Kuroo was bent over the bench, noddle packet in his hand as he read the instructions. He was making his mate lunch as he got ready upstairs. Kuroo was taking out the Omega out shopping for his own clothes, but not before treating his mate to a meal even if he couldn't cook. He quickly finished reading the instructions and began to fill the bowl up with water. He heard footsteps enter the room and he glanced over his shoulder to see who it was. It was Akaashi, with a mug of tea in his hands as he slipped into the chair at the counter.

"Hello, Akaashi," Kuroo greeted as he began to break up the noodles into smaller pieces. The Omega just narrowed his eyes.

"Did you have sex with Bokuto?" He asked with a low and accusing tone. Kuroo froze in place, turning slightly pale at the sudden question.

"Depends how you look at it," Kuroo answered as he placed the bowl into the microwave, "I did finger him if you consider that sex. Although we stopped after a few minutes because Bokuto didn't feel right." He glanced back at Akaashi again, watching as the words processed through his brain. The sound of the microwave filled the silence in the room. Suddenly he rose to his feet and without another word he left the room, leaving the mug on the counter. Kuroo sighed and leant down to press his forehead against the cool countertop. He never thought an Omega could be so scary, but something about Akaashi's narrowed eyes and frown made his hairs stand on end.

Kei appeared in the archway, wearing Kuroo's jeans, which stopped above his ankles, and a long red sleeved shirt that Kuroo forgot he owned. Kuroo sighed in relief and walked over to Kei, wrapping his arms tightly around Kei's waist and burying his face in his neck.

"W-what?" Kei mumbled, eyes wide with surprise.

"I was scared for my life." Kuroo pretended to sob and placed a kiss just below Kei's ear. Kei nodded weakly, confused. Honestly, he didn't want to ask. The microwave beeping drew them apart and Kuroo shot him a smile as he went to get the noodles.

"I made you some food to eat before we leave."

The two had been shopping for about two hours before Kuroo suggested they take a break and get some ice-cream. Despite Kei's protests, he was sitting next to Kuroo on the bench looking around worriedly at the Alphas and Betas that were glaring at him as they walked by. He knew he wasn't allowed to sit on the same level as an Alpha, Kuroo knew that as well yet still insisted that the Omega did so.

Kuroo gave his mate a puzzled look as Kei stopped eating.

"Hmm, what's wrong?" Kuroo asked as he finished off the rest of his ice-cream. Kei glanced over at Kuroo before gazing back at the ground.

"N-nothing," Kei answers, quickly taking a mouthful of the food.

"Is it the collar?" Kuroo asked, looking worriedly at the blond, "Because you know I'd love to take it off but it's the law and I don't want to be fined."

"No, it's fin-"

"Ugly and disgusting Omegas like you belong on the floor," said a sudden low voice. Kei's eyes widened in recognition and suddenly the whole world felt like it had slowed down. His stomach twisted as he caught the sight of the all too familiar sadistic grin.

"Hey, fuck you-" Kuroo stopped once he realized Kei was already on the ground, butt on his heels and throat bared in submission.

"Yes, Alpha," Kei whispered, shutting his eyes tightly. Kei was sure the Alpha no longer had any hold over him; he thought he was braver than this. He was terribly wrong. Just the mere presence of the man had Kei trembling and close to crying. He didn't want to be near him but he couldn't just walk away.

"I'm glad you remember your training, despite how long it took to drill into you," The Alpha said sweetly, patting the top of Kei's head affectionally.

"Hey!" Kuroo exclaimed, hitting away the Alpha's hand.

"I'm sorry," The Alpha said with a big smile, "Kei probably didn't tell you much about me. I'm Yamaguchi Tadashi, Kei's previous Alpha. I'm surprised you mated him thought, I couldn't because he was just such a pathetic and useless Omega, no way could I ever have a mate like that. Right, Kei?" The Omega bit his lip, trying to hold in the tears that were beginning to well up in his eyes. He couldn't cry; the Alpha would be disappointed in him and would likely beat him senseless.

"Yes, Alpha," Kei responded, "I am pathetic and useless and could never be your mate." Yamaguchi beamed in response.

"See? You're so lucky I trained him for you because let me tell you it was not an easy task." Yamaguchi moved towards Kei, cupping his chin with his hand.

"Such a useless Omega that couldn't even birth my pups. What's an Omega good for if he can't give their Alpha pups? I would and will never mate a defected Omega." Kei visibly tensed, some of his tears slipping down his pale cheeks. Kuroo got off the chair to wrap his arms around Kei.

"Thank you for the information. However, I'm the one that bonded with Kei not you, so back the fuck off," He then placed a gentle kiss on Kei's temple and softened his voice, "Kei, please get back on the chair." Yamaguchi's smile darkened and his face fell into anger.

"Oh you're one of those freaks," Yamaguchi spat, looking at Kuroo with disgust as the Alpha pulled Kei back on the chair. He turned to walk away and flipped Kuroo off.

"Enjoy fucking my sloppy seconds!" He called out with distaste. Kuroo waved him off, averting all his attention to his mate.

"Don't listen to him, Kei. You're perfect and beautiful and I wouldn't want anyone else as my mate," Kuroo whispered, placing kisses along Kei's cheeks and cupping them, "Don't think about that Alpha anymore. He's no longer in your life and I'll love you for the rest of my life. I'll never hurt you."

Kei couldn't help but break down, the sobs coming out full speed as he latched onto Kuroo's shirt. They stayed like that for a long time, Kuroo constantly whispering positive things as Kei let out his built-up fear and tears from the past five years.