XX | Chapter 1.3

“That’s because of your unique constitution. This doesn’t change the fact that you’re an omega, Cheon Sooha.” With a firm answer, Sooha was left speechless. It meant that no matter how much he fussed, Jaewon couldn’t give him the answer he wanted. Having been thoroughly refuted on all fronts and having even the slightest possibility blocked, Sooha eventually let out a groan and sprawled out on the sofa.

“Argh! Seriously!”

“Just live with it, what else can you do?” Jaewon’s voice came from the examination seat as he worked on the computer. When Sooha didn’t even pretend to listen, a sigh followed.

“How long are you going to keep this up? Aren’t you scared of deceiving the public about your trait?” What kind of guts does he have? Jaewon shook his head, saying he was bold.

“I’ve never gone around bragging that I’m a dominant alpha.”

“But you don’t deny it either.”

“Why should I?”

“See, this is why I get nervous. You’re going to keep up appearances until the day you die.” Cheon Sooha is classified as an ultra-dominant omega, a rare trait even among dominant traits. Well, he wasn’t an ultra-dominant omega from the start. Until he reached adulthood and went through secondary sexual characteristics, he lived thinking he was a beta because there were no trait reactions, and then it manifested late.

Perhaps because of that, Sooha couldn’t smell others’ pheromones, nor had he ever emitted his own pheromones. Naturally, he had never experienced a heat cycle.

According to Jaewon, it was called ‘pheromone insensitivity.’

Anyway, Sooha was classified as an ultra-dominant omega only on paper, but his identity was closer to a beta.

Maybe because it manifested late, unlike male omegas who typically stand in the early 170cm range, Sooha was 188cm tall.

That was considered tall even for a beta or alpha.

But this superior physique being an ‘ultra!’ dominant omega! Sooha felt incredibly wronged.

He was even taller than Gyehak, who was a dominant alpha, and also taller than his sister, Cheon Yua, who was another dominant alpha.

He thought people would hardly believe him if he said he was an omega with this body.

It seemed more like a lie to say he was an ultra-dominant omega than to pretend to be a dominant alpha.

So, in a way, it was natural for people to assume Sooha was a dominant alpha.

In a society where it’s generally considered impolite to openly ask about traits, people usually judged traits based on appearance.

If he had to make excuses, Sooha was just one of them.

If asked whether being an ultra-dominant omega was bad, it wasn’t, but…

Isn’t ‘dominant alpha’ considered strong and cool?

Frankly, with his height, build, and even his size down there, who would think he was an omega?

Although Sooha didn’t emit pheromone scents, it was known that highly developed alphas were quite skilled at concealing them, so people just assumed.

Of course, he didn’t plan to deceive from the start.

Everyone just assumed he was a dominant alpha without asking directly, so it couldn’t be helped.

Moreover, in a family that valued lineage – as absurd as it sounds in the 21st century – the proportion of dominant alphas and dominant omegas was high, so it was naturally assumed that Sooha, from a conglomerate family, would be a traited individual.

The reason why rumors about Sooha’s trait started circulating was because of his size revealed in the all-nude photoshoot with PLAY.

Oh, that size can’t be anything but a dominant alpha!

Everyone said that, and no one refuted it.

What could he do?

It was awkward to actively clarify that he was an ultra-dominant omega.

He had never experienced a heat cycle, and he wasn’t into the receiving position, so he didn’t feel the need to correct it.

There was no reason to.

Well… to be honest, he enjoyed the misunderstanding.

But what could he do?

They were the ones who misunderstood first.

Moreover, being cast in the Max Rogers collection, which only used alpha models, made it impossible for his pride to allow him to confess now.

“So you’re deceiving the public.” Sooha frowned at Jaewon’s words, which poured cold water on him.

“Deceiving? They misunderstood on their own.”

“Okay, let’s say that’s the case.” Jaewon sarcastically wrote in the medical records. Of course, Sooha’s medical records were only accessible to his attending physician, Jaewon.

The reason Sooha could hide his trait and continue his activities without much trouble was largely due to Jaewon.

Jaewon, his cousin of the same age and a specialist in traits, was a beta but very knowledgeable about alphas and omegas.

He was part of Sooha’s family, worked at a university hospital sponsored by Cheonha Group, and was in the VIP ward, so there couldn’t be better conditions.

Moreover, using the excuse of being close, he could come and go from Jaewon’s clinic without anyone suspecting.

“In any case, unless something unusual happens, the results will remain the same.” Jaewon said firmly while typing on the computer. However, he recommended getting regular injections to maintain the current state.

“……” Sooha, who had hoped for some change if he continued with the injections, let out a long sigh, realizing it was a futile hope. He had been in a good mood until this morning, but now it was all ruined. Suddenly, he craved alcohol. Thinking that only entertainment could lift his current mood, Sooha jumped up and asked.

“I’m stressed out, so how about going out tonight?”

“You partied hard yesterday, and now again?”

“Ah, so are you going or not?” At Sooha’s impatient urging, Jaewon checked his wristwatch. Instead of a quick answer, there was a moment of contemplation, followed by a decision.

“Wait nearby. I’m getting off work soon.”

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Thunk. As soon as the glass was set down, the sharp scent of alcohol wafted up. It was already the fifth shot of 40-degree vodka he had downed.

“Damn…” Of all days, it wasn’t the right one.

The club they frequented was closed for renovations, and the next favorite spot was temporarily shut down for personal reasons. The time spent wandering the streets was already enough for a second round.

Meanwhile, Jaewon, whose mood was completely ruined, suggested they go to a nearby hotel bar and have a drink. Sooha, equally exhausted, reluctantly agreed.

But then… as soon as the bartender handed over the drink, Jaewon excused himself for an important call and left.

Sooha checked the time with a grimace. It had already been an hour. He regretted not going to the drinking party a friend had invited him to.

He decided to finish this drink and leave. Sooha resolved to ditch Nam Jaewon, who had abandoned him, and downed the last glass.

“Is this seat taken?”

A voice accompanied by the presence of someone approaching made Sooha pause for a moment before letting out a hollow laugh.

What a pickup line. Did they think this was a cabaret?

Without even turning his head, he waved his hand dismissively.

“Uh~ No seat here, and I’m in a shitty mood today, so go find someone else~”

“Oh dear. You must have had a bad day.”

“Yeah, so just get los….”

He turned his head irritably, and his mouth dropped open at the sight of the voice’s owner.

‘Crazy…’ Sooha barely held back the curse that almost slipped out unfiltered.

Just a moment ago, there hadn’t been a face like this at the bar.

The man standing before him had an unrealistically handsome face. Jet-black hair, white skin, a face that was both handsome and pretty, and a luxurious style with a three-piece suit and half-slicked-back hair.

‘Totally my type?’

Sooha’s perfect ideal type. The atmosphere was classic, but the appearance was dazzling.

Just moments ago, Sooha was about to tell him to get lost, but he couldn’t take his eyes off the man’s face.

Noticing his gaze, the man smiled beautifully.

“I can listen to whatever’s bothering you.”

It was a fresh smile, like a flower in full bloom.

Regaining his senses, Sooha wiped the dazed expression off his face and flashed his signature relaxed smile as he stood up.

Although the man’s build was a bit of a concern compared to his pretty face, with that face and a beautiful smile, it wasn’t something to worry about.

All he could think about was taking this beauty to the hotel.

“Forget about that.”

He grabbed the man’s chin and pulled him closer.

“Come with me. To the room.”

He whispered lowly, and the man’s eyes, which had been slightly surprised, gently crinkled.

It was a smile that clearly conveyed agreement.

✮⋆˙

The sound of the door lock being released was followed by the door being roughly opened. As the two figures entered, entwined, the quiet hotel room quickly heated up.

The sound of saliva mixing and fabric rustling was particularly loud in his ears. It was a more urgent and stimulating kiss than ever before.

“Haa…” As he briefly pulled away and exhaled a heated breath, the other’s lips magnetically attached again.

He was the one who had pushed the man against the wall. But when he came to his senses, he found himself pressed against the wall, being led by the other’s tongue.

He felt his head tilt back in a strange way. He thought he was a bit taller, but it seemed not.

Sooha thought as he sucked on the hot tongue that was boldly exploring his mouth. Without much time to ponder, the hand unbuttoning his shirt and the tongue rubbing against the soft, sensitive spots inside his mouth quickly dispelled any stray thoughts.

It was quite some time after they entered the hotel that they reached the bed.

Sooha, who had pushed the man onto the bed, climbed on top of him. Looking down at the man lying quietly, panting, he felt a tight pull in his lower abdomen.

It wasn’t just Sooha; he could feel the man’s thing growing harder through their pants.

“Ah…”

As he slightly lifted his hips and felt the sensation of the man’s leg rubbing between his, Sooha let out a moan.

The man’s hand undid Sooha’s buckle, and Sooha responded to the man’s touch by taking off his pants.

Both of them moved urgently, leaving no room for leisure. Normally, he would tease until the other begged to be penetrated, but perhaps due to the influence of alcohol, he felt unusually impatient.

His body was hotter than usual, and his mind was hazy.

Ah, this isn’t good.