The first thing Reita noticed was that he was on a grassy hill. He sat up and saw the oak tree. The forest around him waved in the wind. He stood and walked to the tree where his inner white wolf sat. He sat in front of it, knowing if he walked any closer he would be chained down. He looked at the wolf and yellow eyes stared back at him. The white wolf lifted its head and licked its nose. Reita reached his hand out to it. He waited for a chain, but none came up so he moved closer and closer. His hand rubbed the wolf's snout and Reita gasped with a smile. The wolf pulled away and laid back down.

Reita opened his eyes to see the ceiling of the foyer. He felt so tired, but slowly sat up. Kai was sleeping next him holding his hand. The blonde looked around to find other omegas sleeping around him. Byou was walking up to him with a smile. He knelt next to him and placed his hand on Reita's head.

"You still have a fever. It's gone down, but you still need to rest or you won't get your strength back." Byou said. Reita nodded and laid back down. On instinct, Kai moved closer to him and wrapped his arm around his body. Reita looked at his mate's sleeping face

"He hasn't slept since the day you passed out." Byou whispered. "The moment your fever started going down he relaxed and finally fell asleep."

"How long was I out for?" He whispered tiredly.

"A couple of days. You and the others fell to a sickness, but we got you all better."

Reita looked over at the omegas sleeping around them and took note of the alphas walking around tending to each of them. The blonde turned and curled up against Kai's sleeping form.

Kyo sat on the edge of his bed holding a bowl of chicken soup. He scooped a spoonful of broth and placed it Shinya's lips. The blonde sipped it up and smiled to his lover.

"How is everyone doing?" Shinya asked.

"Don't worry they're fine." Kyo said offering another spoonful.

"They're not getting dehydrated or anything? Have their fevers broke?" Shinya started his worrisome questions, but was silenced when Kyo shoved the spoon in his mouth.

The leader smiled. "Everyone is being taken care of. You just need to worry about getting your strength back."

"I'm just worried, is all." Shinya mumbled. "How's Reita?"

Kyo sighed, but gave in. "He's recovering just fine."

"Nothing strange has happened right?"

"Why are you so worried about him, Shinya?"

The beta closed his eyes and tilted his head back. "I'm concerned because the last time we took his blood we found something weird. We didn't catch it the first time, but there is something in his blood that we can't identify. I have a bad feeling. Kyo he's spent years on heat suppressants and pheromone hiders. The only negative effect he's shown was a delayed heat cycle. I'm scared that at any moment something could happen to him. We haven't seen all the negative effects the drugs have had on his body yet."

"You're thinking too much about it. He'll be fine. Whatever you found is probably a corruption in the sample you took. We should really be putting our focus on Aoi."

Shinya gave him a funny look. "That timid wolf?"

"I have a bad feeling about him." Kyo said offering another spoonful of soup. Shinya accepted it with a raised eyebrow. "He's hanging off Kaoru's arm like a lost pup and refuses to speak with anyone. He won't even let you or Byou examine him."

"I think it's cute. Him and Kaoru. Be honest, when's the last time Kaoru actually showed an ounce of emotion?" Shinya watched as Kyo thought for a minute before continuing. "Aoi is good for him. Isn't it about time he started looking for another mate."

"Shinya…"

"It's been eight years Kyo." The beta sighed. "We're the only ones who stayed with him after that incident. We're the only real support he has. Shouldn't we give him a little push with Aoi? It's obvious they're attracted to each other."

Kyo sat the bowl on the nightstand before crawling on the bed with his lover. Shinya moved down to cuddle up next to his mate. Kyo wrapped his arm around Shinya's shoulder and kissed his forehead. "Fine, I won't bother them. They'll have to figure it out on their own though."

Shinya nodded and rubbed his head against Kyo's chest. He couldn't remember the last they laid together like this. He smiled and closed his eyes. Kyo's eyes widen a bit when he felt Shinya's happiness flow though his chest. He smiled to himself and tightened his hold.

When Tsuzuku opened his eyes the first thing he wanted to do was go back to sleep, but found Toshiya sitting next to him spinning a pink, peach flower in his fingers. Tsuzuku sat up rubbing his eyes as he yawned catching the alpha's attention. Toshiya handed the flower over to him and Tsuzuku blushed as he accepted it. The alpha held up a paper with the omega's name written on it.

"Kaoru said they were with the Greenflush, the medicine that helped cure you all. Now you wouldn't happen to know who sent them would you."

Tsuzuku snatched the paper and opened it up to read:

'I hope you feel well soon. I look forward to seeing you again.

-The perverted gentleman'

The omega let out a small giggle and folded up the paper. He looked over at Toshiya with a soft smile. "I have no idea who he is, but I intend to find out."

"Uh huh," Toshiya hummed. "Don't hide this from Kyo. He'll get pissed if some strange wolf takes advantage of you."

"What if I want him to take advantage of me?" Tsuzuku whispered.

Toshiya shook his head as he stood up. "Kyo will be pissed off if he finds a random stray praying on his omegas. Be careful."

Tsuzuku watched as the alpha walked away before looking back at the note with a smile.

Kaoru lifted Aoi's head and brought up a bottle of water to his lips. The raven sipped on the water before turning his head away. Kaoru sat the bottle to the side before wiping a cool rag on the omega's forehead. Aoi reached up and clenched Kaoru's shirt and gave a small smile. Kaoru sat the omega down before moving the blanket up, but Aoi tugged at his shirt. The alpha looked down at Aoi's glazed eyes. He moved down slowly and the raven's face grew red. Kaoru hesitated as he got closer, but Aoi raised up. The alpha grazed his lips against Aoi's lips. The raven gasped and turned away.

"Sorry." He whispered, but Kaoru just nodded and petted his head. Tears spilled out of Aoi's eyes. Kaoru wiped the tears away with his finger before wrapping Aoi up in the blanket.

Uruha hummed as he concentrated on his mate's hand on his head. Ruki was rubbing through the honey blonde's hair. Uruha turned and smiled up at his mate. The brunette looked down at Uruha laying on his lap. The honey blonde smiled as he brought Ruki's hand down to his stomach. Ruki gave him a strange look, but Uruha just smiled as he rubbed the hand back and forth.

Ruki gasped. "H-how do you know?"

Uruha smiled. "Instincts, but let's keep it quiet for now."

Ruki smiled and leaned down to kiss his mate.

Two days later, Tsuzuku smiled happily as he stood in front of the mirror getting ready for the day. He smiled after applying some lipstick and straightening his fishnet shirt before slipping on a black tank top over it. He stepped out of the bathroom and walked down the hallway to see his pack getting ready to head out. He glanced over to find Reita sitting in his futon with Kai next to him. Shinya was on his other side checking his temperature. Tsuzuku walked over to Shou who was talking to Hitsugi.

"What's going on with Reita?" He asked.

"His fever spiked back up last night. Shinya's making sure if it's still the Omega sickness or something else." Shou said.

"Shouldn't he have gotten better by now?" Hitsugi asked.

"Yeah." Shou sighed. "Shinya thinks he might have caught a normal flu as well. That or…"

"Or what?" Tsuzuku asked.

"Or he might just be having some long term effects from his forced injections. From back when he was cage fighting."

They watched from afar as Kai nodded his head and Reita look down. Kai helped his mate up to his feet before helping him walk towards the hallway. Shinya walked towards them and waved his hand to Kyo who nodded.

"Let's head out." He announced.

Tsuzuku parted from his pack and headed up the street to his salon. He stepped inside and was greeted happily by his co-workers. He quickly hugged them before setting up his station. As he did, his blue haired co-worker walked up to him.

"So…" She said.

"So, what?"

"Are you dressed up because of a certain client?" She asked with a pervy smile. "You know the one who likes to touch you."

Tsuzuku smiled shy. "Shut up."

"Ahh you are! So is he going to come in today?"

"I don't know. I hope so." He sung happily.

Nao groaned as Tora and Saga talked with Yoshiki. He was ignored once more. He quietly slipped away and headed upstairs to the fourth floor. He carefully tip toed down the hallway to the cracked door. He peeked inside to see Kai wiping at Reita's forehead. He watched as Kai moved down and kissed Reita on the lips. Nao turned with tears in his eyes. He clenched his teeth walking down the stairs. As he made his way out of the hallway he saw Saga looking around. As he stepped out arms grabbed his shoulders and forced him to turn around. He staring at an angry Tora.

"Where the hell did you go? I told you for you to be out here you have to stay with me!"

"I just went to the bathroom." Nao whimpered.

Tora shook his head and pulled his friend into a hug. "Okay. Okay I believe you. Just tell me next time."

Nao nodded in his grip.

Tsuzuku pulled the cover off his client and turned her to look in the mirror. She smiled brightly at her platinum blonde hair streaked with greens and blues. She stood up and hugged her hairstylist before paying at the register. He watched as she stepped out and waved goodbye. He looked at the clock to see the time to close coming soon. He sighed looking at his station. His co-workers looked sadly at each other. Tsuzuku started cleaning up the bell to the door rung as another customer walked in. A familiar smell hit his nose. He smiled and turned to find Ryoga stepping inside. The blonde gave a smug smile as he walked in towards the hairstylist.

"I'm glad to see you back on your feet."

"Thank you. And thanks for the medicine. How did you know?" Tsuzuku asked.

Ryoga smiled. "Lucky guess. How are you feeling?"

"I'm good, Thanks. Your note made me laugh."

"Good." Ryoga said with a smile. They stood in silence for a few seconds. Ryoga cleared his throat. "Um…okay I'll just go ahead and ask. Would you like to go out with me tonight?"

"You mean on a date?"

"Yes."

"I don't know. I still have to close up and…" Tsuzuku looked past the blonde's shoulder and at his co-workers. They were nodding their heads and waving their hands telling him to go. He smiled. "Okay. Let me make a quick phone call and get my things."

Ryoga nodded and watched as Tsuzuku walked to the break room. He stepped in and grabbed the phone off the wall. He dialed a familiar number a waited as the phone rang.

"Toshiya speaking."

"Hey Toshiya, its Tsuzuku. Listen, I'm going to hang out with my co-workers tonight."

"Uh huh. This has nothing to do with that note you got does it?"

"I'll be fine Toshiya. Let Kyo know I'll be late."

Ryoga tapped his hands together as he waited outside for a good ten minutes before Tsuzuku finally walked out. Ryoga smiled earning a smile in return. They started walking down the sidewalk. Ryoga led the way downtown and towards a restaurant. Tsuzuku looked over at some of the buildings. He swallowed hard as he realized how close to the border of the packs. Ryoga turned away from the border and headed down another street. They stood in front of a nice cozy restaurant. Ryoga smiled.

"Will this be good for you?"

"As long as you're paying." Tsuzuku giggled.

"Of course." Ryoga replied opening the door up. They stepped in and was given a smile by the hostess

"Ryoga, I didn't know you were coming in." She said happily.

"Spur of the moment. Is my favorite seat available?"

"Just opened up. Follow me." She said. They followed her to the back of the store to a booth by the window. Tsuzuku looked at the flower in the thin vase and a candle that was lit up. She waited for them to sit before placing their menus down. "Your waiter will be right with you."

Tsuzuku waited until she left. "You come here a lot?"

"Everyday." Ryoga said with a smile. "I'm a chef here. Today is just my day off."

"Oh wow. When are you going to cook me something yummy?"

"If you come to my place some time, I just might."

Tsuzuku hummed as he looked over the menu. "Ryoga, seriously though, how did you know that we were all sick?"

Ryoga scratched the back of his head, "The last city I was in had a major outbreak of the Omega Sickness. I noticed less omegas were coming out of the factory and then I was told you were sick. I just guessed. It couldn't have hurt to try the Greenflush."

Tsuzuku smiled. "Thank you. Even though you just outed yourself as a stalker."

Ryoga blushed as his date laughed at him.

It wasn't long before they're waiter came by and took their orders. Ryoga took a sip of his drink as Tsuzuku leaned on the table.

"So what brought you out to Ravenstone?"

Ryoga shrugged. "I'm a traveler. I jump from town to town. City to city. Every few months I move to a new place. I just happened to stumble here."

"Just like you just happened to see me leaving work one day."

"Yes." Ryoga smiled. "I have no place to call home. I've never been accepted anywhere I've gone. I play around a bit and run off afterwards."

"A lone wolf." Tsuzuku smiled. "Does this mean I'm just a fling for you? One night stand type of thing?"

Ryoga bit his lip. "If you don't want to that's fine. I want to make it clear that I don't want any commitments, just a good time with a good-looking guy. I'm only going to be here a few more weeks before I hightail it out of here. Why don't we have more than one meet up until then?"

"I don't mind." Tsuzuku said. "Just some friendly fucking right? I'm down with that."

"My place after dinner then?" Ryoga asked.

"Yeah."

Nao scowled looking at the floor. He looked over at Tora who was playing a card game with a few others. Melody had closed the store early so Takeru and Uruha were back home. Uruha was off sleeping somewhere while Takeru played with Tora, Saga, and Teru. He sighed before walking over to them. He poked the alpha on the shoulder. Tora turned and looked up at him.

"I'm hungry. I want to make something to eat." Nao mumbled.

Tora nodded and stood up. "Alright, let's go."

Nao bit his lip as he followed the alpha down the hallways towards the kitchen. Tora leaned by the counter as he watched Nao pull out some bread and peanut butter. He kept glancing at the alpha as he slowly spread the peanut butter on the bread. Tora sighed as he took the bread from Nao's hand and tossed it.

"You were tearing it up. Try not digging the knife into the bread." He said taking over from Nao. The omega stepped back and watched as Tora started working on the sandwich. Nao glanced over at the pans hanging over the stove. He quietly grabbed the iron skillet and lifted it off its hook. He grabbed it with both hands and swung it. There was a loud crack as it struck the side of Tora's head. The alpha fell to the floor. Nao watched as blood started to spread around the unconscious wolf's head. He sat the pan down before grabbing a large knife. He turned and started walking out when Takeru walked in.

The omega was smiling until he saw Tora's body on the floor with blood all over. He gasped and looked at Nao before turning to run. Nao gave a short chase before grabbing Takeru's arm. Before he could shout, Nao stabbed the knife into his throat. Blood spewed from Takeru's mouth as Nao pulled the blade out. The young omega stumbled back before falling motionless to the floor.

Nao hid the blade in his pants and tucked his blood covered hand into his pocket before walking out. He was quiet climbing the stairs in the hallway. He snuck up to the fourth floor and tiptoed down the hall. He pulled the knife out before pushing the door open. Inside Kai looked up from his sleeping mate.

He growled standing up. "What are you doing up here?"

Nao shrugged stepping in. Kai stood and walked towards him, but stopped as Nao revealed the knife.

The new smell roused Reita from his slumber. He slowly sat up and rubbed his head looking at the scene in front of him. He watched as Nao stepped closer.

"Kai?" He whimpered. The brunette turned to him.

"It's going to be okay." Kai said. Nao's eyes widen and lift the knife in the air.

"Kai look out!" Reita screamed. Before the alpha could turn all the way around Nao had struck him with the handle of the knife. Kai grunted as he fell into the wall hitting his head on it. They waited for him to move, but he remained motionless. Reita stood on his shaking feet as Nao moved in closer. Reita glanced at Kai's motionless body then back to Nao as he moved in closer. Reita stepped back. Nao charged in swinging the blade, but the blonde was able to jump back. He dodged the knife as best as he could.

He glanced over at the glass doors then he turned back as Nao swung again. He moved back, but his neck was grazed by the knife. He gripped the cut on his neck and ran to the doors to open them up. He turned raising his hands to fight back. He glanced down at the flower pot on the balcony. He slowly stepped backwards, outside to the balcony. Nao shouted as he charged forward and Reita quickly reached down to grab the pot. Before he could lift it up, Nao slashed his arm and Reita slid to the side then back. His back was pressed against the balcony ledge. Nao smiled and swung the blade at the blonde's neck.

Reita leaned back to dodge and his foot slipped on the snow on the balcony floor. Nao grabbed Reita's shirt and pushed him further. The blonde felt his body tip back. He gasped and reached out as began to fall. He squeezed his eyes shut, but his palm touched a metal bar and it was enough for him to grip it. His body flipped and his chest slammed into the side of the balcony. His eyes opened from the impact and his hand slipped, but both his hands grabbed onto the concrete flooring. He gasped for air as he stared up at Nao. The omega pressed his boot onto Reita's hand and grinded it into the concrete. Reita cried out as one of his hands was pushed off the balcony. Reita looked below at the snowy ground then up at Nao.

Kai groaned as he pulled his body up and gripped his stinging head. He blinked trying to even out his vision. He heard his mate shouting. Kai gasped looking around the room. He spotted Nao out on the balcony and saw him bend down. He could hear Reita cry out in pain. Kai growled as he jumped to his feet. He charged in and gripped Nao's shirt to pull him back. Nao landed with a hard thud. He looked down and dropped to his knees when he saw Reita hanging on with one hand. Reita had been digging his nails into the concrete and his whole hand was bloody from knife cuts. Kai quickly gripped the blonde's wrist and started pulling him up. Reita looked up with relief, but gasped when he saw Nao standing above his mate.

"Kai behind you!" He screamed.

Before he could react, Nao stabbed the blade into Kai's back. The brunette cried out losing his grip for a split second. Kai shot his arm out between the metal bars to grab Reita's wrist again. The omega cried out falling a few inches, but was jerked when his mate grabbed him once more. Kai held onto the metal bar to help pull Reita up. Kai cried out once more when Nao pulled the knife out.

Reita started to cry. "Let go, Kai! He'll kill you!"

"I won't let you go." Kai grunted. Reita watched as Nao lifted the knife back into the air.

Ryoga unlocked the door to his small apartment and let Tsuzuku in. They slipped off their shoes and walked into the living room. The blonde turned towards the kitchen to grab them a beer. As he walked out he saw Tsuzuku slowly moving his body dropping his tank top to the floor. Ryoga smiled as he made his way to the couch and sat the beers to the side. He watched as the omega danced and slowly pull his fishnet shirt off. Tsuzuku slowly walked up and climbed over Ryoga's lap. The blonde gripped Tsuzuku's hips as they rolled in his lap. He leaned in and sucked on one of Tsuzuku's pierced nipples. The brunette smiled throwing his head back as Ryoga grinded his hips against him. Ryoga pulled off and the brunette moved down to capture his lips.

"Mm, let's move…" Ryoga moaned between kisses.

"You have…condoms right?" Tsuzuku asked shoving his tongue in Ryoga's mouth. The blonde bit on his lip and tugged at it before pulling away.

"I have condoms, and lube, and more condoms."

"Mmm, I think's it time we go to the bedroom then." Tsuzuku said. Ryoga smiled as he stood, holding onto the brunette's rear as he did so. Tsuzuku smiled, wrapping his legs around Ryoga's waist. The brunette pressed kisses on the alpha as he was carried into the bedroom and thrown onto the bed. Ryoga crawled over him kissed his chest on the way up. The blonde licked up Tsuzuku's neck and bit down on it. The brunette gasped closing his eyes. Ryoga pushed some of his pressure onto Tsuzuku's body, making him gasp out.

"More…"Tsuzuku gasped.

Ryoga moved up and rubbed Tsuzuku's cheek. "I'll give you as much as you want." He said pressing his lips on the omega's swollen ones.

Toshiya yawned as he locked up the shop. He turned to see Miyavi looking down at his locket necklace. He cleared his throat catching Miyavi's attention. The omega closed the locket of his daughters' photos. He smiled and they started walking towards home. Toshiya let out a heavy breath.

"Why don't you and Melody take a week and go see them?" Toshiya said. "It's been months since you last spoke with them."

Miyavi sniffled holding back his tears. "If we go see them we probably wouldn't come back."

"Maybe that's for the best."

"What?" Miyavi said stopping in his tracks.

Toshiya sighed and turned to face him. "You two have family. A pack that will take you in again. Not all of us have that option. You two should take it and be with your children. You'll be safe. Your kids will be safe. You'll have a pack to protect you."

"We can't just leave you guys." Miyavi gasped.

"It's a tough decision for you and Melody to make. Talk to her about it. Talk to Kyo."

Miyavi shook his head. They started walking again towards home. Miyavi looked down at his daughters' pictures again and sniffled.

As they approached the factory, Toshiya patted Miyavi's back and smiled. Miyavi smiled back and went to say something, but a scream caught his attention. They ran through the gate barely caught the sight of someone hanging from a balcony ledge.

"Oh shit!" Toshiya shouted. He and Miyavi ran into the factory. Those inside were shocked as they ran through the foyer and to the hallway where the stairs were. They stormed up to the fourth floor where they could hear the screaming even more. Toshiya charged down the hallway and opened the door.

Reita could feel his arm slipping in Kai's grasp. His wrist slipped through and their hands gripped onto each other. Reita sniffled as he watched Nao lift the bloody knife once more. He couldn't watch his mate be stabbed again. Kai's grip was weakening and Reita whimpered

"Please…let go and fight back." He cried.

Nao shouted as he went to stab Kai again, but he yelped when he was suddenly yanked back. Toshiya had grabbed him by the neck and threw him into the floor. Miyavi moved to hold Nao down as Toshiya ran to the balcony. He saw blood pooling around Kai's body.

"Nao stabbed him" Reita cried, "Help him!"

"You first." Toshiya said reaching down to grab the blonde.

Nao growled as he changed into his wolf form and bit into Miyavi's shoulder making him scream out in pain. Toshiya turned in time to see Nao charging for them. Knowing Kai still had a hold of Reita, he let go and moved to change into his grey wolf form. Toshiya moved to snap at Nao, but the omega jumped over him and onto Kai's body. Nao bit down on the alpha's arm and ripped at it. Kai yelled in pain, but Toshiya slammed his body into Nao pushing him off Kai's body. The forced jerked Kai and he gasped as his hand slipped.

"No!" He screamed as he watched Reita's body drop through the air.

After seeing Toshiya run through the foyer, Koichi proceeded to wake Yoshiki up from his slumber. After getting up Yoshiki looked around the room.

"Where's Nao? Where's Tora?"

"They said something about getting some food." Saga said looking up from his game of solitaire. Yoshiki started walking to the kitchen with Koichi and Saga close behind. As they walked towards the kitchen doorway they saw Takeru laying on the floor. Koichi covered his mouth when he saw all the blood. Yoshiki ran to him and knelt next to his body. He pressed his fingers against the young omega's neck and closed his eyes as he pulled away. He shook his head and Koichi gasped burying his head into Saga's shoulder. Yoshiki walked further in to find Tora on his back groaning in pain. There was vomit next to his body.

"Koichi, go call Shinya and tell him Tora's hurt! Saga stay in here with him." Yoshiki ordered before running out.

He ran down the hallway to see the body of a wolf charging into the foyer. As made it to the stairs Toshiya's wolf form jumped from the stairs chasing it. Yoshiki ran after them out of the factory doors. He spotted Toshiya stopping at the gate before running towards the side. He followed the grey wolf, but stopped in his tracks when he saw Toshiya changed into his human form. He dropped next to a body on the ground. Yoshiki looked up to see Miyavi helping someone on the balcony. He looked back down at the body on the ground and noticed the familiar mop of blonde hair.

"Oh no." He gasped.

Nao whimpered as he ran through the city. He cried slowing to walk as he entered unfamiliar territory. He sniffed around and knew he wasn't in his part of the city anymore. He swallowed hard before turning and walking back, but he stopped. He couldn't go back. Not after what he's done. He turned around again to find a man with long brown hair standing there. His body shook as alpha pressure surrounded his body. The man was tall, wore loose skirt like pants, and his shirt was wide open despite the cold weather. Nao swallowed hard as the fit man walked towards him. He turned to run, but found a young man in all white with white hair smiling at him. He looked between them as they closed in on him.

"What do we have here?" The man said with a smile. "You don't belong on this side of the city. You're part of Kyo's pack aren't you?"

Nao sniffled. "No. No not anymore. Not after what I've done."

"Oh." The white haired man said. "What did the little puppy do?"

"I…I killed a pack member and tried to kill two others. I…hope those two are dead."

The man smiled. "My, my, what a brave little stray. I think I'd like to hear your story. What's your name?"

"N-Nao."

"Nao, it's nice to meet you. I'm Hiro, my mate here is Cazqui. Come let's talk."