Beyond managed to reign in the fury that was raging and bubbling just under the surface of his skin as he carried his clingy mate back to their bedroom. He was angry at L for his earlier behavior and with himself for not recognizing the need to stay to focus on Light when he clearly needed him. The Alpha rubbed his cheek against the top of the younger man's head, scent marking him as he sat him down on their bed and L closed the door behind them.
The scent of an unhappy, discontent Omega filled the room…
His unhappy Omega…
No, unacceptable. He grasped the hem of his mate's shirt and lifted, exposing his long lean torso and pulling it over his head, discarding it with no argument before doing the same with his own and climbing into the bed. He drew the softly whimpering form close into his arms and knew he'd made the right decision to increase the amount of skin to skin contact as Light started scent marking him almost immediately.
His hands were all over the Alpha, but more subtly, the press of his wrists against Beyond's skin left his mark in an unmistakable way that was so possessive…
Beyond couldn't help but find it incredibly sexy.
"It's okay sweetheart," Beyond murmured, pressing soft kisses along Light's jaw, his cheek, his neck as he scented his young mate as well. He felt movement on the other side of the Omega and glanced up to meet L's eyes, an unspoken agreement that they would continue their discussion later regarding what had happened earlier. But for now, all focus was on their husband.
A hand running upward along his neck brought his gaze to meet a pair of stunning amber-hued eyes. The brunet's wrist brushed against the still healing bite mark at his scent gland, sending a near visceral reaction through his body, as he let out a low moan and let Light continue to do as he pleased, even though all he wanted to do was take control. He knew his mate needed this somehow. It was a small thing after all. Light's breath hitched, fingers moving to tangle in the Alpha's dark locks as he closed the meager distance between their lips.
Beyond let out a happy sigh, relishing the needy little gasps that filled the silence between kisses. He continued to run his own wrist along Light's body, often brushing fingers with L as he did the same where he lay along the Omega's back.
As they cocooned the smaller form in their arms and he began to calm, Beyond took in the scent of the room once more and was pleased to find that only the aroma of a calm and contented Omega filled the air.
xxx
"Seriously? Why haven't you told him yet? Your reasons better be phenomenal…" Alex shook his head in disappointment where he stood in the middle of the office.
"I didn't really believe you were still keeping up this façade after the wedding. I thought you were joking in your email, but I suppose I should've known better. You never were very funny…" The Omega's voice trailed off with a sigh.
L gnawed on his thumb and averted his eyes, shifting guiltily in his seat. He'd needed to return to working on the case after an hour or so comforting their mate. Beyond was still in there though, wrapped around Light like a blanket.
"It's been a bit hectic. We were going to tell him about my identity after our wedding night, but he went into heat the next morning. Then we found out he was pregnant and I'm…I'm just scared to upset him. Especially this early on…" The detective's gaze lifted to meet the blonde's.
"What if he lost the baby because of it?" L asked fearfully. Alex pinched the bridge of his nose and let out a soft huff of frustration before turning to take a seat on the sofa.
"I understand your concerns, L, but I think you're underestimating how strong he is," The other man replied. "Do you really want him to find out on his own?" L's gaze widened and he shook his head.
"No, definitely not," The Alpha murmured worriedly. "I wanted to ask about earlier as well…you don't foresee a problem with your being around while the case is going on after what happened today with you and Light?" L asked the younger man, who smiled in response.
"I don't think so. Light seemed to get the message that I'm no threat or rival, and besides, I'll be staying in my own rooms on the next floor down, so I won't be encroaching on his territory even if there are any lingering instincts to defend his…uh, nest," The Omega smirked slightly as L rolled his eyes at the all too apt description at the moment.
"But like I said, I think you're underestimating him," Alex shrugged. "I read the background file Quillish prepared…he's quite amazing. Honestly, his test scores before presenting put him on par with any Wammy's student," L mulled the other man's words over carefully. He'd seen the file, of course, but it had been such a whirlwind of activity in the weeks leading up to their nuptials and there was the case as well…he just hadn't really thought much about it…or looked any deeper…
It's not like Light had ever mentioned any academic leanings or educational interests to them...
But it's not like we ever asked either. L thought back on the last month or so. We knew he was highly intelligent, calm and well mannered, all traits we would hope would pass along to-
L could barely hide the shock that raced through him as he realized the direction of his thoughts. Had they only considered Light's intelligence in relation to what it could provide their future offspring?
Are we that shallow?
No…we love him, we wouldn't-
"It's a shame that Japan's preferred treatment for Omegas is to shove them into the most basic coursework and forbid them access to advanced studies, essentially writing them off and assuming their IQ dropped as soon as they presented," The blonde sighed.
"He could've been a prodigy…hell, that could've been my fate if I'd been born in a different time or country…" A's voice trailed off as he turned his gaze out the window, a contemplative expression on his face as L felt a fresh wave of guilt wash over him.
Are we holding him back? Keeping him from his full potential? L felt a new resolve fill him, to ensure that his Omega was provided access to every opportunity to grow and thrive.
Whatever he wants…
Maybe he'll want to take classes, further his education…who knows? We'll let him go out there and-
L felt his throat tighten as images of the dead Omega bride and all of the possible things that could happen to Light flashed through his mind. He took a deep calming breath and let it out slowly.
Within reason, of course. His safety comes first.
xxx
Light smiled, biting back what would surely be an embarrassing giggle as he felt little kisses along his collarbones. He reached for Beyond as he opened his eyes, tangling his fingers in the man's hair and gazing into a pair of burgundy-hued irises that held the most beguiling combination of lust and humor…
"Hi there…" Light whispered playfully as he pulled the other man in for a soft kiss.
"Mmm, hi gorgeous," Beyond murmured in reply as their lips parted, a pleased smile on his face. "Feeling better?" Light nodded shyly, still trying to figure out exactly what had happened earlier.
Who was that Omega anyways? How do they know Beyond and Ryuzaki? Why-
"Good, because I'd really like to get you some food if you're feeling up to it," Beyond sat up and gazed down at him, much to Light's chagrin.
"Always trying to feed me…" Light sighed, slightly annoyed that the moment had been wasted. "You do realize I've already gained back the weight I lost, right?" The Alpha shot him a sly grin and nodded, running his hands upward along Light's hips pushing his shirt up as he lowered his face to the younger man's taut, toned belly. Not a hint yet of what was to come in the months that followed.
"But you're eating for two now…maybe more…" Light breath hitched as B's lips kissed along his stomach, tongue darting out as he traced patterns along the skin. He looked down, amber-hued eyes meeting heated burgundy…
Oh wow…he's really into this, huh, who knew? Not that Light had any room to judge. The worshipful expression on his husband's face was making all of the blood in the Omega's body flood south…
Fast.
Maybe I can use this… Light was frustrated that his mates seemed to be quite adept at resisting ravishing him like he wanted them to.
"Do you think I'll look good…all round and full? Carrying your pups?" Light asked with wide innocent eyes. Beyond's fingers twitched where they lay at the brunet's hips, digging into his skin before the Alpha's head rose to gaze upon him once more, jaw fallen slightly open as he stared with blatant desire.
Shit… Light's breath came faster as those talented hands stroked up and down his sides, setting his body on fire.
"Y-yeah…" B rasped out, pupils dilating wildly as the scent of Light's arousal filled the air and he smiled broadly. "Gonna be so fucking sexy…" Light grinned internally.
Just as planned…
xxx
Alex turned and scented the air with a curious look on his face before letting out a chuckle. L noticed the delectable fragrance only moments later as their eyes met.
"Your Omega seems to be quite determined," The blonde's eyes sparkled with mirth as the raven jumped from his chair with a scowl. "Perhaps you should just give him what he wants?" Alex called after L as he ran down the hall towards their bedroom.
"Shut up Alex…" He growled out in frustration as the scent of lust permeated the air from both of his mates the closer he grew to their room.
Seriously, B? Couldn't keep it in your pants for fifteen fucking minutes? He snorted derisively and threw open the door, stopping short and staring in confusion at the scene before him.
The scent in the room was only just changing…
That must be why he hadn't picked up on it until now…
The previously overwhelming fragrance of desire had been replaced by that of one very annoyed and whiny Omega. L wrinkled his nose in distaste.
"But it's not fair! Neither of you have any proof that it will cause problems with the ba-"
"We have no proof it won't either and that's all there is to it! Why won't you just do as you're told! It's for your own good," Beyond growled out forcefully, pheromones designed to instill submission flooding the room as he loomed over the smaller man on the bed.
Well, that isn't good. L winced at the display of dominance as he took in the expression on their young mate's face.
The brunet looked like he'd been slapped, wide-eyed shock painted upon his face for several long seconds, before his eyes narrowed in a cold fury as he shoved the Alpha away from him, swinging his legs off the bed and walking from the room with his arms crossed tightly on his chest, body stiff and closed off as he passed by L, not acknowledging either mate.
At least he's not running… L thanked god that he didn't feel set off to chase down his pregnant mate and turned to view the other one with a heavy sigh.
"Light…" Beyond murmured in despair, head falling into his hands as they were left alone. It was all too clear that Light needed a moment, or several moments more likely, to himself. So instead of following, L climbed onto the bed and pulled his devastated husband into his arms.
"What did I just do?" Beyond whispered against the curve of his neck. "God…L…how do I make it up to him?"
The Alpha rested his head upon L's chest as he was held close. The raven kissed the other man's forehead and released a scent meant to soothe and comfort.
"You behaved like a concerned Alpha. Albeit not in the right way, but I think your heart was in the right place in worrying about Light," He tried to assure Beyond. L thought back to his discussion with Alex earlier regarding Light's intelligence, freedoms allowed Omegas…
"I think we need to find ways to bend that don't break us when it comes to Light," L continued, running his fingers through B's dark hair. "Light shouldn't feel like he's tucked away here…with no choices. As if he's some breeding machine on a pedestal," L sighed.
"I can't say that I don't feel the same way at times. Instinctively, I'd like nothing more than to hide him away so that nothing could ever hurt him…" Beyond leaned back to look at L, the man's tone had gone soft as he considered the murdered Omega bride who'd never known the joys of marriage, even for a night. The raven was broken from his darker thoughts by the man before him, a gentle kiss bringing him back to the present. He gave Beyond a grateful smile.
"I think he rather likes the pedestal, just not the idea of being stuck up on top of it without a way down," Beyond remarked with smirk.
"Hmm, you might be right about that," L chuckled softly, reaching up to run his fingers through Beyond's hair once more. The burgundy-eyed male leaned into the other Alpha's touch as he regarded him thoughtfully.
"So…how do we fix this?"
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