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Jongdae fidgeted at his desk, an uncomfortable pressure rising in his lower back. He took a painkiller this morning but it was starting to wear off. Being an omega in charge of his own financial unit wasn't easy. Every month he'd have to take a week off for his heats. Luckily, Jongdae had a reliable secretary to take over for him while he was gone. But it was the pressure and stress he experienced at home that was unbearable...
"Jongdae", a deep voice called from the office door, "Everything is in place and ready for next week".
Jongdae smiled, "Thanks Namjoon, what would I do without you." He stretched in his chair and began closing down his computer.
Namjoon was a sweet and intelligent beta who was positioned as Jongdae's secretary. He was clumsy and a little awkward at times. But when it came to his job he was very thorough and attentive to details. If it weren't for him, Jongdae wouldn't even think about leaving the office for a week, fearing he'd return to a burning building.
"Are you going to be ok?" Namjoon asked, referring to Jongdae's heat. He's been taking a week off from work to deal with his heats for a couple of months now but the beta seems to always ask him this. It's touching.
"Don't worry, I'll be fine." Jongdae replies, "Besides, this time I have-"
"Jongdae!" A loud and obnoxious voice bursts into the office, making Jongdae flinch in his seat and Namjoon nearly jump out of his skin. Beakhyun, head of marketing and one of Jongdae's alpha friends, storms in with a gitty smile on his face. Following him in was his secretary Soakjin, a quiet beta who was waving his hand in an apologetic manner as if to excuse the alpha's behavior.
"It's finally here! The week you get to spend time with Mr.Tall Dark And Handsome!" Beakhyun says excitedly. Jongdae groaned, now regretting ever telling the alpha about his plans next week.
"Can we not discuss this here please" Jongdae whined, his cheeks and ears turning red. Beakhyun laughed at the blushing omega.
"I'm just messing with you Dae. Besides this is the only time I'll be able to wish you luck in person before you dive into the pit of human lust." He teased, making his voice low and ominous. Jongdae slung his work bag over his shoulder and went to swat at his friend who had already sensed the omega's fury and dodged in time.
"Behave yourself ok." Jongdea glared at the cheeky alpha. He turned to Soakjin and nodded a silent 'keep him inline'. Seokjin sighed and nodded back in exasperation while Namjoon giggled at their antics.
After exchanging goodbyes, Beakyhun and Soakjin returned to their division to pack up and leave for the weekend. Namjoon stayed behind to double-check that everything was in order for next week's meetings. And Jongdae headed to the elevator, waving at a few coworkers on his way out. It was late so there weren't many people in the building, just a few accountants finishing up their assignments and a small team of janitors mopping the floors.
It was quiet. Too quiet for Jongdea. The kind of quiet that made his mind start to drift. And it always leads to stressful things. Upsetting things that made him anxious. The type of things that made Jongdea emotional. And he can't have that, especially not next week.
Jongdea squeezed the strap of his work bag. He thought back to his discussion earlier. Beakhyun's curiosity wasn't completely unwarranted. The individual Jongdea would be spending time with next week was considered very unusual among their society.
A Delta.
Deltas are individuals who have both alpha and omega traits. They can experience both heats and ruts depending on the person. Since their discovery, there have been debates on whether or not it was a kind of birth defect given that the majority of them are sterile. But there have been a few rare cases where they have been able to mate and produce children with alphas, betas, and omegas.
Jongdea didn't read much on it but he was given the basics from one of his friends who recommend a service to him.
Call Delta
It was a service that offered deltas to help alphas through their ruts and omegas through their heats. Services like Call Delta have been criticized in the past for supposedly "promoting prostitution". But over time as things became more regulated, the services were seen as extremely beneficial to alphas and omegas without mates. Jongdae wouldn't even have thought about this service if he still had...
Well, long story short, Jongdae has been staying at home alone through his heats for about a year and a half now and the pain was becoming unbearable. The omega's body craved an alpha's knot and he was completely disgusted in himself. Jongdae's friend, an alpha named Yixing, told him about the service and how it helped him through his ruts. Jongdae being a little curious, decided to check it out.
Maybe it could at least help to relieve some of the physical pain. Then he can focus on the emotional pain on his own...
And so, after signing up and logging in to the Call Delta website, Jongdae filled in his preference.
It took hours. Mainly because Jongdae had no idea what he was looking for. He knew how alphas, betas, and omegas behaved in general. Alphas were dominant and demanding. Betas were neutral and understanding. And omegas were submissive and pliant.
Jongdae allowed his head to hit the desk of his home office. He knew those deductions weren't accurate. Though that was the general overview of the human types, it varied greatly. Take Soakjin and Namjoon, they behaved more like omegas then betas. And then there was Beakhyun who wasn't dominant or imposing aside from maybe his annoying voice. And there was Jongdae himself who almost never displayed omega traits in public. He would often be mistaken for a beta or even a small alpha. Jongdae never backed down or showed weakness, especially not towards rich and powerful alpha businessmen and businesswomen using their status to intimidate him. That edge helped him get to where he is now. Not a lot of omegas reach his position in a prestigious company.
But his heats made him feel vulnerable at times. Being surrounded by powerful alphas didn't help either. He's lucky to have a team filled with humble and understanding alphas and betas. They are loyal to Jongdae and are not afraid to stand up for him if an alpha or beta from another division starts talking shit.
It was a Monday and pretty late but he had to finish this now so that his request would be approved before next week. Jongdae planned to meet his delta on Wednesday to discuss their arrangements and then have him sleepover for the entire week starting Saturday afternoon.
Jongdae combed his hand through his strawberry blond hair. He was browsing through the list of remembered deltas based on his preferences. They were all quite handsome. Jongdae wasn't exactly sure what he was expecting.
In his preferences, he highlighted a few musts. He wanted someone tall and muscular. But he didn't want someone domineering. Jongdea didn't want to feel completely out of control. Especially not with a stranger.
After an hour and a half of surfing profiles, one finally caught the omega's interest. A delta named Park Chanyeol. He had large expressive eyes and a cute smile. 'He looks sweet' Jongdae thought to himself. The delta had an almost boyish charm to him, like a 'cute boy next door'.
Jongdae groaned at his own cheesy analogy and continued to explore the delta's profile, a light blush covering his face.
The delta was over 6 feet tall and muscular. Not thick muscular but slim muscular, perhaps he was a track runner or a swimmer? Jongdae saw that the delta has a lot of hobbies. Playing video games, guitar, piano, drums, modeling, singing...etc. Moving on to his personality, he was a 3/5 in domineering which made Jongdae a tad nervous. But he has a 5/5 in obedience which was confusing.
Jongdae read the delta's summary towards omegas. In it, he explained how he likes to take care of them and tend to their needs while giving them enough space to breathe. Looking at the reviews from other omegas, it was nothing but praise and five stars.
'He is so sweet! I can't believe someone like him exists aaahhh!'
'He's so patient and understanding, only touching me when I was truly comfortable with him.'
'He was gentle and didn't rush things for his own gratification. I wish more alphas where like him!'
Jongdae hummed to himself as he read through the comments and glanced at the deltas photo album. The more he learned the more appealing he became. A warm fuzzy feeling filled the omega's chest.
"Chanyeol", Jongdae whispered dreamily as sleep started to tug at him. Perhaps he would be the one to relieve his pain. Finally, he wouldn't have to suffer through his heats alone. He'll finally, FINALLY find some relief.
Jongdae submitted his request and luckily got a reply the next morning. A meet up was scheduled on Wednesday at the location of Jongdae's choosing.
And so there Jongdae was, standing outside of a small cafe he frequented after work. It took everything he had to get Beakhyun and Sehun to leave him alone. They wanted to see the delta for themselves before allowing him to court their 'precious omega'. But with enough whining, pinching, and swatting from Jongdae, the alphas finally let him be.
He had to admit that he was a little nervous. Jongdae had tried to frame this in his head as strictly business. But it was difficult considering that this individual was going to be fucking him for a full week until his heat subsides. It filled the omega's stomach with butterflies.
It was late October and the temperature was starting to drop. Jongdae still had his work suit on and a thin scarf wrapped around his neck. Every once and a while he would shiver when a light breeze nipped at exposed skin. Jongdea wanted to head inside the cafe but he had to wait for Chanyeol first.
The omega always arrived early for appointments regardless if they were for his job or for himself. But on this day, perhaps he could have arrived a little closer to the designated time so he didn't have to stand in the chilly air.
The website had provided a number to text or call his delta. Jongdea had texted the other man a few times for some basic information about where they would be meeting up. He also gave a description of himself so he could look out for him. Chanyeol was very formal in his text which only further helped Jongdae visualize this as strictly business and not a blind date.
"Hey!" A deep voice called out and Jongdae looked up from his phone. Walking up to him was the man Jongdae saw online. "Are you Mr.Kim Jongdae?" The delta asked, a warm smile on his face. As Jongdae nodded, he couldn't help but be taken aback by the other's presence.
Chanyeol looked even better in real life. His hair was jet black and styled up to expose his forehead. He wore a black turtleneck with a long gray trench coat and black jeans with boots. Jongdae tore his eyes away when he heard the other man laugh. "Uh yeah, that's me. It's nice to meet you Mr.Park Chanyeol", Jongdae offered his hand in greeting while chastising himself for staring.
"Haha, likewise," Chanyeol replied, his voice light and playful as he took Jongdae's hand. The omega noticed how large and warm the delta's hand felt around his own and he quivered a bit.
'Control yourself Jongdae, this is just business. Only business', Jongdae said in his head.
He hated his omega tendencies with a passion. The fuzzy sensation he felt when observing an attractive alpha. How his mind would betray him and fantasize about taking a knot. Desiring to be fucked mercilessly into the bed. It was infuriating.
Fortunately, nothing about Chanyeol was really setting him off. It was strange, Jongdae felt like he was in the presence of a beta or maybe even another omega. But it also felt... comforting. He didn't feel suffocated by an alpha. Is this what it's like being around a delta?
They must have looked strange entering the cafe together. There was Jongdae walking in as if he were a man in a mission, eyebrows furrowed with a serious look on his face. And then there was Chanyeol walking in with a sunny expression, looking around the cafe and admiring the cute decor. They made their way to an available table for two and waited for someone to take their order.
While removing their jackets, Jongdea glanced at how the black turtleneck clung to Chanyeol's body, accentuating his muscle enticingly. The delta ran his hands through his black hair as he looked down at the menu. God Chanyeol was fine as fuck.
Jongdae swallowed and tried to shove his primal desires down. Chanyeol hasn't even displayed any alpha tendency and Jongdae was already reacting to him like a shy omega virgin. Jongdea is seriously out of his game.
"So this is your first time with Call Delta?" Chanyeol asked, glancing up at Jondgae after making a decision. All of his attention was now on the omega and Jongdae found it difficult to focus with the delta's gaze on him. His eyes were so open and accepting, it tugged at his heart. But this was strictly business. Just business. Just business. Just business.
"Uh yes," Jongdae replied, holding his menu up as if to hide from Chanyeol "A friend of mine recommended it to me".
"Have you been with an alpha or beta before?" Chanyeol asks, and at that Jongdae looks up to notice the delta looking at his hand. More specifically, the hand with his wedding ring. A simple but elegant silver ring with an engraving on the inside. It had never really occurred to Jongdae to remove it considering he wasn't looking to jump into another relationship any time soon. But he did feel a little awkward wearing it to this meetup, even if it was strictly business.
"Yes but...not in a long time", Jongdae replies somberly. Chanyeol seems to understand and changes the subject. From then on their conversation becomes lighter as they get to know each other. Chanyeol was funny, like REALLY funny. Jongdae couldn't remember the last time he had laughed this much. Chanyeol was also a good listener, knowing when to let Jongdae talk and asking questions to show he was paying attention. It was nice.
When their food comes, there is a comfortable silence between them as they ate. Jongdae noticed how cute Chanyeol looks when he eats, taking large bites and chewing with his eyes closed as if he was losing himself in the taste. It was so omega like, Jongdae had to wonder if other deltas were the same.
After they finished eating, they started discussing next week's plans. They established a designated time for Chanyeol to arrive and where he would be sleeping. Jongdae had an available guest bedroom that he almost never used except for when Sehun needed to crash somewhere for the night. Chanyeol asked Jongdae if he was sure he didn't want them to share the same bed and the omega confirmed without hesitation.
Even after all their talking Jongdae still couldn't relax. As a matter of fact, he was more stressed-out than ever before. From a year and a half ago till now, Jongdae has been locking himself in his room riding out his heats all alone. He'd use anything from toys to fingers just to find some kind of release. But it was never enough. He turned into a weeping, pathetic, and needy omega. Jongdae still wasn't sure if he was ok with someone seeing him like that. Even if their job was to deal with heated omegas.
As if to ease his nerves, Jongdae clasped his hands together on the table and rubbed one of his thumbs alongside the other. It was a habit he picked up recently whenever he was nervous, like in the middle of intense office meetings or waiting for feedback from his supervisor.
Suddenly, a pair of large hands enveloped the omega's in a gentle hold. Jongdae flinched but didn't pull away, looking the delta in the eyes instead.
"You don't need to worry" His voice was deeper now, "I'm going to take care of you".
And just like that Jongdae's primal instinct was revived. Chanyeol's smile was soft, but his eyes were darker, almost black compared to the brown from earlier. Everything about the delta was now turning him on.
That was it. Chanyeol's Alpha side peaking out to say hello. And Jongdae was absolutely WHIPPED.
But just as quickly as it appeared it was gone just like that, the brown returning to his eyes and his demeanor returning to normal. That had to be one of the hottest things he had ever seen.
Chanyeol continued discussing the terms of his stay as if he didn't just look like a hungry alpha ready to pounce on Jongdae. The whole time, lust was pooling in his stomach for the other man. It took everything the omega had not to punch himself in the gut repeatedly to get it to stop. He was a grown-ass man, not a horny teen.
By the end of their meetup, Jongdae couldn't believe how sad and lonely he felt when Chanyeol had to leave. His mind clung to the image of the delta waving him goodbye and heading in the direction of the subway system. A small part of Jongdae wanted the man to stay a little bit longer, but that would have been inappropriate.
This was only business. Nothing more.
Fast forward back to current day where Jongdae is heading home from work.
He thinks about all the preparations he needs to make before his-...the delta arrives. He's so deep in thought that he almost misses his stop on the subway.
By the time he got home, he was nothing but a massive ball of anxiety. His brain started coming up with a bunch of scenarios in which things went wrong. From the possibility of Chanyeol finding him gross to the possibility of Jongdae accidentally killing Chanyeol in his sleep. He was a mess. But then, he recalled soothing words that used to calm him down.
'You can't keep worrying about the things that "may" happen you know, ' a soft voice told him, 'Just let things play out first ok? And if things go south, I'll always be here for you.'
The words cut through Jongdae's heart like a knife. But they did relieve some of his anxiety. These thoughts were likely caused by the omega's surging hormones. Jongdae's heat was drawing closer, he could tell by the slight cramping in his lower back. Luckily, his painkillers help alleviate the pain during the night. Unfortunately, there was nothing he could take for the mood swings. Jongdae had to deal with that all on his own.
Tomorrow was going to be a very interesting day.