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He found him at the bus stop near the hospital. It was raining and the wind was strong. 

Doctor Kim Mingyu just finished his shift at the hospital, ready to drive back home when he noticed the man. 

It was shortly after midnight and Jeon Wonwoo was standing at the bus stop. 

Drenched to his bones, Wonwoo put his hands to his mouth, trying to warm himself in this unfavorable weather. He rocked back and forth, hoping the cold embracing his frail body would soon fade away. Occasionally, he blinked a few times to shake tiny raindrops off his eyelashes.

"One more hour," he sighed through trembling lips as he looked at his watch, cursing mentally. He should've waited for the rain to stop and then head back home.

It was unfortunate that he missed the early bus by a scratch, thus leaving him there waiting and turning into an ice cube until another hour. 

Quite unlucky, if he could say so.

Wet coldness swept over Wonwoo's trembling body. The clothes he was wearing stuck to him like a second skin. The longer he stayed outside, the more he was likely to get sick.

Wonwoo sneezed, absently searching for a tissue in his oversized cardigan's pocket when a splash from the passing car almost hit him in the face. 

That was, if someone's hand didn't save him from getting an instant shower. 

Wonwoo nearly lost his balance; the stranger's hand, however, held him firmly in place, preventing him from slipping and getting his butt soaked in the puddle of water. 

"What are you doing here, nurse Jeon?" A familiar voice addressed him, breaking the sound of raindrops falling from the dark sky onto the rusty station roof above him. 

Wonwoo stilled for a moment, sucking in a sharp breath. 

Immediately, the thick scent of dark chocolate and oranges entered his nose despite the heavy rain. 

Trembling, Wonwoo looked up to see the face of the stranger beside him.

Wonwoo swallowed hard, trying to calm his racing heart. 

Just as he had thought, his savior was none other than Kim Mingyu, his superior, a flawless man with perfect composure; an alpha Wonwoo had been desperately crushing on ever since he started working in the hospital. 

It was nothing serious, according to Wonwoo. 

He was sure he could get over the little infatuation if he found himself a nice alpha to keep. Someone who wasn't Kim freaking Mingyu. 

Even if deep down Wonwoo wanted to get closer to him, he was aware the chances were very slim because that man was so out of his league. His human side reminded Wonwoo of that daily but his omega didn't give a damn, dreaming about the handsome surgeon like a fool in love, both during and off-work hours. 

Wonwoo acted indifferently when asked by his co-workers about Doctor Kim, keeping composure when the man in question passed by him in the halls or graced him with his presence during checks-up on Wonwoo's patients. 

But in reality, the omega was just as embarrassing as some of the fans the handsome doctor managed to gain over the time he'd been working in the hospital. He was just good at hiding it from everyone else. Too ashamed to admit that the older alpha had been starring in quite a few scenarios Wonwoo had created in his head whenever he was about to fall asleep.

Truthfully, Wonwoo was just trying his hardest not to pass out from how strongly his heart thrummed in his chest whenever Doctor Kim was in close vicinity. 

Wonwoo only hoped the alpha never noticed his heartbeat going bonkers around him. 

"How long have you been standing here?" Doctor Kim asked in his usual soft, mellow voice, maintaining a perfect image even with his damp hair, wet from so much rain. 

Apparently, the omega wasn't the only one who forgot to bring an umbrella.

Wonwoo gulped, his hands trembling. 

"Umm, for an hour and something? I think..." He replied honestly through clenched teeth. His clothes were soaking wet and he was getting cold. It was bad enough that he couldn't catch the bus before midnight, and now he had to wait here for at least another hour. 

If only wasn't raining...

Doctor Kim cocked an eyebrow as his gaze slid over the poor state of the young nurse. No wonder Wonwoo looked like he was just thrown into the water. 

Observing him for a long time, Mingyu knew Wonwoo could easily catch a cold (he was delicate like this) and he couldn't afford the absence of another sick nurse in the hospital. They were short on staff as it was already. Which... wasn't a lie per se but also not entirely true. 

The younger man had grown on Mingyu quite fast, and not having his bubbly personality brighten the day during hospital hours would really sadden him. 

Mingyu enjoyed being in Jeon Wonwoo's presence so much he somehow managed to develop romantic feelings along the way. Which wasn't in his plans at all when he accepted the job. 

But Mingyu would never admit it out loud. Both because of fear and embarrassment. 

Yet the concern for the omega seeped into his actions towards him from time to time. And seeing the poor state Wonwoo was in now, it only got harder to stay calm and ignore the naggy feeling clawing at his insides. 

His alpha urged Mingyu to do something about it, tend to the young omega shivering from the cold, and take care of him. 

Ah. Those damned instincts, he cursed in his head. So annoying.

Slowly, Mingyu placed a hand on Wonwoo's shoulder. 

Wonwoo jolted at the sudden touch and gave him a confused look, his eyes growing big and lips parting in a tiny, breathless 'o'. 

Mingyu found it cute. 

"When another bus should arrive?" He asked, already deciding on a plan forming in his head. 

Wonwoo looked at the watch tied around his thin wrist and sighed.

"In an hour and a half," he replied after a while, looking more depressing than his clothes. Wonwoo wished the rain would stop, but he could see it would last at least until tomorrow, and because of that, he would catch a cold for sure. Though admittedly, Doctor Kim's hand on his shoulder felt really warm. 

Wonwoo blinked, shaking the unwanted thoughts from his head when the older man said something he would never expect him to say. 

"Wonwoo-ssi, what about a late dinner at my place? The rain is not going to stop anyway and I don't want a member of my team to be down with a cold because his bus has shitty timing. I think it would be best if you spent the night too since it looks like the bad weather might last until tomorrow. You have this weekend off, don't you?" Mingyu offered all of a sudden, leaving Wonwoo slightly speechless. "Ah, I also heard it's going to be very stormy tonight," he hummed as he looked up at the dark sky. 

It seemed he hit a jackpot because Wonwoo at the mention of a storm went stiff and his eyes grew comically wide, his teeth gnawing on his plump, lower lip.

"A s-storm you say?" The question came out shaky.

Mingyu's expression softened at the fright in the omega's eyes as he peeked at him from under his long bangs. 

The doctor hummed in affirmation, squeezing Wonwoo's shoulder to soothe the nerves in his body and also to calm his alpha who'd been whining desperately within his core, wanting to protect the younger omega.

Meanwhile, Wonwoo was panicking inside. He would never expect someone like his perfect superior to notice him or offer him a ride on a cold rainy night- moreover, invite him for dinner at his place and let him stay for a while, or the whole night even... 

Such an intimate invitation from an alpha of Kim Mingyu's caliber was a dream of every omega so it was understandable that Wonwoo was close to passing out.

Heaving a deep breath, Wonwoo took a step back, suddenly finding the tips of his shoes very interesting. 

"Uhm, I- I don't want to bother you," he murmured in a small voice. 

Mingyu's eyebrows narrowed. Wonwoo, a bother? Never. 

The alpha took a daring step towards the other man and soon the warmth on Wonwoo's shoulder was gone, those deft fingers moving swiftly to grab him by the chin in a gentle hold. 

Wonwoo might've as well fainted right here and then.

Doctor Kim's thick and long fingers felt so nice against his skin that it was almost unbearable. Wonwoo had the sudden need to lower his head and nuzzle into the warmth like an affectionate kitten. 

Luckily he had a firm grip on his self-control otherwise he would be in big trouble. 

He let the doctor lift his chin, eyes meeting his in a shy stare.

"You're not a bother. Not to me." Mingyu smiled and he rarely did so, Wonwoo knew. 

Still, he was hesitant. 

"Umm... I, uh-" Wonwoo's brain seemed to have trouble functioning properly. It was quite a struggle to form a coherent sentence when you were in the presence of your long-time crush, his warmth enveloping your body like a soft blanket. Of course, Wonwoo was easily reduced to a stuttering mess. 

"You don't have to be afraid. I may look like it but I'm actually not a bad person. I just want some company. Take it as an invitation from a friend, hm?" The alpha tried to persuade him, voice soft it was almost a whisper.

The round cheeks flushed a red hue but no words left the plushy lips. Wonwoo was desperately avoiding eye contact, eyelashes fluttering like delicate butterfly wings as he stared at anything but Mingyu. 

The shift in his scent showed a sign of nervousness.

Releasing calming pheromones to not scare the poor thing away, Mingyu ran a thumb across the smooth skin of Wonwoo's cheek before he got bolder and gave it a slight pinch, beaming at the way the flesh reddened under his touch. 

"I don't bite, you know," Mingyu said calmly, his gaze softening a bit. "Unless you want me to," he added with a little humor and then withdrew his hand. Mingyu had to hold back a smirk tugging at his lips upon seeing the reaction his words caused in the younger man. 

Wonwoo flushed bright red, his eyes growing big as saucers. It almost looked like the doctor was flirting with him or maybe Wonwoo was too delusional. Yes, that was most likely the case. 

Twelve-hour shifts really do exhaust your body and mind.

Gnawing on his bottom lip, Wonwoo hesitated to speak, weighing his options. His delayed answer was a little bit annoying to Mingyu who was starting to grow impatient with each passing second.

"Wonwoo-ssi, if you don't decide right now, I'll throw a tantrum and it won't look pretty," Mingyu suddenly threatened, enhancing his words with pouty lips and furrowed brows which startled Wonwoo a little. 

There was a brief silence before those pretty, feline eyes blinked up at him, soon accompanied by a slight nod of approval.

"Ah... oh, then, I- I'll go with you," Wonwoo said quietly, looking away to hide his red face.

It was impossible not to notice the rosy blush blooming on the plump cheeks though.

Cute.

Mingyu smiled sweetly, patting Wonwoo on the shoulder. 

"Good boy. Now let's get going before you transform into a fish," Mingyu beckoned, and like an obedient little puppy, Wonwoo followed him to the parking lot, his steps wide and hasty to keep up with Mingyu's long strides. 

The rain was already getting worse. 

*****

The ride to the doctor's place was spent in silence. Wonwoo didn't want to bother his superior with his endless chatter, especially when he was driving in such weather, and besides, he was too shy to start a conversation. Mingyu's presence made all the words die down in his throat. Wonwoo was afraid of making a mistake.

But despite that, Wonwoo kept sneaking glances at the man next to him, admiring his handsome appearance. It was almost unbelievable that someone perfect like Kim Mingyu even wanted to bother with such an ordinary omega like him, Wonwoo thought. 

Why did Kim Mingyu offer him to stay at his place, so suddenly and this late at night? Was it really just a friendly invite? It made him wonder. 

Wonwoo couldn't even tell what was going through Doctor Kim's head most of the time, the man was a master at hiding his emotions behind a cold mask. Always so stoic and reserved around his people. If he was like that at home, Wonwoo could only guess. 

But something told him all the rumors about Kim Mingyu's cold personality were far from the truth.

Accompanied by the soft music to break the silence, it didn't take long until they arrived at their destination. 

The moment Wonwoo exited the car, his eyes caught the sight of the tall building towering like a giant pillar in the night. He couldn't help but let out a deep, astonished sigh at the outlook. 

He kind of figured Doctor Kim would probably live in a luxurious apartment, but this was completely a new level of luxury. Wonwoo was taken aback by the exquisite appearance, still in awe of the beautiful view that he didn't even notice the hand resting on his shoulder. 

"We should hurry up and go inside before we both catch a cold," Mingyu's warm breath caressed the back of Wonwoo's ear. 

It woke Wonwoo up from his trance and he nodded, red behind his ears because the man's hand was there again. So warm and big. He'll surely remember the warmth forever.

Wonwoo let Doctor Kim lead him into the building. They kept a comfortable silence between them, with only a few quick, shy glances sneaking in. 

Mingyu had a hard time controlling himself from squeezing the life out of the omega. Even though Wonwoo was soaking wet and leaving tiny traces of water drops behind, somehow, he still managed to look adorable. Like a small kitten.

How does he do it? Mingyu wondered, tearing his eyes away from Wonwoo despite his alpha's demanding protests, and entered the elevator with him. He pressed the highest button and waited for the door to close. 

Wonwoo's presence made him a little nervous and worried at the same time. The poor man started to cough and was shaking badly. Surely he'd just caught a cold. Or at least was on a quick way to get one.

Mingyu made a mental note to wrap the omega in every blanket he had when they got to his apartment. 

Gently, Mingyu patted Wonwoo on the shoulder. "We're almost there," he said rather calmly, soothing the tense muscles in circular movements. 

Wonwoo desperately held back a cough, nodding loosely. The blush remained painted on his cheeks for the whole ride in the elevator. 

Until they finally entered Mingyu's apartment. 

"Oh my god, it's so huge!" Was the first thing that left Wonwoo's lips after the awkward silence. 

It was surprising to hear the younger omega shout in awe like that since he was usually so quiet around him during hospital hours.

Mingyu laughed behind his hand. 

Wonwoo looked around just to be more amazed by the abnormal size of the apartment. It could swallow him whole, that was no joke. 

"Wow," Wonwoo breathed, his cutely rounded eyes scanning every little thing in the room. He could easily get lost in there. 

"It's nothing much, really," Mingyu waved him off but Wonwoo immediately shook his head. 

"What? Are you serious? Just this room alone is the size of my whole apartment!" He gasped, flailing his arms to emphasize.

Mingyu bit his lip. The word 'cute' hung on his tongue as he observed the omega's behavior but he swallowed it down. He didn't have the guts to say it out loud. 

"I'm glad you like it," Mingyu smiled thinly at Wonwoo, giving him a quick tour around the place before stopping in front of an ivory-colored door.

Wonwoo trailed after Mingyu like a puppy to what he believed was the bathroom. He felt almost sorry for leaving wet traces on the expensive-looking carpet. 

Anxious, Wonwoo played with his fingers, standing quietly at the door. 

He watched Mingyu rummage through the cabinet made of fine wood that must have cost a fortune, blushing a little at the way the fabric of the alpha's tight blouse stretched over his muscled back. 

Inappropriate thoughts invaded Wonwoo's mind for a brief moment until something soft was handed gently to him. Clearly taken off guard, Wonwoo's clumsy attempt at grabbing the towel caused Mingyu to look at him with the softest smile Wonwoo had ever seen. 

It was almost... fond.

"Here, take a warm shower. You can put your clothes in the laundry basket over there after you're done, I'll dry them later, okay?" Mingyu patted his shoulder, maintaining that pretty smile on his lips still. 

Dazed, Wonwoo nodded at everything he was told and when Mingyu disappeared into his room for dry, spare clothes, he put a hand over his mouth to not let out a girlish scream. 

His omega was excited, so much just from the thought of being in the same room that smelled so heavily of the alpha, and gosh, wearing his clothes might actually put him into a coma. Wonwoo could feel he might faint right this instant. 

Oh, he's got it bad.

"Chill, just chill Wons, it's just clothes, nothing more than clothes," he took a few, deep breaths to calm himself, and patted his red cheeks to snap out of it. 

He waited patiently until Mingyu returned with spare clothes in his hands. 

Feeling shy in the alpha's presence, Wonwoo lowered his head and took the offered pile of clothes with gratitude, all while resisting the overwhelming urge to rub his face against the soft fabric and inhale the scent it was emitting.

"Thank you, Doctor Kim," Wonwoo bowed politely, clutching the alpha's clothes in his shaky hands so tight as if afraid to lose them.

"Oh no, we're not at work right now, so drop the honorifics, Wonwoo-ya," the alpha said with a light tone in his voice. 

Wonwoo blushed at the sudden informality but nodded, albeit hesitantly. 

"Understood doc- umm, Mingyu hyung," the omega corrected himself before the door slowly closed behind him, leaving Mingyu standing in the hall alone and with a faint blush dusting his cheeks. 

Mingyu let out a sigh, raking a hand through his hair. 

Rather than stalking in front of his bathroom listening to an attractive omega taking a shower, he'd better make something to eat if he didn't want Wonwoo to starve to death. He had a hunch the little one hadn't eaten a hearty, homemade meal in a while.

Mingyu was going to fix it.

Approaching the kitchen, Mingyu looked for some pre-cooked food he couldn't burn. Because the stove wasn't his best friend, the microwave was his best option. 

It took him at least half an hour to prepare a decent dinner setup but luckily everything turned out okay in the end and nothing was burned. Including his hands.

Mingyu hoped that Wonwoo liked the food. It would be a cardinal sin if he didn't since it was his mother who prepared the meal in the first place but then again- Mingyu was a little bit clueless when it came to the omega's tastes.

(The one food Mingyu was confident that Wonwoo loved were those fruity snack bars though. The proof was the happy face the omega made every time he munched on one of those during his breaks, all while blissfully oblivious that the snacks that miraculously kept appearing on his work desk were all from Mingyu.)

Just as the alpha started putting full plates on the table, soft steps were heard from behind. 

Mingyu finished arranging the rest and then turned around at the light sound of a cough, coming face to face with Wonwoo. 

He shouldn't have done it so fast.

Jeon Wonwoo stood there with his legs pressed tightly together and dressed in a bright pink, knitted sweater. 

The garment was so big on his frame that Wonwoo was literally drowning in the fabric. It made him look even smaller than he already was. And so, so much cuter.

Mingyu's alpha howled appraisingly at the sight, while the man himself could only hear tiny droplets of water falling on the wooden floor and the warmth of the imaginary blood running down his nose. 

Wonwoo was devastatingly adorable but also hot at the same time and that might pose a problem Mingyu didn't want to deal with. Not now, at least.

Albeit reluctantly, Mingyu tore his gaze away from the pretty view and cleared his throat.

"I guess you're done showering," he managed to say after the awkward silence that fell upon them. 

Real smooth, Kim, he scolded himself mentally while trying hard to hide the blush taking over his face. Even though Wonwoo wouldn't even notice with how his eyes seemed to be glued to the floor below him as though it was the most interesting thing in the world right now.

Looking down, the omega nodded quietly, keeping a safe distance of about one meter from the older alpha. 

Wonwoo was more than shy to come closer, afraid that his superior would see something he shouldn't. The sweater could be two sizes bigger, but it certainly wasn't long enough to cover Wonwoo's knees. Gosh, he wasn't even wearing anything underneath, both the sweatpants and the underwear he was given just wouldn't sit still around his hips so Wonwoo gave up and counted solely on the sweater's length to cover all of his private parts. 

Wonwoo wasn't used to showing so much skin, especially when in front of a man he'd been crushing on for ages. He was shy.

"Is something wrong? Are you not feeling well?" Mingyu asked, cocking an eyebrow. 

He saw the omega shake his head, lips formed in a tight line. Wonwoo was clearly hesitant to speak, fingers fiddling under his sweater paws and Mingyu couldn't help but smile. 

Cute.

On the other hand, Wonwoo was dying from embarrassment. How should he tell Mingyu he didn't like the clothes he was given without appearing like an ungrateful person? Was that even from his closet? This type of clothes didn't quite fit Mingyu's style he wore to work. 

Honestly, it was hard to imagine a stoic man like Doctor Kim walking around in something so loud and flashy but the scent attached to the fabric was very prominent, so manly yet soothing so there was no mistake the ridiculous sweater was his, Wonwoo's omega was sure- after spending a shameful amount of time inhaling the alpha's aroma like a heavy addict. 

So yes. It definitely smelled like Kim Mingyu.

"N-no," Wonwoo said quietly, finally gathering the courage to speak. "Not really... it's just-" He took a deep breath, hands turning into fists inside the sleeves. "Well, it's a sweater, it's not even big enough to cover my knees and... and it's pink, so pink," he breathed out in one go that Mingyu almost missed the whole sentence if not for his enhanced hearing. 

Amused, Mingyu held back a laugh, but Wonwoo heard the little giggle that slipped through his lips, and his cheeks turned crimson in a matter of seconds.

What a way to embarrass yourself in front of your superior, Wonwoo...

"Why? You don't like it?" And there it was, that serious face again, making Wonwoo nervous and embarrassed all at once.

"It's just- umm, doesn't it look too girly?" Wonwoo mumbled under his breath, pouting as he looked down, eyelashes fluttering. 

The alpha only tilted his head, brows raised.

"Hm? Nothing wrong with it. There's no specific gender when it comes to clothes, Wonwoo-ya. And besides, that sweater suits you quite well, pink is indeed your color," Mingyu nodded, amused by the deep flush on Wonwoo's face. "Though I would choose a slightly paler tone for you, the hot pink is a bit straining for the eyes," he admitted with a chuckle, scanning the omega from head to toe with blunt interest. 

Mingyu didn't like the sweater to be honest, but it was a gift from his friend who had quite a peculiar taste in fashion and Mingyu couldn't possibly return it, fearing the tantrum that would follow had he done it. Though the color was hideous, somehow Wonwoo made it look very appealing, and not only because he seemed to be wearing nothing but the sweater. 

A sweater that reeked completely of Mingyu; his scent clinging to Wonwoo's body like a second skin, seeping into his flesh as though claiming the pretty omega as his own-

The alpha's eyes widened slightly and he quickly snapped back into reality.

Oh man, Mingyu shouldn't be even entertaining this kind of thought right now. 

Nope, that was dangerous territory.

Unaware of the alpha's internal struggle, Wonwoo, utterly embarrassed, remained standing there rooted on the spot, fingers fiddling with the hem of his sweater, shame washing over him for making a fuss about little things. 

"Want me to change it for something more manly?" Mingyu then offered kindly but the omega immediately shook his head. 

"N-no need, I'll wear it," Wonwoo hurried to say. "It's just a sweater after all," he smiled thinly, angry at himself he behaved like a little kid just because he didn't like the color. Ugh, how humiliating. "I'm sorry for overreacting, hyung," he bowed politely. 

Mingyu nodded, secretly cooing at the adorable little pout on Wonwoo's pink lips. 

"It's okay. Now, why don't you come here and take a seat, dinner is ready," he gestured to the chair and Wonwoo followed the order without batting an eyelash. 

Wonwoo's obedience made Mingyu's inner alpha purr in satisfaction. His eyes never left the omega, watching his every move like a hawk even after Wonwoo sat down, eyelashes fluttering as he kept his gaze fixated on the plate.

The food looked delicious. Wonwoo could feel his stomach growl at the sight, he hadn't eaten since he had finished work in the hospital. He was really hungry. 

Wonwoo eyed his plate for a while, making Mingyu nervous. 

Did he burn something? The alpha wondered, gaze flickering between his plate and then the omega's just to make sure.

"I'm sorry if it comes off as rude but I'm genuinely curious- Did you cook all this?" Wonwoo asked in a soft voice, pointing at his plate with his dainty finger. 

Mingyu wanted to bite him. 

"Yes," came the answer maybe a little too fast than Mingyu intended to. "I mean, kind of," he scratched the back of his neck, blushing. "I'm always so busy with work I don't have time to cook properly for myself and, um, also I'm kind of a disaster in the kitchen so I mostly heat the meals mom sends me from home," he admitted shyly, melting at the omega's warm smile.

"Well, at least you know how to use a microwave. Most alphas don't even know what a microwave looks like, no offense," Wonwoo giggled lightly with flushed cheeks when Mingyu nodded with a smile. 

"None taken."

Shy from the attention he received from the alpha, Wonwoo lowered his gaze, tasting a spoon of the food he scooped up. He closed his eyes for a moment, chewing slowly. 

For a moment, Mingyu almost forgot how to breathe. He waited patiently for any kind of reaction, nervous whether it was going to be a good one or not.

"It's delicious," Wonwoo hummed in appreciation, gracing the alpha with a pretty smile that would make many fall to their knees. 

Relieved, Mingyu didn't waste any second and dug into his food as well, trying to suppress a grin. 

Nothing could describe how flattered Mingyu felt at this moment, his heart thumping fast in his chest. Feeling a great sense of pride from the omega's compliment. 

Seeing Wonwoo gobble up the food in his mouth like a little child made his alpha swoon with adoration. 

Mingyu couldn't help but stare like a fool in love at the funny way the omega's cheeks bulged as he ate everything with gusto. 

With a round face like this, Wonwoo resembled a hamster that Mingyu couldn't help but chuckle to himself a few times because of the cuteness. 

Wonwoo was an adult but why did he look like an adorable little baby? That was something even science couldn't explain, Mingyu thought as he yet again shot hearts from his eyes at the oblivious cutie chewing on his food.

"Phew. I'm so full," Wonwoo exhaled a rough sigh once he finished eating, putting the utensils on the emptied plate. "Thank you for the food. It was delicious. Your mom is a great cook." With a pat on his tummy, Wonwoo smiled shyly at the alpha sitting across from him. 

Mingyu hummed in agreement, finishing up his portion as well until nothing was left on the plate. 

"I'll make sure to tell her when I visit home. She'll be delighted to hear praise from someone as talented and beautiful as you." Mingyu sent a wink to Wonwoo who wasn't fast enough to lower his head, thus honoring the alpha with his full cheeks painted a faint pink. 

It was very endearing.

"Surely your cooking must be on par with hers. I've heard your lunchboxes are very popular among the staff these days, even the cafeteria ladies seem to be in love with your culinary skills," Mingyu continued, chin propped on his palm as he stared fondly at the squirming omega whose face grew redder the longer he was the center of the alpha's attention. "But I guess it's only natural, seeing how you spend a lot of time around Hong Jisoo-ssi's husband... Lee Seokmin-ssi, right?"

Wonwoo, not able to raise his eyes to the level with the older man, only nodded meekly. "Mhm, yes. How'd you know?" He couldn't help but ask in turn.

Leaning back in his chair, Mingyu only gave Wonwoo a curt smile. "I've heard it from Jisoo-ssi himself. I had to ask him personally because of some rumors floating around the hospital that you-" He stopped abruptly as realization hit him, afraid of his big mouth spilling something that might potentially hurt the omega. 

But seeing how Wonwoo didn't even flinch when Mingyu nearly blurted out something bad must've meant tha the younger man was aware of the nasty rumors regarding his person.

A giggle was what surprised him. 

"Ah, you mean the one about me trying to steal Jisoo hyung's alpha husband?" The tone of Wonwoo's voice was light as if amused by the absurdity of it all. 

Wonwoo continued after Mingyu nodded in confirmation. "It's just what it is- a rumor, among many others. The betas from the nursery have always been too eager to spread any gossip rather than do their job catering to the babies." 

A frown appeared on Wonwoo's face and Mingyu had to hold himself back from reaching out and wiping the expression off the pretty face. Preferably with his lips.

"It's not the first and definitely not the last time they created baseless rumors just to entertain themselves," Wonwoo wrinkled his nose, his pheromones spiking up with irritation. 

Mingyu caught on to it fast, his alpha attentive to the swift change of emotions within the omega. 

"I don't care about others talking badly behind my back unless it's about my friends. Jisoo hyung doesn't care either but since he's in a rather delicate condition right now, I was a little afraid of what would that gossip do to his mood-" Wonwoo trailed off, blush darkening in color when he caught himself rambling about irrelevant things. 

Glancing up after a while of clear avoidance, Wonwoo met the chocolate brown of Mingyu's eyes. 

But that wasn't what made him shrink back into his seat. 

It was the visible frown on Mingyu's handsome face.

"Hyung-?" 

"How's Jisoo-ssi's condition delicate?" The alpha asked, concern lacing the tone of his voice. "Is he sick?" 

Gosh, Mingyu had never noticed before. The omega pediatrician had been always on the fragile side but never appeared sick. On the contrary, lately his senior had gotten, dare he say, more beautiful and radiant, to the point that Mingyu sometimes felt he would get blinded by the bright aura oozing off him. 

Something in the omega's pheromones shifted too; despite the scent blockers the employees were prescribed to use, Mingyu caught a soft scent mingling with Jisoo's own more than once when he stopped by his office to have a brief chat. 

Jisoo had also been acting quite strange these days but never actually showed symptoms of an illness, Mingyu would've noticed otherwise. So what was it then-?

The alpha's frown deepened as he drowned in the sea of thoughts swirling inside his head.

Sitting opposite him, Wonwoo relaxed a bit and chuckled softly, amused by the way Mingyu's face contorted while thinking. He found it cute.

"Is it some type of terminal illness-?" 

Mingyu's soft murmur reached Wonwoo's ears, causing his eyes to widen. 

The omega waved his hand as if to swat away the dark thoughts clouding the alpha's mind.

"Oh, goodness gracious, no! He's not sick that way!" Wonwoo hurriedly corrected himself, lips forming into a smile that eventually grew wide, confusing Mingyu even more. "Jisoo hyung is pregnant."

Huh?

Mingyu's brows shot up to his hairline. "He's what?"

"Pregnant, hyung. He's growing a little pea inside his belly," Wonwoo explained while gesturing wildly to emphasize his words. "You didn't notice?" 

Given how observant the alpha usually was, Wonwoo thought the man would've surely noticed the changes his fellow colleague had been undergoing these past weeks. 

Embarrassed, Mingyu could only shake his head, still trying to wrap his head around the bomb of information he had dropped on him. 

"Not really," he admitted, chuckling to himself as the realization hit him like a bolt from the clear sky. "But that explains Jisoo-ssi's weird eating habits these days and the quick-changing moods," he mumbled while Wonwoo nodded affirmatively, still holding that pretty smile on his face. 

Yeah, no wonder the older omega had driven Mingyu crazy more times than usual during breaks they got to spend together. The pregnancy was messing with his hormones. It was a roller coaster of feelings. 

But Mingyu was too ignorant to even notice, of course. His alpha had been so preoccupied with his patients and a certain nurse (*cough* Jeon Wonwoo *cough*) that he passed the slightly bulging stomach of his colleague as a result of the omega's husband's cooking. When in fact, he'd been carrying a pup inside him all along. 

Oh, Mingyu felt like a fool now.

"I'm so stupid," he sighed, a little ashamed. Despite the enhanced senses alphas possessed, he couldn't even tell that his friend was pregnant at all.

Warmth spread all over Mingyu's body as Wonwoo's smaller hand reached out and covered the alpha's own in a gentle squeeze. Those deep, feline-shaped eyes locked on his, and Mingyu as if hypnotized, couldn't seem to avert his gaze anywhere else, completely lost in those mesmerizing orbs.

"No, you're not. Jisoo hyung's pregnancy would've gone past many because of how naturally skinny his body is and the oversized clothes he always wears help him cover his belly. Half of the staff is not aware of his situation either so don't feel ashamed. I've only noticed because as a fellow omega, I'm sensitive to others' scents and I'm also very close to Jisoo hyung so I was able to find out pretty quickly," Wonwoo explained calmly, his voice low yet soft, like a lullaby. "It's nothing serious to dwell over, really. I would be concerned if you were an obstetrician and let it get past your eyes though, that would be just so embarrassing," he joked lightly, successfully managing to ease the tension in the alpha's stiff shoulders.

Mingyu barked out a laugh. "Goodness no, I would lock myself in my office and never get out. Oh, the shame." He shuddered, his laugh ceasing to mere giggles. 

Wonwoo's own followed suit. "See? It's nothing to be worried about. Jisoo hyung would tell you the good news sooner or later, anyway. It's just that my big mouth had to spoil the surprise, sorry about that. I got too excited," Wonwoo's voice softened into a low whisper, shame taking over his face.

Mingyu melted at the sight of Wonwoo's full cheeks heating up in embarrassment and the little pout on his pink lips. 

"Don't worry. I'll put on my best surprised Pikachu face when he tells me," Mingyu said, and perhaps subconsciously, brought his hand down to rest on the smaller, softer one, comforting the omega in return. 

It had quite the opposite effect though; Wonwoo's pretty eyes widened in shock, and the heat quickly spread down to his neck, almost matching the color of the borrowed sweater. 

Mingyu couldn't see it properly but he was sure even the omega's ears hidden by the thick flock of hair were shining bright red too. 

The warmth soon disappeared as Wonwoo retracted his hand from where it was sandwiched between the alpha's large ones as if he'd caught fire. 

Mingyu suppressed a giggle but his cheeks were equally as red as Wonwoo's.

Silence followed.

Flustered, Wonwoo looked anywhere but Mingyu, his trembling fingers playing with the loose thread on his sweater's sleeve. He wished the blush would go down, but he knew it was impossible, especially after the attitude his usually stoic superior had shown to him.

Since when was Kim Mingyu so affectionate? Wonwoo wondered as his woozy mind replayed the earlier event like a broken record. 

This wasn't good. God help him stop his racing heart from leaping out of his chest. 

Wonwoo recited a prayer in his head and then glanced at the clock on the wall behind Mingyu's broad frame.

"Uh, um, it's getting very late. I'll do the dishes, it's the least I can do since you fed me such a good meal and let me stay the night. Y-you should take a shower in the meantime so you don't catch a cold too, h-hyung," Wonwoo squeaked out as he stood up abruptly, reaching for the plates and quickly stacking them in a pile. 

Wonwoo's behavior left Mingyu lost for words and he watched, bewildered, the smaller man hastily gathering all the plates and utensils into his hands covered by the long sleeves of the sweater. 

Mingyu quirked an eyebrow at the retreating figure, sparks of amusement dancing in his chocolate browns.

After a moment, he stood up too.

"A guest telling the host what to do in their own house? You sure are bossy, huh? Just like a wife, haha. I like that." A chuckle slipped out of Mingyu's lips before he broke into a hearty laugh, caused by none other than Wonwoo's priceless reaction. 

Wonwoo's face burned hotter than lava now. The usually cold and composed alpha acting funny like that was surely unexpected and Wonwoo was thrown off guard, not knowing how to react other than blush like he'd just run a marathon. 

No one prepared him for this genre of Kim Mingyu at all. Just where did this funny, flirty man come from? Oh gosh, someone save him, please.

Heart pounding, Wonwoo turned his face in the other direction, too embarrassed to look at Mingyu, and hastily made his way into the kitchen. His voice was barely above a whisper when he asked the alpha to go take a warm shower once again, just so he could wash the dishes in peace. He might actually die if Mingyu kept on throwing any more flirty comments toward him.

"Okay, pretty wifey," the alpha grinned widely behind Wonwoo's back. "I'm gonna make it quick so you don't have to wait for too long!" Mingyu, braver than ever, reached out and gently ruffled the fluffy, dark hair of the little omega who tensed up almost immediately.

Wonwoo faltered in his steps, his hands holding the dishes trembling slightly. By the time he fully processed Mingyu's words, the older alpha was gone like a shot, leaving Wonwoo in the spacious kitchen alone and with nothing to hold back his embarrassment.

As soon as the dirty dishes got dumped in the sink and the warm water started to flow onto them, the omega's hands flew up to his face and cupped his heated cheeks, lips trembling as he cursed under his breath.

Did the perfect and composed doctor Kim call him a 'pretty wifey' just now?

What kind of alternative universe did Wonwoo get himself into? And how could he get out of this without fainting like a dame? Because honestly, Wonwoo wasn't your strong soldier when it came to a certain alpha being so flirty with him. 

Kim Mingyu in private was very different from Kim Mingyu at work. 

Man, who knew? Wonwoo himself was still in disbelief from what had just happened.

He felt like dying. All thanks to one silly comment from his crush.

"Oh damn, please calm down," Wonwoo let out a tiny cry as he massaged his heart, which was thumping loudly in his chest. 

He was so doomed.

A few softly murmured prayers left Wonwoo's lips before he finally got to work on cleaning the dishes, distracting himself from thinking about earlier events as well as preventing him from falling deeper into the deluded, fantasy-filled world his omega liked to indulge in. 

Wonwoo focused on doing the task, choosing to ignore the slight discomfort slowly taking over his heated body.

Mingyu came back a while later, all fresh from the warm shower, and dressed in his favorite pair of cotton pajamas that made him feel so nice and fuzzy inside. He noticed Wonwoo doing the simplest of tasks very seriously as if determined to scrub the plates clean until they were as good as new. 

Something must've been bothering his mind, the alpha concluded as he easily snuck up on the unsuspecting man from behind. Heat radiated off of Wonwoo in waves. That might be an early symptom of an upcoming cold, Mingyu thought at first but- the sudden shift in the omega's pheromones didn't quite add up to the theory. Certainly not when an unbelievably sweet, thick scent caressed his alpha's senses the more he leaned in, almost tasting the mix of juicy fruits on his tongue. 

Mingyu closed his eyes, sniffing the air lightly because he couldn't help it. His alpha was drawn to the scent like a moth to a flame. 

God, the exquisite aroma made Mingyu salivate. It took a lot of willpower to not lose control and bury his nose into Wonwoo's neck who seemed to notice another presence in the room once he felt a warm breath fan over the back of his neck. 

Wonwoo flinched, the plate in his gloved hands almost slipping if a larger one didn't come to the rescue and take it from him. 

Wide-eyed, Wonwoo looked over his shoulder to risk a glance at the older man who gave him a look that scared him. 

The color of Mingyu's eyes had turned a shade darker, the intensity in his once warm browns making the poor omega speechless due to the sudden fright. It was a first, encountering the doctor with such an expression, directed towards him- very similar to the one Wonwoo sometimes received from other alphas when he was out with friends. 

The look of hunger.

The plate dropped on the counter with a clank as Wonwoo gulped down his saliva, Mingyu's eagle beads following the bob of the omega's Adam's apple with such intensity it made his body heat up even more. Mingyu was so close now that Wonwoo could smell the aroma wafting off the man, warm and musky it made his omega dizzy.

"Hyung? What- what's wrong?" Wonwoo squeaked out, cheeks flushed red as Mingyu sniffed the air around him, his sharp nose twitching adorably. 

The alpha seemed to be in deep thought, completely ignoring the flow of questions pouring from Wonwoo's trembling lips.

"Your scent," Mingyu mumbled, hand coming up to brush the flock of hair aside, exposing the omega's flushed nape, pearls of sweat covering the reddish skin. "It's gotten heavier, sweeter." 

The frown on the handsome face deepened as Mingyu leaned in even more until his nose brushed against Wonwoo's nape, rubbing circles into the skin like a curious puppy. 

Wonwoo froze, not used to the foreign body heat of alpha in his prime so close to him. 

Was Doctor Kim scenting him? The mere thought nearly made Wonwoo's knees give out. He gripped the marble counter tight to keep himself steady, his lips pressed in a thin line just to hold back the purr his omega yearned to let out. The alpha behind him kept on rubbing his nose into the back of Wonwoo's neck, muttering words that fell deaf on the omega's ears. 

Wonwoo didn't know what to do. The most obvious thing would be to push the man away but his body refused to cooperate; his inner omega was reluctant to even move from the alpha, enjoying the curious touches on his neck a little more than he should. 

Wonwoo felt the tickling sensation surge through his entire spine, sparks of arousal igniting deep in his gut. His omega loved the intimate act of the older alpha but the moment of enjoyment ended as soon as it started, the warmth of Mingyu's breath gone once the man came back to his senses with a snap, eyes blown wide. 

Mingyu took a few staggering steps back, horrified at his inappropriate actions towards one of his nurses. He mentally scolded himself and his alpha too, for succumbing to his primitive side, albeit for a moment, and harassing the poor man. 

But the scent coming from Wonwoo's body... was just too irresistible. 

Mingyu assumed that was Wonwoo's natural aroma when it wasn't muted by the blockers and neutral perfumes. And God, did Wonwoo smell good- the mix of pomegranate and wild berries Mingyu could almost taste on his tongue... Something very exquisite that no omega seemed to possess. 

A very special scent, just like Wonwoo himself.

"I, ah, I'm so sorry. That was very inappropriate of me," Mingyu apologized hurriedly, gnawing on his lower lip, avoiding direct eye contact with Wonwoo whose shoulders couldn't stop trembling.

The movement didn't slip past Mingyu's keen eyes though, and the guilt he felt only got worse. Gosh, he probably scared the wits out of his guest, and only because he couldn't help himself and let his inner alpha take over him. So embarrassing.

"I honestly don't know what's gotten into me. It's just- your scent has shifted a little and you're burning hot. It's a hunch but I think you might be sporting a fever," the frown on Mingyu's face was back as he gazed down on Wonwoo whose cheeks remained the color of a boiled crab. "I don't want to sound patronizing, Wonwoo but it's better if you go to bed and sleep it off, the sooner the better." He spared a glance at the clean plates neatly stacked in a pile and swallowed back a proud hum. Instead, he gently patted the omega's shoulder. "You can leave the dishes here. Now, let's get you to your room to rest, hm?"

Mingyu didn't know how but somehow he managed a smile as Wonwoo nodded, his fluffy hair bouncing cutely.

"I do feel a little dizzy," Wonwoo admitted, quickly checking his temperature after he took off the gloves, just to make sure. Wonwoo's face was indeed flushed hot, probably from both embarrassment and an upcoming fever, so to avoid the alpha's anger, he left the pile of clean dishes on the counter and followed him to the guest room. 

He kept his gaze lowered the whole time, trudging behind the man in silence. 

Mingyu didn't seem to mind, heading toward the door at the end of the hall without uttering a single word, too preoccupied with his own thoughts. 

Wonwoo only looked up when he bumped into the sturdy back due to the alpha halting his steps abruptly.

He heard a few muttered whispers before Mingyu turned around so fast it made Wonwoo stagger back due to the surprise. The alpha's face was too close to his. Wonwoo felt his entire body flush, sweat rolling down his spine. He waited patiently for the other man to explain.

But Mingyu only spared him a single glance, his expression bright as though he just remembered something, and then with a hushed, "Be right back," sprinted past him, and toward what Wonwoo presumed was the master's bedroom.

Wonwoo had barely a moment to ponder what got the alpha so agitated and in a hurry, before Mingyu emerged from the door at the end of the hall, right behind Wonwoo, and speed-walked in his direction.

When Mingyu got to him, he held up a pair of black shorts- too small for an alpha of Mingyu's size, actually- to Wonwoo's face. 

The omega eyed the soft-looking garment, then shifted his gaze back up to the alpha, a little confused. 

"I figured you might be uncomfortable sleeping in just a sweater," Mingyu's ears were tinted the slightest shade of red as he looked down at Wonwoo, his eyes not going past the hem of his sweater. "I remembered I have an unused pair of shorts from last week's laundry. They were new but somehow I managed to shrink the size so I can no longer wear them. But they might fit you just fine." Mingyu handed him a pair of soft, cotton shorts with such a warm smile that made Wonwoo's knees buckle helplessly under him.

"Ah, t-thank you, hyung," Wonwoo returned a smile of his own, though it was a bit awkward, and received the clothes with shaky hands. Mingyu didn't seem to notice as he only nodded, his gaze soft.

"If you need anything, whatever it is, don't hesitate to come to me. I'm just a few doors away."

Wonwoo's eyelashes fluttered as he blinked up at the alpha, and gave him a timid nod. "I will, hyung. Thank you."

"Good night, Wonwoo." Mingyu was wearing that pretty smile on his lips that warmed up Wonwoo's heart and made it beat loudly in his chest when Mingyu reached out to ruffle his hair. "Sweet dreams."

And then he turned around, already on his way to the master's bedroom, followed by a soft, barely audible whisper.

"N-night, hyung." 

Flushed down to his neck, Wonwoo clung to the garment in his hands and then pulled on the doorknob with the other. He entered the guest room, quickly closing the door behind him as if he were haunted by a bad ghost. His heart thrummed wildly in his chest.

*****

Mingyu sat in his big, comfortable bed, surrounded by the soft light coming from the lamp on the nightstand, a tablet in his hands, and glasses propped on his nose. He tried to read the book he'd been procrastinating on for weeks but the words seemed to repeat themselves in a continuous cycle like a broken record as his train of thoughts took on a different course every five minutes. 

He couldn't stop thinking about the person a few rooms away from him.

Mingyu looked over to the tall, double window, frowning slightly. 

The rain had gotten worse, accompanied by the strike of lightning flashing across the night sky from time to time. 

Recalling the stormy weather scared the pretty omega, Mingyu wondered how was Wonwoo doing right now- if he was able to sleep calmly, if he was alright. The omega was nearly burning hot, his pheromones heavy and all over the place. Mingyu's alpha had been restless ever since he was able to perceive the incredible smell wafting off of Wonwoo's trembling body, irritating his mind like an itch he couldn't scratch. 

Should he go and check on him, just in case?

Mingyu chewed on his lower lip as he contemplated whether to listen to his instincts or not. 

The sudden, nasty crack of thunder startled him, the reading device slipping from his grasp. The lamp providing light flickered. 

Frowning, Mingyu slid his reading glasses down and rubbed the bridge of his nose, eyes shutting close. 

It was very late. Maybe he should stop trying to finish the chapter (he barely paid attention to it anyway) and go to sleep. He should probably also check how was Wonwoo doing, to ease his restless alpha...

Sighing, Mingyu put the tablet back on the nightstand when an overwhelming, sweet scent hit his nose.

Alarmed, he whipped his head over to the source where it was coming from.

The sight nearly made him growl low in his throat.

Wonwoo stood in the doorway, looking extra small in that ridiculous, hot pink sweater, fiddling with his fingers covered by the long sleeves like a shy child. He seemed a bit agitated, rocking on his feet back and forth, teeth tugging at his bottom lip nervously. His eyes didn't know where to shift their focus. They kept darting from one side to the other.

"Min- Mingyu hyung..." Even his voice had gotten smaller, barely above a whisper.

"Hm?"

Due to his enhanced senses, Mingyu was able to notice the flicker of crystal blue in those black orbs when he made eye contact with Wonwoo.

That brief interaction between them did something to the omega. His legs pressed together and the shiver in his body got worse.

"Alpha." A breathless moan escaped Wonwoo's lips as he gazed up at Mingyu, eyes glassy and cheeks flushed.

Even from the distance, Mingyu could tell Wonwoo was shivering, on the verge of crying and sweating profusely. 

When Mingyu beckoned Wonwoo to come closer and the omega obeyed without blinking twice, Mingyu's primal instincts kicked in shockingly fast, suddenly overcome with a desire to take care of the man in every possible way.

"What's wrong, Wonwoo-ya?" Mingyu asked, voice low and soft. His eyes were focused on Wonwoo who only squirmed, then flinched as another thunderous sound ripped through the sky.

"I-I don't feel good. I tried to sleep but, it's so- so hot and... and the noise from outside scares me."

A closer look at Wonwoo's flushed face and dazed eyes convinced Mingyu of his suspicions. 

Daring, Mingyu scooted over and reached out, placing his hand on Wonwoo's cheek.

He was burning hot even worse now. Like he'd just been thrown into a pit of lava.

The soft caress made Wonwoo moan, his eyes closing shut in delight. A droplet of sweat rolled down the length of his stretched neck to his exposed clavicles. The scent surrounding him thickened, oozing off of him in sweet, fruity waves.

Mingyu's Adam's apple bobbed up and down as he gulped, realization dawning upon him. 

Oh no.

The symptoms Wonwoo was showing before weren't actually fever but heat. 

Mingyu had an omega in heat inside his apartment. In his bedroom. Willing and submissive-

No, no, he shook his head. Don't think about it, it's wrong, he reminded himself because even though they weren't at work right now, Wonwoo was still his co-worker, a nurse on his team, twelve years his junior. Mingyu shouldn't even entertain the idea of touching him in the first place. 

Gosh, he wasn't even courting him. They barely knew each other outside of work.

It was wrong.

But the nagging feeling inside him ignored all the warnings, his alpha driven by pure instinct, reacting to an omega in heat, in need of his care and protection.

"Won-"

"Mingyu hyung," Wonwoo called out sweetly, his voice a breathless whisper as he was slowly overwhelmed by the sheer proximity with another, unmated alpha. He was quickly falling in and out of consciousness, the flickering of blue in his round marbles more prominent and lasting than the usual warm color as he sank deeper into headspace.

Wonwoo's legs trembled, his fingers twisting the hem of the sweater, crumpling the fabric like a piece of paper. His eyes glazed over with unshed tears.

"Alpha," a whine left those reddened, sweet lips. "I feel so hot. Please," Wonwoo begged, inching forward just a tiny bit. "Please help me, make it stop."

Entranced, Mingyu stared at the shallow intake of breath Wonwoo took and swallowed hard at the mere glance of clear liquid running down the inner sides of the omega's thighs.

The raw scent hit Mingyu's sense of smell harder as the slick came gushing out, thanks to the sensitive nature of heat and the presence of an alpha.

Mingyu should pull away, take Wonwoo back to the guest room, and look for suppressants but as though under a spell, he sat frozen still in his bed, and with his hand placed on the omega's cheek, feeling the skin grow hotter with each passing second.

He was itching to get closer, his alpha whining and urging him to take a step forward, to pull the omega to his chest, into his arms, and take care of his needs.

It was instinct but one Mingyu couldn't give into.

It was wrong.

His alpha begged him to take charge, fought him fiercely to surrender, to let him take control but Mingyu didn't budge, stubborn as a bull.

Until an unexpected movement from the omega turned things around.

A surprised squeak escaped Mingyu's lips as Wonwoo swung a leg over his thighs, settling down to straddle him, and wrapped his arms around the alpha's neck. He clung to him as if afraid to lose the closeness he created with the tight embrace.

"Wonwoo," Mingyu tried again, his voice nearly failing him as the omega's raw scent intensified. "You're not in the right state of mind. The heat is getting worse. You need to rest," he mumbled shakily, trying to pry Wonwoo's arms from his neck. "I will put you back to bed, alright? You should also take suppressants to cool down. Do you have them with you?" He asked, staring down at the omega who only shook his head, cheeks stained with fresh tears.

"My heat is- was- due next month, so I left them at home," Wonwoo said through breathy moans he let out into the crook of Mingyu's neck. "I'm sorry, alpha," he sniffled weakly, tears spilling from his eyes, wetting the soft cotton of the alpha's shirt.

"Fuck," Mingyu cursed softly under his breath, his mind getting foggy the longer Wonwoo rubbed himself against him. 

Well, that was just great.

The damp spot on his pristine white sheets only grew bigger. Wonwoo was leaking so badly, his lower half drenched in his own pool of slick as he moved around, trying to get friction. He kept pushing himself on Mingyu, hot and heavy, and so sickeningly sweet.

A half-naked omega in heat wasn't something Mingyu thought he would have to deal with on a Friday night.

His alpha wasn't complaining though- having a meal practically served on a silver platter before him- but Mingyu's rational side kept on resisting.

What made it even worse, was that the omega in question was coincidentally the one he'd caught feelings for, too.

Mingyu couldn't decide whether it was a curse or a blessing. Either way, it wasn't looking good for his mental well-being.

Wonwoo shifted a certain way, a moan slipping past his glossy lips. "Mingyu hyung... Hyung... please, help me-" he begged, sad and pathetic as he worked his hips in a circle over the alpha's groin.

Mingyu felt all the indecent thoughts flood his mind, one dirtier than the other as the scent from Wonwoo's heat-induced body clung onto him, on his sheets, everywhere. 

It was no surprise that something else soon took an interest in the way the omega moved frantically atop him.

The slickness caught on the protruding tent in Mingyu's pajama bottoms, producing a low, feral growl from the alpha which didn't go unnoticed by both parties. 

While Mingyu went beet red in the face, ashamed of his traitorous body, Wonwoo's eyes only grew brighter, the crystal blue glowing almost unnaturally in the dim light.

The omega took Mingyu's reaction as a sign to continue his ministrations- rubbing himself all over the older alpha, coating him in the sweet essence as if marking his territory. He acted purely out of instinct, given how far he'd sunk into headspace, and Mingyu just sat there frozen, unable to pull away or do anything to get the heated omega off his lap because his alpha kept on fighting him for dominance.

"Wonwoo. Let's- let's get you to bed, okay? You're still burning hot. I will try to cool down your body temperature and- and try to look for something you can relieve yourself with, alright?" Mingyu's voice was shaky, nearly raising in pitch as panic took over him. 

But Wonwoo only shook his head, burying his face deep in the alpha's neck, his sensitive nose brushing over the scent gland, inhaling the rich, addictive aroma that made him dizzy and open with need.

"N-no, wan' you, Mingyu hyung, only you... Please," Wonwoo slurred, repeating the words again, luring the primal side of the man out in the sweetest voice.

Another gush of slick released from the omega's pulsing opening and Mingyu could feel his barely kept self-control slipping.

His arms that lay limp on his sides until now raised and wrapped around Wonwoo's small frame, drawing him closer.

This was bad. So, so bad.

"Wonwoo, you're an unmated omega in heat," Mingyu licked his dry lips, drawing the omega's attention to his wet tongue. 

The air around them sweetened as Wonwoo released another wave of pheromones to make the alpha give in.

Mingyu's bedroom smelled like a fruity forest because of that.

It was unbearable. Mingyu didn't think he could resist for much longer.

"Wonwoo," he tried again, this time putting more force on the tone in his voice. "My alpha is going crazy around you. I-I don't know if I can control myself enough not to hurt you," Mingyu's hold on Wonwoo's shoulders trembled.

The silky hair tickled Mingyu as Wonwoo vehemently shook his head, and pressed his chest against the alpha's, muttering words into the bare skin on his neck.

"My omega trusts you and so do I. Please, I know alpha won't hurt us, please, please-" Wonwoo begged prettily, rubbing his bottom against the alpha's blanket-covered crotch, and smearing his juices all over him.

At this rate, Mingyu might die before even reaching forty.

"That's- not... I can't-" Mingyu found it hard to compose a coherent sentence other than a pathetic stutter, his tongue feeling heavy like lead in his mouth. The pheromones were messing with his head. 

Mingyu closed his eyes and took a deep breath. His alpha roared within him, demanding to come out as the delicious, fruity scent entered his nose. But Mingyu didn't sway. Not yet.

"Listen, Wonwoo-ya," he called, his voice on the verge of breaking, "The heat makes you vulnerable. I won't play the asshole who takes advantage of you, that's not right," Mingyu gulped as sweat pooled down his temple, his fingers digging deeper into the soft fabric of Wonwoo's sweater. "I better call the pharmacy and get you the suppressants," he gave the alarm on his nightstand a fleeting glance, "They should be still open-"

Suddenly, a warm pair of hands cupped Mingyu's cheeks and soon he was face to face with Wonwoo, whose eyes flickered from crystal blue to the soft chocolate Mingyu had grown to love. 

Wonwoo looked at him intently, elegantly-shaped brows furrowed in a frown and plump, reddish lips pursed.

"No. I don't want those damned suppressants. I only want you, Mingyu hyung. Always have," the omega confessed suddenly, rendering Mingyu speechless. "I want it to be you because I like you."

"W-what?" The alpha stuttered in disbelief, more to himself but Wonwoo's gaze remained firmly fixated on Mingyu as if determined to get his point across.

"I said I like you, stupid alpha." Wonwoo's eyes were glowing blue this time, having his omega side take full control now. "I wouldn't have asked for your help otherwise."

Mingyu had no doubt Wonwoo was speaking the truth; alphas and omegas alike tended to be more honest with their feelings than their human counterparts, after all. Mingyu just didn't expect he would get confessed to in such a, um, peculiar situation.

He thought he might actually pass out. Maybe he already had and this was all just a dream- a figment of his imagination.

Except the weight on top of him felt all too real, just like the warmth radiating from those thin hands gently caressing his face.

"I-I like you too," Mingyu blurted out, eyes widening upon realization. He shook his head, red behind the ears. "But I still think it's wrong for me to help you get through your heat without proper consultation beforehand-"

Gosh, Mingyu was babbling nonsense at this point, fishing for any reasonable excuse to get out of this situation. 

If he was being honest with himself though, he'd more than love to help Wonwoo pass his heat but considering their work relationship and the fact they were practically strangers, it didn't feel like the right thing to do. 

Mingyu was raised in an old-fashioned way; courting the partner came first and the other parts came after that.

And while Mingyu used to have partners for one night, he couldn't treat Wonwoo as such. Because of, well- feelings.

"It's not wrong if we both want it," Wonwoo said calmly, despite his whole frame shaking with need and dripping slick all over. "Do you want it too?"

Mingyu did. So fucking much it hurt.

"Yes, but-" Mingyu was silenced by warm lips pressing on his. It was merely a peck, but it made Mingyu's head spin like crazy, anyway. His heart fluttered.

"That's more than enough." Wonwoo smiled before leaning in for another kiss. He pressed one to Mingyu's cheek, another to his lips, and lastly, one to his jaw. His kisses were soft and feathery but every single one tugged at the invincible leash around Mingyu's inner alpha, pushing him forward until he was on the brink of coming out.

And then Wonwoo kissed his way down Mingyu's throat, and his hot breath hit the prickly skin on Mingyu's neck. Wonwoo tasted sweat on his tongue as he licked it off before he bared his teeth, grazing ever so slightly over the alpha's scent gland, nibbling at the tender flesh.

The leash keeping Mingyu's beast at bay finally snapped, his alpha coming to the surface.

Wonwoo gasped as the heavy, musky scent of an aroused alpha surrounded him like a blanket. A spark of electricity tingled down the length of his arched spine as the scent mixed with his own.

"Please, oh, please," Wonwoo whined, clinging to Mingyu as though his life depended on it. "Need you... need you so bad, please, alpha." His hands gripped Mingyu's broad shoulders tight to keep some leverage as he worked his hips faster, releasing the sweet essence all over them.

A growl ripped from Mingyu's throat- deep and low. Without thinking, he ducked his head and attacked the closest place in his field of vision which happened to be the dip between Wonwoo's exposed clavicles.

Mingyu's nose twitched, and his eyes closed shut, reveling in the delicious smell of the omega. 

Strong and sweet.

It was intoxicating. But not enough. Mingyu needed more. Everything Wonwoo could give him- whatever it was- he would take it. 

Well, so much for handling critical situations with a cool head, huh?

Swiftly, Mingyu pulled the damp sheets off, revealing the embarrassing mound tenting his pajama bottoms. For a brief moment, shame colored Mingyu's face bright red but Wonwoo was too busy to notice; the center of his focus shifted elsewhere. 

Mingyu's eyes followed Wonwoo's gaze, down to his hard cock, eager to escape the cotton prison suffocating it. A near growl threatened to push past the alpha's lips as a small hand quickly reached down and cupped the clothed erection. Mingyu's fingers curled around the impossibly thin wrist, intent on prying the naughty hand off his sensitive place but the omega whined in protest, moving wildly in the alpha's lap, pheromones whirling around, intense and so sweet.

It was dizzying. Mingyu's head spun for a moment, his hold on Wonwoo slipping. However, his hand was caught by a much smaller one and placed back where it should've been- settled neatly on the quivering hips.

Apparently, Wonwoo's omega knew what they wanted and didn't hesitate to get it. 

Though bewildered at first, Mingyu found the spurt of assertiveness in Wonwoo's behavior very appealing, whether done consciously or not. It made his alpha purr and his arousal spike up. 

Confidence looked great on Wonwoo, Mingyu thought with a smile, the attraction he felt towards the omega growing a lot more.

"M-Mingyu hyung," Wonwoo called out shakily, falling straight into the pit of shyness again as the color of his eyes changed once more, "Please... please touch me."

The hands that rested on the omega's hips moved as though commanded by the sweet voice. Goosebumps prickled on Wonwoo's skin as Mingyu slipped inside his sweater, big palms engulfing his torso, spreading warmth. They slid up and down the feverish skin, exploring everything in their path. And once those hands moved further up and squeezed his breasts, Wonwoo arched into the touch, mewling softly into Mingyu's neck, slick dripping down, coating them both.

Mingyu was slowly getting drunk as the pheromones grew stronger, enveloping his body and entering his lungs. His erection was hurting from how hard the arousal had struck him and Wonwoo rubbing himself against him didn't help in the slightest. Mingyu had to hold onto all that was left of his sanity and not push the poor omega down and drive into him without mercy.

But, it was all that was needed. And it didn't take long for Wonwoo to tell him.

Pleading eyes looked up at Mingyu, freezing him on the spot and halting his movements as Wonwoo whispered in the sweetest voice, "Take me, alpha," and then aimed straight for Mingyu's lips, locking them in a rough, bruising kiss. "Take me, make me yours," he begged, pressing his chest firmly against the alpha's, hips swaying and thighs trembling.

Desperate. Wonwoo looked so desperate, pleading so prettily, hair all messed up and pussy leaking sweet slick all over himself and Mingyu. 

Faced with such a sight, every ounce of Mingyu's self-control vanished into thin air, the chains holding the beast within the alpha finally breaking.

No. Not yet. Control yourself.

Squeezing the soft flesh of Wonwoo's breasts a little harder, Mingyu closed his eyes and sucked in a deep breath, trying to calm himself. It wasn't an easy task but he managed, surprising himself with how steady his voice sounded when he muttered against the omega's bitten lips, "Okay, sweetheart. Alpha will take care of you."

Wonwoo made a noise that resembled a kitten's purr and clumsily slid off Mingyu's lap, ignoring the sticky feeling between his legs. Driven by primal instincts, the omega turned around and crawled onto his hands and knees. His back arched in a perfect bow, showcasing the swell of his perfectly round ass glistening in the dim light surrounding them. He was presenting for the alpha, bare and vulnerable.

Usually, such an act of complete submission would probably arouse any alpha and yet it caused quite the discomfort in Mingyu's gut. 

It felt wrong to just... take the omega in a position so humiliating. Wonwoo wasn't a cheap whore, a loose hole for anyone to fill- No. He was to be cherished and pleasured; twice as much now that he was in heat. 

As Wonwoo's body and senses grew more sensitive, he needed to be taken care of properly and Mingyu definitely wasn't one of those jerks focused only on getting their dick wet and taking advantage of an omega's vulnerability during their heat. 

If he was going to help the man, he was going to do it right.

Mingyu put his large hand on the small of Wonwoo's back, drawing circles on the heated skin, and shook his head.

"No. Not like this. Turn on your back. I want to see your face when I pleasure you."

The omega's legs trembled but he nodded and obediently rolled onto his back, face heating up as he felt the alpha's intense stare on him. Instinctively, his hands came down to cover his private parts but Mingyu gently pried them off, chuckling lowly at the tiny squeak it produced from Wonwoo.

"Don't shy away from me now, or I might really bite you. Unless that's what you'd like," the alpha said playfully, tugging at the hem of the omega's sweater, and pulling it up. 

Wonwoo's only response was a pathetic whine but eventually, he managed to shake off the tension in his body and slowly lifted his sweater to reveal his belly. 

His hands holding the hem of the sweater trembled. Red behind ears, the omega lay there naked from the waist down, letting the alpha's hands and gaze wander over the exposed skin and feel him up. Slick flowed out due to the sensual stimulation on his sensitive skin and Wonwoo tried his best not to be noisy but failed quite miserably. The alpha's scent spiked up with arousal in response to that, showing how pleased he was with the omega's reaction.

"Oh, petal," a breathless sigh left Mingyu's lips, his gaze sweeping hungrily over the expanse of Wonwoo's flushed skin, lingering a tad bit longer on the soft, pulsing spot where the omega was all wet and open, "You're absolutely breathtaking."

Wonwoo's ears burned hot at the praise, slick trickling down his thighs in rivulets. 

Mingyu's eyes were transfixed on the pure liquid, his nose twitching as he sucked the exquisite smell into his lungs. It was so strong. His alpha was going crazy, the color of his eyes flickering from dark brown to honey-gold as he struggled to keep his excitement down. Mingyu was about to lose all control over his consciousness, the iron-clad defenses he'd spent years building around himself crumbling easily like a house of cards. The power the beautiful omega held over him was unlike anything Mingyu had ever experienced before.

Everything about Wonwoo was so addictive, especially his scent. So sweet and delicious.

Mingyu licked his lips, golden eyes glowing in the dim light.

"I want to taste you. Will you let me?"

"Yes, yes, anything you want alpha, anything you want," Wonwoo nodded with fervor, letting his legs fall open so easily, allowing access to his pulsing opening coated with a generous amount of slick.

Unabashed, Mingyu crouched down and then dived straight in, tongue out and lapping at the reddened swell of Wonwoo's pussy to collect the sweet nectar.

Arching his back, Wonwoo whined, high and needy, thighs trembling around Mingyu's head. They squeezed when Mingyu's tongue licked a broad stripe in between his reddened folds then back down to where the slick was gushing out in sweet rivulets.

Mingyu drank everything down like a thirsty dog. He couldn't get enough of the sweetness Wonwoo excluded.

The heels of the omega's feet dug into Mingyu's lower back but he barely registered the sharp pain in his muscles; too busy pleasuring the beautiful man the best he could.

And though Mingyu could feel visible discomfort in his groin, he deliberately ignored the painful twitching of his hard cock, straining desperately against his cotton pants and nearly piercing a hole through the fabric.

It was torture, but Mingyu only steeled his mind to make Wonwoo feel good and ease the pain his omega suffered from. 

The alpha's own release could wait.

After all, an omega's pleasure should always take priority, especially during their heat.

Slowly, Mingyu ran his tongue all over the place where the scent was the strongest and sucked the sweetness into his mouth, savoring the taste with a satisfied hum. 

Wonwoo was a panting mess above him- eyes shut close and lips parted in a pretty 'o' as he kept on releasing moans that gradually raised in pitch when the alpha's wet muscle probed at his most sensitive part and played a game of its own. 

The omega's hips pushed down against the alpha's face, needy to get him deeper, to feel him better. Sweat sparkled on Wonwoo's flushed skin like tiny diamonds and as Mingyu looked up from where he was crouching, he could see the way Wonwoo's pearly teeth bit into the long sleeves, the sound of his gasps muffled by the fabric when the alpha sucked a tad bit harder.

Wonwoo looked so devastatingly cute, sobbing into the sweater paws as he tried to swallow all those whimpers and moans threatening to leave his pink lips. Mingyu wondered how much cuter Wonwoo would get if he just-

A jolt shook Wonwoo's entire body as a thick, meaty finger found its way inside his wet cavern. Soon another joined in, dilating it enough to make room for Mingyu's tongue to enter too. 

The slide was easy due to the copious amount of slick Wonwoo's aroused body produced but it still sent shivers down Wonwoo's spine and his breath quickened, pearls of sweat glistening on his heated skin. His thighs rubbed against the sides of Mingyu's head, temporarily deafening the alpha who didn't seem to mind at all. Mingyu barely registered the noise around him being blocked out while his focus remained solely on the sweet spot he'd been eagerly searching for. 

Mingyu did those magical swirls with his tongue while his fingers dug a little deeper, stretched a little wider, causing goosebumps to rise on the omega's sensitive skin, and another gush of the sweet nectar to flow out.

"Wonie." The soft call of his name made the panting omega perk up, his body shivering at the slightly hoarse voice calling him from below. "Look at me."

Breathing heavily, Wonwoo peeked shyly from behind his sleeves and looked down, connecting his gaze with Mingyu's own. Immediately, his face turned possibly the deepest shade of red at the sight of Mingyu looking up at him from between Wonwoo's splayed legs, eyes bright and shiny, and lips quirked up in a smile. 

The alpha had a smug expression on his face- his perfect face that was completely drenched in Wonwoo's essence, oh goodness- and for a split moment, as Wonwoo's human part resurfaced, he felt like dying of shame.

"H-hyung, your- your face... It's all d-dirty, ahh-" Wonwoo let out a panicked squeak, face boiling red as he clumsily brought his hands down and tried to wipe the fluids off the alpha's face with the long sleeves of his sweater.

Mingyu let Wonwoo wipe him clean, smiling in adoration as the omega mumbled apologies with a red face. When Wonwoo withdrew his hand, Mingyu reached out and grabbed him by his wrist, pulling him back down until the omega's hand landed on his head. 

Instinctively, Wonwoo's fingers peeked out from the long sleeve and carded through the silky mane, eliciting a soft purr from the alpha. 

Wonwoo smiled shyly, adding more pressure to the touch, scratching Mingyu's scalp, the alpha's breath hot against his sensitive part.

"That feels good," Mingyu purred like a big cat, relishing in the pleasure. "Keep doing that. You can press a little harder if you need to," he encouraged with a bright glint in his eyes.

Wonwoo noticed the molten gold shining in Mingyu's eyes a tad bit late- right before the alpha ducked his head back down and his mouth closed around his clit, while his fingers lodged inside Wonwoo pushed deeper, exploring the very depth of the omega's body. 

"You taste so sweet, precious."

The alpha's full lips glistened with slick when he looked up and met Wonwoo's glassy eyes in a heated stare. 

It was so obscene, the way the liquid dripped down those swollen, reddish lips, yet Wonwoo's omega let out a satisfied purr, basking in the sight of the alpha marked with his raw scent.

Wonwoo gripped Mingyu's hair tight until his knuckles turned white, and kept tugging harsher the longer he was enveloped by the warmth of the alpha's mouth. The omega couldn't stay still, gyrating his hips against him in a desperate attempt to chase his release that was slowly reaching its peak.

Mingyu only kept on going, pleasuring the writhing omega above him the best he could, the best the little one deserved. Smiling into the sensitive, pink flesh as the soft, whiny noises from above reached his ears.

Wonwoo was on the brink of losing it, mouth agape and eyes closed shut, his hands fisting the thick flock of the alpha's hair, harsh and desperate. 

The pain hardly bothered Mingyu; the stinging sensation of his hair being pulled at was nothing when he had a needy omega pulsing right in his mouth, the sweetness of his essence bursting on his tongue, raw and delicious. Enough to get him drunk on it.

Mingyu suckled and nibbled, pushed his fingers a little further in until he couldn't reach any deeper, and played there, causing a wave of pleasure to wash over them both, but for different reasons. His erection poked painfully into the mattress, hard and unattended, beads of precum making a mess out of his favorite pajama pants. Mingyu discarded his own need for release and concentrated on the omega who was mewling helplessly above him. 

It shouldn't take much time.

A few calls of the alpha's name spilled from Wonwoo's kitten lips before the grip on Mingyu's hair tightened so hard it made him wince and pull back if only slightly.

Wonwoo shouted out loud, high and shrill- body tensing and heart beating wildly in his chest as he approached his release.

Thighs around the alpha's head squeezing tight, Wonwoo cried out, tears flowing down his rosy cheeks as he came all over Mingyu's face, covering him in his raw sweetness.

The alpha felt Wonwoo shake as he came down from his high, head thrown back showcasing the length of his bare neck, puffs of breath escaping his bitten, red lips. Mingyu's eyes zeroed in on the way the omega's Adam's apple bobbed up and down as he swallowed, causing the erection between Mingyu's legs to throb madly. Even the littlest thing would have him bursting in his pants at this point. He'd gotten sensitive enough that even a slight brush against the soft fabric sent shivers down his spine to the tips of his toes.

But just as he'd told himself numerous times before, the omega's pleasure and comfort always came first. Ensuring Wonwoo was thoroughly taken care of was Mingyu's duty as an alpha- although not planned beforehand, he couldn't half-ass things now that it had come to it. Feelings involved or not.

Mingyu looked up to see the blissed-out expression on Wonwoo's face once the omega calmed down and dared to peek at the alpha between his legs. He looked absolutely wrecked just from being licked and fingered. Mingyu supposed he did a pretty good job, given how disheveled Wonwoo had become in just mere moments but he knew from experience this was hardly enough to sate the hunger bubbling inside the omega. 

No. The heat had barely even started.  

"Was that okay? Do you feel better?" Mingyu asked, voice low and soothing but loud enough to reach the panting omega who only blinked cutely at him, face flushed bright pink, sweat rolling down the length of his neck. 

Wonwoo struggled to focus properly but eventually, he managed to break out of the hazy state and gave the alpha a shy nod before he averted his eyes and bit into his swollen lower lip. "Much better."

But Mingyu knew better than to believe those words.

The alpha wasn't stupid or blind. His nose wasn't clogged either. He was more than aware of the heavily sweet scent still rolling off of the omega in waves, the scent of arousal that lingered around them, luring Mingyu's alpha in.

The need to be taken, to be filled was written all over Wonwoo's face and body language. And though the warmth of Mingyu's mouth had left him, the alpha's fingers remained inside the omega still, lodged deep, keeping him somewhat full.

"Was it really enough?" Mingyu asked, voice soft but tone stern in a way that kept Wonwoo on his toes, ears perked up. "Enough to satisfy you, omega?"

The flush that covered Wonwoo's face darkened, his inner walls closing in on Mingyu's fingers so tight as though insistent on keeping them there.

Not enough. It would never be enough unless those fingers got replaced by something else, something way bigger and thicker.

"No..." Wonwoo finally admitted, shaking his head. "Hurts... it still hurts... P-please..." A sob broke out of Wonwoo, his eyes half-lidded and filled with unshed tears. Eventually, a few managed to escape, rolling down the round, rosy cheeks.

Oh, Wonwoo was so cute, Mingyu thought gingerly, nuzzling into the omega's soft skin, almost purring at the feeling.

"Please what? Tell me, doll," the alpha murmured sensually, looking up at the omega above him. "Tell me what you need, what you want. I'll give it to you. I'll give you everything you desire."

"Mmhm-"

A light chuckle threatened to slip out but Mingyu swallowed it down, schooling his expression into a serious one. "I need words, petal."

Embarrassment flushed the omega's cheeks bright red. His small hands, hidden in the long sleeves, flew up and covered the shame that overcame his entire face.

"W-want..." Wonwoo's voice grew so small it merely ceased into a whisper.

"Louder, little one. Say it louder," Mingyu pressed as he moved his fingers inside the tight heat, and kissed the soft flesh on the omega's belly, waiting patiently.

Above him, Wonwoo let out something akin to a whimper, his shoulders trembling. He tried to scramble his thoughts into a coherent sentence but all that left him was a meek, "wan'... ahh... wan' your c-cock, alpha. Wan' y-you... in me. Please."

Yes. That was more like it.

"Mhm. That's my good boy," Mingyu preened, nibbling into the supple flesh on the omega's lower abdomen, marveling at how soft the skin was there. Wonwoo was sensitive all over his body, it seemed, as every little nip and lick made him shudder and bite into his sweater paws, his pretty pink pussy clenching around Mingyu's fingers like a vice. 

The longer Mingyu teased him, the more of Wonwoo's omega slick flowed out, wrapping the room in a sweet-smelling blanket. The noises he let out, and the way he was so responsive to every little touch... it was absolutely beautiful. Mingyu couldn't take his eyes off of him, even as he went back down to dip his face into the folds of the omega's pussy and swept his tongue over the sensitive flesh, his gaze locked firmly on the pretty face hiding shyly beneath the bright fabric of the sweater.

"Am I- am I yours?" A whisper so soft caressed Mingyu's ears as he propped himself up, slotting himself in between Wonwoo's splayed thighs, wet and glistening with slick.

Mingyu's lips curved into a fond smile, gaze soft. "If you want to be, then yes." He leaned down and pressed a feathery kiss to Wonwoo's forehead, soft and sweet.

"Please. I've wanted this for s-so long... To be yours, alpha." Wonwoo sniffled back a sob and raised his arms to wrap them around Mingyu's thick neck, pulling him down for a hot, searing kiss.

Surprised at first, the alpha let the omega take control, allowing him to lick into his mouth and explore. The kiss was a little sloppy as though Wonwoo was in a hurry, messily moving his tongue alongside Mingyu's like a first-timer, and simultaneously pushing down on Mingyu's fingers that had been still embedded deep inside him.

There was a brief moment where Mingyu's alpha was pushed back by Wonwoo's omega, his plump lips abused by shark-sharp teeth only to be soothed by kitten licks of warm tongue and sucked clean afterward. The thrill left the older alpha aroused and aching between his legs, his erection weeping inside his pants.

Apparently, his suffering was too obvious because suddenly Wonwoo was reaching down in between their bodies and wrapping his lithe fingers around Mingyu's clothed cock. His grip was tight but not painful and the sensation as the omega kept stroking him through the fabric struck across the alpha's spine like an electric jolt.

"Alpha is hurting too, right?" Wonwoo's low, breathy voice nearly caused Mingyu an early orgasm, just from the sound of it. He shuddered against the smaller body confined underneath him. "Wonu wants to help, wants to make alpha feel good, too." 

The omega slurred his words, appearing dazed and almost delirious, but in the alpha's eyes, he was the cutest little thing ever. Mingyu had never bedded an omega this adorable, one in their heat anyway.

Against the eager agreement from his alpha, Mingyu gently pulled his fingers out of Wonwoo's pussy, leaving him to whine in protest at the loss of the only thing that kept him full. 

"No..." Wonwoo whimpered sadly as Mingyu's big hand covered his own and carefully released it from where it had been wrapped around the hard flesh.

"Shh," Mingyu consoled him in soft whispers, planting light kisses all over Wonwoo's face. "It's all about your pleasure, not mine."

"B-but I want-" Wonwoo trailed off, voice caught in his throat as he dazedly watched Mingyu lean back slightly, the veins in his hands popping up as he grasped the hem of his shirt tight. In a flash, the alpha lifted his shirt up and pulled it over his head, exposing his well-built torso to the omega's hungry eyes.

All the words left him in a daze once those hard muscles and honey-coated skin filled Wonwoo's field of vision, the dual scent of oranges and dark chocolate so potent and tickling his sense of smell he couldn't stop himself from moaning out loud and producing more slick.

"Maybe later, if you're still up for it," Mingyu promised as he hooked his fingers on the waistband of his pajama bottoms only to pull them down to his thighs and leave space for his cock to finally breathe. "Now, let me take your pain away, hm?"

Mingyu didn't get any verbal reply from Wonwoo because the omega's eyes seemed very focused on the thick, hard flesh standing tall between the alpha's legs. His own arousal ached badly, pheromones whirling around him and Mingyu, the fruity scent mixing with the bitterness of dark chocolate that oozed off of the alpha's every pore. 

Wonwoo's nose twitched and his lungs expanded as he sucked the exquisite aroma in. A long, whiny moan left his parted lips, his pussy clenching on nothing but air, a whiff of desperation sneaking into his scent.

The room reeked of Wonwoo's and Mingyu's mixed pheromones, hanging heavy in the air, messing with their heads and their arousal reaching a new high.

It had gotten too hot in there, it was hard to breathe.

"Honey," Mingyu called softly as he stroked his cock, while watching Wonwoo's chest rise and fall on heavy breaths. "I don't have condoms on me. I'll have to release outside. That okay with you?"

But Wonwoo only shook his head frantically, eyes glowing crystal blue as he shouted, "No! Inside! Want to feel you inside, want your knot, please!" He cried, voice rising in pitch.

"It's not safe-" Especially since they weren't bonded and didn't plan on having a family. Since an omega's fertility peaked during their heat, chances of conceiving a child were a lot higher during this period than at any other time.

It was risky to do it without protection. 

But Wonwoo didn't have any of it.

"I'm on pills! Please, alpha! Please let me feel you..." The sad whimper that released from the omega's lips tore at Mingyu's heartstrings. 

His alpha howled within him, clearly in agreement with the omega's pleading words, and Mingyu just- he just gave in. 

Resigned, the alpha let out a sigh, cursing himself and his inability to refuse any of Wonwoo's wishes. Well, Kim Mingyu was just a big fool in love. And whatever his little darling desired he would get.

"Spread your legs for me," Mingyu ordered, eyes glowing gold, hands gripping the omega's soft thighs, fingers digging into the rosy flesh. He didn't use his commanding tone so as to not frighten Wonwoo who was quite sensitive in his current state but perhaps it came out a bit harsher because the omega flinched, and his pretty eyes rounded in surprise. He still obeyed without any words of complaint, his omega instincts kicking in, making him do what was expected of him, unable to deny his alpha's orders.

A gush of fresh, sweet slick flowed out of Wonwoo's loose opening and Mingyu dipped his fingers down, collecting the foamy substance only to use it as a lubricant for his dry cock. The measly amount of his own pre-cum obviously wasn't enough. That, and the feeling of being covered in the beautiful omega's raw essence was highly arousing. It felt more intimate, even though they weren't bonded or in a relationship. Well, yet.

After this was over and they could both think with clear heads, Mingyu would ask Wonwoo's permission to court him, though he should've done it before sticking his cock inside him. But oh well, things don't always go according to plan, right?

Wonwoo moaned wantonly as the blunt head of Mingyu's cock nudged his rim. He wiggled his hips against him as a silent plea, legs pushing apart to an incredible angle. Mingyu was quite baffled by the omega's flexibility. But then he remembered Wonwoo's conversation with Jisoo he might've or not have overheard about him taking yoga classes and excitedly explaining how bendy his limbs had gotten.

Smiling to himself, Mingyu shook his head before his brain could supply him with filthy images centered around Wonwoo and every crazy position he could bend him into. They could try to put everything Wonwoo had learned into practice but perhaps later... The night was still young, after all. And an omega in heat wasn't going to be satisfied with just one round.

"You ready, doll?" Mingyu brushed the sweaty bangs off Wonwoo's face, tucking the hair behind his ear. The omega's rosy face was adorned with sweat and tears, glistening like shiny little pearls. He was breathtaking, a picture so perfect in Mingyu's eyes- just for him to see and no one else.

With a shy nod, Wonwoo said, breathless, "Yes, alpha. Take me."

Without waiting any longer, Mingyu lined himself up with Wonwoo's fluttering entrance and slowly pushed forward, eyes closing shut and mouth releasing a long breath once he bottomed out.

It was incredible, being inside Wonwoo- so tight and warm, and silky... 

The best feeling he'd experienced.

A full-body shudder came over Mingyu's spine, overwhelming him as pheromones burst out of Wonwoo, the sweetest cocktail Mingyu had ever tasted.

His large hands traveled up Wonwoo's quivering thighs to his waist and slipped into the sweater he hadn't yet taken off. Wonwoo's skin was burning but still felt so soft, a little slippery due to the thin sheet of sweat and Mingyu wanted to lick it all off. 

Grasping the omega's waist firm in his hold, Mingyu leaned down and suckled on Wonwoo's throat he so generously bared for him, leaving bright red marks in their wake.

Wonwoo moaned prettily and stretched his neck more to give Mingyu better access, his legs rising up and wrapping around the alpha's waist to pull him closer. His lithe fingers carded through the thick flock of Mingyu's hair, nails scratching at his scalp only to receive a soft purr in return.

The alpha loved his hair being played with, so knowing this Wonwoo kept doing exactly that, stroking and tugging at the man's hair while he was being penetrated by the biggest cock he'd ever taken. 

For a man of his size and seemingly rough exterior, Mingyu's thrusts were pretty slow, rhythmic even. The man definitely knew what he was doing, Wonwoo couldn't deny him that. He just- he just wasn't expecting this.

It felt like tender lovemaking, more than anything else; the care Wonwoo was treated with, so carefully, like a piece of glass in a large beast's palm.

Kim Mingyu, as it had turned out, was a very gentle and kind man hiding behind a cold mask. 

Every rumor floating around the hospital about the alpha's character was pretty much bullshit created by people who would rather completely misjudge him for his outer looks than to even try to know the man better than just on a superficial level.

But Wonwoo was able to see through the mask and witness the real Kim Mingyu.

And honestly, he felt relieved.

Wonwoo got to know his crush a little better, though under quite peculiar circumstances, but he couldn't be happier. Mingyu was just a gentle soul inside a beast's skin.

Well... Maybe a little too gentle.

As someone who loved to be cherished by his partner and preferred slow sex, his heat was a different matter.

Wonwoo needed to be fucked silly and knotted hard and fast which was literally the opposite of what Mingyu was doing. 

It dragged on for too long and he just wanted relief and then take a nap before he was burning with passion again.

A couple of tears rolled down Wonwoo's flushed cheeks. The soft, sniffling noise alerted Mingyu and he slowed down, his grip loosening just a tad bit.

"What's wrong, sweetheart? Does it hurt? Am I going too fast?" Question after question poured from the alpha's lips, his voice ceasing to hushed whispers as he bent down, concern seeping into the scent that enveloped the omega's shaking frame.

"S-slow..."

"Hm?" Mingyu strained his ears because the murmur was so faint.

"T-too slow..."

Sweat dripped down Mingyu's temple to his chin, droplets falling right in the junction between Wonwoo's collarbones as the alpha pushed in and out of him, at a slow, steady pace.

"What... What was it, honey? Say it louder, please. Can't h-hear you."

"Alpha, mmh, please-" Wonwoo sobbed weakly, words slurred and mind fuzzy, and full of the alpha between his legs. "Need you-" He whined, making grabby hands at Mingyu with the most pitiful look on his face; stricken with tears dry and fresh, and a rosy blush scattered across his plump cheeks. "N-need you to f-fuck me harder..."

The legs around Mingyu's trim waist squeezed hard, and the walls closed in on him like a vice, suffocating him. 

Gritting his teeth, Mingyu clenched his abs, trying to delay his orgasm the best he could. He was pretty damn sure if he submitted to Wonwoo's demand he wouldn't last long otherwise. 

But then again- it was never about his needs rather than the omega's. And if Wonwoo wanted things a certain way, then Mingyu would comply without a second thought. 

Mingyu was a good alpha, or so he believed. And good alphas listen well to their omegas and take care of them.

So that's what Mingyu did.

Wonwoo gasped as strong hands caught his bent legs and forced him to uncurl them from where they were wrapped snugly around the alpha's waist. 

Mingyu gripped the back of Wonwoo's knees, pushing them towards his heaving chest, and then pulled his cock out only to slam it back in with such force it ripped a scream from Wonwoo, his head thrown back and tears bursting in his eyes.

Bent in half, the omega cried out as he was being ravished so roughly, feeling so full of the alpha's cock pistoning in and out of him at such an animalistic pace. The hands kept a firm hold on him until Wonwoo was sure they would leave a mark but the thought quickly vanished as soon as it appeared. 

Wonwoo choked on a sob, eyes rolling to the back of his head as Mingyu changed his angle just a slight bit and drove into him with all his might, chasing release. Wonwoo heard the man panting hard, breath hot and heavy as he loomed over him, muscles flexing as he exuded all of his power and thrust harder into him, plunging his cock the deepest he was able to.

Mingyu really gave Wonwoo everything he wanted, and more.

The room reeked of pheromones and sex, the slick sounds of bodies moving against each other overwhelming the noise from outside, even the lightning that struck across the sky barely grazing past the omega's ears. Wonwoo didn't hear anything other than his own high-pitched moans and Mingyu's low grunts as they strove to reach their peak together.

The bed, made of solid wood creaked under Mingyu's sheer power he excluded, the veins on his arms popping up, making for a sight Wonwoo could only watch through blurry eyes as they littered with happy tears.

His insides ached in the best way possible, stuffed full of the alpha who he liked so much, who took such good care of him.

Wonwoo reached down in between their joined bodies and circled a finger over his sensitive clit, rubbing the tiny bean in time with Mingyu's thrusts.

He was so close.

But so was Mingyu. 

Wonwoo could feel it in the way the alpha's thrusts became sloppier and more uncoordinated, his cock dragging along his inner walls, reaching the very depth of his body with every strong push inward.

It was too much.

Wonwoo's body tensed, pussy clenching around the engorged cock tight, drawing a moan from the both of them. 

"Oh, oh so g-good," Wonwoo hiccuped pitifully as his back was pushed up and down due to the sheer power of Mingyu's thrusts, the fabric of his sweater burning marks into his skin. Wonwoo didn't care. "Feels so good, ah-alpha... s-so close... I want t-to... Please..."

"Yes, love, I know. Go ahead," Mingyu encouraged with a ragged breath, beads of sweat trailing down his temple as he increased the speed. "Come for me. Let it all out." 

The orgasm hit Wonwoo so hard he shook with a scream, squirting all over himself and Mingyu who amidst mercilessly fucking Wonwoo into the mattress didn't miss the blissful look of relief plastered on his flushed face. Wonwoo's cum soiled the alpha's abs as well as the sheets but that hardly bothered Mingyu; because in the end, he managed to make his omega come before him, and that accomplishment alone pushed Mingyu to the edge, too, and he released inside Wonwoo with his name on his lips.

Cock twitching, Mingyu gave a few, lazy thrusts, spurting his warm seed into Wonwoo's body, and then stilled once the knot started to form. 

It would take a while for it to shrink so they were locked in place until then.

The muscles in Mingyu's arms relaxed as he loosened his grip on Wonwoo's legs, feeling bad for leaving them all bruised up. He made a mental note to apply a soothing cream on them once they calmed down. In the meantime, he peppered the reddened skin with feathery kisses, eliciting a few tiny, airy giggles from Wonwoo who had just recovered from the mind-blowing orgasm, his little fists peeking out from the long sleeves of his sweater as he rubbed at his red, glassy eyes.

"All good, princess?"

Wonwoo couldn't find it in himself to give the man a coherent reply, his mind quite fuzzy still but he registered the pet name he was called loud and clear, making his face flush an adorable pink.

Mingyu smiled tiredly, watching Wonwoo nod in response instead of giving him a verbal answer, trying to catch his breath. Mingyu had some things to say but given how all that exercise drained them both of their energy, he decided to leave it for later.

Though admittedly, their current position wasn't ideal and Mingyu didn't have enough stamina to stay like this for an hour or so. He was in great shape, but it had been a long time since he got this much physical exercise so he wasn't used to this. Wonwoo seemed to agree because he let out a displeased grunt that sounded more like a kitten's hiss which made hearts shoot from Mingyu's eyes at how adorable Wonwoo was.

"Sshh darling, I know, I know. I'll move us a little, make you comfortable, okay?" Mingyu shushed softly, running a hand through Wonwoo's hair. Once he felt Wonwoo relax, he took advantage of his pliant state and carefully got rid of the sweater Wonwoo was wearing until now. The omega protested at first, not wanting to part with something that belonged to the alpha and held his scent, but Mingyu understood his attachment and released calming pheromones to soothe his nerves before he was done with his task.

Once he manhandled them into a more convenient position, he returned the sweater back to the distraught omega who immediately took it, cradling the crumbled garment to his chest like a mother her baby.

Mingyu watched Wonwoo's little antics with fondness in his eyes.

They lay on their side, pressed chest to back, surprisingly managing to stay united despite the shift in position, Mingyu's knot still lodged deep inside Wonwoo.

A purr vibrated from within Wonwoo's chest as Mingyu draped his large frame over Wonwoo's smaller one, pressing his solid chest against his back. One big arm slid under the omega's head, cushioning him while the other lay protectively around his waist, keeping him close.

The warmth radiating from the body behind him only made Wonwoo more sleepy, his eyes droopy, blinking to stay open but failing. He buried his face in the alpha's thick bicep, inhaling the rich scent into his lungs.

"Hyung is so warm and big... like a plushie..."

Heat spread all over Mingyu's body. He was glad Wonwoo had his back to him because he was probably redder than a ripe tomato. But Mingyu was pretty sure Wonwoo could feel the frantic beat of his heart against his back.

"Yeah?"

"Mmm. Wonu likes it a lot," the omega mumbled sleepily and cuddled into the alpha's warmth, his back glued to his front. "Wonu likes Mingyu hyung a lot," he smiled, placing his hand over Mingyu's, and interlacing their fingers in a gentle hold. He rubbed his nose over the crumbled piece of clothing he was holding to his chest and sighed longingly when the scent of an alpha filled his lungs to the fullest.

Exhaustion soon took over Wonwoo and his eyes closed shut, lips parted in a tiny 'o' and releasing soft puffs of breath.

He fell asleep, Mingyu noticed the moment he heard the light snoring noise coming from below. The alpha smiled fondly and hid his flushed face in the omega's messy tuft of hair before pressing a little kiss there. 

"I like you too, Wonie." 

Sweet words of confession left Mingyu's smiling lips before he also let his tired eyelids close and entered dreamland where he joined his little omega on an adventurous journey, hoping he could stay like this with Wonwoo forever- just them in their own little world, holding hands and bask in each other's presence, as lovers.