Xavier looked at the man before him coldly, but he was assessing this so-called Nicholas Gate. He was certain that he was the person responsible for attempting to influence Leila earlier using some unknown means.
The moment Nicholas used those powers on Leila, Xavier felt it right away through their mate bond. Despite the incomplete state, Leila had essentially connected her soul to his using blood magic and the mating mark.
Therefore, if someone interfered with Leila's soul, he could sense it. Even the attempt by Renaud to look into Leila's fate using tarot cards had triggered him through their bond, even though it had weakened at the time.
Xavier was certain Leila could take care of herself, but he still could not let go of a person who attempted to hurt her. Therefore, he decided to ditch his work, much to the horror of his assistant, Saffron, and come to the restaurant.
