Alpha Leo and the Heart of Fire

Beautiful Bond Ch 6. Black Dress

WINONA.

“No, I’ve changed my mind.” I say, turning away from the black dress that sits on the bed.

Azura tilts her head, her hands on her hips. She’s stunning in a slinky teal dress.

“You chose it.” She says pouting. “And frankly, I love it and you would look amazing in it?”

I look away from the doe eyes, knowing I’ll give in and stare at the dress once again.

Yes, I did choose it, but I had a moment of ‘if I was choosing a dress for someone else with my figure, what would I choose? ‘But then I realise I have to put it on… It’s going to show even more cleavage than the dress that Azura had chosen for me!

“I did, but I think it’s a bit too much. I don’t want Marcel to get the wrong idea.” I reply.

What is the wrong idea?

Hmm, I don’t mind the attention even if it makes me so embarrassed. He makes me feel good.

“Marcel, huh?” She winks at me, and I blush, realising I hadn’t said Alpha. ” Maybe you can start saying, Daddy Marcel.” 3

She snickers and I sigh. She becomes serious again and crosses her arms. ” Look Winona, half the women will have their melon-size boobies on show, we Sangue ladies need to show them we also have our cute-sized mangos to flaunt, ok?”

I stare at her. Boobies? Melons? Mangoes?

“Uh…” She isn’t wrong. There will be many more beautiful women than me.

Maybe no one will notice me.

“It is an absolutely gorgeous dress.” She says, holding up the black knee-length dress which has a small slit. The neck is a sweetheart cut with inch-thick straps that are set wide apart.

I do like it… It’s beautiful.

“Ok. You should go and finish getting ready. I’m sorry for wasting so much time. I’ll come to get Phoenix once I’ve changed.”

“Winona… I was going to take Phoenix to this dinner regardless of if you were going to come or not, and that’s going to remain. Tonight’s your night off. Don’t worry about others, just yourself, ok?”

She says with a warm smile.

a warm smile. I truly

Azura.”

that lace up to her knees when

diner last night… It gave

door frame and she grins. “Excellent, so since the talking phase is over, next is…” She tilts her head, looking me over before her eyes sparkle

her, but she doesn’t reply, her laugh fading as she walks away. I look down at my nails.

to finish getting

neutral, more dewy than normal, and I’ve dared to go a little darker

around my neck and finish off with some earrings. I fix my straps, making sure the strap of my bra remains hidden. I don’t know why, but I decided to wear some pretty lingerie; I believe no one needs to

think of how I look. I push the thought away blushing, apply a spritz of perfume and grab

here goes nothing…

walk down the stairs

the hallway and my stomach twists. Will he get upset, knowing I’m dressed up for

anything away.

I’m not.”

am… aren’t I?

grip my clutch bag firmly, and he

need to stop acting on edge. Everyone might think you’re being forced to attend the dinner. Dad’s age doesn’t help.” He smirks slightly and I realise he’s teasing. It makes me relax

I smile back.

“I

try to give us a chance.” I whisper, looking down

baby pink coloured dress. He places a hand on my

don’t let anything hold you back. You and Dad both deserve happiness.

never labelled our relationship, but as time passed, you

myself I can’t keep having them trying with me and then not taking the next step myself. I promise this is the last time I’ll doubt his feelings on the matter. I also promise to be kind and thoughtful of

Azura says, sauntering down

adds, and I smile

never say it

wait for me, and wanting to spend time with me. I’m just happy I’m still part of his life, even if I’m not the one he looks for when his father isn’t around. The truth is, he was never as attached to me as he is to Azura. She was always meant to fill that role, and I’m just glad that I can still be a part of his life. That I was able to be there for him when he used to cry for his father. I

finding my mate now was

doesn’t need me as much as

you up. He should be here soon.” Leo says after

nod and they all leave together. Leo holds the door open with his foot, still carrying the

again, all at

an impressive