Getting Closer
Shortly after they returned to Stray Base, Minho turned to Jisung as they headed back to Jisung's current home, "So, you will be willing to finally move in with the pack. Right?"
Jisung watched him a moment. Ears swiveling. He made to respond, before he turned to the approach of someone. He let out a frustrated sigh. Rolling his eyes. Hayoon really was a persistent beta, wasn't she? Jisung gently grabbed Minho's arm, and pulled him along, "Let's get inside where it's cooler. And we can avoid her."
Minho at this, growled lowly, "She can fuck off."
Jisung at this, finally smirked, "And who the fuck was it I kissed?"
Minho at his reminder, softly blushed, "I-I liked it."
Jisung chuckled, "Good." He guided Minho up the porch, and into the house. Thankfully, keeping Hayoon out. Minho half feared she would barge in. But a peek over his shoulder, saw her father had intercepted her from doing so. He would have to thank her father for being overprotective of her. And very much so against Jisung. At least, in terms of being with his daughter. Jisung finally turned to Minho, gently letting him go, "And you did ask me to. I'll not ask Hyunjin and Changbin to force their coming together sooner than it should. But, I may be okay sleeping on the couch." He turned, gesturing to where he actually slept. Staying in the downstairs area. Minho at this, frowned. Jisung shrugged once more, "I think it will be fine."
Minho finally turned to him, "I'm glad you'll at least be with the rest of the pack."
Jisung smirked, "As will I." He then gently stalked closer. Coming to be in Minho's space. The omega not at all worried. Jisung brought his arms around Minho's waist. Gently pulling him closer, "I guess this means we start our own relationship."
Minho smiled softly, nodding in agreement, "I'd like that."
Jisung nodded, before he winked at him. And proceeded to show him the box of condoms that had kickstarted their relationship, "This means this entire box, is ours. The community can have the rest."
Minho at this, blushed deep and dark, "Jisung!" He gently smacked his chest. Not enough to hurt, merely to get Jisung's attention, "We just had our first kiss."
Jisung raised an eyebrow, "Are you saying you would have objected to going through with our first time together, if Hayoon hadn't found our little store?" Minho at this, blushed even more. Biting his bottom lip. He had had that thought race though his mind. Of Jisung not pocketing that packet, but rather opening it. And Minho actually would not have minded Jisung fucking him in that store. Fuck Hayoon, and her ability to stop that from becoming reality. Based on his silence, Jisung smirked, "I suppose it can wait. Until you are ready."
Minho sighed, bringing his hands to Jisung's chest. He then leaned in, resting his head between his hands, "I need time. I honestly shouldn't be this eager to have sex with you. Or anyone, really?"
He felt Jisung stiffen, before a low cautious tone was his voice, "Why~?"
Minho bit his bottom lip a moment, "I'm not quite ready to tell anyone. It was a while ago, yet it still haunts me. I was lucky the gods intervened when they did. Otherwise, I would not be here. In any capacity. I'm not even sure if he still draws normal breath. I fear meeting him again one day, and how it will happen."
Jisung hummed, hand now gently stroking down his back. A soothing and calming gesture. His chin resting on Minho's crown. He was listening. Minho sighed, closing his eyes, "I'll tell you, I swear I will. But, I'm not ready to yet." He pulled back, and looked into Jisung's fire red eyes, "We just kissed. I want to savor it, before I bring in past hurt."
Jisung watched him, peering into his fire blue eyes. After a moment and deep hum, he nodded. Clearly understanding, "Alright. But I want you to know, I won't hurt you baby. Tell me when you're ready. Everything. Especially his name. I meet this alpha, I will make him regret his choices."
Minho smirked, "We'll see."
Jisung smiled softly, and leaned in. Sweetly nuzzling him. Minho at this, smiled and began to purr. Nuzzling back. Showing that he was very much affectionate with Jisung. After giving Minho a final nudge, Jisung caught him in yet another kiss. Eyes closing. Minho sighed, relaxing. Enjoying the kiss. While still tinted with cigarette smoke, he wasn't put off. His hands slipped up Jisung's chest. Coming over his shoulders. And to rest behind his neck. Leaning more into him. Pressing his body tight to Jisung's. He let out a soft and low moan. And finally, parted his lips. His knees buckled, and his breath escaped him. Jisung's warm tongue instantly invaded his mouth. Licking away at where it could reach. Before finding Minho's own tongue, and starting to massage it. Minho moaned softly, pressing deeper. Furthering their kiss. He could really, really, really get used to this.
They seemed content to kiss for a while.
//
Hyunjin stood with his arms crossed, watching as Jisung more or less put his things about the couch.
Jisung frowned at him, "What?"
Hyunjin shrugged, "About time you moved in with your pack. Your completed pack, I should say."
Minho spoke with a cautionary tone, "Hyunjin~. Don't push it."
Hyunjin turned to him, and smirked, "Finally got your alpha, hm?"
Minho snorted, "Unlike you."
Jisung sat on the couch, relaxing. Clearly content to have moved in officially, "Now Minho, no need for that." He turned to Hyunjin, "Minho asked, I agreed. Plus, I could use a breather from Hayoon. I'm pretty sure you've seen how she's been acting. I can only thank the gods her parents don't approve of me. "
Hyunjin hummed, arms crossed, "Even with you smoking?"
Jisung looked to him, shrugging, "It's not a repellent, Hyunjin. While it puts you all off. It doesn't Hayoon. Or Minho. But I am trying to quit." He leaned closer, eyes bearing into Hyunjin's, "For Minho's sake, more than yours."
Hyunjin rolled his eyes, even as Minho frowned at him, "Better than nothing. And I wish you two didn't have this animosity between you. You're pack. And you will need to rely on one another in due time."
Hyunjin sighed, even as Jisung spoke, "I've never been particularly good with others. I never really had friends. Yes, part of it was due to my condition. While Hyunjin and I may be at odds, there is one thing I will never lie about. I am loyal to those I know I can trust. Friends, family." He nodded, "Pack. Hyunin is my pack. Therefore, I will be loyal. I will fight and protect. Doesn't mean I have to get along with everyone like it's all sunshine and rainbows." He shrugged, "Someone calls Hyunjin some unsavory thing, I will punch them out. Then drag them to Changbin to deal with. Knowing he's Hyunjin's alpha. Someone calls Changbin something, I'll punch them out. And drag them to Chan and Hyunjin to deal with. I will defend my pack. No matter what." He turned and pointed to Minho, "But you are my top priority. Anyone does anything to you or says anything about you, I will make them pay. You're my mate. I have a right to defend and protect you and your honor. Anyone disrespects my mate or my pack, will wish they never had. Me quitting my smokes, means that Minho and by extension the pack, are the only things that can keep the unstoppable alpha killer at bay. When I become unleashed, then you'll understand why I smoked so damned much in the first place. And why I had trouble even getting or keeping friends. I was fucking classified as dangerous. That doesn't exactly make one any happier, you know."
Hyunjin watched him for a long moment, before he sighed. Nodding slowly, "Yeah."
Jisung turned to Minho, and spoke softly, "I will relish our time together. I fear once you see what I can become, you may find I am not the mate you really want."
Minho at this, felt his heart strain. Worried for Jisung. How was he to prove he'd never leave Jisung? Well, actions spoke louder than words. He spoke softly, sitting beside him and taking his hand in his, "You let me decide when the time comes."
Jisung hummed, but nodded. After only a moment's pause, Chan finally entered, "Just as you have the pack's backs, you've got ours. I'm a direwolf. Shadow demon blood direwolf. I can become rather unhinged myself. But I haven't for a long time. This new world may bring it out in me. I suppose one could say I am classified as dangerous, as well. Direwolves are a rare hybrid breed." He turned from Jisung, to Hyunjin, "The next run you all go on, I'll be joining. I need some field time. Changbin will go next. Can't very well be proper alphas, if we don't fight and go on runs now and again. Felix won't go, even though we gave him the option of occasional runs. He says he'll wait until he's more comfortable."
Hyunjin nodded, "Works for me."
Minho spoke, his head already resting on Jisung's shoulder, "Be wary of Hayoon."
Chan smirked, "I already am." He then smiled softly, "And, I am glad you two are finally together." He then turned, fists on his hips to Hyunjin, "Now, you and Bin are all that's left."
Hyunjin at this, blushed, "Ya! We're getting there."
Chan nodded, gently patting him on the back, "If you say so."
Hyunjin proceeded to flip him off, even as Minho smirked, "We just want you two happy."
Hyunjin hummed, before he turned with a huff, "I know. But back off a bit. We're getting there."
Chan nodded, even as Hyunjin finally left for his warren. Chan smirked as he watched him go, before turning back to the two, "And, glad you're moved in Jisung."
Jisung nodded, even as Chan finally left them alone. Jisung smiled softly, turning and pressing a soft kiss to Minho's forehead. Minho sighed softly, smiling tenderly. Snuggling closer. And content to just stay there. Cuddling with his alpha. Someday soon, he would have to tell Jisung about Woojin.
But, it could wait a little longer.
//
"So, you and Jisung were pretty cozy for most of the day."
Minho blinked, looking to his roommate and nest mate. He took in the light furred omega with the freckles a moment, before a blush formed. Dusting his cheeks softly, even as he replied on a low mumble, "Well, he's my alpha."
Felix at this, beamed, "I'm glad. He's the right one for you. I know it." He then looked to Minho with hope and worry, "You, will bring my Channie home. Right?"
Minho blinked at him a moment. He gave a soft and understanding smile, "I promise. He's a good one. We're not losing him, if we can help it."
Felix nodded, clutching his night top tightly. He shook his head, "I don't want to lose you, either. Or Hyunjinnie. Or even Innie. You're my pack."
Minho watched him a moment, before he sighed softly. Relaxing, and offering a comforting smile, "You won't, Felix. Not for a while. We're aware of the dangers out there. And we're prepared to face it. And keep an eye on things. It's those that refuse to leave for even a hunt, that are unaware of the dangers. They will grow too comfortable. And start to want the former life again. Rejecting Chan's authority, and leadership. Bringing our base to its knees. But that is a bit off yet. Chan and Bin have already got things set for when the base falls. However, we have an issue. Where do we go from here?"
Felix nodded, before he approached. Hugging Minho, and nuzzling his chest, "Promise you all won't leave me behind?"
Minho at this, gave a warm chuckle, "Felix, you're pack. Why would we leave you behind willingly? I know Chan will fight like hell to protect you, and bring you with."
Felix nodded, slowly calming again, "I know."
Minho continued to speak softly, looking into his galaxy blue eyes, "It's okay to be afraid, Felix. Better than the fools we're currently working hard to protect and provide for."
Felix smiled warmly, "I know. Thank you."
Minho nodded, "You're welcome. Now, try and get some sleep." He smirked, "And if you have any worries that wake you, seek Chan out." He winked, "I'm sure he'd love the opportunity to cuddle you, and help you feel safe."
Felix smiled, nodding enthusiastically. Eventually, they climbed into their conjoined nest. And soon, drifted to sleep. Well, Felix did. Minho found himself having a little trouble doing so. He wasn't quite sure what it was that made sleep difficult for him. Was it the fear of the coming fall of their base? Was it losing Jisung? Leaving Jisung behind? The pack? Or was it Woojin, and his attempt to rape Minho oh so long ago? He wished he knew. He tried not to awaken Felix. He was finally sleeping peacefully. A soft smile on his face. But he could not help tossing and turning. After long enough, he released a sigh of surrender. He carefully got up, leaving the sanctity of his nest. Softly making his way from their room, and down to where he knew he would find his rest. He was quiet down the stairs, and into the living room. He nearly jumped, when he heard noise from the main room. A former office. And the alphas' main head quarters. But a peak showed him Chan was monitoring things. Despite being in a safe zone, they refused to have the place run without one of them keeping an eye on things.
Worked perfectly for him.
They could only trust one another, and Junyoung.
Minho turned, and entered the living room. Easily finding Jisung. Already fast asleep. After observing him long enough with his bottom lip between his fangs, Minho joined him. Easily slipping between the back of the couch, and Jisung. Cuddling into his side. Head resting in his shoulder region. Clutching him. Feeling peace finally come for him. Tonight, he was omega. Well, more omega than he often let out. As he was drifting to sleep, he felt Jisung's arm wrap around his waist. Gently holding him close. A silent promise of protection. With soft warm lips pressing a kiss to his forehead, Minho faded into a dreamless sleep. Minho still wished he knew what had caused him to be so restless. Was his omega sensing impending problems? Summer was starting to draw to a conclusion. Fall was coming. And while Minho often loved fall being a fall pup, he could not help but notice this change. Had the excitement and eventful calm of summer come to an end? Was this fall to be dark, dreary, and uncertain? With a soft small whimper, Minho snuggled closer. Silently begging Jisung to banish his worries from him. And the arm tightened about his waist, in answer.
The bright sun of summer, was slowly giving away to an impending dark cloud.