"That wasn't an answer, Ry-u-za-ki," The younger man's soft, lilting voice replied teasingly, drawing out the fake moniker. L rolled his eyes. Alex always had been one to push him and Beyond, trying to get them to open up more. He'd actually been the one to get the two of them to admit their feelings for one another so long ago…
L's gratitude for that kick in the ass from their friend could never be repaid.
And he truly was a friend. One of the few L and Beyond could admit to having in the solitary life they led.
They'd been quite a tight-knit trio back at Wammy's. Both Beyond and Alex had been identified as potential successors to the role of L and were two of the very few people alive that could identify him as the famous detective.
Even though Alex had long since withdrawn his name from the pool of potential successors, his talents in several fields, in particular, forensics and dynamic psychology, continued to be incredibly useful to support their efforts.
He remained on retainer under L's employment, doing research into cases from England in a home he had near Wammy's or by going on site to gather evidence when necessary. A was also an invaluable resource given his understanding of L's role, which allowed him to cover for the detective in rare emergencies where neither him or Beyond were available.
Like during Light's recent heat.
The blonde had unfortunately had to deal with the shit storm of the dead Omega bride that had presented itself in their absence and handled it with the level of excellence they'd come to expect. After discussing it at length, L and Beyond had decided that bringing on another set on eyes to assist with the case during this critical time in their new marriage would be helpful.
The added bonus that A was an Omega himself and might be able to further identify connections between the murders as a whole utilizing his dynamic psychology background helped finalize the decision to bring him to Tokyo in the end.
L turned in his chair and smiled as his gaze met a pair of bright blue eyes. It had been years since they'd been in the same room given their hectic schedules and he felt a wave of nostalgia wash over him to see the younger man sitting before him.
"You look well, Alex," The Omega ran a hand through mid-length hair the color of sun-ripened wheat and cocked his head to the side as he leaned back further into the sofa.
"You look exhausted…but that's nothing unusual," He replied with a smirk that just further reminded L why they'd all been so close so long ago.
Light's going to like him. L thought with amusement, just as Beyond strode into the room, frustration clear on his face as the angry pheromones poured off him. Shit… L flinched slightly in his chair as their eyes met
"What the fuck? Tone it down B..." The Omega's soothing lavender scent spread through the room, almost immediately negating the Alpha's rage. They both looked at him in stunned silence.
Damn… L glanced at Beyond in surprise. Alex had always had some talent in scent control. His herbal fragrance had never held a sexual allure for either man, but had always had a very calming and focusing effect for them. It had been incredibly useful in keeping the peace whenever disagreements arose when they were younger working together.
But that little display was…
"Holy crap, Allie…" B muttered quietly before letting out a chuckle and raising an eyebrow as he leaned against the doorframe. "That's impressive," The Omega smiled slyly and shrugged.
"Never know when something like that might come in handy. Besides…" Alex pouted slightly. "You two don't send me nearly enough case work to keep me busy. I get bored…"
Both men couldn't help laughing in response.
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Light's eyes widened in shock as he watched Beyond leave the room, eyes shifting guiltily as he mumbled something about going to check on Ryuzaki. The Omega part of him was screaming internally, expecting his mate to lay claim upon him, considering that he had just won in the display of dominance between the two Alphas.
What about me? He thought as he fell back on the bed, breathing fast and unsteady.
He let out a low whine, still riled up…the desire from earlier to feel his Alpha touching him, making love to him still at the forefront of his mind.
Light scented the air and shot straight up in bed as the aroma of lavender reached him, mixing with his Alpha's pheromones. In his keyed up, needy state, the young brunet couldn't stop the rush of anger that raced through him.
Mate…mine…no one else's…
He leaped from the bed, stalking from the room in search of whoever dared to divert his mate's attention from him, scenting the air briefly, seeking…
Omega… His gaze narrowed as he hurried down the hallway, eyes coming to rest upon Beyond as he rounded a corner. He zeroed in on the Alpha in the office doorway not far ahead where he stood with his back to Light.
That's where they are…
You thought someone else was more important?
Than me?!
All he could see was red. All he could think about was protecting what was his as the corners of his mind frayed under the strain of the instinctive rage coursing through it. He let out a growl that had the Alpha turning to glance at him in confusion. Light snarled in warning.
Out of my way…
"Oh shit…" Beyond muttered as Light ran at him, evading the older man as he twisted under his arm and away from the attempt to place a hold upon the young man and keep him back. The brunet barely had time to acknowledge the shocked expression on his other mate's face where he sat across the room before his attention swung to the blonde Omega sitting on the sofa nearby. Light darted towards the other man, running purely on biological drive that was telling him to defend what was his.
"Don't hurt him Alex, he's pregnant!"
Yes, I'm… Light froze as he clambered over the cushions, gazing into concerned blue eyes from inches away and immediately sobered, recalling why he couldn't fight the man before him.
He had to protect not just himself and his mates, but their unborn baby.
The fragrance of lavender filled his senses once more, but an undeniable, unspoken message was there now.
Not a threat. Friend. Safe.
Light felt the adrenaline of the last minute or so fade away as tears filled his eyes, his head hung low as they dripped down on to the fabric of the pillows and he felt the other Omega pull him into their arms. And he wasn't sure why, but he let him.
Those of their dynamic were so few, and this kind of comforting reassurance was not something he ever felt before.
"Shh…" The voice was soft as fingers carded gently through his hair. A few moments later he felt himself being picked up in Beyond's strong arms. He wrapped his own around the man's neck and nuzzled in close, nosing at his bond mark.
Mate…mine…
"Go take care of him." The voice said firmly. "Both of you."
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