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

from my hair. “And before you worry

to his Nanny.

well.” 3

My eyes widen in

“Corrado knows?!”

He chuckles and nods. “Yes, he does. I told him you were a gift from

and he agreed to share his Winnie with me as long as I agree to

guys.” 1

“He-he’s thinking

but sooner or later I want

sharing a bedroom with him … imagine that… I blush deeply and

and I find myself

what I was

I didn’t mean that! Oh, my goddess!” I hide my face in my hands, only

heart s*ips a beat as I look at him. There aren’t many times I’ve seen

laugh so heartily.

He gets out and before I’ve even unstrapped myself

purse, he has the door open for me, giving me a

here

inside the restaurant and are led to the private room booked

birthday bash. My stomach is a mess

if Marcel’s hand wasn’t on my back,

golds, browns

tier.

of staff standing outside the door opens

of people

Oh, dear goddess…

the Westwoods, Azura’s parents and her brother’s

is Luna Maria and both her children with their full families

and his family,

he smirks, looking rather dangerous.

here?” 2

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

“That’s Winnie! She’s my Nanny and she is also

happily. 2

blush at that, and a

too pretty! Uncle no fair!” Skyla exclaims, making

her head.

Marcel says to

King Alejandro says, and I feel overwhelmed by the immense power that

I bet the waiter outside must think it’s some sort of Mafia family

or something. 4

surprise to see you.” Scarlett smiles faintly, but

already knows. 1

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

clearly, making all eyes

Uncle, you got lucky.”

that one.” Skyla agrees,

over here, take a seat.” Azura says, and I’m relieved

left. Corrado sits between her and Leo and, although

small, I truly appreciate this gesture of hers.

motioning me to sit down. At least she’ll be right

tells me no one

seats and Leo speaks. Since we’re

now.”

food starts being brought in.

and I try to

the family,

Maria says, leaning over from across the table and offering me

but what truly touches me is the love that

for him can not

shaking her hand