Alpha Leo and the Heart of Fire

39. A Sizzling Dinner

AZURA.

Corrado was thrilled to see me and was showing me the entire apartment. The delicious smell of food was making me lick my lips, or was that his scent? I wasn‘t sure... either way this place smelt divine.

Kiara and Alejandro had left after lunch and although I‘d miss them, I was glad I at least got to see them for a short while, Kiara‘s parting words were to take care of myself, and the baby, along with a not–so–subtle comment to talk to Leo and try harder... In what way... well I knew what she wanted and hoped for.

Think before acting Zu.

Marcel had asked if I wished to stay at the mansion, but I had politely declined, deciding to return to the apartment beneath Leo‘s.

The short conversation I had with him now replayed in my mind.

(EARLIER THAT DAY...)

“Thank you for everything.” I said looking at Marcel, we had just walked Al and Kia to the pack borders.

“I‘m afraid I didn‘t do enough, but I can assure you Emmet will be punished for what he tried to do. I know my son, and I know he has a level head on his shoulders most of the time.” We walked alongside each other as we made our way back.

“I know...” I said, placing my hand on my stomach.

Leo would protect this pup... “I am happy that I‘m going to be a grandfather again.” He smiled, and I smiled back

“Yes, I just fear that this one might just be a little monster brewing, with parents like us.”

I wanted to say like Leo... but I know I was psycho too.

Marcel let out a chuckle. “Well kids aren‘t always like their parents; Leo is nothing like me or his mother for that matter ...” His smile faded to a softer, tender one, and I knew he was remembering her. “Petra was a very caring woman, with a good heart, strong yet gentle at the same time...” 3 A frown creased his brow, and he sighed.

“Are you ok?” I asked hesitantly.

“Of course... just my time with her and the memories are so vague... fleeting even, because I don‘t remember much... She died when Leo was still rather young...” (END)

The memory of Leo‘s dream had returned to me, and I wondered how much Marcel knew, or didn‘t know

Didn‘t he have a right to know?

“And this is Daddy‘s room!” Corrado‘s excited voice brought me out of my reverie. “Corrado.” Leo‘s voice came with a subtle warning. I skimmed the room, there was no sign of a woman living there... I guess Nikki really did move out… I glanced at the bed and couldn‘t deny that a pang of jealousy and pain rushed through me at the thought of them both in that bed. I might be pregnant with his pup... but I had never slept with him.

Not that I wanted to.

Although, I don‘t think I would be able to sleep if he was in my bed. 1

Urgh, focus Azura.

Now I really sounded like a hormonal pregnant woman.

“Ok Azura, let‘s go have dinner, Daddy worked very hard!” He took my hand, tugging me to the table, and I followed.

I could feel Leo‘s eyes on me. I had literally gone through everything before selecting this skirt, and it would be lying if I didn‘t admit that I had chosen this skirt on purpose. I knew that Leo had a thing for my legs, and it was pretty satisfying knowing I had that hold on him. I really didn‘t know what I wanted, or what the future held, but it was kind of fun to see him struggle to control himself. I also wouldn‘t deny the fact that I enjoyed his attention. I looked at him as he placed a platter of grilled chicken on the table, along with a bowl of chips. There was a platter of rice and some nuggets too. Goddess, the food looked so damn good.

“Daddy cooked.” Corrado declared, and I smiled. “Your Daddy is pretty good at a lot of things, right?” I asked, ruffling his hair. “Oh yes. Daddy is good at everything.” 3

He nodded and I made the mistake to look at Leo, who was placing a wooden tray containing four sauces on the table. Why was seeing him in this setting so crazily hot...

I know Raven found Liam cooking hot, but I never got it, I just felt like, yay I am going to get food in front of me... but then Leo.

His eyes snapped up to mine and my heart skipped a beat.

had the block up...

the purr of approval from my wolf under his intense gaze.

of him shirtless out of my head. Corrado patted the seat next to him and I slid into the chair. “I‘m not.” Leo replied coldly, sitting

as I quickly took my phone out. “That is very nice of your Daddy.” I said snapping a picture of the table. I almost got Leo in it, and I wasn‘t going to complain if I did. But then he sat back, tilting his head as if

‘I didn‘t say anything.‘

look.” I said

now?” He

would have said more, but I could see the huge smile on the little gorgeous chipmunk‘s face

would you like to

“Chips and nuggets!”

plate before adding two nuggets and a handful of chips to my plate, before helping myself to the rice and two pieces of

I will eat a lot! I only ate

plate last, that same arrogant look on his face. “So Corrado, I heard you wanted to

swallowing

be damned... this chicken and rice were to die for. Damn the guys got skills and not only in the bedroom. “I did, but it was

couldn‘t let such a good chance to tease him pass me

sure Weo?”

of something crossed his eyes

Daddy‘s name

sometimes, unlike you. So Leo would have been Weo, you would be Cowado.” I smiled, remembering I was pretty old when my speech became fluent. There were even a few people who found the way I talked irritating, but no two children were alike. I remember when I finally got a grasp on the letters, I didn‘t

how you speak now.” Leo remarked, snapping

me to call you Wittle Weo?” I asked

unless you want me to call you

added. “Who is Lola?” I asked suspiciously, narrowing my eyes and watching him eat a forkful of chicken and

damn jealous of that fork

it out.”

annoyed with that dumb smirk on Wittle Willied Weo‘s face. 2 Ok he was

the intense pull between us only seemed to heighten... I slowly moved it again,

legs weren‘t this

legs away as I

you want to drink?”

too.” 1 Ok I think this boy was up to something. Even Leo was frowning at him, but I wasn‘t going to break a kid‘s

glare from him. “I can help myself.” He replied, icily biting the metal cap off a bottle of J20, and taking a swig. “Daddy, we have to be nice to Azura, she’s our guest.” “Yes, Wittle Weo, you got to be nice to your guests.” I repeated. ‘Keep calling me that and I fucking swear

maybe a part of my mind too... ‘Well, I don‘t remember. Guess there was nothing

of nerves, and that dangerous desire that was pooling between my

that, and when dinner was over,

say

it, you cooked.” I said when our hands brushed, and his gaze

you can put that sexy ass to use.”

I could almost see the annoyance on his face at himself for letting that comment

sexy.‘ I remarked, brushing past him,

“Don‘t push it.‘

hell were we flirting when

offered as he stood up, about to take the drinks to the

your hands first.” Leo said, taking a

them, feeling my chest tighten at the faint smile on Leo‘s face, the adoration on Corrado‘s, and the way Leo wiped his face too. He was a good Dad... I looked away quickly,

anyone could wish for, and I

the table was wiped, Leo took out a platter of dessert shots. “Daddy didn‘t make these.” Corrado announced, “I chose them from the shop all by

I can tell.” Leo remarked, as we looked

look yummy,” I said as Corrado

meeting. “Milk” I said smirking, as something else milky white came to mind... “Is your mind always in the gutter?” “I didn‘t say anything.” I retorted, my gaze dipping to the front of those jeans that hugged his perfect legs. He stepped closer, about to

didn‘t need to; your eyes speak loud enough.” He replied, turning to Corrado.

Leo asked sceptically. “You wanted Azura here, and now you‘re ready for bed?” “Yes! I want Azura to put me to bed, please?

but burst out laughing at