Alpha Leo and the Heart of Fire

Beautiful Bond Ch 4. Rage

MARCEL.

I let go of her. I can’t be the one to push her any further when I know how she feels. If there’s anything she does hold for me, then she needs to be the one to make the next move. 1

She hesitates, her heart pounding as she stands there, her back to me. I couldn’t control myself seeing her, especially

when she is dressed like that. I had to tell her…

I didn’t miss the looks she got from some of the single men in attendance, and it riled me up. Her dress is tasteful, with just a hint of cleavage on show, whilst tantalisingly displaying her smooth back. I can’t blame anyone for checking her out when she really is such a beauty. Just like when I first noticed her in that black dress

I’ve never been able to look at her the same since.

“Thank you.” She says, glancing at me before she turns and walks away. 1

I sigh, hearing the sound of her heels receding, before I head after her myself and back to the party.

I have a feeling she was upset regarding my conversation with Kristina. Kristina and I have been friends for years and although we have occasionally hooked up. When I realised she was beginning to develop feelings for me, I ended it entirely and it has been a couple of years.

I didn’t mix with the she-wolves of this pack often and with Kristina, well; she didn’t really live on pack territory half the time.

I return to the party and grab myself an iced drink. I’m frustrated, in more ways than one, but I’m trying not to let it show.

I walk over to where Leo is standing to the side smoking, watching Azura and Corrado dancing.

I’m truly proud of the man he has become. Even now he appears cold, but behind those piercing blue eyes, are endless emotions.

“He’s enjoying the party.” I say, stopping by Leo’s side as I watch Corrado smile happily as he dances with his mother.

“When doesn’t that kid like attention?”

I chuckle. “He’s getting big. I can’t believe he’s already six.”

“Yeah. Time fucking flies.” Leo says, and I don’t miss the way he gets distracted by Azura.

To think these two went through so much to get to where they are now…

Everyone’s having a good time, the chatter and the laughter creating that pleasant buzz. However, when I hear someone call Winona, I instantly hone in on it.

“Winona! Wow, I didn’t even recognise you. You look beautiful.”

My eyes flash, and I instantly scan the garden until I see none other than Leo’s friend Li Sheng. He is standing there, arms crossed as he leans against the counter where MY mate is standing, looking flustered.

I clench my jaw, trying not to react.

They’re just talking… Forcing my gaze elsewhere, I’m unable to stop myself

i in carrying on listening.

“Thank you. You look handsome, too. I love that shirt.”

I cock a brow, really?

My gaze flicks back to Li Sheng. He’s wearing some oriental print shirt which is half unbuttoned and the way he’s smiling at her… Yeah, they look good together, but that just irks me.

“Want to dance?” He asks her.

“Ah no thank you!” She says quickly.

but thanks to the sudden rise in the volume of the music I don’t hear her reply, but I do

“Dad?”

my anger pling around me. She’s shaking her head, but he

her. After all, I want her to want me not to be fucking forced into something or coaxed into it because I know what she’s like.

but he cuts her off, pointing towards Azura

to even notice as she tries to refuse Li Sheng gently. I’m not sure when I start moving

snarl, ripping his hand off

done nothing wrong, only angering me more. She’s

From where I stood, she didn’t look comfortable.” I snarl.

seems to pause before he exhales. ” Well, she’s just playing hard to

grabbing him by the collar when Leo is suddenly there, his hand gripping my wrist.

only sound now playing as silence falls and everyone is watching

Azura standing there. Her eyes are wide and she’s pouting slightly, and I in ntly

Azura’s plan. I let go of Li Sheng, who lowers his head to me and Leo sighs,

I can even

have an audience, thinking I had just announced to everyone that she’s mine… and obviously have feelings for her, which isn’t a

Azura says, pulling a

learn to stop running.” I growl,

head as Li Sheng motions for Corrado to come with him. He’s amused but also by the look of surprise he P ayed on his face.

blows him a kiss with an apologetic

way inside and the two follow

after him. Azura has her hands clasped in front of her and she genuinely looks guilty and rather sad. Leo kisses her shoulder

was only trying to help… I’m

did the same to Leo and I.” Azura says looking up at me, I frown but something about the sad look in those innocent eyes of hers, makes me massage my temples. How can I scold

who is watching her sceptically with a raised

did try to put her and Leo together. She wasn’t doing anything different. She

will now know that I have a thing for my grandchildren’s Nanny…”

for a moment I wonder if the previous apology was just an act…

Marcel. We all

into doing things she doesn’t want to… That may be ok when it comes to getting a haircut or trying a new disn…

Azura sighs, frustrated, as Leo simply smokes

makes a step,

but she needs to make the next move. Now, if you can both excuse me, I think I’m going

hugs her. I know she only tried to help and maybe this was the reaction Winona needed to see from

was full of mixed reactions, feelings, and confusion. I will no vail on Corrado’s party. However, once it’s done, I really

looks down at her phone and I cock a brow.

smiles innocently, and I shake my head. I’m

later in the evening, and the party is long over. Leo and Azura have taken Corrado to watch a movie in town a couple of hours ago, and

have dinner in town with family. Since it is difficult for everyone to come down, Azura decided on

strip off my sweat-soaked clothes and step under the shower. Untying my hair, I

did not do me any favours. I still can’t get her out of

before I step out of

a towel, drying my hair before I wrap the towel

that

the lounge and pick it

Kristina. 1

I answer

we can meet up? Maybe

know she means Pete’s.

regarding?” I

catch-up. I mean, we haven’t really hung in a while; besides, I want to know all about this lady of yours.”

I say, hating the