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“I have a few questions,” I reply coldly, looking at him. He closes the door and nods.
“Ask away,” he says, crossing his arms.
“What’s the story behind Azura Westwood’s biological mother?” I ask. He raises an eyebrow, smirking slightly.
“Why would you be interested in Azura’s life?”
“I’m not, and don’t antagonise me. You already know that she was my mate.”
“Is your mate.” Our eyes meet, and I hold his cold gaze.
“I rejected her.” He looks almost sympathetic before nodding and jerking his head towards the lounge.
“Come on in.” I follow, refusing to take a seat and instead walk over to the window overlooking the front garden as I smoke my cigarette. “I thought Azura left, but I heard not long ago that she’s back?”
“Plans changed. She’ll be leaving soon, don’t worry,” I reply, looking at him indifferently. He nods, sitting down and observing me with a tilt of his head.
“She’s a strong woman with a good heart, albeit a little adventurous. Leo. She’s perfect for you.”
“Yeah, of course. A Westwood can’t be anything but perfect in your eyes. I don’t really fucking care. I asked about Indigo Malone, not if Azura is perfect for me or not.” Marcel sighs before looking at his hands.
“Fine. She had a mate who abused her and cheated on her. In fact, she even miscarried a few times because of his abuse.” So, is that why this situation with Jackie triggered her? Because it reminded her of Indigo? “It was terrible, and when it came to light, Alejandro lost it. Fred was one of his most trusted men, and the fact that this was happening under his nose made him lose it. He made the hard decision to send him on a suicide mission… and he died. Just like everyone knew he would. Alejandro felt the pack link break and Indigo felt the loss of a mate.” I didn’t know that…
“So, Alejandro punished him by killing him off… So ultimately, isn’t he responsible for Indigo’s death? Because everyone knows that not many can survive the loss of their fucking mate.” I smoke my cigarette, raising an eyebrow. Marcel frowns.
“It’s not like that,” he says sharply, but he looks a bit unnerved.
“It fucking is. He ended two lives that day, fuck almost three. A logical person would have put him in prison, not for his sake butfor his mate’s. So, the way I see it, this brother of yours has made a lot of fucking mistakes.”
“Everyone makes mistakes, Leo, but Alejandro did it for Indigo, hoping she’d find someone -”
“Did he know she was pregnant?”
“Yes, but that’s -”
“So he still fucking risked Azura’s and her life? Because everyone knows the loss of a mate can fucking break you. She went into that battle wanting to die, right?” He is frowning as he looks at me, almost as if he doesn’t know what to say.
“Can I assume you are worried or angry for Azura?” He is watching me intently.
“Why would I be?” I deny.
This entire conversation leaves a bitter taste in my mouth. There is more to Azura Westwood than meets the eye, and the urge to learn and figure her out is growing. I like puzzles, and she brings a few, the topmost being her fucking ex. I actually want to see exactly what this fucker has that made her fucking date him.
“I’ll be leaving.” I stride to the door when he speaks,
“Leo, take her as your Luna. I assure you she will make you happy, and Corrado loves her already,” he says quietly. I don’t bother turning back or answering. Shutting the door behind me, I leave.
I replay the video once again as I make my way home, not wanting to think about what Marcel said. I watch the clip, seeing her brace her feet on the wall before flipping over and landing behind him. Damn, there is nothing hotter than seeing a woman kick ass. I am unable to stop the smirk on my face as she knocked Emmet to the ground. He is a cocky shit, so this is fun to see. I should ask her for a sparring match, I’m sure that would be pretty interesting…
Pocketing my phone, I head back. Emmet will meet me in the morning regarding the shipment anyway, and I don’t want himto be on alert when I question him. I want to know his fucking side, and then I’ll be the judge.
Was I Not Enough
Leo
Iam ready to hit the gym with Emmet once I have Corrado fed. I am already dressed in grey sweatpants, a white tank top, and sneakers. He is still giving me those sad looks, and I wonder if he is just being stubborn or actually missing Azura. What’s to miss anyway?
An image of her, comes to my mind.
