Alpha Leo and the Heart of Fire

Beautiful Bond Ch 7. The Family

WINONA.

I let my hair down and turn, my heart is still a mess and I hold my wrist out not caring if

I’m being shameless… If it means I can have the feel of his touch linger on my skin for a

moment longer I don’t need to be asked twice.

He latches the bracelet onto my bare wrist, raises my hand to his lips, and kisses it

softly. “Perfect.”

His eyes meet mine and I smile softly, the sexual tension is strong, and I can see his

struggle, but somehow it only makes me happy… He wants me as much as I want him…

I just need to be brave enough to show him that.

He steps back, letting go of my hand and allowing me to step outside first. He helps me

into his car before strapping me in and closing the door.

Enter title…

What a gentleman.

It takes us at least forty minutes to get there and we have just entered the town where

we will be having dinner at a popular restaurant. The journey was pleasant, and we even

made small talk. A few times, things got a little… intense.

“Have you been here before?” I ask, referring to the restaurant.

“I have. With Alejandro, a couple of times, he’s quite a fan of the food.”

I nod and he smirks as he slows a little, signalling right. As we wait for the oncoming cars

to slow down a little, he looks over at me.

“It’s also one of Leo’s favourite places. I don’t think he realises how similar he is to

Alejandro.” 2

I smile. I saw the similarities when they visited, and I also know Leo doesn’t like the

comparison even though there are some similarities there.

“Well, I’m certain it must be a nice place if they both like it. I have heard good things

about it. Do they know that you are bringing someone?” I ask, feeling nervous as he

parks up in the huge car park at the restaurant that has two fountains at the entrance.

He unbuckles his belt and c*cks a brow.”

Did you want me to?”

“Umm, no I just… maybe I thought it might make the attention less…” I brush my fingers

through my curls, twisting a strand nervously.

“There’s nothing wrong with a little attention. Alejandro and Maria already know there’s

someone I’m interested in, but if you’re happy with me letting them know, I would love to

tell them that you are my fated mate, too.” He says, reaching over as he removes my

“And before you worry about this

when it comes to his Nanny. He only said “I’m

well.” 3

My eyes widen

knows?!” I

“Yes, he does. I told him you

me as long as I

guys.” 1

thinking ahead!” I

“Maybe, but sooner or later I want

sharing a bedroom with him … imagine that… I

and I find myself nodding before I freeze,

I was agreeing

I hide my face in

I look at him. There

laugh so heartily.

“Let’s go.” He chuckles. He gets out

my purse, he has the door

here

step inside the restaurant and are led to the private room

birthday bash. My stomach

my back,

decorated in golds, browns and creams and I can

tier.

staff standing outside the door opens it for us and

of people

Oh, dear goddess…

Westwoods, Azura’s parents and her brother’s

there is Luna Maria and both her children with their

King and his family, apart from his eldest son.

King says as he smirks, looking rather dangerous. “And who do we

here?” 2

feel like a deer waiting for the lion or someone to eat me under his powerful

She’s my Nanny and she is also Grandad’s girlfriend!” Corrado

happily. 2

I blush at that, and a

fair!” Skyla exclaims, making me blush

her head.

first.” Marcel

“Ah…” King Alejandro says, and I feel overwhelmed

this family. I bet the waiter outside must think it’s

or something. 4

surprise to see you.” Scarlett smiles faintly, but I have a

already knows. 1

said already, I want you to meet Winona. She is

chance.” Marcel says clearly, making all eyes

“Oh d*mn Uncle, you got lucky.” Raihana

you on that one.” Skyla agrees, reaching over and high-fiving her

a seat.” Azura says,

empty seats left. Corrado sits between

be something small, I truly appreciate this gesture of hers. She

me to sit down. At least she’ll be right there if I need

something tells me no one

take our seats and Leo speaks. Since

now.”

and food starts being brought in. I can feel

I try to

to the

says, leaning over from across the table and offering me her hand.

story is heartbreaking, but what truly touches me is the love

him can not be replaced.

“Thank you.” I say, shaking her hand as