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-… And yes, Leona-shi, different from the Alpha perspective, Omegas can be re-claimed by another Alpha, as long as they’re more dominant than the former.
-Tsk, so troublesome…
It was a warm night, and the Savanaclaw Dorm Leader went to Ignihyde, as he proposed a while earlier. He watched in feigned indifference the scared expression Idia made when coming in with Ortho, trying to contain the anxiety for the questions he wished to ask.
However, after a short while, their mood lightened, as the blue flame-haired student relaxed after answering some of the doubts Leona had.
Most of them were related to Alpha-Omega dynamics, and the ritual of being claimed.
-Oi, that means that if a wizard, stronger than Vil, bites me, they can take me?! – The feline questioned incredulously.
-It’s not a matter of magic. It’s a matter of genetics. Sometimes it seems like both are the same, but a magicless strong Alpha might be able to re-claim you.
-That’s bullshit.
-I know. That’s the reason that, fortunately, Alphas don’t feel too attracted to claimed Omegas, because their pheromones change, declaring absolute loyalty to their Alpha. It’s like a covenant in a Soulslike game, fu hee hee~. – The Ignihyde Dorm Leader laughed at his own joke, stopping immediately at Leona’s confused expression.
-Whatcha talkin’ about?
-Nevermind. That’s why normies are so boring anyway… Hiiiiiiih!! – At the comment, the lion grabbed him by his hoodie, with an annoyed expression.
-Keep talking about the main topic. You suck when speaking about nerdy things.
-I’m just trying to help you! And I already told you, if Vil-shi marked you, it’s very unlikely for someone to get close! Your smell change, acquiring some of your Alpha’s pheromones!
-So… I’m safe?
-As long as the other Alpha doesn’t know the potential of your partner, yes.
-… What about Vil? Will he feel attracted to other Omegas? – Growled the green-eyed beastman.
-I never thought you to be the jealous type… No! He won’t! Stop threatening me!
Just realizing about his outburst, Leona let Idia free, sitting down on the other’s bed, though still frowning. At his demeanor, the one from the Isle of Lamentation sighed and tried to calm him down.
-… Leona, unless Vil-shi wants to break up, it’ll be hard for him to feel attraction for another Omega. Usually, Alphas tend to say that it’s the other’s scent that caused them to rut, but actually the “I want it” factor is as important as the “pheromones” one. Do you think…?
-We spoke about that. He was willing to bring up our children in case I got pregnant. But…
-I suck at love advice, but that means a lot, considering it’s Vil-shi the one saying it.
-I know. Yet, he’s always around flirty Betas and Omegas…
-Actors and actresses are like that due to their charisma. I should’ve maxed that stat, now that I think about it... – Commented the other in resignation, noticing Leona looked at him in silent agreement. – You can’t talk, though! You’re quite an ikemen at this school! You don’t know how many students wanted you as their ultimate Alpha husbando!!
-… I don’t know how I understood your bullshit, sprout-. The one from Afterglow Savannah facepalmed at Idia’s rambling-. And that doesn’t mean anything…
-You told me he claimed you with your consent. And he asked. Twice. – Remarked the yellow-eyed classmate, with an unusual serious face-. Do you know how many Omegas we have received, commenting they were taken by mutual agreement? None.
The fact Idia told him made Leona shiver and curse at both his insecurity and frustration. He was right, the lion shouldn’t doubt about the Pyroxian’s feelings. After all, wasn’t he the one who accepted his proposal? Knowing him, he would’ve been able to refuse, even with the heat tempting his will.
-Please, don’t be cringe with the “I’m not sure if he loves me” drama, Leona-shi. That’s not your trope. – The green-eyed beastman heard the other’s complain and grunted in discomfort-. And about your routine as Omega, take contraceptives to control any “kitten accidents”, after… your encounters with your Alpha. Also, Moon Tea doesn’t solve the main problem when in heat, so I’ll give you another formula, derived from the same leaves, but with a stronger effect. Keep it in mind though that it’s just for the heat period. Understood?
-… Right. – What else could the lion answer to Idia’s indications?
-According to you, this is the second year you’re suffering heats, right? Did you have suppressants to counter the symptoms?
-Yeah. Kifaji always had those in case of emergency. He always took care of me in that aspect.
-That’s fine. In that case, come here after your following heat to have a complete status check. The main goal is to keep yourself healthy for the moment you decide to have a litter of kittens. I don’t know if someone explained you this, but bearing heats without treatment can be really detrimental for your health, so do have your suppressants close!
-Tsk, you sound like my… no, actually, you sound like Vil when he tells me off. – Leona was actually paying attention to the other’s instructions, but it was tiresome to be treated as a kid or something on that line.
-Then that means he’s worried about your health. That’s a relief. I know we’re not friends exactly, but I’m happy you have a responsible Alpha as a partner.
The feline wanted to answer, when his phone vibrated. Taking it from his pocket, Leona watched the blond’s message:
“Ortho told me you are with Idia. I’m on my way.”
As he started writing his reply, Idia gasped in fear when his door opened.
-Brother, Vil Schoenheit-san is here! – The lion rolled his eyes at the late announcement. While the humanoid’s expression was cheerful, the one accompanying him looked less enthusiastic. Both Omegas could feel his apprehension right away.
-W-w-what’s he doing here?! I swear I didn’t touch a single strand of hair from Leona-shi!! Don’t torture me!! Hiiiiih!! – Waving his hands in front of the Pyroxian in despair, the one from the Isle of Lamentation got up from his chair and started walking out of his room. – I-I-I need to get some snacks!
-Brother, wait!
With both Shroud leaving the room, the feline looked at the blond nervously, while offering him Idia’s chair to sit.
-What are you doing here…? – The older started.
-Are you okay? – The Alpha’s question startled him, lowering his lion ears in dismay.
-I was getting information…
-How do you feel? Any pain or discomfort?
-Vil.
-I can get you a doctor…
-Vil, I am fine. – It was strange to see the Pyroxian so worried and insistent. Did he have such a bad look? – The sprout had information about some things, and I wanted to know. That’s all.
The lion looked at the actor’s eyes, trying to give him comfort – though he didn’t know why-, and noticed, after a moment, his shoulders relaxing and his demeanor changing to one of calmness.
-Ortho told me you came here.
-And you sent me a message while coming to Ignihyde. For real? – Leona laughed.
-… I thought something bad happened.
-Were you jealous? – The question caused in the blond a frown the Omega didn’t expect.
-No. Why are you asking that? I know Idia’s type, and your taste in men. Also, I don’t doubt about your faithfulness. – The response caught Leona off guard, making him frown deeper and cross his arms. Vil knew that gesture quite well: his kitten was getting defensive.
-Are you that sure about me?
-Are you not about me? Did I do something to make you doubt about my feelings or words?
That question sounded like a low blow for the Savanaclaw Dorm Leader, not only for its meaning, but also for the tone his Alpha used in it. He was hurt.
And strangely, he could smell it, feeling the mood of the room heavier.
-… No. You’re always taking care of me. - He declared.
-Then why did you not look for me? I also wanted this lecture, Leona. I want to protect you, so I need to know as much as I can about the things that can affect you.
-I didn’t want to put you into more pressure and work. You’re already reading a lot about our biology, and don’t tell me you aren’t, because I found some books under your bed! – The lion’s explanation made the Alpha sigh and cross his arms as well, imitating the other.
-Is that wrong?
-I didn’t say that. – Growled the beastman, avoiding his look.
-Then? Why are you so against the idea of being protected? I guess I haven’t told you this, but you aren’t a burden for me, Leona.
As if those words lifted an invisible weight upon the lion’s shoulders, Vil watched his partner lower his arms and exhale deeply, while relaxing his features. Without wasting a second, he moved to Idia’s bed to sit down close to the other, taking his hands.
-Leona -. Called the blond, softly.
-Next month… - The chocolate brown-haired Dorm Leader spoke, in a low tone-, next month, I need to come here, after the heat. Idia wants me to have a full check in order to know how affected I might be for tolerating those times without a proper treatment. Will you be able to come?
-Of course I will. I’ll text Adella to schedule that day as “personal business”.
-… Thank you. – Sighed the older.
-Also, I’ll ask Idia about any alleviating exercise or routine for your heat, besides… knotting and having sex. – At the last piece of information, the lion moved his ears, interested-. I admit I love spoiling you, but I understand if sometimes you don’t want to do it, in spite of the heat.
-… You’ve never forced me, and I think this is a beastmen trait: I enjoy having non-stop sex with you, Vil. It’s like eating meat every day. Well, I do eat meat, just with another part of my body…
-I got the drift, thank you very much. – The blond cut the speech, blushing and covering part of his face with his hand, frowning at Leona’s cunning expression-. You can be quite rude, you know.
-Oh, but I thought you loved that.
-Telling you that was a mistake…
As he was speaking, Vil got interrupted by his Omega’s soft kiss. Smiling and taking the other’s face gently between his hands, the Pyroxian cut it for a short while.
-I love you. Don’t forget that. If I have to stay awake for several nights to take care of you, I will. Same situation if you need a specialist from a far away land. I will bring them. For you.
-… You’re more protective than I thought. – The lion laughed lightly-. And I love you too, despite not saying it often, you romantic mess. -Purring and wanting more, Leona got closer to his Alpha, at the point of making the other lay down on the bed to keep kissing him. He was so warm and accepting…
-Do not fuck on my bed! Even I haven’t fucked on it!
The scream from Idia made them jump in surprise. As the feline frowned in frustration for being interrupted, the actor got up from the bed and crossed his arms in indignation, watching at the pale boy eating fried snacks, possibly got from Mostro Lounge.
-It’s not my fault you haven’t talked to Azul yet -. The lion whistled in amusement at the comment, making the exposed classmate redden nervously.
-Hiiiiiiih!!! Do not show my weakest point, Vil-shi!! Get out!! You’re better now, so go back to your room and do your nasty things there!!
-Ah?!
As Idia’s room was getting full of screams, roars and fighting noises, Ortho smiled, waiting patiently for the visitors to get out.
-It’s good to see my brother’s got new friends. – He concluded happily.