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When Yeonjun presented as an omega at 18 years old, his brain was too shocked to process the new information. He wasn’t disappointed, per se. It was just something he didn’t expect, nor anyone did for that matter. As BigHit’s legendary trainee who was second to none, almost everyone expected him to present as an alpha with his physical attributes, confidence, and innate leadership. Not to mention, it was rare to find a male omega – almost a 1:50 ratio between male and female omegas.
Upon learning of his secondary gender, Yeonjun was worried that his agency wouldn’t let him debut all because of his biology. In their industry, agencies hardly let omegas like himself debut due to the fact that they are perceived by society as nothing but precious breeding stock. Fortunately, Bang Si Hyuk PD-nim was having none of that.
“Yeonjun-ah, your secondary gender doesn’t make you any less talented or undeserving of your hard-earned spot. In fact, it makes you all the more unique,” he once said, giving an encouraging squeeze at Yeonjun’s shoulders.
With PD-nim’s kind words, Yeonjun felt more welcomed and learned to accept himself for who he is. When he told his fellow trainees about his gender, everyone rushed towards him to congratulate him for his successful presentation, including his destined members who are yet to present during that time.
He noticed however that a particular boy held a determined look in his eyes, almost as if the younger boy now had a new purpose in life. Deciding that maybe it was just his imagination, Yeonjun brushed it off and went to celebrate his new identity as a male omega.
+x+
Years later, Yeonjun is happily spending his days as a globally acclaimed idol with his dongsaengs under the group name Tomorrow x Together, with Soobin and Taehyun as alphas, Huening Kai as their only beta, and Beomgyu as an omega. Yeonjun was beyond ecstatic when Beomgyu presented as an omega a few years back. Unlike him though, the younger boy kind of expected it since his family surprisingly had more omegas than other genders. Hence, it was easier for Beomgyu to accept his secondary gender. But with two omegas in the group, they were bound to experience more hardships than others.
Yeonjun and Beomgyu are not exactly your typical omegas that are calm, passive, and submissive. In fact, the last word makes both males shudder at the thought. They are the complete opposite of these words. They noticed early on in their careers that their rambunctious personalities tend to throw people off, or that others, particularly alphas, see it as a challenge to make them submit. The latter rarely happens, but it happens nonetheless.
Fortunately, their alphas - Soobin and Taehyun - were the kindest alphas they know. They are both understanding and accepting of the omegas. They never try to make them submit or feel inferior in any way. It was actually the opposite wherein the calm alphas are at the omegas’ every beck and call. Usually, it was Yeonjun and Beomgyu who butt heads from time to time. Yeonjun concluded that it was a good thing that their maknae was a beta to balance everything in their group. He can always count on their youngest to keep them grounded with his affectionate and charming side. Today, Yeonjun was in dire need of it.
When Yeonjun woke up this morning, he immediately knew that something was off with him. His body felt warmer than usual, even with the AC on, and his head was throbbing like someone was pounding his head. Plus, there was a dull ache at the pit of his stomach and he was suddenly seeking the presence of a certain alpha, a tall dimpled alpha to be exact.
He opened his phone to take a look at his calendar and froze, realizing that he was nearing his heat, which was only a week away. He totally forgot about it. With everything that’s going on with their upcoming comeback and second world tour, they hardly had any break. Yeonjun tried to assess his symptoms again and concluded that he was experiencing his pre-heat, albeit earlier than expected.
Shit .
Of all the days to start his pre-heat, it just had to be the day when they’re going to shoot their comeback show. Yeonjun groaned as he rubbed his face with his palms, wanting to drown in frustration. If there’s one thing he hates about being an omega, it was their annual heat. Sure, male omegas only experience it once a year as compared to female omegas who go through it quarterly, but it doesn’t make it any easier for omegas like Yeonjun. Since male omegas only have them once a year, their heats are more intense and last for about a week on average.
Yeonjun let out another groan, louder this time, as he felt stressed about his upcoming heat with their comeback drawing near. His groan woke up his fellow omega who was stirring awake beside him. “Hyung, are you okay?” asked a sleepy Beomgyu. He took one sniff in the air and bolted straight up. “What’s wrong? Your scent is all over the place. Are you in heat?” The younger boy rapidly asked as he assessed Yeonjun, wide awake and fully alert now.
Yeonjun really loved how caring his members are. “I’m fine, Beomgyu-yah. I’m just in pre-heat. Nothing to worry about,” he replied with a tight smile.
Thinking for a second, Beomgyu said with raised brows, “Wait, isn't it a bit early for your pre-heat? You’re not supposed to have them until two days before your heat, which is still next week.”
Yeonjun threw up his hands in defeat. “You tell me. The stress from our comeback must have pressured my body for some reason. But, you don’t have to worry. I’ll just take some suppressants and spray on some blockers to cover my scent,” he reassured the younger omega.
Beomgyu creased his brows together, crossing his arms in the process. “Are you serious? You know that Soobin-hyung hates it when we take suppressants because it messes with our bodies.”
The omega in Yeonjun preened at the mention of the alpha, wanting to be close and soak in his comforting scent, but the man in Yeonjun took charge instead. “I don’t have much of a choice, Gyu. We have our comeback shoot scheduled today, and we definitely cannot miss that,” Yeonjun answered with a frown.
The other omega just shook his head in disagreement. “Fuck the schedule. Your health is more important, hyung. They can push the recording for a few days.” Before Yeonjun could throw in a word or two, Beomgyu just continued on, raising his hand to stop Yeonjun from interjecting. “You and I should stay in and prepare your nest. If you’re already in pre-heat, then that means your heat is bound to happen sooner than later. I’ll go get some clothes from everyone and be right back,” he said before standing up to inform the others of their hyung’s condition.
Thank God for fast instincts, Yeonjun reached out to quickly grab Beomgyu’s wrist to stop him from leaving. “Gyu, don’t you dare tell them, especially Soobin. This comeback is important for all of us. And I sure as hell will not be a burden to the group, nor become the reason for our delay.” Yeonjun stared the younger boy down with an intense gaze.
Beomgyu, being the stubborn omega that he is, tried his hardest to hold his ground at their sudden staring contest. But given that Yeonjun was older, Beomgyu lost the battle as he dropped his gaze after a few seconds. He let out a sigh before saying, “Fine. I won’t tell them. But at least promise me that the minute you feel any different, we’re going straight home, okay?”
Yeonjun smiled at his ever-so-loving dongsaeng. “I promise.”
“Good. Now, please let me go so I can wash up. I love you, but your scent is too much to handle right now, even for me,” Beomgyu teased as he covered his nose, earning him a playful slap on the arm from the older boy.
“Yah, stop being rude to your elders. And I don’t smell… Do I?” Yeonjun asked curiously with slight worry, lifting his arm to sniff his armpit.
“I’m joking, hyung. You and I both know that you smell fine. It’s just that your vanilla scent is extra strong today. You might wanna wash up as well before greeting the others. If Soobin-hyung gets a single whiff of your scent, he’ll know something’s up.”
Again, the mention of the alpha had Yeonjun preening, both him and his omega, resulting in him unconsciously releasing more pheromones and his scent turning even sweeter. This did not go unnoticed by the younger omega.
“Ah, hyung! I know Soobin-hyung gets you excited, but reel it in, will you?” he exclaimed, clogging his nose in exaggeration.
Yeonjun picked up a pillow to hit him, but Beomgyu was quick on his feet as he quickly ran towards the door, completely saving himself from getting hit by Yeonjun’s pillow. “I’m just kidding! But seriously hyung, wash up before they wake up. I’ll keep them distracted until you get ready.”
“Thanks, Gyu. What will I do without you?” Yeonjun cooed.
“Absolutely nothing,” said the younger omega without hesitation.
Yeonjun chuckled at his confidence. “Love you, Gyu,” he said sincerely.
Beomgyu’s eyes softened considerably. “Love you too, hyung. Now, go and have that shower, like right now,” he replied before exiting the room. And a long shower, Yeonjun took.
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Arriving at the set, Yeonjun was anything but relaxed. Still, he tried his best to hide it with a smile. He made sure to take two suppressant pills + Tylenol for his headache, and sprayed a generous amount of scent blocker on his neck, before leaving their dorm. But, he can never be too sure. He might have been too fidgety because Soobin approached him the moment they left their van.
“Yeonjun-hyung, are you feeling okay? You seemed nervous throughout the ride,” he asked with a concerned look, stopping Yeonjun in his tracks while the others proceeded to the building. Yeonjun can smell his minty scent turning a bit sharper due to worry.
The older boy patted his shoulder as he replied, “I’m fine, Soobin-ah. Just comeback jitters, that’s all. It’ll pass once we’re on stage.” Yeonjun tried his best to sound as convincing as possible for fear that Soobin might find out about his current condition.
Soobin didn’t look convinced. As their leader and alpha, Soobin usually had a good hunch when something was off with his pack. Yeonjun silently prayed that Soobin would let it pass. The heavens seem to have heard his prayer because Soobin nodded reluctantly, a worried expression still marring his face.
Yeonjun pinched his soft cheeks to stop him from worrying. “I’m really fine, Soobinnie. Stop worrying over your hyung.”
“It’s my job to worry, hyung. But if you tell me you’re fine, then I’ll just take your word for it,” Soobin said defeatedly. “Just know that I’m here for you. Always,” putting more emphasis on the last word.
Yeonjun’s omega melted at the alpha’s attentive side. If he wasn’t scared of getting caught with his pre-heat, he would have hugged the alpha. But knowing how heightened alphas’ noses are, Yeonjun didn’t want to risk getting exposed. Right now, he needed to be extra careful not to alarm any of his members. “I know, Soobinnie. That’s why you're my favorite alpha,” he replied with a smile.
This caused the tall alpha to finally grin. Before Soobin could come up with a witty comeback, Kai shouted their names. “Hyungs, everyone is looking for both of you. Hurry up!” said their youngest excitedly. Soobin and Yeonjun just chuckled at his enthusiasm before following the beta inside.
Throughout the shoot, Yeonjun kept clinging to Kai for physical and emotional support. The thing about Kai is that he loves giving and receiving affection. So, even though the youngest noticed that his hyung was being extra clingy today, he didn’t question it. Instead, Kai simply did what he does best - reciprocate it. Plus, betas don’t detect scents that easily so Yeonjun felt safer.
Every time they went on a break, Yeonjun would seek Kai and his calming lavender scent, and Kai would welcome him with open arms. It wasn’t a surprise to anyone that the boys have a special bond, having spent years in each other’s presence. Hence, nobody was bothered by their public display of affection, all except a particularly tall alpha who was watching them like a hawk.
At first, Soobin didn’t want to read too much into the older boy’s actions. He knows that Yeonjun has always been an affectionate person, and Soobin hardly feels bothered whenever he hugs other members. But today, he noticed that Yeonjun would always seek Kai every chance he got, clinging to him like his life depended on it, and it slightly irked him. What bothered Soobin more was that Yeonjun would bring his nose dangerously closer to Kai’s neck - or more accurately, his scent gland.
The image had Soobin growling without him realizing it. Taehyun heard him and noticed his sudden shift. He whipped his head to look at their leader, shooting him a questioning look. Soobin just shook his head to suppress his alpha and sent a reassuring thumbs up to the younger alpha, signaling him that everything was fine. Taehyun simply nodded and went back to chatting with Beomgyu. When their shoot ends, Soobin might need to have a word with their oldest.
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After a few hours of shooting and monitoring, Yeonjun was feeling more tired and hotter than before. The dull ache he felt in his stomach this morning was becoming more of a nuisance now. Thankfully, his headache didn’t come back, but he knows it’s only a matter of time before it does. He was like a ticking time bomb, and he hoped they could wrap everything up as soon as possible.
While Yeonjun was drinking water alone by the corner, all of a sudden a peculiar bitter scent like burnt coffee beans assaulted his nose, causing his face to crinkle in disgust. One of the camera directors, who Yeonjun noticed was an alpha, was approaching him. The burly man held a somewhat glazed look in his eyes, almost as if he was in a trance.
“Yeonjun-sshi,” he began, “Did you spray on extra cologne today? You smell heavenly ,” said the director as he took a huge sniff near Yeonjun’s neck, causing the idol to shudder at the director’s words and the sudden invasion of his personal space. Yeonjun instinctively placed a hand on his neck and took a step back.
Impossible , Yeonjun thought. No one should be able to smell him as he deliberately sprayed on scent blockers to mask his pheromones. But when Yeonjun felt how sweaty his neck was, he realized that the effects of the blockers tend to wear off under sweat. Yeonjun cursed at himself for not thinking ahead.
When the director looked at him fiercely and licked his lips in a predatory manner, Yeonjun panicked and took several steps back, his back hitting the concrete wall. Feeling cornered, his scent turned sour and he unintentionally released a wave of pheromones that clearly indicated he was feeling threatened. The pupils in the director’s eyes dilated further as he was hit by Yeonjun’s pheromones, mistaking his fright for excitement. He took one step closer to Yeonjun before a loud threatening growl resounded across the entire set.
All heads whipped around to see a very enraged Soobin with clenched fists staring vengefully at the camera director with glowing eyes. He walked towards the pair full of anger and no one dared to stop him as everyone cleared a path.
Yeonjun swallowed and thought, Oh fuck, shit’s about to get real. When Soobin reached them, he planted himself in front of Yeonjun, completely blocking the omega from the director. “Back off,” the tall alpha snarled menacingly.
The camera director took a precarious step back but only just that as he tried his best to appear unintimidated by the younger boy while his scent tells them otherwise. “W-what d-did you-u s-s-say, p-pup?” he managed to croak, stuttering at every word.
Not a lot of people know that Soobin isn’t just any alpha, he was a dominant one. He becomes a scary dominant alpha when he reaches his limit. And today, he snapped.
Soobin, with his already tall frame, appeared taller and bigger than the director as he towered over him with just a single step. “I said, back off!” he barked, causing the director and everyone in the room to wince from the loud shout. The burly alpha knew he wasn’t going to overpower Soobin, not in strength nor intimidation, so he quickly ducked his head and ran towards the nearest exit.
A long, dead silence descended upon the set, and only the heavy breathing of Soobin can be heard. Before Yeonjun could utter a sound, Soobin whipped behind him and stared at him intensely. Yeonjun squirmed under his gaze, wanting to look away. Just then, Yeonjun felt a firm but gentle grip on his arm.
“Hyung, come with me,” Soobin ordered as he began to pull Yeonjun away without asking for his consent. Normally, Yeonjun would snap at Soobin for even daring to boss him around. But this time, Yeonjun didn’t bat an eye. Knowing that his Soobin snapped means that he is in no state to take no for an answer.
When Soobin pulled him into one of the empty waiting rooms, he immediately closed the door behind him and wrapped his arms around Yeonjun, rubbing his cheek on the older boy’s hair. Yeonjun immediately relaxed under the younger boy’s embrace, wanting it to last forever. But unfortunately, all good things just had to end. Soobin pulled back a second later as he tried to assess Yeonjun, the omega already missing the warmth of the alpha.
“Are you alright, hyung? Did he touch you anywhere? Why do you feel hot? Do you have a fever? Why did your scent turn sour? And why do you smell so strong right now?” Soobin rapidly fired one question after another as he tried to check Yeonjun, his eyes no longer holding the anger he felt a minute ago while his hands roamed the omega’s body from head to toe.
In all honesty, Yeonjun didn’t feel the slightest bit violated by Soobin’s touch. And even though Yeonjun wanted to bask under the alpha’s touch and attention a bit longer, he knew he needed to clear things up before Soobin spirals into oblivion. So, Yeonjun placed both of his hands on Soobin’s cheeks and lifted his head to stop him and make him stare into his eyes.
“Soobin-ah, I’m fine,” he stated with a small smile. His answer only caused Soobin to frown more and tighten his hold on Yeonjun’s waist. “No, you’re not. You don't look, feel, or smell fine. Tell me what’s wrong, hyung,” replied the taller idol, his gaze filled to the brim with worry and concern over the older boy’s state.
Yeonjun averted his eyes and bit his lip as he tried his hardest not to cry. His pathetic hormones during pre-heat always make him feel so emotional and vulnerable. And Soobin asking him if he was fine and holding him like he was fragile and could shatter at any moment makes it even worse.
Soobin immediately noticed the moisture building up in the older boy’s eyes and felt his blood turn cold. Who dared make his hyung cry, and who does he need to kill to satisfy his thirst for blood? he thought to himself. Soobin cupped Yeonjun’s cheek to make him look into his eyes again. “Please tell me what’s wrong, baby. I need to know so I can fix it,” he pleaded desperately, calling him baby because he knows that’s one of the older’s weaknesses.
True to the younger boy’s thoughts, Yeonjun responded to the nickname as he leaned towards Soobin’s touch and sniffled lightly before saying, “I-I’m in pre-heat. I didn’t want you guys to know because I didn’t want to burden you. I know today is important to all of us, and I really didn’t want any of you to worry,” Yeonjun said slowly, waiting to get reprimanded by their leader for lying about him being fine.
But what happened next was something Yeonjun never imagined. Soobin let go of him and left. All the blood drained from his face and Yeonjun swore he felt his heart shatter into a million pieces. Alpha is mad. Alpha doesn’t want us. These two thoughts replayed in his head like a broken mantra. A broken sob escaped Yeonjun’s lips and the tears he fought so hard to keep at bay fell and drenched his cheeks. He covered his face with his hands as an onslaught of thick salty tears flowed down from his eyes.
Then suddenly, a loud curse reverberated in the four-walled room and the next thing Yeonjun knows is that he is being dressed in a big gray hoodie, the strong minty scent that was clearly Soobin invading his senses. Yeonjun took a deep inhale, feeling much better and calmer. He was enveloped once again in Soobin’s arms and Yeonjun locked his arms around the alpha’s waist, not wanting to lose him again even for just a second.
“Please don’t leave me, Binnie. I’ll be good, Alpha. I promise,” he whined as his chest was wracked by a round of pitiful sobs, more tears flowing down.
“No, god no, baby. I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to leave you. I just needed to get my hoodie so I can cover you with my scent. God, I would never abandon you. Please believe me. Alpha will never leave you, baby,” Soobin reassured him quickly, tightening his hold and rubbing the omega’s back. “I needed to keep you safe and the first thing that came to my mind was to mask your scent with mine. I’m sorry for making you feel abandoned. Please don’t cry, baby. Alpha’s at fault.”
Yeonjun gripped the back of Soobin’s shirt. “I believe you, but promise me you won’t ever do that to me again.”
“I promise, baby. I’m sorry.” Soobin stroked his back reassuringly. “But hyung, why didn’t you tell me you were in your pre-heat? Did you not trust us to take care of you, or at the very least me?” Soobin inquired gently, not wanting to upset his hyung as he tried to hide the hurt he felt from Yeonjun not trusting him after all these years to take care of him as their leader and alpha.
“It’s not that I didn’t trust you or the others.” Yeonjun sniffled for a moment before he pulled back to look at Soobin. “I know you all would have insisted that I stay in and attend to my every need,” to which Soobin nodded vigorously, “But, our comeback is important and I didn’t want my biology to disrupt our schedules.”
Soobin’s brows furrowed again as he replied. “You’re more important than anything, Yeonjun-hyung. You are our anchor. If you’re not feeling well, then we won’t hesitate to drop everything for you.”
Yeonjun pinched his side, causing the tall alpha to yelp. “Yah, you shouldn’t say stuff like that. You’re our leader. You should set an example for everyone. If the kids hear you, they’ll follow you without question.”
“If it’s for your sake, then I have no doubt that they’ll agree with me anyway,” countered the alpha as he looked down at the tear-streaked omega, feeling his stomach twist at the sight of his hyung crying just a few moments ago.
Before Yeonjun could reply, three sharp knocks rapped on the door. Both males tensed up and Soobin gripped Yeonjun tighter, walking both of them farther away with Soobin’s back facing the door to shield Yeonjun from any potential threat.
“Soobin-hyung, it’s us,” a voice from the other side said. It was Beomgyu. “Can we go inside? We want to check up on Yeonjun-hyung.”
Yeonjun visibly relaxed and answered without asking Soobin. “Yes, Beomgyu. Come in.”
The door opened, revealing their dongsaengs with wide worried eyes. The moment they took a step inside, a low growl rumbled in Soobin’s chest, causing everyone to stop in their tracks. Taehyun, being another alpha, placed a protective hand on Beomgyu’s shoulder while the other was lifted to show he was no threat. Kai and Beomgyu also lifted both of their arms to show they meant no harm.
While Soobin knew his members would never hurt Yeonjun, his alpha was still feeling uneasy and vexed after seeing their omega in danger just a few minutes ago. It was Yeonjun that had him snapping from his thoughts.
“Soobin-ah, let me see them and assure them I’m fine. They won’t hurt me, you know that,” Yeonjun said softly, releasing calming pheromones and squeezing Soobin’s sides.
Soobin considered for a beat before letting him go and taking his place beside Yeonjun, but he still needed to hold him so he ended up holding Yeonjun’s hand.
The fact that Yeonjun was wearing Soobin’s hoodie did not go unnoticed by the younger members but they decided not to comment on it. They waited for a few more seconds before they moved, making sure that Soobin wouldn’t snap at them. When Soobin gave them a nod, they immediately approached their hyung and bombarded him with questions. All three of them talked at the same time, and it caused Yeonjun’s head to spin. Soobin noticed almost immediately and asked them to take a step back and give Yeonjun space and time to answer their questions.
Thanking Soobin with a squeeze through their intertwined hands, Yeonjun replied, “I’m fine, guys. I just had a pre-heat episode, that’s all. Sorry for worrying you.”
While Beomgyu already knew this, their maknaes were shocked as both gasped at the sudden news. It was Kai that broke the silence. “Wait, is that why you were extra clingy today, hyung?” he asked innocently, realizing that Yeonjun’s behavior truly was unusual.
Yeonjun felt Soobin stiffen beside him upon hearing their youngest’s words. Yeonjun sent him a comforting squeeze. “Yes. Hyuka. I’m sorry if you were my victim. I desperately needed a hug buddy and you were the least risky member to notice the change in my scent,” Yeonjun admitted, feeling guilty about his actions.
Being the absolute angel that he is, Kai just smiled warmly at him and said, “No worries, hyung. I’m glad I was able to help you in any way. I’m sorry I didn’t realize you were in your pre-heat. If I knew, I would have held you more. You can use me as your hug buddy anytime,” he offered, to which Soobin responded by wrapping an arm around Yeonjun’s waist, indicating that Yeonjun already has one. Kai was very observant and noticed the gesture. “But Soobin-hyung seems to have it covered, so I’ll just be your happy vitamin that keeps everyone laughing and smiling,” he added quickly with his smile still intact, ending it with his adorable laugh.
Yeonjun shot Soobin a side-eye, silently reminding him to behave but the tall alpha just shrugged his shoulders innocently. Yeonjun was about to reprimand him when a sharp pain shot through his stomach, causing him to stagger and clutch his abdomen as a burst of pheromones shrouded the room.
Soobin instantly wrapped his arms around the hurting omega and placed a hand on his forehead to check his temperature. “Shit, he’s burning up. His heat must be coming faster than expected. Taehyun-ah, tell our manager that we need to get Yeonjun-hyung home. Kai-yah, go get our driver and have him bring the car around. And Beomgyu-yah, fetch me some ice from the break room,” Soobin commanded as he went on full leader auto-pilot. His dongsaengs quickly nodded and followed his orders without any hesitation.
Yeonjun gripped Soobin’s shirt, feeling waves of cramps hurling through his abdomen. “H-hurts, Soobin-ah. I-it hurts,” he whimpered.
Soobin carried him bridal-style to the nearby couch and set him down on his lap, fixing him in a comfortable position. “I know, baby. We’ll make it better, okay? Trust alpha,” he said as he stroked Yeonjun’s hair and tried his best to appease the whimpering omega.
“Soobin-hyung, it might be a good idea for you to scent him. That’ll calm his omega long enough to get him to the car without anyone smelling his pheromones,” Beomgyu said before exiting the room, leaving Soobin and Yeonjun alone in the room once again.
Soobin thought about it and Beomgyu was right. If Yeonjun carries his scent, they’re less likely to encounter any problems when they leave. His alpha was beyond thrilled about the idea of scenting the older boy, but something in Soobin halted him from doing anything rash. While they may be close, Soobin would never do anything highly intimate to Yeonjun without his 100% approval.
With that in mind, Soobin gently asked Yeonjun. “Hyung, would it be okay if I scent you? Just so that you can carry my scent when we exit the building and no one would be able to smell you. But I won’t do it if you don’t want me to.”
Yeonjun didn’t need to think long. He simply tilted his head and bared his neck, offering himself up to the alpha in a blink of an eye. “Please, Soobin.”
Soobin swallowed loudly, his Adam’s apple bobbing up and down, as he stared at the smooth expanse of Yeonjun’s neck. He gently brought his hand up to cup the back of his head before slowly bringing his nose close to the omega’s neck. The moment Soobin’s nose came in contact with Yeonjun’s neck, the older boy couldn’t help but slack at the alpha’s mercy. The heated breath from Soobin’s nose and mouth caused Yeonjun to shiver, tiny whimpers escaping his lips. His vanilla scent turned even sweeter and Soobin swore he could almost taste it on his tongue.
Soobin tried his damndest to keep still but it was proving to be difficult every time he dragged his nose on the older boy’s neck, resulting in the latter letting out tiny sensual sounds. When he placed a gentle kiss just below Yeonjun’s scent gland, a full-body shudder wracked Yeonjun’s body, causing both to moan.
“Are you okay, hyung?” Soobin managed to ask as he peppered tiny kisses all over Yeonjun’s neck.
Yeonjun nodded his head ever so slightly and pulled Soobin closer. He wanted more. Needed more. Soobin’s strong mint scent was incredibly calming, his cramps and headache subsiding significantly from being surrounded by the alpha. “More. Give me more, Alpha. Please,” he begged.
“As you wish, baby,” Soobin whispered in his ear, continuing his ministrations on Yeonjun’s neck, effectively blanketing him in his scent until the omega was satisfied.
Yeonjun lulled his head back from the pleasure and a deep rumble vibrated in Soobin’s chest, finding Yeonjun’s submission endearing. While both found comfort in each other’s arms, a sharp knock on the door interrupted their intimate moment. Soobin immediately pulled Yeonjun impossibly closer as his hand gripped Yeonjun by his nape, depositing his mouth just beside his gland. Yeonjun whimpered again from Soobin’s sudden aggressiveness as his arms wrapped around the younger boy’s shoulders, but not like he was complaining. If anything, Yeonjun hoped it would never end.
“Hyung, the van’s ready. Taehyun and Kai made sure no one’s blocking our path. Let’s get Yeonjun-hyung home now,” Beomgyu said firmly from outside.
“We’ll be right out,” Soobin replied. “I’ll be carrying you to our van, hyung. Would that be alright with you?”
Yeonjun just nodded, burying his nose between the juncture where Soobin’s neck and shoulder meet, inhaling the alpha’s scent once more to calm himself. “Okay.”
Soobin just nodded and stood up effortlessly with Yeonjun in his arms. Yeonjun didn’t bother to open his eyes and he just focused on Soobin’s scent, his touch, his warmth, his breathing, and his everything. If the members saw Yeonjun as their anchor, then Soobin was Yeonjun’s.
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In less than half an hour, they arrived back at their dorm with Soobin still carrying a now very hot Yeonjun in his arms while the others busied themselves with gathering some clothes for Yeonjun to create his nest.
Soobin carried Yeonjun to his room and deposited him on his bed. Yeonjun thought that Soobin would leave him while he was feeling very vulnerable. He locked his arms around Soobin’s neck, not wanting to lose the alpha. “Don’t leave me, Binnie,” he whined.
Soobin rubbed his back, joining him on the bed and pulling the older boy close to his chest. “Never, hyung. I will never leave you,” he said as he planted a chaste kiss on Yeonjun’s forehead.
Yeonjun smiled faintly despite the ache that was coursing through his body. A few moments later, Beomgyu entered the room with a handful of Soobin’s hoodies and cardigans.
“Yeonjun-hyung, what do you say we create your nest with Soobin-hyung’s clothes, hm?” their younger member offered gently, lifting the clothes in his arms higher.
Yeonjun perked up with the thought of creating a safe space with Soobin’s clothes. He sat up with Soobin still by his side with a hand on his waist. He nodded at Beomgyu’s idea and the younger boy smiled as he dumped the clothes on the edge of the bed.
“Ah, Soobin-hyung, it might be better for Yeonjun-hyung and me to be alone for this part. This is sort of a… sensitive act for us omegas, and we would appreciate some privacy while doing it,” Beomgyu said carefully, waiting for the alpha’s reaction. He knows that Soobin feels protective of Yeonjun right now, but creating a nest is really an intimate time for omegas to feel more in control of themselves before entering their most vulnerable state.
Soobin tensed beside Yeonjun, not liking the idea of leaving Yeonjun even for just a second. But, if that’s what Yeonjun wants right now, then Soobin and his alpha will just have to suck it up. “Hyung, do you wish to be left alone with Beomgyu to make your nest?” he asked delicately.
Yeonjun bit his lower lip as he pondered over it. He also didn’t want to part with Soobin for the day, or the duration of the week for that matter, but he knows he needs the mental stability that he gets from independence before relying on the alpha. After a few heartbeats, Yeonjun nodded as he replied, “I want to be alone with Beomgyu for a few minutes. But the moment I’m done, you have to come back, okay?”
Soobin smiled at him warmly, his dimples appearing on his cheeks. “Of course, hyung. I’ll just be on the other side of the door,” he answered, placing a kiss on Yeonjun’s forehead before standing up to leave the two omegas.
Once the door closed behind Soobin, Beomgyu and Yeonjun made quick work of creating his nest, the younger omega teasing him every chance he got.
“Will today be the day you’ll finally seal the deal? Do you have protection? God, I hope these walls are soundproof as they advertised. I do NOT want to hear what goes on inside this room for the next few days,” Beomgyu deadpan blurted out while helping Yeonjun out with his nest.
Yeonjun laughed and smacked him with Soobin’s hoodie. “Yah, how many times do I have to tell you to respect your elders? And for your information, Soobin and I are just going to cuddle,” he replied nonchalantly.
Beomgyu shot him a raised brow. “Are you sure?” he pried mischievously.
Yeonjun slapped him hard on the shoulder, making the younger omega yelp in pain. “Watch what you say, you little punk.” Beomgyu rubbed his shoulder with a playful pout, but said nothing in return.
Once everything was set and Yeonjun was more than satisfied with his nest, he gave it a nod before turning to Beomgyu, hugging the younger omega tightly. “Thank you, Gyu, for everything.”
Beomgyu hugged him back just as fiercely. “You’re welcome, hyung. Let me know if you ever need anything, okay?”
“I will. Now, get out of here. I need my dose of Soobin and I’m sure he’s getting fidgety by the second,” Yeonjun said chuckling, knowing how much the alpha worries.
Beomgyu let go of him and reacted with a vomiting gesture at his statement. “You guys are disgustingly sweet, but I digress,” he kidded, earning him a pinch on his waist from Yeonjun.
“Let’s see how you fare with Taehyun in your heat,” Yeonjun shot back, knowing that his dongsaengs have developed a special bond with each other recently, but neither was willing to acknowledge it yet.
At that, Beomgyu blushed furiously as he was flustered by the older boy’s remark. “Shut up, I don’t know what you’re talking about,” he mumbled, his ears turning a bright shade of red.
Yeonjun just laughed and patted his shoulder. “You know exactly what I’m talking about, my Gyu. Now, go on and tell the kids I’m fine. I’ll see you all soon.”
Beomgyu nodded and gave Yeonjun one last brief but tight hug. “See you soon, hyung. Stay alive and pure while you’re at it,” said Beomgyu playfully, letting Yeonjun go and waving him goodbye before opening the bedroom door, revealing a worried-looking Soobin.
Yeonjun’s heart fluttered at the sight of the tall alpha like he hadn't seen him for so long when in reality, they’d only been apart for 15 minutes. Beomgyu placed a hand on Soobin’s shoulder and whispered something in his ear, resulting in Soobin looking like a deer caught in headlights. For a second, Yeonjun thought Soobin’s eyes would pop out of their sockets. This had the omega chuckling.
Soobin snapped his head in his direction as Beomgyu finally left them alone, but not before shooting Yeonjun a smirk. What the heck did he say to Soobin? Yeonjun thought.
When Soobin closed the door, he took a tentative step closer to Yeonjun, almost as if he was nervous. “Yeonjun-hyung, can I enter your nest?” His voice was so silky and his minty scent was so calming.
Yeonjun opened his arms wide open and smiled at the alpha. “Come here,” he beckoned. Soobin didn’t waste a second as he took two long strides before enveloping Yeonjun again in a tight embrace with one hand wrapped around the older boy’s waist while the other cradled his head. Soobin felt like everything was finally right in the world as he let out a deep sigh. Yeonjun hugged him just as tightly as he buried his head in Soobin’s chest.
“Can we go to my bed? I’m tired and wanna lie with you in my arms,” Yeonjun said, albeit muffled. But Soobin had no difficulty understanding the older boy’s wishes. He simply lifted the omega and laid both of them down, surrounded by Soobin’s clothes lying across the bed.
Yeonjun wriggled a bit to get into a more comfortable position and once he was content, he breathed in and out deeply, finally letting the weight of today’s event sink in as his body and mind registered just how tired he was.
Neither said anything as they held each other. Soobin was slowly stroking Yeonjun’s hair while Yeonjun was rubbing his thumb in circles on Soobin’s back. After what felt like an eternity, sleep was beginning to creep on Yeonjun as he felt his eyes grow heavy.
“Soobin-ah?” Yeonjun asked in a hushed tone. Soobin hummed in reply, waiting for him to continue. “Will you hold me until I fall asleep?”
“I’ll hold you for as long as you let me, baby,” Soobin replied without a second thought.
Yeonjun felt like crying again, thinking just how lucky he was for having met Soobin. Yeonjun placed a brief kiss on a patch of exposed skin on Soobin’s chest just between his collarbones, and he felt the younger boy freeze before relaxing entirely and pulling him closer. Yeonjun couldn’t help but smile at knowing just how much he affected the alpha.
He finally let sleep take him, thanking the heavens for giving him Soobin - his sweet, caring, loving, perfect alpha.
The life of an omega has never felt so right until now.