Chapter 48 - Blindness

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Mikado's Proposal

 

The tension in Mikado's brows softened, his perfectly shaped eyes narrowing tenderly, full of affection as he gazed at Ren.

 

Ren blinked, watching Mikado's expression transform into something bright and full of warmth.

 

"You really were my fated pair after all."

 

"…What?"

 

Mikado slowly closed the distance between them, gently raising his hand to caress Ren's cheek.

 

"From the first day we met, I couldn't stop thinking about you. It may sound cliché, but I truly felt like I'd found my destined one. But you were Aoi's older brother—an Alpha among Alphas. You were famous and incredibly beautiful. So, I tried to convince myself that my feelings were just admiration or awe."

 

"…"

 

"But recently, I finally realized it. It wasn't just admiration. I've been in love with you this whole time. Falling for another Alpha felt really confusing at first, but no matter how hard I tried, I couldn't give up on you."

 

Mikado smiled, his joy evident yet tinged with a shy hesitance.

 

Ren's heart fluttered at that smile, warming him from the inside. Mikado's emotions, conveyed through his touch, sent small tremors through Ren's body.

 

"I came here tonight intending to confess properly. I wanted to look you in the eyes and tell you I love you. Then, I was ready to be rejected, to give up and move on."

 

"Ah…"

 

"But then, you turned out to be an Omega. I…I can't even explain it. I'm so happy, I…"

 

Mikado gently pulled Ren into an embrace, his cheek brushing against Ren's hair with deep affection. The warmth of Mikado's breath at his ear only caused Ren's heat to surge even more. Trying to suppress his rising emotions, Ren tensed, prompting Mikado to pull back slightly and apologize, "I-I'm sorry."

 

"When I catch your scent, Mr. Ren... I just..."

 

"You just what?"

 

"I just can't help how I feel… It's like, just holding you isn't enough anymore... Ah, I-I'm so sorry! I've been clinging to you so much, without even thinking...!!"

 

"No, it's not—"

 

"I-I must be disgusting, right?! I lost control, not even thinking about how you might be feeling. It doesn't matter if you're an Alpha or an Omega; it doesn't change someone's heart. Just because you're an Omega doesn't mean my feelings will be returned. What am I even thinking…?"

 

Despite the overwhelming pull of Ren's pheromones, Mikado was clearly trying to restrain himself. His large frame paired with such an earnest and gentle attitude only made him more endearing, and Ren couldn't help but laugh.

 

As the laughter took over, the tension left Ren's body, and he rested his forehead against Mikado's shoulder, shaking with quiet giggles.

 

"…Um… what's happening?"

 

"I'm sorry… I just… I relaxed too much…"

 

"R-Relaxed?"

 

"Hugging isn't enough for me either."

 

"…Right, sorry… Wait, what?"

 

The bewildered expression on Mikado's face was so amusing that Ren laughed even more. He couldn't resist the endearing, almost adorable look on Mikado's face, a deep affection bubbling up inside him. Wiping away the tears that had begun to form, Ren lowered his eyes in embarrassment.

 

"So… does that mean… you…"

 

"I've always known you were my fated pair. From the moment we met, I was certain you were my 'soulmate.'"

 

"Y-Your soulmate…"

 

At Ren's words, Mikado's expression brightened with an almost blinding radiance. On the verge of tears yet smiling so brilliantly, Mikado gently wiped away the tears glistening at the corner of Ren's eyes.

 

"So… it wasn't just in my head…! I'm so happy, I feel like I'm going to explode! I even talked to Aoi about how I wished I were an Omega!"

 

"Heh... If you were such a hulking Omega, even if I were a true Alpha, I'd have to turn you down."

 

Ren chuckled, and Mikado let out an awkward laugh as well, embarrassed. "Aoi said the same thing," Mikado added with a sheepish grin. Then, his expression shifted to something more serious, gazing at Ren with genuine sincerity.

 

"I'm just… really happy. This wasn't a misunderstanding… I'm really, truly…!"

 

Before Ren could react, Mikado hugged him tightly, squeezing so hard it nearly took Ren's breath away. Ren wrapped his arms around Mikado's broad back, hugging him in return. Delighted by this response, Mikado pulled Ren even closer.

 

The warmth and strength in Mikado's embrace made it impossible for Ren's heated body to resist any longer. Every breath Mikado took, every subtle movement of his fingers, sent shivers of sweet pleasure coursing through Ren.

 

"Ah… ugh…"

 

"Mr. Ren?"

 

"Mmh… ah…"

 

Just the sensation of Mikado's breath against his ear made Ren's hips tremble. Mikado's composed expression slowly began to slip, his Alpha instincts surfacing. The intensity in Mikado's dark eyes was magnetic, making it impossible for Ren to look away.

 

"May I… kiss you?"

 

"Wha…?"

 

"When you look at me like that… I don't know what else to do…"

 

"Mmph… ah…"

 

Mikado's lips lightly brushed Ren's cheek. His lips trailed softly, moving down to Ren's pointed chin.

 

The shirt that had been torn earlier was now gently parted, and Mikado's hand slid tenderly over Ren's waist. Ren had never been touched like this before, let alone kissed, and unsure of how to react, he shifted slightly, pushing against Mikado's chest. Yet, Mikado could sense that Ren wasn't truly resisting, and he grasped Ren's hand firmly with his much larger one.

 

"W-Wait, Mikado…"

 

"Haruhito."

 

"Huh…?"

 

"Please, call me Haruhito."

 

"Haru…hito…?"

 

"Ah… you're driving me crazy…"

 

Mikado's voice trembled with emotion as he whispered in Ren's ear, his warm breath tickling Ren's skin.

 

"Please… make me your mate."

 

"Ah…"

 

"I can't wait any longer. I love you. Please… let me stay by your side…"

 

Mikado's lips pressed gently against Ren's, a soft and tender kiss. Then, he nibbled at Ren's lips, lightly tasting them.

 

The warmth and pressure of Mikado's lips felt so good, and the hot breath between their kisses made Ren's mind spin. As he closed his eyes, tears quietly flowed from his golden, jade-like eyes.

 

Mikado, noticing the tears, was briefly startled but quickly softened into a gentle smile. He kissed away the tears from Ren's flushed cheeks and then pressed another kiss to his lips.

 

"Mmph… ah…"

 

"Mr. Ren…"

 

"Ah… mmh… ha…"

 

"I love you. I adore you…"

 

"Mmh… mmh…"

 

Their kiss deepened, their lips glistening with shared saliva, wet and sensual. Mikado's scent, mixed with his breath, was intoxicatingly sweet, filling Ren's senses.

 

As Mikado pulled Ren's waist tighter, their bodies pressed closely together. Ren could feel Mikado's arousal against his stomach. It was something that once would have repulsed him, yet now, being wanted by Mikado felt overwhelmingly joyful, even blissful.

 

But then… a sudden wave of fear washed over him.

 

I'm scared… I've never experienced a full heat without medication before… Can I really stay myself…?

 

He wanted to be with Mikado, to stay in this embrace, to be loved even more deeply. The happiness of finally reaching this long-awaited moment was undeniable, but just as they were on the brink of reaching that bliss, Ren's pride—rooted in living as an Alpha all this time—held him back.

 

All the while, Mikado continued to kiss Ren's neck, his hands caressing Ren's waist and back with gentle affection. The rising tide of pleasure made Ren's body yearn even more for Mikado, yet an inexplicable fear made Ren's heart hesitate.

 

"Ah… mmm…"

 

Mikado's large hand slid down from Ren's waist to his backside, and as he was caressed with such sensual tenderness, a wet, lewd moan escaped Ren's lips.

 

Embarrassed by the sound of his own voice, Ren bit his lip and squeezed his eyes shut, clinging to Mikado while stifling his whines. But as Mikado's hand moved towards Ren's erection, Ren's composure broke.

 

"Ah! No… w-wait…!"

 

"What's wrong?"

 

"I-I'm scared…"

 

"Huh?"

 

"I've always suppressed my heat with medication. This is the first time it's happening like this... I don't know what to do..."

 

"Is that so...?"

 

"I... I don't know how to be with you like this... So..."

 

Ren, despite being the older of the two, felt ashamed for voicing such fears. He feared that his words might dampen the mood, disappointing Mikado. Anxiously, Ren glanced up at him.

 

But Mikado's eyes sparkled with joy. His cheeks were more flushed than ever, and he gazed at Ren with pure delight.

 

"W-What is it?"

 

"Ah… truly… you're something else."

 

"Huh...?"

 

"It pains me deeply to say this to you, Mr. Ren, but..."

 

"Wh-what? Just say it! I'm sure I'm—"

 

"You're really... adorable."

 

"Huh?"

 

Startled by the unexpected declaration, Ren looked up at Mikado in shock. Mikado, gently stroking Ren's cheek with the back of his fingers, spoke with emotion in his voice.

 

"I never imagined I'd hear you say something like that... Mr. Ren, you're just... too cute... I..."

 

"C-cute? Me?"

 

"I would never do anything you dislike... I'll be careful. But... it looks like you're also in pain."

 

"W-wait... don't touch...!"

 

Mikado's fingers teasingly brushed up the front of Ren's slacks, causing Ren to let out a startled cry. With teary eyes, Ren glared at Mikado, who wore a conflicted yet gentle smile.

 

"Mr. Ren... do you hate doing this with me?"

 

"I… don't hate it."

 

After a brief pause, Ren whispered, his voice small. Mikado smiled, visibly relieved. Then, in a slightly hesitant tone, he said:

 

"I want to touch you even more, Mr. Ren. So, why don't we practice a little?"

 

"Practice...?"

 

"Let's move somewhere more comfortable. A place where you can relax... and we can practice being together."

 

"..."

 

Mikado awkwardly scratched the back of his neck, embarrassed.

 

Faced with this heartfelt proposal, Ren nodded ever so slightly in response.

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