing distraction that threatened to unravel his perfect plans. His desires for her were undeniable, and irresistible force.

 

But lurking beneath the facade of wealth and charisma was a hidden truth, a secret that could shatter the fragile connection forming between them. Would Mike's concealed identity prove too daunting for Julia to bear, or would their burgeoning connection withstand the weight of his hidden world?

 

This is an adult only steamy paranormal quick read, appealing to readers who love fated mates, billionaire romance, shifters and sizzling hot romances with a twist. Perfect for fans of Lara Adrian, Sherrilyn Kenyon, Christine Feehan, J R Ward and Alisa Woods.

 

• Language: English
• Publisher: Lovy Books Ltd
• Release date: Sep 21, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223903444

Book preview

CHAPTER ONE

Julia had graduated with a business degree earlier that summer without having a clue what she wanted to do with her life. She knew she had to start thinking about it, but at the moment she was content with her life exactly as it was. She shared a small apartment with her roommate and best friend Sarah, and they both worked at the nearby Club Regalia seven nights a week. They were bartenders, and it earned Julia more money than an entry level management position would while allowing her to meet some of the hottest guys in town.

Not that she was looking for a guy, but she was not opposed to having a little bit of fun. She knew she was far from what most men considered beautiful at 5 foot 3, with a big figure, round butt and average sized breasts. If anything she could be considered the girl next door, while Sarah was the prom queen, but Julia found that she really didn’t mind. She got plenty of attention and she wasn’t looking to settle down, so she wasn’t worried about any of it.

What do you think is going to happen? Sarah asked as she joined Julia in the bathroom to start putting on make-up. There has to be a reason we have to come in early.

I have no idea. John hasn’t said anything, and he’s the general manager so he would know. I have noticed that he hasn’t been at the club as much as he used to be, so something is definitely going on. I suppose we’ll find out when we get there, Julia said unconcerned. She knew there was no point in sweating over what it could be, as she wasn’t going to be able to change the outcome anyway. That was a philosophy she had adopted years ago, after several setbacks in her life had almost overwhelmed her.

Less than an hour later Julia and Sarah found themselves sitting on barstools along with the rest of their co-workers, waiting for the meeting to start. John was nowhere to be found, and considering he had called the meeting, they knew they simply had to wait. Julia hated waiting and she hated when someone was late to a meeting they scheduled, which was also very unusual for John who was more punctual than anyone she knew. When John walked in ten minutes later, Julia almost fell off the chair when she saw who he was with.

That was Mike Allaster. The richest bachelor in town and what most women would call a total hunk. He was tall at 6’3", with tanned skin and a muscular build. His bright blue eyes could pierce your soul, as it did in many of the pictures she had seen of him, but they could also be incredibly gentle and kind. He was the picture of what you’d call an Alpha male, and he radiated power and dominance. Julia had never met the man, and that was what she had always thought from the videos and pictures she’d seen of him, but seeing him here in person she knew she had only scratched on the surface of the man that was Mike Allaster. When she realized Mike was staring straight at her, she couldn’t quite contain her blush and focused on John as he started the meeting.

"Thank you all for coming in a bit early. I have an announcement to make, and it’s not easy for me to tell you this so I’m just going to come straight out and say it. I have sold Club Regalia. Due to some family commitments out west I have to move back to my hometown, and I didn’t want to close the club which was my only other option. As you have probably guessed, I have sold the club to Mike. Mike has promised to observe the club before making any changes, to see what he likes and what he doesn’t like, and I know you will all make him feel welcome. Please treat him the way you treat me and I don’t see any problems. Mike is the official owner as of