L set down his brush and stepped back to look at the canvas, thumb moving to run across his lower lip out of habit and accidently smearing paint across his chin as he considered his work.

Yes… He nodded, pleased with his progress thus far. The young Omega turned as he heard the door opening behind him and scowled as Quillish tapped his own chin before pointing at the young man. L grabbed a wet cloth and wiped his face off.

The Beta's expression foretold no good news as he crossed the room. "I've just gotten off the phone with our police contact to turn in the evidence. It's now in their hands, however, it's unlikely they'll be able to question Aiber anytime soon, given that the man is in surgery after being found nearly beaten to death in his office this afternoon when his employees arrived."

Bile rose in L's throat. He couldn't breathe…couldn't… "It was B…had to…I know it." He choked out. "I told you, he's already here." L's eyes were wild and unseeing as he began to pace, considering the possible scenarios, outcomes, risks.

The Omega felt steadying hands on his shoulders and jerked at the unexpected contact before relaxing as he looked into his guardian's composed gaze. Quillish calmly reached to pull L's thumb from his lips, bloody from how hard he'd bitten it in his frenzy.

"L, listen to me." He said quietly. "We will do everything within our considerable means to ensure that you and everyone else are safe from Beyond. Alright?" He squeezed L's hand reassuringly. "I have several highly recommended bodyguards flying in here for you to meet and approve tomorrow as well. It's going to be alright."

"Yeah…ok…" He nodded dazedly as he came down from the adrenaline rush of his panic. "What time is it anyways?"

"About five-"

"Shit!" L hurried from the room to check his phone, which he'd set on a table outside his studio. The raven had long ago discovered that having certain distractions like cell phones, clocks, television and computers in the tranquil environment of his creative space interfered with his ability to focus. The only exception was occasionally music.

The young man was relieved when he realized he'd only missed Light's call by about ten minutes. God, you're turning into one of those Omegas…this is pathetic, worse than it ever was with-

L stopped his train of thought and took a deep breath, letting it out slowly. This is nothing like how things were with B. I can't compare- I won't compare the two. It doesn't matter if they're both Alphas. Light is nothing like him. He assured himself as he called the other man back and started to walk up to his room to get ready for their date.

"Hi…" The low honeyed voice answered after a ring.

"Hey…" L murmured in reply, not wanting to admit how affected he was as a blush rose on his cheeks upon reaching his room and closing the door.

"I've missed you all day…" Light replied as he sighed, and then chuckled softly. "I don't even care what kind of idiot that must make me seem, admitting it, but you just…do something to me L. I can't explain it."

"Well, I'm not going to argue with you…" L replied flirtatiously. "I've always found it very attractive when a man knows what he wants and is willing to admit it…dare I even say, sexy?"

Light groaned. "Are you trying to kill me…" He trailed off with a quiet laugh. "How long until you can be ready?"

"I was in the studio this afternoon, so I just have to shower and wash the paint off-" L stopped as he heard Light let out a muffled curse on the other end. "Are you alright?"

"Yes, I'm fine, just had some very nice visuals pop into my head is all." Light replied wryly. "Speaking of which, if you ever need a model again…" He teased, a playful lilt to his voice

Oh…my…god… The Omega's eyes widened as he thought back to his art class, the Alpha's body laid out like- L felt his face grow warm at the thought of the other man's naked form.

"I wish I could see your expression right now." Light's voice continued after several seconds of silence, low and full of promise. L's breath hitched and it was like he could hear the other man smiling over the phone. "I'd like to cook you dinner tonight if that's not too forward?" He murmured.

L's mouth went dry, body going hot at the idea. His place…just me and him…shit…

"I'm happy to come to you if-

"No, no…" He blurted out, wincing at his obviousness. "Umm, I mean, it would be nice to get out of the house after being cooped up here all day…" He trailed off nonchalantly.

"Works for me…so, I'll see you in an hour?" The brunet asked.

"Yes, but I think Quillish would prefer escorting me to your place. He's a bit protective, and dropping me off…well, that way he knows exactly where I am." L replied nervously, worried the other man might think that it was silly.

Light laughed softly. "I'm glad to hear it, makes me happy to know you have him looking out for you. I'll text you my address. I want to behave in whatever way he deems appropriate, of course."

"Well don't get boring on me now…that's no fun." L replied playfully. The Omega was pleased when he heard the other man's breath catch. "See you soon." He murmured as he hung up with a broad grin on his face, walking quickly to the bathroom. L was eager to get ready for the evening.

So many questions were running through his head at once. Am I getting ahead of myself? Does he really feel the same? What will he expect tonight? Will he try anything? Do I want him to?

Oh god… L blushed as he jumped into the shower and attempted to focus on the tasks at hand. No matter what, he had a feeling that he was going to enjoy his evening immensely.

That definitely wasn't something he felt the need to question.

xxx

Beyond yawned and stretched his legs out across the back seat of the car before bringing his knees back up again to balance a sketchbook on his thighs once more, the dim streetlights providing just enough illumination through the tinted windows to allow him to continue while he watched…and waited.

He glanced to the buildings across the street, one of which appeared to have several flats. B assumed that the young man that smelled so clearly of his precious L must live there. Considering that he hadn't exited yet after a couple hours, it was starting to look like a good bet.

Either he's a friend of L's or… The Alpha's fists clenched, pencil snapping in half as he entertained the mere idea of his ex-boyfriend finding someone new.

I'll deal with that eventually. He snorted derisively. Whether he's just a friend or something else. L doesn't need anyone but me in his life. He'll learn to obey his Alpha…

Beyond wasn't particularly fond of this waiting game, but he was also a man who knew that good things were worth a bit of time, patience and planning. This was his only lead at the moment to find L, so here he was. He hadn't found any trace of L's name in the student directory of the college or in any other local directories for that matter.

B smirked as he considered all of the dead ends he'd come up against that day. He's so smart…must be using an alias to hide from me. God that's sexy, making me chase him like this. It'll be so much better when I finally make him mine again.

He sighed, and picked up a new pencil, brow furrowing in mild annoyance as he went back to his sketching. He was just going to have to wait things out and see if L came to this man or if this man led him to L.

Just one clue…one thing will-

Beyond's burgundy hued eyes darted up as a black towncar pulled up in front of the building and he held his breath, hoping…

"Lawli…" He murmured excitedly, his pupils dilating as he sunk low in the backseat and peered out the window, watching while the young Omega's wild raven hair came into view. Soaking in every little detail after so long apart. It took every bit of the Alpha's will power not to jump out of the car right then as he watched L walk swiftly into the building. No…I-I can't…gotta be smart about this...

B looked at the towncar and grinned. He quickly clambered into the front seat and waited for a few seconds until the other car had started down the street a little ways before turning on his own and following along behind.

xxx

"Hi…" Light murmured as he opened the door to his flat to view the attractive Omega on his doorstep. Holy crap, he looks good… The Alpha felt a broad smile spread across his face and didn't even care about trying to play it cool in the presence of the other man as he watched a soft blush rise up on L's cheeks.

"You're staring." L remarked teasingly in a quiet voice as he entered. Light reached out as he began to pass by, unable to keep himself from taking L's hand in his own and stopping the man. Light turned to look at the raven as he pushed the door closed with his other hand.

The Omega bit his lip as his gaze met Light's own. The young man's large, dark charcoal hued eyes might have been the most beautiful thing he'd ever seen. He felt like they held mysteries that he had only begun to explore…

"L…can I kiss you?"

The raven's eyes widened as he nodded. Light didn't hesitate, leaning in close to capture the Omega's mouth as he released his hand so he could take the other man in his arms.

All he could think from that point on was that everything about L was delicious and wonderful and good.

The sweet taste of L's mouth as their tongues and lips explored one another was pure heaven.

The small greedy tugs for more at his lower lip from the Omega drove him wild.

The needy little sounds that bubbled up from the back of L's throat as Light's hands roamed his body just made him want to hold him tighter.

The way he fit perfectly in his embrace…it made Light realize just what had been missing, what puzzle piece had yet to be found. Now he had it, he couldn't imagine ever letting it go.

Eventually, they had to break away…breathing heavily as their foreheads pressed together, both smiling stupidly at how carried away they'd clearly become.

"Wow…" Light whispered.

"Mmm…yes, I second that." L chuckled and leaned back to look at the Alpha. He reached up to brush some hair away that had fallen in Light's face and sighed happily. "I think we forgot about dinner...or were you trying to skip straight to dessert?" He teased with a wry smile.

Light gave him his most serious expression and grabbed his hand to start towards the kitchen. "Oh don't worry, I'll fill you up." He deadpanned before turning to wink at the Omega.

"You did not actually just say that…" L muttered in disbelief, letting out an amused huff of laughter that he tried to hide as a cough at the last second. The corners of his mouth curled upward, but he was unable to fully hide the smile that creeped across his face as he shook his head and sighed in faux disappointment.

The Alpha chuckled and continued to lead the way, L's hand warm in his own. This feels so right. He thought contentedly as he gazed at the Omega and the word Mate continued to reverberate through every fiber of his being.


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