GoodReadRead Alpha Leo and the Heart of Fire Chapter 47 – Speaking the Truth
LEO.
Two hours had passed, and I was working with Ace, Jax, Dan and Li Sheng. There was so much I f**king needed to deal with,
and although it felt like everything was f**king spiralling out of control, I would fix it. Emmet had grabbed the chair when I had
been distracted by the sheer shock of his revelation. He had slammed it into my back with such force, the leg had ripped through
my clothes and back. But I had been far too wrapped up in my own thoughts to realise what had happened, until he was dragged
away to his cell, and my men had begun worrying over me. *
The dull ache remained in my back, but it was healing quickly enough. I had had it cleaned and bandaged by one of the guards,
not wanting to waste time by going down to the hospital. “Alright, I need to get going. Start the preparations, Ace you need to get
to Web. Dan, check Emmet‘s laptop and office, see if you can find any bank statements or if he has any accounts that we don‘t
know of, or in any other names.
Li Sheng have Emmet‘s apartment searched, I‘ll let Jackie know in advance, so hold up until I give you the order. Jax, try to find
out exactly where he created these bullets. I want to know where he got the funding to create that much without me even f***king
realising...” I ordered, frowning as I snapped my laptop shut. “Get ready to execute both options.”
“Are you sure these are the only options?” Jax asked, frowning slightly. I had told the five of them about the bullets, having no
other option but to bring in all the force I can, and to execute the retrieval of the bullets. “If Plan A fails, then yeah, this is the only
way, but let‘s focus on Plan A first. Send our buyer to him, offer him whatever he wants, but I want all those bullets back at any
price.” “This is going to cost us a lot...” Ace frowned.
“It doesn‘t matter, I‘m not going to risk those bullets out there... if he refuses or doesn‘t have answers, then we‘ll do this via Plan
B. Have everything prepared for that too. I need to have a word with Marcel, but I‘ll be available via the mind link throughout.
Tonight, I‘ll meet you all at Kingdom of Sin.” I stood up when Ace sat forward, sighing.
“What if you asked Alejandro Rossi for assistance?” He said quietly. I frowned, maybe I needed to... I knew I could deal with this
sh*t myself, but the more manpower, the faster the job gets done “I needed to talk to him anyway... I‘ll see what happens. I‘m still
going to deal with this myself. “I turned and left the office..
Mind linking Jackie, I asked her to come to the large oak tree that wasn‘t far from Marcel‘s mansion, and wasn‘t too far from the
hospital either. I had already been given a change of clothes after Emmet‘s attack, and so I was going to head straight to
Marcel‘s after meeting Jackie. It was already late in the afternoon; work had taken f**king longer than I had expected it to.
‘Eric, have you been keeping an eye on Azura?‘ ‘Yes, I have. She went to Alpha Marcel‘s around lunch, and since then she
hasn‘t left the mansion.‘ She had been on my mind, and although I knew I f***king hurt her last night, there was nothing I planned
to do about it. I didn‘t want her getting attached. 6 Ok thanks, I‘m headed over there myself, I‘ll take over watching her.‘ ‘Anytime
Alpha. Marcel probably invited her over for dinner too... Why am I not f***king surprised. “Leo.” I turned to see Jackie hurrying
over. “Hey.” I greeted.
Her eyes searched mine before she looked me over, and I knew she was assessing me. “You need to take it easy.” She said
quietly, glancing around.
“I‘m fine. I called you because of something I learned about Emmet.” Her face fell and I switched to mind linking. ‘He had stolen a
formula of mine and has sold a pretty large number to someone dangerous... I need to have a search of your apartment take
place just to see if we can find out any more details. I’m really sorry it‘s come to this, but it‘s got to be done. You could move out
for a night or two, just until we‘ve covered the entire place.‘
She looked down brokenly and shook her head.
“You can go ahead and search...”
“Thanks... Is there anything you can think of that could help. Any property he may have had that you knew of, or anywhere he
could have possibly had the facility to mass produce something?”
“No there‘s...” She frowned, and her heart thudded faster as she looked up at me sharply.” There isn‘t anywhere I know, but he
would often be gone for hours at a time.... And most often it was when you weren‘t around. Maybe I‘m just being paranoid –”
“No, I don‘t think you‘re being paranoid. Thanks for sharing that. If you do remember anything else, let me know alright?” She
nodded, and I gave her shoulder a squeeze. “You aren‘t alone.” I said quietly. She brushed her tears away as she tried not to cry.
“Yeah. I know... I... I heard from one of the boys at the hospital that Emmet attacked you today
I didn‘t reply, I couldn‘t deny it but at the same time, I didn‘t want her to feel guilty for it.
“I‘ve... made my decision.” She said, twisting her shirt sleeve in her hand.
I looked at her sharply as she struggled to keep her tears at bay. I h**ked my thumbs into the pockets of my pants, waiting for her
to speak. Deep down, I wanted her to reject him, but I knew it wasn‘t an easy option...
“I‘ll... I‘m ready to reject him.” She said quietly. “Will you accompany me when I do it?” Her words filled me with relief. With their
Sure, I will, I know it‘s not easy, but you got this. Things will be rough, but after a while, it will become easier. This isn‘t the end,
and who knows what the future might hold.” She looked up at me and nodded slowly. “Thanks...”
“Let me know when you want to do it; and we‘ll go to see him.”
She nodded before we went our separate ways.
I really hoped she could move on from Emmet and rebuild her life. .
Mates... they were said to be a blessing, but at the same time, I felt like they were also a curse. You couldn‘t live without them...
and if something was to happen to one, the other would suffer too... 2
I entered the mansion, hearing laughter and silently made my way to the back lounge. The door was slightly ajar and I stayed
silent, seeing Marcel sitting on the sofa whilst Corrado and Azura were painting. Corrado was a mess with pain on his face and
clothes, whilst Azura was in a slightly better state with a huge piece of paper on the table, as they both finger–painted on the
shared paper. 1. She was wearing skinny jeans with a baggy top as she showed Corrado something. Her eyes sparkled and the
smile on her face was genuine as she spoke, but I was far too lost in how f**king good she looked to care about what she was
saying. “Oh, I get it!” Corrado added, imitating what she was showing him.
“That looks like fun.” Marcel chuckled. I stepped back, unable to face her after how I had hurt her last night...
‘Let‘s talk‘ I said to Marcel through the link, walking away towards the front of the mansion.
Noticing the boxes that were in the hallway, and the extra staff around, I raised an eyebrow.
But I wasn‘t really bothered with what was going on and took a seat, taking out a cigarette. I don‘t f**king know how I was going
to do this... but I needed to get this sh*t over with. ‘Good luck‘
I froze, frowning slightly as Azura‘s voice came into my head.!
“I don‘t need luck‘ I replied coldly.Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm
‘You sure do, now shut up. You got this.‘ Her curt reply came. ‘Always so f**king charming, aren‘t you?‘ ‘Yeah, well I don‘t do
charming when it comes to little Alpha D*ckface.‘ Her clipped reply came. I raised an eyebrow, as just then Marcel entered the
room, shutting the door behind him. ‘I‘ll deal with you later.‘
‘Can‘t wait.‘ Came her sarcastic reply. “Everything ok Leo?” He asked, concerned, as he took a seat on the sofa opposite.
“Yeah, there was just something I wanted to tell you.” I said smoking my cigarette. I sat forward, resting my elbows on my knees.
“Go for it.” He replied, clearly unsure of what to make of it.
Yeah, maybe I needed luck or some shit...
‘Just tell him everything you experienced... how you had to go through so much, and although you dealt with it, it didn‘t mean it
was easy or fair on you. You suffered, Leo, and it is time to tell him that, no matter how hard it is on him.‘ Her voice was soothing
and calmer.
‘Yeah, I know the damn deal.‘ I replied.
I wouldn‘t admit it, but I was f***king grateful for her words. I kinda didn‘t know where to start
“What‘s with the stuff in the hallway?” I asked, trying to bide time. “Oh well, that‘s for tonight.” He smirked, running his fingers
through his hair. “What‘s happening tonight?”
“Ah, well, it‘s just a little dinner for Azura. We haven‘t really welcomed her into this pack since she got here and there was
something else...”
He didn‘t want to talk about it, and I frowned but didn‘t bother questioning him.
“Whatever. What I want to talk about is the past.” “The past?” He frowned, becoming serious.
“About the caves, the life of hell that we lived down there... You were one of the luckiest because you were entirely under her
control... but what about the rest of us who had to live and deal with the nightmares of that past?”
“Leo...”
“I don‘t want to ***king sound like I‘m whining, but my hatred of everything stems from back then... We went through hell down
there.” “I know Leo, and I wish I could have done more... you were somewhat immune to her compulsion and –” 2
“Yeah, I was, so I witnessed it all. You just standing there blankly whilst she tortured mom. You know dad, she was expecting
when she died? Endora not only killed mom but your unborn child, And I was the one who was forced to stand there and watch it
all. Unable to f***king do anything.” 1
None of this was coming out like it was meant to, I just sounded like someone being petty–as f*ck about an unchangeable past.
What purpose would telling him bring? He couldn‘t change the past. It was done...
I looked at him. He had turned ashen. He stared at me, his heart was thundering. I‘could see the toll my words were having on
him, and he stood up, clearly shaken. “Why... Why didn‘t you tell me she was pregnant? I mean even after...” “Why should I? It
would have only hurt you right?” I replied now standing up and turning my back on him, no longer able to handle the look on his
face.
“But you kept it inside... suffered all by yourself...”
“Yeah, because I could handle it. Do you know how it felt having to watch you do whatever Endora wanted? And what f***king
hurts the most, is when you were given your free will back, you allowed Rayhan to come here and once again hurt our people. I
f**king strained and my emotions were showing in it.
“Leo... I failed you, your mother and...”
I closed my eyes, hating that I was causing him pain despite his flaws. I get it... We all make mistakes...
I get that Marcel‘s hands were tied too...
“No, but you failed my trust. You always say you won‘t hand over the Alpha title because you feared what I‘d do if I were Alpha,
but are you really a better Alpha than me? I mean you were never able to protect this pack. Nor your mate... nor your children.” I
hated hurting him. It f**king hurt me too, but I felt lighter getting it off my chest. “No Leo, I was just worried that you wanted to
break away from Alejandro‘s coun–”
“I‘m already running this pack the way I want but once again you keep on putting others first! ” I snapped, turning and glaring at
him, my eyes a magnetic steely blue, my aura filling the room.
“No Leo, I wanted to give you the–” “What? The Alpha title?” I asked.
He nodded, “Yes, you are ready–”
“No.” I cut in, raising my finger. “Na, the only reason you want to pass me that title is because Azura‘s here, right? Not because
you have faith in me but because of her right?”
My anger was raging around me. “Leo... no, I just – you are misunderstanding me, you were always so cold and heartless and.”
“Yeah I sure am, you sure know your own son. I told you what I needed to, so I’m f***king done. ” I said, turning to leave the room
when he blocked my path.
“Not until you hear me out.” He said firmly, his eyes flashing.
I didn‘t speak, my eyes cold as I waited for him to just say whatever the f*ck he wanted. I wanted this conversation to be over
and done with here.
“Leo I love you, and I know you feel I chose them over you but I didn‘t. I love my family, but you are my son. How can I not love
you?” His voice was thick with pain as he looked at me with such emotions that I was forced to look away. “I didn‘t want you to do
anything wrong... but know I alone am the one who has withheld that title from you. Alejandro keeps telling me to pass it on to
you. Rayhan did too the last time I met him, saying you were capable. They care for you Leo, as do I. Azura or no Azura you
deserve this title. As your father, no one will be
happier when you become Alpha than I will be. To see you take the title that belongs to you, to come into that position that you
have worked on for so long.”
lYeah well... It‘s too f***king late. You can keep it.” I shot back coldly. “I didn‘t come here to beg for that f***king title.”
I‘m f***king dying anyway. +
“Leo, let‘s put aside our differences.”
There‘s too many... and no time. “It‘s a little too late for that.” I replied, quietly brushing past him.
He grabbed my arm stopping me with incredible strength. I was still stronger, and if I wanted I could pull away. “Leo. Don‘t do
this. Please.” He said quietly, his eyes full of emotions. “I‘m begging you for forgiveness for not being the father and alpha you
needed. I‘m sorry. Forgive me, son.” It was too late... but then life was short... “I will hand that title over to you, not because of
anyone, but because you deserve it. You suffered so much and the fact that I didn‘t know... I‘m sorry. I wish I could turn back
time, take your pain, and make it my own. I wish I had been able to protect you from the truth. No son should have to protect his
father like that... yet you did.”
I looked away, refusing to answer... refusing to give into the pain and emotions inside of me.
“At least I know my son cares for me.”
I looked at him sharply.
“I always f**king did, you were just too blind to see it.” I said quietly, pulling free from his hold and heading to the door. I had just
opened it when he spoke. “Then, one last time, forgive this old man of yours, son, please.” His voice was breaking my resolve
and I was about to refuse him when I stopped in my tracks, seeing Azura and Corrado standing there, a few metres from the
door, covered in paint, but both had their eyes on me.
‘Forgive him, Leo. Everyone deserves a chance.‘ Azura said softly as Corrado watched me, his eyes glistening with unshed tears
of confusion. ‘Let it go, Blue–Eyes.‘
Our eyes met and I knew the choice was mine, forgive Marcel and move on... or continue with my bitterness, and let it eat me up
until I died... I looked down at my own son, before my gaze flickered to her stomach.
If I made a mistake... I‘d want my children to forgive me. – Thad made mistakes too, just like Marcel, like Rayhan... Did I want
forgiveness?
I exhaled before taking a long drag of my cigarette. I looked back at Azura, her gorgeous eyes boring into mine. I needed the
strength to do this... almost as if understanding she walked over to me, and, uncaring about the paint on her hands, she placed
them on my chest, sending intense sparks coursing through me and making Corrado gasp. But we were both too consumed in
one another‘s gaze to realise. 1
It was almost as if she was giving me strength...
Her scent soothed me and the urge to pull her close and bury my nose in her neck tempted me, but... I should stay away from
her...
‘Don‘t be so stubborn.‘ Her voice through the link made me come back to reality. ‘Forgive him, Leo.
I pulled away, blowing out slowly, my mind made up... 1
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