1. 61. A Mansion full of Rossis 

AZURA. 

The journey had been pleasant despite feeling a little nauseous at times, I wouldn‘t have changed anything about it. Leo‘s constant touches, the way he caressed my thigh, the way he tilted his head as he drove, giving me the perfect angle of that sexy jaw of his; or the way he looked at me... well, I couldn‘t focus on anything else much. 

But there was one thing that really got to me. It was the tin of cookies that Jackie had given me. There inside, was a small square of paper with the words ‘read when alone‘ on it, tucked under the first layer of cookies. 

I had been curious, but with Leo being so sharp, I had snuck the note into my boot to check later. 

Song, me, and the twins had texted a little too, and both the twins had been disappointed that they were at the academy. As for Song, she had a die–hard crush on Rayhan for ages. 

Well, that wasn‘t anything to be surprised about. He was damn handsome, and the majority of the girls at the academy were smitten with him. Rayhan was much like the Arden twins. All were rich, sexy, and powerful, although those brothers had been abroad for a few years. With Rayhan being here in the country, we heard of him often, and then there was the fact that he was mated. There was just something about wanting something you couldn‘t have, that was enticing... 

Sky used to even sell his pictures, which she would take sneakily, for pretty high prices, and the girls would happily buy them, as well as a couple of the boys. 

The moment he stepped out of the mansion, I heard Song gasp, squeezing my arm. 

She sure had a strong grip! 

But it was Leo who had my attention. His entire body tensed, and his eyes seemed to become far colder than I had ever seen them. His aura was raging around him and even Corrado looked scared in Alejandro‘s arm, clearly sensing the tension. 

I reached out, wrapping my hand over Leo‘s larger fisted one, and it felt like something snapped between the cousins, and Leo looked at me. 

‘You got this.‘I said, as he slowly took my hand, giving it a squeeze. 

Rayhan walked towards us, glancing at me and giving me a small smile. 

“Hey Azura, it‘s been a while. How have you been?” He asked, stopping beside Alejandro. “I‘ve been great. How are you?” I asked, feeling my cheeks heat a little under his gaze. 

Dammit Azura, focus. 

Yup, he was damn handsome… 

“Yeah, fucking focus.‘ Leo‘s cold voice came through the link, giving me a pointed look. I slammed my walls up thinking I did not need Leo to know that I did find his older cousin pretty handsome... Can you blame me? He was absolutely yummy. Ok Leo was yummier and way sexier, but that did not take away from the model–like God in front of me. 

Urgh, focus girl. 

So, my mate had, or shall I say has, a crush on that bastard?‘ Leo the ever–smartass, remarked. 

Was I that obvious? 

He wasn‘t looking at me, but I wasn‘t sure if he was annoyed or not... Well, I sure hoped not. But I guess if he had a crush on someone I disliked, I wouldn‘t be happy. 

‘Hey, I liked him when I was like ten, he was my first crush, and it was just a silly little girl‘s fantasy.‘ I retorted. 

His eyebrow shot up, his eyes flashed steel blue, and I kind of think I made it worse. 

‘Don‘t blame me, it‘s the damn Rossi gene. Maybe it was because he looked a lot like my future mate?‘ I tried, putting on my best innocent face. “Wait, are you jealous?‘ I taunted. 

His frown deepened and I realised I really was making it worse. 

“Rayhan! This is Song, my friend...” I said, pushing Song forward, hoping Leo didn‘t push it. 

She gave me a glare, her face on fire as Rayhan gave her one of his charming smiles. 

“Nice to meet you.” He replied in his sexy melodic voice, taking her hand and giving it a kiss. 

Song squeaked, and I couldn‘t help but chuckle. 

“I don‘t get what the fuck girls like about him.” Alejandro grumbled. 5 

as Rayhan smirked

wasn‘t as snarky as the

what‘s your name?”

Rossi.” Corrado replied, watching him

Rayhan gave him a wink, before turning his attention to Leo. Tension seemed to settle

to see you.” Rayhan said, offering his hand

cold as he took the offered

small soft smile on Rayhan‘s face, but

sure everyone must be hungry.”

please, Azura Mommy will be happy with a nice meal.” Corrado declared as Alejandro put him down, and Kiara held

you can‘t fucking cook” Alejandro snickered,

kid.” I

knew it was because of what he called me.

that I‘d tell her later, and

hesitate as we crossed the threshold, and I slowed

great.’ I murmured through the link, slipping my hand into the back

looked down at me,

letting that shit from earlier slide.’ He said icily, and I cocked a brow.

past and at every single woman you ever had a crush on? Bet they all had big asses and big boobs, right?‘ I countered, suddenly feeling very

if I can even class them as liked, because it sure as fuck doesn‘t even make a dent

He sure knew how to

was thundering, and I didn‘t even realise we had stopped,

damn good with

squeezed his ass

to focus on how my body

us made it hard to breathe, but I didn‘t care, and when he leaned down, his tongue flicked out. I

just something so

arms around his neck, as Leo captured my tongue in his mouth, kissing me

as he turned and

much action that you need to watch the fucking show.” Leo said

don‘t call Amore Mio, Nympho for nothing. I just never knew you two

I smirked, knowing he didn‘t

at me before Kiara came out into the hall.

on guys, have some refreshments

from Leo and sauntering over to Kiara.

her watching me as we walked side by side, but she said nothing, and for

that she had already sensed Leo‘s health

later, and we were getting ready to have lunch. Kiara had gone to check up on the food that she had prepared, and I really couldn‘t wait to eat! She really was one of the best cooks in the world. I would have gone to help her too, but I didn‘t trust leaving Leo alone here with them. He needed me.

the garden with Alessandra. Despite her grumpy personality, she had still given him some colouring books and crayons, whilst she sat on the garden

talking to Alejandro, with Rayhan adding to the conversation here and there. I think by now he knew that Song got a little jittery around him, but he was as smooth as ever and

the girls right?” Alejandro asked Leo. “It‘s dealt

his arm going

any of your fucking business?” Leo shot back, raising an eyebrow. “If I make it my

a look from Leo. “We are nothing alike.” He growled icily. Alejandro smirked. “Deny it all the fuck you want.” He said, taking

I also knew Leo was a

I caught it and flicked it on, bringing it to the edge of the cigarette. Our eyes

Goddess... 

smirked slightly, his gaze dipping to my chest for a second before he looked away, taking a long drag of his cigarette. His arm that was around me loosened slightly, and he began tracing circles on my shoulder

tingles through me. 

heal from all the second–hand smoking.” Rayhan remarked lightly. The patio doors were wide open, but he had a point. Song smiled slightly, and I swear I was not going to

ok.” She said blushing so

wished Skyla was here

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