Alpha Leo and the Heart of Fire

55. A Mama

AZURA.

It was the following day and after a restless night, I had gotten dressed in blue jeggings and an oversized white top. Leo had just popped over, saying it was time to talk to Corrado. There was something different about him, but I couldn‘t pinpoint what it was. He was wearing a white tank top and grey sweats. His hair was a sexy mess and it was obvious he had been running his hand through it a lot, and he looked a bit pale. But there was something else...

Did he even get any sleep? He had first taken Corrado to the garden, and I had seen him crouching in front of him and, from what I could make out, apologising for last night. Corrado had stood with his arms crossed, looking displeased, before hugging him and smiling.

Children really were so innocent...

They came in soon after, and Leo looked at me.

“Shall we?”

“Sure.” I said, turning away from him and allowing him to lead the way.

“It‘s so fucking hot.” Leo muttered as the three of us headed to the lounge. 4

‘Have you even planned what we‘ll say?‘ I asked him through the link. I really didn‘t want to do this, but I knew for Corrado I would. At least he was letting Corrado know that he would be a big brother, despite not really seeming to care about seeing this baby again.

No.

I frowned slightly but said nothing, not knowing how this was going to play out. I shut the door behind us, the airy room making the sounds of our heartbeats sound even louder.

I didn‘t respond as I crossed my arms and Leo sat down, making Corrado stand in front of him.

“Daddy, why are you so serious?” He asked worriedly.

“There‘s something that I need to tell you.” ‘You or we?‘ Leo looked at me and I stared back emotionlessly. If he wanted help, he would have to ask for it.

‘We‘

It felt like an eternity, the pain and intensity of his gaze made me look away first.

“There‘s something that the both of us want to share... but I need you to understand ok...”

“Ok Daddy.” He said, looking up at me. “Did you and Azura make up?”

“Because last night you argued.” He

so even this kid picked

I

Leo didn‘t respond.

is about something else.” “Oh...” He was clearly disappointed, and I couldn‘t help but go and sit next to Leo for Corrado, but I

is having a baby.” Leo said hesitantly, for once Mr smartass obviously didn‘t know how to go about this. “000.” Corrado said, turning and staring at my

I replied with an amused smile,

his neck as Corrado‘s face fell. “Where‘s the baby‘s Daddy?” He said before looking at Leo worriedly. He stepped closer to him. “Can we still keep her? Please Daddy, you can be

Leo placed his hands

at me. A silent request to help....

show. I reached for him,

do. “Corrado, this baby is your Daddy‘s... which means you ARE going to be a big brother.” I began, realising no matter what angle we did

brother!” He gasped, his eyes widening before they sparkled with excitement. “Daddy!

kid.” Leo replied, smiling faintly at him as he ruffled his hair. “So Azura and the baby can come live with us. The baby

looked at Corrado, but when I thought he‘d be able to explain it he simply looked away

I reached for him once more, and he looked up at

“Yes, Azura?”

pack... but I promise you I will send you lots of videos and pictures? And we can video call and visit. I promise.” I explained, my heart breaking as I watched the little boy crumple before me. His excitement dissipating, and it was replaced by sheer

he began crying. “Doesn‘t Azura want to be my Mommy too? I promise I be good. Does Azura not

stop my own tears from streaming down my cheeks as I

love you so so so much.” I whispered, my

why won‘t you be my

Leo‘s voice came, thick with emotion as he pulled Corrado from my arms even when I didn‘t

lifting his son into his arms and walking away. He paused at the door

as he asked

baby go away. I be a good big brother Daddy. I promise...” 8 Corrado‘s words

couldn‘t breathe properly… The pain was almost suffocating me. Of course, I wanted to be your Mommy, I would have been

fight for what you want,

in front of me, suddenly feeling cold at my own

Why don‘t I fight?

just

as strong as I

I cry over