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‘‘We were victorious once again, all thanks to your strategy, Namjoon. You are truly a remarkable Alpha,’’
The Alpha King, Min Yoongi, was sitting under the pavilion, enjoying a drink of makgeolli with his most trustworthy man, Alpha Commander Kim Namjoon. They had just returned from a brutal battle and were successful once again.
Their nation had been victorious ever since Namjoon was in command. Yoongi would never regret appointing Namjoon to his kingdom, as the commander. In his eyes, Namjoon was like their kingdom’s guardian angel.
‘‘You honor me, your majesty,’’ the Alpha commander showed off a smile, as he took a sip from his ceramic cup. Ah, it felt good to have Makgeolli under the pavilion, after a good battle.
He was lightly injured, but his wounds were treated right away. His body and soul were both perfectly healthy. Now, he couldn’t wait to return to his residence so he could rest. The king had allowed him to return to his residence for more than a week, as a reward.
Of course, gold and jewelry were also part of the reward.
‘‘Enjoy your rest. However, Namjoon, wouldn’t it be nice if you returned to your residence with an Omega bride welcoming you?’’
‘‘What?’’ Namjoon raised his brows, out of surprise. He wasn’t expecting to hear that from the Alpha King. Perhaps, the alcohol had relaxed his mind too much…
‘‘Listen, Namjoon…’’ Yoongi paused for a moment and hazily took one last sip of his drink. Yes, the Alpha King was definitely a little drunk and was going to get scolded by his Queen very soon.
‘‘I’ve received a letter from another family, but I cannot accept the Omega as my concubine. I already have too many. Imagine what will happen if one more will join the palace? I’m afraid my Omegas will fight each other—ahem, so why don’t you take the Omega as your wife instead?’’
‘‘Your majesty, you’re arranging for me to marry an Omega now. You really behave like my father,’’ Namjoon made a light joke, taking another sip from his drink. He wasn’t sure what to say to Yoongi’s suggestion. He wasn’t sure if Yoongi was serious or not…
He knew the King already had too many Omegas in the palace, and couldn’t control them though, that was true!
‘‘Is it so bad to marry someone? Aren’t you lonely, idiot? Look, the Omega is pretty young. He’s 9 years younger than you, I think. But he seems like a sweet Omega. Take him as your wife. You’re 30 now. An honorable Commander and warrior like you must have some support, you know? Maybe after your marriage, you can even have pups-’’
Yoongi sounded pretty serious, even if he was a little drunk while talking to Namjoon. The Alpha Commander just let out an awkward laugh and accepted his suggestion, ‘‘Oh dear, alright. I’ll think about it, Your Majesty. I thank you for your wise suggestion.’’
Namjoon gave Yoongi a short polite bow, and the Alpha King just smiled at him, pouring himself another drink. Namjoon just chuckled as the two of them ended up having another drink together.
At first, Namjoon felt a little hesitant hearing Yoongi’s suggestion, but after a while, it didn’t sound too bad to him. Perhaps, he was feeling lonely, and he needed someone precious in his life.
And that someone would be….the Omega Park Jimin.
***
The Park family had been eagerly waiting for news from the palace to arrive for days now. They had sent a letter, wanting their Omega son, Jimin, to enter the palace as the King’s concubine.
However, two weeks later, they were met with surprising news. The King had denied their request but arranged for their Omega child to marry someone else.
‘‘Heavens, that King sure is full of surprises! I was so confident that he’d accept my little Jimin—I wanted you to enter the palace, pup,’’ the Omega mother turned to gaze at her Omega son, who was currently sitting on one of the cushions, in his pink robes.
His pretty little eyes were slightly widened, not knowing what was waiting for him. All this time, he thought he was going to be the King’s concubine. But now, he’d be marrying the Commander instead.
Jimin wasn’t sure how to feel. Either way, he was still…a little scared.
‘‘But alas, the Commander isn’t so bad either. Who am I to complain, hm? It seems that the Commander has gladly accepted you as his wife, so-’’ the Omega mother said, cooing at her pretty Omega child.
She was slightly disappointed that the King didn’t accept Jimin as his concubine, but she was still happy that the Commander chose him. With an angelic appearance and a sweet timid personality, Jimin was the perfect bride.
His mother had trained him well, yes.
Shortly before they sent the letter, Jimin had been going through some ‘bride’ education for Omegas. He had learned everything he needed to know, to be the perfect bride for his husband.
‘‘The Commander will be my husband, mother?’’ Jimin wondered in a small voice.
‘‘Yes, yes! Commander Kim Namjoon will be your husband! To tell you the truth, I was quite shocked he accepted the marriage proposal. It is rumored that he only cares about his work and doesn’t want a bride by his side. The King, however, made the suggestion to him and he accepted right away!’’
Jimin’s mother was excitedly explaining everything, clasping her hands together. She looked more excited than Jimin did about this marriage, ‘‘Ah! Your husband is close with the King, isn’t that great, dear?’’
‘‘Y-yes, sure, mother,’’ Jimin nodded, voice still as small as ever. His little body was shaking, just thinking about the arranged marriage. In a few days, the marriage would take place.
Now, they had to wait for Namjoon to come over so they could choose the date for the marriage. Jimin, despite his fears, was also a little curious. He had never seen the Alpha Commander before, so he wondered what he looked like.
Most Commanders were ruthless and scary. Would Kim Namjoon be the same?
Jimin daydreamed about the Alpha’s appearance for a few days while resting on the comfortable bedding, against the silk covers. He was still in his sheer night robes when his mother told him to dress up.
Kim Namjoon was on his way to the very first meeting. Well, Jimin would not be meeting him. But he still had to dress up either way.
‘‘….Young master Jimin, please allow me to help you dress,’’ with the help of his servant, Jimin was all dolled up. His black hair was tied up in an elegant braid, and a ribbon to the back of his head.
He wore light pink robes again, that made his whole appearance glow even more. In general, he was a very beautiful Omega, that all Alphas would want by their side.
‘‘Y-young master Jimin! I think the Commander has arrived—come-’’ the young servant whispered, as he could see Jimin’s parents greeting the Alpha commander. Jimin and the Omega servant were hiding in his chambers, trying to sneak a peek at the Alpha Commander.
‘‘Oh my—it’s him, right? He looks so handsome—ahh—but-’’ the Omega servant was practically drooling over the Commander, while Jimin silently admired the Alpha. His future husband, Namjoon, wasn’t bad looking.
In fact, he was the most handsome Alpha Jimin had ever seen in his life. Yes, he didn’t interact with many Alphas, as he was sheltered by his family, but Jimin could tell how gorgeous the Alpha was.
But he also looked quite intimidating, as he conversed with Jimin’s parents. Jimin didn’t take his eyes off him and just admired him peacefully. He felt his heart skip a beat when Namjoon’s jaw slightly clenched, or when his larger body was visible to him.
‘‘I…I think I’ve had enough,’’ Jimin just cupped his flushed cheeks, no longer staring at the Alpha Commander. The Omega servant just chuckled softly and ended up teasing his master.
‘‘…I’ll be taking my leave then.’’ it was all the Alpha Commander said, as he exited the Park residence. Jimin didn’t know what they had talked about, so he hesitantly came out of his chambers to ask his parents.
Of course, the two parents were as happy as ever. Jimin could see them practically glowing. And how could they not, after marrying their only Omega son to such a good catch?
Well, it’s not like their family wasn’t influential either. Jimin’s father was part of the palace, as an official. He still wasn’t as honorable as Namjoon, however.
It was a great honor for the Park family to have Kim Namjoon as their son-in-law.
‘‘Your marriage will take place in a week! We must prepare so this marriage can be perfect, alright?!’’ His mother said, as soon as Jimin entered. All Jimin could do was just nod.
In a week, he’d get married to the Alpha Commander and live with him.
His stomach was in knots.
***
‘‘I shall congratulate you on your wedding, Commander Kim. Welcome to the married life!’’ one week later, the day of their marriage had come.
Namjoon was dressed in his black ceremonial robes, made of the finest silk, hair in a top knot. He was on his horse, preparing to march to Jimin’s residence. The wedding ceremony would take place in Jimin’s residence.
Then, Namjoon would take Jimin to his home.
‘‘Your Majesty, you sound quite excited,’’ Namjoon just let out a laugh at the King’s teasing, ‘‘It’s a shame you can’t join my wedding, but worry not.’’
‘‘Don’t keep your bride waiting,’’ Yoongi said, with a teasing smile on his face, ‘‘Once you’re married, you can introduce the Omega to me someday,’’
‘‘Will do, your majesty. Then… I’ll get going now.’’ Namjoon gave the Alpha King a polite bow and then started with the horse. He walked through a forest path with his horse, thinking of his upcoming marriage.
He, too, wondered what his bride would look like. He didn’t feel very fond of the Omega’s parents. He hoped the bride wouldn’t take after their personalities…
And while Namjoon was on his way to the Park residence, Jimin was also preparing for the wedding.
‘‘Now, please remember. You will be living with your husband after the ceremony is over. You must obey his orders. You cannot have any complaints or objections, you hear me?’’
‘‘Y-yes, mother,’’ Jimin sniffled, trying so hard not to cry and ruin his make-up. He looked as beautiful as ever in his lilac ceremonial robes with golden embroidery on them. His black hair was tied up in a pretty elegant braid again, and his face was also painted, lips in a shade of red, cheeks quite rosy.
Though he looked so beautiful, he felt so sad. Mostly because he was scared. He wanted to be the perfect bride so he wouldn’t disappoint his family or his future husband. Ah, he wasn’t even married yet, but why did he feel so stressed already?!
Jimin felt as though he was going to faint anytime now.
And then, his Alpha husband had finally arrived.
When he got off his horse, Namjoon scanned the residence yard, searching for his bride. There were quite a few guests all over the yard, mostly officials he recognized from the palace court.
Oh, but then, he spotted his bride. Yes, Namjoon was sure it was him. Jimin was the most beautiful Omega he had ever seen. Though he looked very nervous, he was so ethereal.
‘‘The groom is here—let the ceremony begin!’’ and with his arrival, music started to play. A few musicians played the wooden instruments, as the guests all gathered to their seats.
Jimin hesitantly faced the Alpha Commander, shyly looking up to gaze at him. His eyes slightly widened. The Alpha looked even more handsome from up close. Oh, but he was even more intimidating too.
Jimin looked away after the first seconds.
Then, with Jimin’s family lighting up candles, the ceremony was beginning. Namjoon’s parents were both deceased, so they couldn’t be part of this ceremony.
The Alpha Commander did keep them close to his heart as the ceremony had begun. The two of them sat down on comfortable cushions and began bowing to each other. Jimin had to bow twice to his husband, while Namjoon had to bow only once to his bride.
Jimin shyly bowed to Namjoon and then the Alpha Commander bowed back to him with a blank expression on his face.
After repeating the bowing procedure for a second time, the drink exchange was next. Jimin and Namjoon had to share and drink gourd from the same copper cup.
They exchanged and sipped from the copper cup twice, and once they were done, they put the cups down and bowed together to their ancestors, families, and wedding guests.
After that, they were congratulated by their many guests. Jimin could hear so many of them congratulating ‘Commander Kim’, while his mother and father were close to tears, clapping and yelling.
Jimin wanted to be happy, but he still felt quite uncomfortable. Mostly because his husband had a blank expression on his face throughout the ceremony. Even when the feast began, Namjoon was still pretty silent.
Jimin slightly struggled to eat one large piece of meat, and he was surprised when Namjoon quietly cut it for him.
‘‘t-thank you-’’ Jimin said in a tiny voice, not receiving a response from the Commander. This was their very first verbal interaction. And Jimin was shaking. Ah, when would this nightmare be over?!
Jimin’s whole body was aching, and he just wanted to rest in his nest.
‘‘I must thank you all for coming to this ceremony. Now, I will be taking my leave with my bride. Shall we go, Omega?’’ after thanking all of their guests and bowing to them with linked arms one last time, it was time for them to go.
Namjoon would be taking Jimin to his residence with his horse.
He was offering his hand to him, to help him up the horse.
Jimin awkwardly accepted and allowed the Alpha to get him up the horse. Jimin let out a squeak, fearing that he would fall, but the Commander was quick to get on the horse and securely hold him in place.
Jimin could feel the Alpha behind him, so close to him, and he felt like he couldn’t breathe. This was the first time an Alpha was so close to him, and he didn’t know how to feel. His body…was feeling differently.
He didn’t even notice his parents were waving at them goodbye, pretending to cry, wishing Jimin to be healthy, as they left with the horse.
The ride to Namjoon’s residence was very awkward and silent. All Jimin could hear were the sounds the nocturnal animals made in the forest.
‘‘We have arrived. The servants will bring your belongings by tomorrow, but until then make yourself comfortable,’’ a few minutes later, they arrived at Namjoon’s residence.
Namjoon got off the horse and then helped Jimin get down. Jimin just glanced at the residence from afar. Namjoon’s residence had the typical interior of a nobleman’s residence.
He had a beautiful garden with blossoming flowers, trees, and some rocks which led to the house. Jimin awkwardly followed his husband into his new home and they entered together.
Jimin could see a few cushions on the floor, and the lower wooden table filled with drinks and some snacks. One of Namjoon’s servants had prepared this for their wedding night celebration.
‘‘Let us have a drink,’’ Namjoon said, sounding a bit commanding. Jimin nodded and quickly sat down on the cushions, following his husband’s steps. He carefully sat down on the cushion, not wanting to ruin his robes.
Namjoon then grabbed the ceramic cup and sipped the alcoholic drink. Jimin had never drunk alcohol before so he was quite hesitant. He ended up drinking one sip with Namjoon’s encouragement, however.
The atmosphere between them was pretty awkward. Jimin kept his head pretty low and just quietly drank some alcohol. He was starting to feel a little tipsy when Namjoon spoke to him.
‘‘Let’s go to the bedroom,’’ Jimin’s head was slightly spinning, as Namjoon said those words. Jimin knew what happened during a wedding night. An Omega mated with their Alpha husband.
But Jimin was too scared and nervous…to do that. But he didn’t refuse Namjoon’s suggestion at first, wanting to be a good bride for him.
Well, he tried anyway.
As they walked into the bedroom together, Jimin could see a bedding on the floor with silk covers and cushions on it. The bedding was spacious enough for a couple to sleep together.
In the bedroom, Namjoon also had beautiful landscape paintings and scrolls all over as decorations. Jimin could also see Namjoon’s armor against the wall. And a very sharp blade next to it. The blade had dragon scales on it, which made the blade look even more intimidating.
But Namjoon undressing and taking off his robe, was far more intimidating to Jimin. Jimin didn’t even receive a warning, as the Alpha was half-naked, revealing his very muscular upper body.
Jimin just closed his eyes for a moment, and then, Namjoon was towering over him, caging him onto the bedding, when he opened them again.
‘‘You are very beautiful,’’ Jimin was out of breath when Namjoon’s large hand was cupping his flushed cheek, gently stroking it. Jimin let out a whimper out of instinct. The Alpha sounded pretty sweet, and not as scary as before.
But Jimin couldn’t handle his lustful gaze. It was too much for his little body to handle!
His heart was racing like crazy, and his body was burning up. What was this strange feeling?!
He felt quite enchanted by Namjoon’s gaze, but he was also hesitant. He wasn’t ready for his first time with his husband. He couldn’t do it. He was scared he was going to displease him…
So when the Alpha’s face was near his neck, Jimin let out another whimper. Jimin’s body had started to tremble, tearing up a little. The Alpha shifted, gazing down at his falling tears in confusion.
‘‘It seems I have misunderstood you. Let’s sleep if you don’t want to mate with me, Omega-’’ and then, he rolled over on the bedding, looking away from the crying Omega.
‘‘N-no, Commander Kim, I’m sorry, I-’’ Jimin’s hands were trembling, wondering whether it was okay to touch Namjoon or not.
''You should sleep. Don't cry.'' The Alpha said his last words as he turned his back, not facing the Omega anymore, sighing a little.
Was he mad? Jimin didn’t want to disappoint his husband, but his anxiety had ruined their wedding night, their special moment. Tears kept falling on his cheeks, trying to contain his crying sounds.
While Namjoon ended up sleeping with crossed arms on the bedding, thinking about the Omega’s behavior. He had encountered and slept with many Omegas, but he was quite confused when it came to his very cute bride.
Was Jimin scared of him? If so, how should he deal with him?
Namjoon wasn’t sure what Jimin felt. But, he, too, wanted to be a good husband to the Omega. Perhaps, he’d try harder.
Slowly, they would get to know each other and get more comfortable. Namjoon hoped for that.
***
Namjoon wasn’t sure if Jimin had slept all night. He had heard the Omega’s cries the whole night, but he wasn’t sure how to comfort him. Hell, he was so experienced when it came to mating with Omegas, but how come he couldn’t comfort his cute bride?
Anyhow, the Alpha Commander got out of bed and dressed up. According to one of his servants, a letter from the palace had arrived. The Alpha Commander just let out a sigh as he read the letter.
Yoongi had just given him something new to take care of. He would have to leave his cute bride on his own again. Namjoon felt bad for abandoning Jimin on the first day, but he had no choice.
Perhaps, he would try to comfort Jimin when he returned. He didn’t want to see Jimin cry again.
‘‘Are you awake, Omega? I have some business to take care of, so I must leave. Your servants will be here soon, so you can have access to your belongings too and decorate our room as you like,’’
It was all the Alpha said, as he exited their chambers. Jimin just nodded, seeing the Alpha go. His eyes were puffy and his head felt so heavy. Ah, how embarrassing!
Why did he cry so much last night?!
‘‘Young Master Jimin! We’re here!’’ while Jimin was kicking his feet on the silk bedding, he could hear the sound of his two servants calling for him. His two Omega servants, Taehyung and Seokjin.
Taehyung had been by Jimin’s side since he was young, so they were practically like siblings. Seokjin had joined the Park household three years ago, but Jimin still enjoyed his company as well.
The three Omegas were close friends, regardless of the class difference between them.
‘‘You must tell us everything—how was your night with your-’’ As the two Omegas entered Jimin’s chambers, they were shocked to see Jimin in such a state. His eyes were puffy and he looked like he was about to cry again.
‘‘Master Jimin?’’ the two servants approached the bed, only causing Jimin to cry more.
‘‘W-what’s wrong?! Did the Alpha hurt you!? I’m going to report him to’’ Taehyung raised his robes, ready to fight the Alpha Commander. Seokjin just scolded him and pushed him back.
Jimin just sniffled, and told them to stop, ‘‘C-Commander Kim didn’t hurt me. I mean…it is my fault. He was on top of me and h-he even called me beautiful but then I…I was very nervous and I started to cry. I think he didn’t like that so he told me to just sleep. H-he must hate me right?!’’
‘‘Oh dear…’’ the two Omega servants sighed, as Jimin explained his wedding night, sobbing again. Then, they gathered around Jimin on the bedding and patted his back, trying to calm him down, ‘‘It is not your fault, Master Jimin. I’m sure Commander Kim will understand. You’re younger and very inexperienced. He won’t hate you because of this-’’
‘‘I h-hope so,’’ Jimin said in between his tears. He felt slightly better when suddenly, another servant entered his chambers. Jimin had never seen this servant before. He figured the Omega servant was Namjoon’s servant.
He had black hair and was quite tall for an Omega.
‘‘Greetings, Master Jimin. I’m Seokmin, Commander Kim’s servant. Please do rely on me when you’re in need. I hope we can get along,’’ the Omega said while bowing to Jimin and then gazing at the other servants as well.
Jimin awkwardly greeted him back, same with his servants.
For some reason, the two Omega servants didn’t like Seokmin.
‘‘He looks kinda creepy. Hey, I think he was at your wedding as well and he was gazing at you strangely!’’ Taehyung whispered, making Seokjin elbow him, ‘’Hey, stop saying such scary things! Young Master Jimin just stopped crying—here—Jimin—get up—you must eat something to feel better!’’
And just like that, with the help of his two servants, Jimin dressed up, wearing his pastel robes today, and went to the main room to have something to eat. Well, Jimin barely touched his food and even got scolded by his servants, but he wasn’t in the mood to eat.
He remained on the cushions while trying to read a novel from Namjoon’s library. Meanwhile, the three Omega servants cleaned around the house and washed Jimin and Namjoon’s robes.
It was late in the evening when Jimin had fallen asleep on the cushions, and Namjoon had returned from his outing. He was greeted by his servant, Seokmin, and then, he was surprised to see Jimin sleeping on the cushions.
‘‘Seokmin, why is my bride sleeping here? Where are his servants?’’ Namjoon spoke with annoyance in his voice. He walked towards the sleeping Omega and sighed. Then, he gently lifted Jimin and took him to the bedroom.
Seokmin just watched them from afar, with a sulk on his face.
‘‘W-we are very sorry, Commander Kim. We were on our way to the market to buy some food that young master likes-’’ shortly, the two Omega servants had returned, with a bag full of rice cakes.
The Alpha Commander just sighed again and told the two Omegas to be quiet, since Jimin was sleeping. He glared at Seokmin and then returned to his chambers. He closed the paper door, not wanting to be disturbed.
He gazed at the sleeping Omega, finding him pretty cute like this.
‘‘Oh dear…I’m such a bad husband already, am I not?’’ the Alpha sighed again and joined Jimin on the bedding when he was in his white night robes. He fell asleep right away, as he, too, was tired.
The next morning, Jimin was pretty shocked to see his husband next to him. His face was way too close to his. Oh, Namjoon was very handsome, even when he slept with his mouth slightly open.
Jimin let out a squeak when Namjoon opened his eyes. The Omega almost slipped from the bedding, when Namjoon caught him. Jimin could feel the Alpha’s large hands around him.
‘‘C-Commander Kim, did you bring me here? Sorry for inconveniencing you last night, I…I was reading a novel and then I-’’ Jimin quickly apologized, rambling from his panic.
The Alpha just watched the panicked Omega and sighed. He had the urge to cup Jimin’s face, but he held back. He didn’t want to startle Jimin.
‘'Have you eaten anything since our wedding? You look pale. If your two servants don’t take care of you well, tell me. I will get you more-’’
‘‘O-oh, no! My servants—they take care of me well—I just had no appetite sorry i—’’ Jimin explained, slowly getting up from the bedding. He couldn’t handle being so close to Namjoon for a long time.
‘‘Hm, make sure to eat something then,’’ Namjoon said and got up from the bedding too. He changed into his casual black robes and had something to eat for breakfast, ‘‘I have some unfinished business to take care of, so don’t wait for me, Omega. Make sure to eat well,’’
Namjoon was out of their house again. On their second day of marriage, Jimin was left all alone again. Well, it couldn’t be helped. Jimin knew that Namjoon was a busy man, as the military commander of their Kingdom.
He felt slightly better that morning and enjoyed a nice rice porridge made by his beloved servant, Seokjin. Taehyung also gave him some sweet rice cakes.
His morning was ruined when a letter from his family had arrived, however. It was a letter from his mother. Jimin slightly frowned as he read the short letter.
‘‘My son, how was your wedding night? I hope you have pleased your husband and have conceived. It is crucial for the future of our clan. Ah, remember that you must be ready to service your husband whenever he needs you.’’
Jimin felt like crying, just by reading her foolish little letter. He ended up crumbling the letter to pieces, surprising his two Omega servants.
‘‘What is it, master Jimin?!’’
‘‘M-mother asks if I slept with my husband and if I pleased him. Ah, if she only knew that I ended up crying and embarrassed myself. She t-thinks I will conceive too-’’ Jimin just cupped his cheeks, trembling from his nerves a little.
The two Omega servants just sighed, gathering around to pat his back. They advised their master not to tell his mother the truth. She’d probably freak out if she discovered the truth.
‘‘Hmmm, so they didn’t mate after all. I knew it! Master Kim wouldn’t mate with that pathetic Omega!’’ and while the three Omegas were inside the chambers, another Omega was lurking around the house, feeling happy with Jimin’s misery…
‘‘Please s-send this letter for me,’’ After receiving his mother’s letter, Jimin ended up writing back to her. He ended up lying, of course, not having the courage to tell her the truth. He tried his best to please her with his response.
Seokjin went to get the letter delivered, while Taehyung remained in the residence with Jimin and Seokmin. The two Omega servants mostly cleaned around the house, until their shift was over.
Jimin felt quite bored, so he tried reading another novel again. Most of the novels Namjoon owned were quite difficult to read, but Jimin enjoyed them. There was also another poetry book, which he found interesting. He didn’t know that an intimidating Commander like Namjoon would enjoy reading romantic poetry novels.
It made him smile a little, as he read through the novel. Time went by, and he was almost done reading the poetry book.
‘‘Seokmin-’’ When Jimin was done with the book, the evening had come. Jimin wondered whether Namjoon would be back home tonight or not. Regardless, he wanted to do something for his husband.
‘‘Y-you’ve been by Commander Kim’s side for a few years now. Do you know what he enjoys to eat? His favorite meal?’’ Jimin asked the Omega servant, who was currently cleaning up some cushions.
‘‘Hmm? Well,’’ Seokmin turned around to face Jimin, crossed arms, ‘‘Commander Kim enjoys beef bone soup a lot. He often has it with His Majesty at the palace. But why do you ask, Master Jimin?’’
‘‘I-i….I was thinking of making it myself for my h-husband,’’
Seokmin frowned a little, hearing Jimin call Namjoon his husband. He even scoffed a little, ‘‘Master Jimin, do you know how to cook?’’
Jimin felt like the Omega servant was a little too hostile towards him, and he didn’t like it. He tried to remain calm, regardless.
‘‘Of course, I know how to cook, so I’d like to’’
‘‘Master Jimin! I’ll help you prepare the soup—let’s go—you don’t mind, do you, Seokmin?’’ And just like that, Taehyung appeared out of nowhere, dragging Jimin to the kitchen. Seokmin just scowled at them.
He wasn’t in the mood to help them, so he just watched them prepare the soup from afar. Jimin offered to give him a spoon to have a taste, but Seokmin refused to taste it.
‘‘Do you think Commander Kim is not coming home tonight?’’ Jimin wondered as the soup was done. They also prepared some side dishes with Taehyung’s help. They were just waiting for Namjoon to come home, so they could eat together.
Jimin wanted to eat with Namjoon. But the Alpha was nowhere to be found…
‘‘He said he had some business to take care of, didn’t he? Maybe we can prepare the soup tomorrow again!’’ Taehyung just patted Jimin on the shoulder, wanting to cheer up the Omega.
Jimin just sighed softly and ended up eating the soup by himself. Shortly after dinner, Jimin changed into his night robes and went under the silk bedding. It was late at night, and Namjoon still hadn’t returned.
Jimin felt quite lonely, as he slept alone. Ah, was this happening to him because his husband was a busy military Commander, or was Namjoon just avoiding him? Jimin couldn’t stop his paranoid thoughts and tossed around the bed all night.
When he woke up in the morning, Jimin could hear Namjoon’s voice! His husband was back home!
Jimin knew it was shameful to get out of bed without changing. He was still in his white sheer robes, but he wanted to see Namjoon and tell him about the soup. Jimin needed Namjoon’s validation. He needed…some support, some love. He was just lonely and stressed.
‘‘…Omega, are you awake? I’m sorry, but I’ll be heading out again. We can’t eat together,’’ Namjoon was already dressed formally. This time, he was wearing his armor, which surprised Jimin.
He looked even more intimidating in his armor. Jimin spotted some dragon scales on the armor again.
‘‘…It is a-alright, Commander Kim. I…I will wait for you,’’ Jimin said, showing off an awkward smile. Namjoon just nodded and then exited the residence again. Jimin just pouted, as the Alpha was gone again.
Jimin ended up slipping down to the cushions, whining about the Alpha Commander, ‘I wanted to impress him with the soup, but he didn’t even taste it!’’
‘‘Ah, don’t fret, Master Jimin! You can prepare a meal for him another time-’’ Seokjin ended up comforting Jimin this time. Taehyung was in the kitchen preparing some rice porridge for Jimin instead.
Seokmin, on the other hand, was outside, brushing up some fallen leaves. He was a little curious about his master’s whereabouts, and he abandoned his duties. Without the other Omegas knowing, Seokmin was off to the capital, following his master.
While following Namjoon, Seokmin discovered…that the Alpha was visiting a very popular kisaeng house in the capital. The Omega servant could see the Alpha Commander looking oh so charming, with two kisaengs by his side, giggling and drinking together.
Seokmin, on other occasions, would be jealous, but at that moment, he felt happy. He was happy because he believed that the Alpha Commander was cheating on Jimin.
***
A few more days passed like that. Namjoon barely returned home, as he claimed to be busy with work. Jimin managed to see him if he woke up early in the mornings, and that was briefly for a minute or two.
The Commander was always dressed formally and was rushing outside. Jimin wondered what was his business, and why it was so urgent. The poor Omega felt like he was going insane from his loneliness.
He knew that he and Namjoon weren’t even that intimate with each other, but Jimin did enjoy the Alpha’s presence. Jimin was an Omega after all. He needed an Alpha by his side, to feel protected and loved.
But why was his husband always absent? Jimin couldn’t handle it anymore!
And it got worse when he overheard Seokmin gossiping with a lady from the market stall.
‘‘I hear Commander Kim is visiting kisaeng houses these days—does he have a lover there? Oh dear! And he is married to that Omega—what was his name again? Park…Park Ji…’’’
As he heard them gossip, Jimin felt a knife to his heart. His knees felt weak and he collapsed on the cushions on his way home. His two Omega servants rushed to his side, worrying about him, ‘‘What’s wrong, master Jimin?!’’
Jimin was already tearing up, just thinking about what he had just heard. Everything made sense to him. His husband was visiting kisaeng houses every day. He probably had a lover there. Namjoon probably felt awkward around Jimin, since the Omega cried like a baby on their wedding night.
It was what Jimin believed anyway, his mind filled with negativity at that moment.
‘‘C-commander Kim is visiting kisaeng houses these days—of course he would! He must hate me, oh heavens! He must believe I’ll start crying every time he comes near me—what have I done?! He must have a mature Omega as a lover, unlike me, i-’’
‘‘Master Jimin! Calm down! What are you saying?! Why would Commander Kim do that to you? You just got married-’’ Seokjin said first, trying to be more calm.
Taehyung on the other hand, was a little curious.
‘‘Hey, should we follow him around and see for ourselves?’’
‘‘What?’’ Jimin sniffled, looking up to his servant. Seokjin was about to protest and go against Taehyung’s reckless idea, but to his surprise, Jimin agreed.
‘‘I…I want to see what my husband is up to, you’re right!’’ Jimin was tired of crying. If his husband was really cheating on him, he would just run away. He didn’t want to be with an Alpha that didn’t love him.
Well, he knew his mother would probably die from her shock, but anyhow, Jimin wouldn’t be able to stand it if Namjoon was seeing other Omegas. Jimin’s little heart…was fragile.
‘‘…Are you sure we won’t get into trouble for this?’’ Seokjin wondered out loud, as Jimin and Taehyung were already dressing up to disguise themselves for their outing. In the end, Seokjin also joined them.
All three Omegas had a long coat wrapped to their bodies, to shield their identities. It was around evening when they arrived at the guesthouse. Some of the customers were outside, enjoying some drinks with the kisaengs.
Jimin couldn’t see his husband just yet. He did see many Alphas dressed in elegant robes. He figured they were officials from the palace or the military.
But where was his husband?
‘‘Woah, their hair is so pretty—maybe I should become a kisaeng too, what do you think?’’ Taehyung was in awe, as they lurked around the kisaeng house, trying to spot Namjoon.
Seokjin just elbowed him and told him to focus, while Jimin was too focused, trying to find his husband somewhere. As they walked further into the kisaeng house, they reached a very private area.
Jimin could hear music coming from the room, and men laughing together. Oh, and the kisaengs of course. Seokjin subtly tried to open the paper door, so they could take a peek.
And then, Jimin’s eyes widened by the sight. There he was. His husband was inside that room, with two pretty kisaengs by his side, laughing and drinking together. Jimin had never seen Namjoon smile like this before.
So he only smiled around kisaengs…
Jimin couldn’t stop thinking about the way the kisaengs were clinging onto his husband’s arms, or the way their lips were close to his ears, and he ended up running away. Taehyung and Seokjin ran after him.
They ended up returning home, with Jimin crying like a baby, face pressed to one of the silk cushions.
‘‘Oh dear…please calm down, Jimin! I’m sure this is a misunderstanding—what if he was meeting someone important there and he had to pretend and-’’ Seokjin tried his best to calm down the crying Omega, while Taehyung was quite furious.
‘‘Master Jimin! I say we should go there and humiliate him! How dare he cheat on you!’’ the Omega servant said, with crossed arms. Seokjin just sighed, while Jimin continued to cry in between their arguing.
Meanwhile, Seokmin was in the other room, smiling happily. Hearing the sounds of Jimin’s cries cheered him up. He hoped the two of them would break it off soon. Their marriage was a failure from the start. It was what Seokmin believed anyway.
‘‘Jimin, please calm down. When he returns, you two can talk and-’’ Seokjin tried to be more reasonable, while the Omega was slowly calming down. Now, instead of crying, he was planning his escape.
He felt so humiliated and upset, that he didn’t even want to be there anymore. He just rummaged through the lacquered closet, grabbed his fur coat, and put it on.
‘‘What are you doing, Master Jimin?!’’ Both Omegas ran after him, as the Omega was rushing out of the residence, with a few tears in his eyes. Jimin ran and ran, staining his silk shoes with mud.
It had also started to rain, as he was walking into the forest path. His two Omega servants were going after him, starting to lose their breath.
‘‘Oh, heavens—was master Jimin—always—this—faaaaast? Oh my-’’
And just like that, the two Omega servants stopped running. They could see their master from afar. Jimin had also stopped, as a horse was right in front of him. It was Namjoon’s horse. And Namjoon was on top.
‘‘…What is the meaning of this? Have you gone mad? You will catch a cold in this weather—let us go back’’ Namjoon sounded pretty cold, but he was highly concerned about Jimin, as he got off his horse.
Jimin just sniffled, looking away from his husband. He was trying so hard not to cry again and attempted to run away. But then, he felt Namjoon’s large hands holding him back, ‘‘What is it? Did someone hurt you?’’
‘‘C-commander Kim—let me go, i…I don’t wish to burden you anymore,…if you already have a lover, I will just leave. If you don’t feel happy with this marriage, I will-’’ Jimin said in between his soft cries, trembling a little.
The rain was getting heavier, and Namjoon was even more confused.
‘‘Omega—explain yourself right now! Why do you wish to escape from this marriage?!’’ The Alpha’s voice was a bit loud, causing the Omega to flinch. He just cried and cried, little shoulders shaking.
Namjoon just sighed. He was starting to get irritated and the rain was making things worse. He abruptly picked Jimin up and placed him on the horse. Before Jimin had the chance to escape, Namjoon was behind him.
‘‘I’m not letting you go, Omega. We’re going home.’’ and just like that, they rode through the forest path with the horse together. Jimin continued to cry, feeling the many raindrops blending with the tears on his face.
When they reached the residence, Namjoon dragged Jimin inside their chamber and closed the paper door. He didn’t want to be disturbed by anyone, so he even told the three servants to leave for the night.
‘‘I’m not letting you go until you tell me what’s wrong. Please do speak up,’’ the Alpha Commander insisted, as Jimin was curled up in a ball on the silk bedding. He changed out of his previous clothes and wore his night robes again.
He was starting to feel cold due to his reckless run out in the rain. Ah, he just wanted to disappear. His life was so pathetic…
‘‘I…I saw you at the kisaeng house, with the k-kisaengs. I’m so sorry, Commander Kim. I heard rumors about you so I….f-followed you around. I know it is not proper of me to follow my husband around but I—I felt so-’’
‘‘So this is why you want to escape?’’ Namjoon just let out a sigh, sounding pretty calm. Then, he gently approached Jimin on the bed, making the Omega look up warily.
‘‘Please, stop your crying. Whatever rumors you have heard, they are false. I have visited the Kisaeng house, yes, that is correct. But I do not have a lover there. I have not taken any Omega to my bed either. I had to visit the kisaeng house these days due to my job. I must apologize for not being very attentive to you. We just eloped and I’ve been an absent husband, but his majesty assigned this case to me—I’ve been meeting an officer from a foreign land—we are trying to form a diplomatic relationship and so I-’’
‘‘O-ooh,’’ Jimin slightly trembled, starting to feel more tears rise in his eyes. He felt so embarrassed, after hearing Namjoon’s explanation. So his Alpha husband wasn’t cheating on him after all. He was just doing his job.
And Jimin had caused a scene without knowing…
‘‘Commander Kim, I, sorry, I…I understand if you don’t want to be with me after this—I’m immature and—what Alpha would want an Omega that cries during their wedding night-’’
Jimin tried to get up from the bed, but Namjoon held him down. He then turned him around, so they could face each other. Jimin’s doe eyes widened, as Namjoon’s hands were cupping his face.
‘‘Please don’t put yourself down like this. We can mate when you feel ready, I’m sure it will be a wonderful experience for both of us. I will not pressure you, so don’t have any worries about that. Know that I’m only interested in you, and no other Omega.’’
Jimin just sniffled, trying so hard not to cry again. His husband was so sweet and understanding. Finally, some kind words. It was what Jimin needed. Perhaps, his husband wasn’t so scary after all.
‘‘Since I’m here for the night, let’s sleep side by side. I’m sure it was lonesome to sleep alone all those nights, right?’’
With his guidance, the two of them ended up sleeping side by side, facing each other. Jimin was too shy and tried to look away, but Namjoon gently turned him around again.
‘‘Don’t hide from me…’’ Namjoon’s large hands had found Jimin’s face again, caressing his cheeks softly. Even though Jimin felt so cold before, his cheeks were flushed after hearing Namjoon’s words.
‘‘I'm sorry if I made you believe that you're a burden to me, but you are not. I just have the bad habit of being a workaholic. I'm too immersed in my work and I ignore everything else around me. To speak the truth though, while I was at the kisaeng house, my mind was filled with thoughts of your angelic face. Now that I have such a pretty wife, I shouldn't abandon you, hm?’’
‘‘C-commander Kim, i-’’ Jimin felt his face heat up even more. He wasn’t used to Namjoon complimenting him, calling him pretty or angelic. He felt as though his heart would burst into flames.
And then, it got worse when Namjoon showed off a small smile. It was the first time the Alpha had smiled at him. Oh, and his smile was so charming.
Maybe, things would be better after this. Jimin was sure of it.
His marriage wasn’t such a failure after all…
***
When Jimin woke up the next morning, the space next to him was empty once again. His husband had gotten up early. Oh, Jimin opened his eyes and could see the Alpha putting on his armor.
‘‘Are you visiting the kisaeng house again?’’ Jimin was barely awake, eyes half opened, but he wanted to know whether his husband would be visiting the Kisaeng house again. Was this jealousy he was feeling? Even though he barely knew the Alpha…
‘‘Ah, no,’’ Namjoon let out a soft chuckle. Jimin was surprised to hear him chuckle. Well, Namjoon couldn’t help it. In his eyes, Jimin looked like a cute little puppy who was very sleepy at that moment.
‘‘I’m visiting his majesty today, so I won’t be late tonight.’’ Namjoon tried to reassure the Omega and then exited their shared chamber. Jimin just sighed softly and fell back on the silk bedding.
He’d wait for his husband to return. He was already planning to prepare a meal for him to taste again. He hoped Namjoon would be able to enjoy his food this time. Jimin wanted to impress and please his husband!
‘‘….Yes, all ended well. The officer will be funding our next battle.’’ while Jimin was still feeling sleepy in bed, Namjoon had already reached the palace, meeting with the Alpha King, Yoongi.
The mission Yoongi had assigned him was complete, so Namjoon would be able to rest for now. Well, until another war broke out…
‘‘Well done, Namjoon. I expected as such from you. Ah, but what about your marriage? Is everything going well with your Omega?’’
‘‘Well..’’ Namjoon let out a sigh. It had been almost a week since he married the cute little Omega, and he felt so guilty. He felt as though he was the worst husband to ever exist.
He wished to become better, for Jimin’s sake.
‘‘I attempted to mate with him during our wedding night, but I suppose he was a little nervous and he ended up crying the whole night. Then…I received your letter and I was often absent from home. Then…he heard rumors of me having a lover at the kisaeng house…’’
Namjoon explained everything in detail, while the Alpha King listened to him carefully. Yoongi found this situation pretty amusing. The fact that Namjoon was finally a husband and had someone to call his mate.
He had been wanting Namjoon to marry someone for many years now. He didn’t want the Alpha Commander to end up all alone. An Alpha needed an Omega by their side!
‘‘Oh dear. How did you manage to make your Omega cry so much in a whole week?’’ Yoongi teased the Commander, laughing softly.
‘‘Your Majesty, please do not tease me. I guess it’s hard to understand Jimin. I thought mating with an Omega was simple, but it is not. Ah, I really thought he desired me that night, but then he sobbed. I don’t wish to hurt him or scare him—but you know me. Once I focus on my work, I become a little…’’
‘‘Cold…distant…scary…yes, yes. But you must be careful, Namjoon! Your mate might get sick of your brooding self and run away with another Alpha—hey—should I take him in as my concubine instead? He’s-’’
‘‘I apologize for this, but I will not allow it, Your Majesty!’’ Namjoon said in a determined voice, making Yoongi laugh again.
‘‘Oh dear. So you’re possessive of your little bride too? Alright, I won’t steal him from you,’’ Yoongi just patted Namjoon’s shoulder, chuckling.
‘‘I should get going then, Your Majesty,’’ then, Namjoon became more serious, bowing to the Alpha King, ‘‘Please give the queen my regards. Is he doing better after childbirth?’’
‘‘Oh, yes! Our child is healthy too. Another Alpha prince.’’
‘‘Ah, congratulations. Yes. I should get going then,’’ and with another short bow, Namjoon left the throne hall and went to find his horse. He’d work on some reports and paperwork at home. He wanted to return home early tonight, so Jimin wouldn’t be too lonely.
He didn’t want his Omega to pout too much. Well, his pout was pretty cute though, he could admit.
‘‘Omega, I have returned,’’ when Namjoon entered his residence, he was surprised to be greeted by the sound of Jimin sneezing. Even his sneezes were pretty cute. He could see the Omega sitting on the cushions, covering his mouth, as he was about to sneeze again.
‘‘Master Kim! It seems that Master Jimin has caught a cold—he can’t stop sneezing and he’s quite cold!’’ Taehyung informed the Alpha, as Namjoon was walking further into the room.
‘‘Ah, I knew it,’’ Namjoon sighed, as he glanced at the Omega. Jimin was pouting a lot this evening. Namjoon wondered if Jimin was pouting because of his absence again, or because of his sickness.
Nevertheless, Namjoon wanted to do something to cheer Jimin up. Or at least…take care of him. Yes, as an Alpha, Namjoon had the instinct to take care of his Omega, who was now sick.
‘‘One of you three, make a rice porridge for Jimin,’’ Namjoon said, speaking to the three Omega servants. The servants replied with ‘‘yes master’ and headed to the kitchen right away.
Jimin just sniffled, looking up with puppy eyes, ‘‘Commander Kim, h-how was your day today? I—sorry, do I ask too many questions? I just-’’
‘‘No, it is alright. You are my mate, so you can ask whatever you desire,’’ Namjoon reassured him with a small smile. Then, Namjoon briefly told Jimin about the ‘mission’ Yoongi had assigned him to complete a few days ago. He also mentioned the Queen and the King’s newborn.
‘‘Ah, so wonderful!’’ Jimin clasped his hands together, beaming after hearing about the Queen’s newborn. Thinking about pups made Jimin happy. Maybe it was his maternal instinct, but he, too, wanted to have a pup, someday. Would he have pups with Namjoon as well?
He couldn’t help but blush while thinking about it.
‘‘Here is the rice porridge! Master Jimin likes the way I make the porridge so I made it for him!’’ and then, Seokjin brought a bowl of rice porridge to the lower table. Namjoon thanked the Omega servant and then faced Jimin.
‘‘Ahem, I must apologize, but I’m not very gifted when it comes to cooking. I can feed you, though.’’
‘‘W-what?’’ Jimin felt his cheeks heat up a little, as the Alpha was bringing up the wooden spoon near his lips. He couldn’t help but obediently open his mouth, gazing into the Alpha’s eyes.
Namjoon just chuckled and continued spoon-feeding the porridge to Jimin. While feeding the Omega, the three servants just watched them from afar. Seokjin and Taehyung were softly giggling and elbowing each other, while Seokmin was gazing at them with a frown.
When did the two of them get so close?! Wasn’t Namjoon supposed to be cheating on Jimin?!
Seokmin was furious!
‘‘Let’s go to bed then,’’ once Namjoon was done feeding his mate, the two of them headed to their chamber. The servants wished them a good night as they closed the paper door.
‘‘Are you feeling cold?’’ Namjoon asked as he could see the Omega trembling, hugging his little body. Jimin nodded, voice shaky, ‘‘J-just a-a little,’’
Before the Omega had the chance to say anything else, the Alpha brought another silk cover on the bedding, ‘‘Let’s sleep with double covers tonight. The weather is getting colder, after all.''
‘‘O-oh, sure,’’ Jimin shyly smiled, feeling pretty happy with Namjoon’s gesture. The Alpha was concerned and was taking care of him. Ah, it felt so good to be pampered. Jimin was enjoying this to the fullest!
‘‘…I will be working on some reports before bed, so do not mind me. Please do sleep.’’ The Alpha said as he was in the corner preparing the ink, starting to write his reports on the lower table. Jimin just nodded and covered himself with the warm covers, eyes starting to close.
It felt nice and warm. Today was such a good day.
Jimin hoped every day of his marriage would be like today. He didn't want to be scared anymore.
AN: so this was the first chapter guys tell me what you think >.< minjoon will grow closer on the next chapter so stay tuned hehe