Hope you enjoy this chapter. Been busy with work and couldn't update sooner. This will have one more chapter, which will be hopefully be updated next week.

I'd recommend you to see the visuals at the end of the chapter and come back to read the chapter.

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To Jimin's dismay, the rest of the days were a blur as he stood in Jungkook's tight embrace, sniffling and scenting his alpha in earnest.

The wind ruffled their robes softly and carried moisture that hinted of an upcoming rain. Jungkook had his heavy cloaks. The alpha claimed his horse was trained to ride uneven terrain and Jimin believed him, but still, he couldn't help the worry niggling at his insides. He heard them talking about the terrain and marking areas that were known for landslides and floods. It was unsettling his wolf.

He wanted to argue and demand he used some sort of disguise but knew better than to not push it. The alpha was so knowledgeable and has been traveling all his life. He knew the lands like the back of his hand. So he hoped he'd have no trouble crossing this one. However, it was in his nature to worry.

"I'll see you in Moonsdale in two weeks," Jungkook assured him. "No one will harm you with Yoongi around. I trust him with my life."

It's not me I'm worried about.

Jimin's fist curled at the front of his tunic. "I'll miss you."

"I'll miss you too, my prince." He cupped his face, pressing his lips gently on his forehead. "I'll think about you every night and day." He released his face to hold his hands. "I'm yours as much as you're mine. And I'll be safe." He held Jimin's hands to his chest. "Go peacefully, Omega."

Jimin wiped his cheeks and stepped out of his embrace with a heavy heart. "Safe travels, Alpha."

Jungkook inclined his head before letting his hands go. The omega prince stood watching as the alpha pivoted on his heels and mounted his horse, kicking his heels on its ribs to propel it forward. Jimin waited until they disappeared from his view.

"Your Highness," Yoongi called. "We should get going and you have to get changed."

Jimin nodded. The hanbok Yoongi prepared for them for the trip was female attire. He'd have to wear makeup used by women and change his attire a bit to fit it. But he would be traveling along with the dancers. Yoongi suggested it was safer for him to travel in disguise with female omegas because the crawling spies and assassins would be searching high and low for the omega prince.

While he didn't enjoy being confined in female clothes, he didn't mind it either. His heart just longed for his alpha.

The trip commenced without any trouble. Yoongi had already made necessary arrangements so Jimin was welcomed and was brought along to the other dancers. An older omega took him inside and introduced the others by name. He committed their names to his memory and relaxed when she told them that he was mute and hence couldn't talk.

Yoongi is clever.

Underneath his hood, he'd covered his hair and face with a thin knitted shawl. His female attire and the floral scent didn't warrant much attention. Besides, the male and female omegas were all treated the same despite their gender differences.

However, Jimin didn't feel comfortable though. Having spent all his life surrounded by alphas, the cloying scent of omegas kept him at an edge during the travel. They traveled in small groups. The alphas rode the horses while the omegas huddled in a closed carriage.

Jimin's carriage was as usual surrounded by his brothers, Yoongi, and a few other alphas he introduced him as their guards. The rain was unrelenting. Sometimes they had to wait for hours before they traveled further. The villages were located at a distance that took a day or sometimes half-day travel.

The caravan stopped at every village, taking shelter in an inn because of the heavy rain. They usually only stopped for a night, but sometimes stayed a night or two if the weather was too bad for travel. The alphas had it hard. His brothers were soaked to their bones despite the heavy cloaks on their backs. Every day he prayed to the moon goddess for the safety of his alpha and his friend, Taehyung.

Yoongi told them the region was prone to floods and they were trying to cross the river at Creek Village before it got worse. Jimin was stuck with the female omegas for most of their travels. They were kind and didn't ask him any questions. They were told that he was a newly mated omega who was going to move to The Fortune Moon with his mate. Therefore, they left him alone mostly and he appreciated that.

At nights, he had to share a room or a tent with two or three other omegas. It was hard, but he managed to have lived a nomadic lifestyle for the past year. However, they didn't try to pry because his status as a newly mated omega gave him a certain privilege since they were known to be sensitive to scents during the initial days of mating.

The only downside to this was the lack of training. His hands itched to grab his sword and the lack of familiar weight around his waist felt like he had lost a limb. The cold press of the dagger against his hip did nothing to comfort him.

He was jittery throughout the travel and every passing day he missed Jungkook a bit more. The wolf whined inside him and these days it was harder to fall asleep with his scent slowly fading. Hoseok thought it was because their wolves had already bonded.

The expected two weeks of travel took three weeks because of the weather, but they crossed the river in the nick of time. The next day after crossing the river, a storm approached and Jimin learned a day later that the flood had surrounded the Creek Village.

When he came down from his room to meet his brothers, the inn was overflowing with people. They were stuck there for the next three days and it was the worst day Jimin had ever endured. It wouldn't have been this much worse if Jungkook had been there.

The damp and gloomy atmosphere reflected his mood. Jungkook's scent was barely there on his furs. He could only smell his flowery scent and the omega was restless with all these strange wolves surrounding him.

He also couldn't help but worry for the alpha who said he'd meet him in Moonsdale in two weeks. Did he make it out before the flood? Is he safe?

The bond he shared with his alpha was silent, nothing extraordinary. Even when they were apart, he could always feel the alpha's assuring presence. But with so much distance between them, he could barely feel him.

Now it has been three and a half weeks. The omega sighed. He couldn't wait to leave but no one could battle with nature.

He prayed to the moon all night to show mercy; to stop the rain so they could travel safely and he could see his alpha again. The next morning, after days of heavy rain, they saw a streak of sunlight. The moon had heard his prayers.

The caravan had buckled up and left immediately, chattering excitedly as the weather looked up. The alphas soaked in the sun and even the omegas left the windows of the carriage open.

The trip was somewhat smooth from there. Jimin made a note to visit the temple of the moon goddess and offer a prayer once they were in The Fortune Moon. They reached the Moonsdale Village in three days and Jimin's heart was violently beating against his chest when they approached the inn.

His omega was suddenly restless as if it could sense something he couldn't. He looked around and waited anxiously for the caravan to stop for the day. The scent of his alpha has faded from his clothes already and his wolf was restless and prowling inside his chest.

His brothers hadn't scented him either since that would wipe off Jungkook's pine scent on him. Also, newly mated omegas didn't like to carry other's scents on them. Though he wasn't mated yet, he had to play the role Yoongi created for him.

Once inside the inn, Yoongi took the lead, ushering him away from the female omegas. Though he was confused at first, he followed along without any question.

When they climbed the first floor, Jimin's heart skipped a beat and the omega was so close to taking full control of him. Then he smelled it. The comforting scent of pine in the air. With a yip, he took off, running through the narrow corridors, nose lifted in the air and his robe flying in the air behind him.

His boot-clad feet thudded across the wooden floor as he raced to the room at the far end of the corridor. His chest heaved when he threw the door open, the wood banging against the wall with a loud thud.

Jungkook whipped around, his beautiful eyes widening for a moment before a brilliant smile broke out on his face. The omega prince flew into his arms, almost knocking him down. The alpha's chest rumbled with laughter.

The omega, however, paid no heed as he went on to diligently scent his mate. His eyes glowed silver as he nipped at the alpha's neck with a soft growl. When the alpha immediately bared his neck, he let out a pleasing growl and licked at the fading mark, gently sucking the skin and relishing the shudder raking the alpha's body.

The scent of pine surrounded him, enveloping him like a warm blanket. He drowned in it, brushing his nose along the column of his neck, kissing and licking every inch as bursts of pine exploded around him, but was now being drowned by his floral scent. Jimin didn't stop until the alpha smelled entirely like him.

He pulled back with a dazed look, baring his neck, demanding to be scented softly. Jungkook obeyed immediately. Jimin shivered, whining softly as the alpha rubbed his scent all over him. Oh, how much he missed him.

"My precious omega," Jungkook growled. "Missed you so badly."

"Missed you more."

Jungkook pressed his lips against him softly, rubbing their noses together. "I apologize for leaving you." He cupped his cheek and rested his forehead against him. "But these are some of the hurdles we must pass."

"I understand, Alpha." Jimin smiled up at him, sighing in content.

The omega prince knew even if the alpha was here now, they wouldn't be able to spend all the time together. They must maintain their distance. But just knowing that he was there was enough. At least he could see him every day. Travel wouldn't be so hard now.

The inn was overflowing with travelers. So, the alphas took to making small tents a little far from the town while the omegas stayed in the rooms.

With that thought in mind, he wrapped his hands around the alpha, resting his cheek on his chest and listening to his heartbeat. His mind was calm and he was at peace. This was enough. This was everything he wanted.

***

Jimin was extremely nervous. He'd thought about this carefully and believed this was the right thing to do. Their courting period might have been short, but Jimin was convinced Jungkook was the one for him. The human and wolf were on the same page. They wanted their alpha.

However, there was one worry plaguing his mind. The alpha challenge. What would happen if he didn't make it? Were things moving fast? Was he leading the alpha with a promise of a future? The omega howled inside him, sad with how their future was uncertain. He just wanted to be with his alpha without any of the worries looming over his head.

When he voiced his concerns to his brothers, they'd told him to follow his heart and reminded him that he deserved to be loved and cherished. They reminded him that Jungkook knew what he was getting into, so he wasn't leading him on.

So here was, waiting in his room for the alpha to arrive. It was their last stop before they reached The Fortune Moon. They parted from the caravan briefly to rent a room far from the town. They chose the inn that was popular for hosting nobles to stay the night.

The room was moderately spacious, but when they said it was for a newly mated couple, the owners were kind enough to provide them with a new bedspread and pillows they saved for special occasions. The walls were red and decorated with beautiful paintings of the landscape of The Spirit Moon. The canopy bed with red curtains was such a contrast to the white bedspread. Red rose petals were scattered over the fluffy mattress, which the inn owner claimed to be made of duck feathers.

Jimin knew his brothers paid the owner handsomely for their efforts. He thought his brothers were excited and went overboard with the rose petals on the bed and oil lamps that were strategically placed around the room to light it with a golden glow. However, it made him happy nonetheless.

The arrangement was beautiful, but it also made Jimin nervous. What if this wasn't something the alpha wanted? What if he rejected him?

Jungkook had never once denied him anything. He was always respectful but also always let Jimin have whatever he wanted. He fought the urge to pace the room and stayed put, fidgeting with the sleeves of his robe.

As soon as he announced his decision, his brothers Seokjin and Hoseok had gone shopping, leaving a grumbling Namjoon behind. Seokjin had dressed him in one of those fancy silk robes that were the color of his hair. Bathed him and rubbed mildly scented oils into his skin until it blended with his natural scent.

Though he grew up in a humble hut, he was no stranger to such customs. His mother made sure to pamper him with beauty rituals that were used by royalty despite his protests. It softened his skin and gave it a healthy glow all the time.

He tugged at his robe, pulling it tighter where the slit exposed his toned thighs. It hugged his slender frame, accentuating his voluptuous curves, thanks to his omega genes. Having never worn such a thing, he blushed whenever he caught his reflection in the mirror. As time passed, he continued to grow conscious of his attire.

Is it too provocative?

Seokjin claimed this was how the omegas dressed for their mates. Underneath the flimsy, shimmery robe, he was naked as the day he was born. The jewelry that adorned him all came from his birth mother. A treasure his adopted mom saved for him against all the odds.

He sat in front of the mirror, where his brothers left him a while ago. He was covered in pearl and platinum accessories from head to toe. His brothers Seokjin and Hoseok claimed that the pearls complimented his skin so well. He traced the white metal that was once upon a time procured from the explorers, coated and fused with melted gold. It was only used by the ruling family of the royals so it showed his royal status as the royal.

A lot of consideration had gone into his dressing and accessories. As a single omega, his mother always braided his long, silver hair and tied it with a red ribbon no matter how much he refused. Now, his hair was parted in the middle, a part of it was tied in an updo bun and secured with a luxurious hair accessory.

The stick called binyeo was specifically used by the mated omegas to show their mated status. One look at his binyeo, the people would know that he belonged to the royal families because of its colorful, elaborate design that was embedded with jade, precious gems, and pearls.

The rest of his hair was left to fall freely, cascading around his face and fell to his waist. It might have been even longer if he hadn't frequently cut it because it was hindering his training. Though he was a warrior by day, at nights in the comfort of his private space, the omega always took pleasure in marveling over his features. He loved his soft, silky hair. He loved it when his mother or brothers brushed it and styled it to make him look prettier than he already was.

Between his parted hairs on the top of his head was a jade accessory called cheop-ji. The male and female omegas in the royal court wore that to indicate they lived in the palace or that they belonged to the king. The particular one Jimin wore was usually worn by a king or crown prince's consort. As a crown prince, it should have belonged to his mate but his status as an omega had turned tables. His lips curved into an ironic smile.

Maybe this would have rubbed him the wrong way before he met Jungkook. Now, it only felt right to show what he truly felt for the alpha. He would only submit to one alpha and that was Jungkook. This was meant only for the eyes of his alpha when tonight he would bare his soul to him.

Multiple layered thin chains with diamonds and pearl pendants adorned his neck. The temporary claim Jungkook lay over his pale skin was almost fading and the omega itched to renew their bond. Maybe tonight he will ask Jungkook to mark him again.

The white pearl ear cuff along with a few dangly earrings finished his look. His fingers are covered with several rings. Those weren't the only accessories though. He blushed red at the thought of the layered waist chain with a single pearl pendant in the middle around his waist. His brothers had teased him endlessly while securing it around his slender waist.

Though he never said it out loud, he was proud of his generous curves and flaring hips that were always hidden underneath rough riding pants and robes.

He was lost in his thoughts that he failed to notice when the alpha stepped inside the room. A throat cleared bringing him out of his thoughts. Jimin's eyes widened as his gaze locked with Jungkook's through the mirror.

The alpha's jaw was slack and he stood unmoving. In his hurry to stand up, Jimin didn't notice the way the slit exposed his legs as he whirled around. The alpha's scent spiked and a soft rumble drifted from him.

A shiver fluttered down his spine and Jimin shyly pulled his robe together again, hiding his legs. The alpha stepped further into the room and locked the door. His gaze swept around the room, staying a bit too long on the bed and the flowers before settling over Jimin.

The omega prince's heart began to race as he noticed the red bleeding into the alpha's eyes, a sign of his wolf surfacing.

"What is this, Omega?" his voice was laced with a growl. His eyes darkened considerably and the shift in his scent hinted at his arousal.

Jimin swallowed fighting the tinge of arousal it sent down his spine. "Taehyung said we will reach the borders tomorrow," he spoke, keeping his face averted in an attempt to hide his flaring cheeks from the alpha's intense gaze. "I...I just wanted to spend this night with you."

The alpha strode toward him with slow yet purposeful steps. "Your attire...Do you realize what this means?" Jungkook's voice was soft and gentle compared to the feral look in his eyes, the way his chest heaved, or the way his hands fisted by his sides.

Jimin met the alpha's gaze and nodded firmly. "I want to give myself to you tonight," he whispered. "All of me."

"Omega..." Jungkook's growl was restrained and he looked conflicted.

Jimin understood why. They were unmated. While it wasn't uncommon for the alpha and omega pair to get intimate before the mating, the royals were expected to hold that until after the mating ceremony. If Jimin lived in the palace, Jungkook wouldn't be able to get anywhere within fifty feet of him. They wouldn't be in the same room without a chauffeur. Even an accidental touch would have been considered scandalous.

Now Jimin was far from a traditional omega. He defied the royal etiquette at any chance he got and they were already intimate on two different occasions.

Jimin swallowed and continued, "I don't know where this alpha challenge leaves me. I want it, Alpha. I want to know what it feels like to belong to you." He pushed forward, reaching within the alpha's radius yet keeping his distance in case the alpha didn't want this. "Because...I just...I just want to belong to you in every way possible." He took a deep breath. "I'll understand if you don't want this," he said, looking away.

Jungkook stepped into his space, another growl rumbling out of his chest. "I haven't even given you my mating gift yet."

He looked as if he was fighting his wolf. His eyes shifted from black to red in a matter of seconds.

Jimin smiled and placed a hand over the Alpha's heart. He smelled so divine. Like fresh pine forest and rich, fertile soil after rain. "A place in your heart is all I need," he whispered, pleased with the alpha's visceral response.

Jungkook covered his small hand with his larger ones. "You own my entire being, Omega," he growled, no longer bothering to hide the tinge of his arousal. A gasp left his lips when the alpha's free hand gripped his hip, bringing him to flush against his body. "I belong to you. Only you."

Jimin's omega howled in excitement and his eyes shone bright silver. "I belong to you too. I want you to know that you're the only alpha I'll submit to. Own me alpha, love me tonight."

Jungkook's lips curled, displaying his elongated fangs. Jimin's heart skipped a beat. A wolf's claws and fangs came out when they were extremely aroused or threatened. He could tell it was the former in this case. If the sweetening scent of the alpha that was clouding his senses weren't proof enough, his hardness pressed against his abdomen.

He bared his neck instinctively. The alpha bent, tracing the slope of his jaw with his nose. Jimin's eyes fluttered shut, lips parted in a soft gasp as his hand flew to grip his bicep.

"Going to love you, my precious omega," he whispered against his skin. "Going to worship every inch of your body tonight."

Large hands roamed over his body, stopping occasionally to trace his curves. When it cupped the firm flesh of his ass, Jimin felt a few drops of slick trickle out. His breath hitched. Jungkook hasn't even kissed him yet, but he felt like floating.

"All mine."

The alpha's lips caught him in a bruising kiss, earning a soft moan from him. A hand cupped his nape, fingers digging into his scent gland—a possessive gesture of an alpha male—he tilted his head naturally to meet the alpha's demanding lips. Jimin opened eagerly when his tongue probed at the seam of his lips.

"You look so delectable, my omega." Jungkook pulled back to kiss down the slope of his neck and nosed over his scent gland, causing his knees to weaken. "You smell so good. So delicious."

Jimin gasped, throwing his head back when the alpha bit over his temporary mark, his teeth digging into the dents of the skin and sucking hard. He clung to the alpha and shivered when the cold air hit his body. He realized, belatedly, that the alpha had undone the ties that secured the robe to his waist. His hands now gripped at his bare skin at the waist.

Both were panting harder when Jungkook lifted his head. He slid the robe down his shoulder, kissing the exposed skin. His fangs scraped at the skin and he placed a few open-mouthed kisses, sucking on his skin gently. The omega prince felt his skin growing hotter when the robe slid to the floor, leaving him all bare to the eyes of the alpha.

He bit his bottom lip and brought his hands forward to cover his chest and privates out of instinct. The alpha let go of him and simply hoisted him in his hands in bridal style, causing the heat to spread over his neck and cheeks. The tip of his ears burned and he clenched his thighs.

The alpha lowered him in the middle of the bed gently, hovering above him for a moment. He traced Jimin's soft skin with his knuckles, his gaze hungrily eating up every inch of his skin. When he abruptly stood and stepped back, Jimin's head whipped up only for his eyes to widen when he noticed the alpha undressing hurriedly.

His cheeks flushed further but he couldn't bring himself to look away. The alpha was handsome. From his chiseled jaw to the toned abs and thick, strong thighs, he was a vision to behold. His heart swelled inside his chest. His alpha wasn't just beautiful on the outside, he had a beautiful heart too. He was one lucky omega. The moon had bestowed him with the best alpha.

Jimin never even thought of the possibility of having someone close to a mate or a love interest. His gaze slid down the alpha's broader framer, drinking in every inch of his revealed skin eagerly, admiring the swirls of ink in his skin. His hand ached to reach out and touch them, trace each line and kiss them. Ask the alpha what those drawings meant.

He slid his gaze down his pecs to the roped muscles on his abdomen. But his breath hitched when he finally noticed the aroused cock of his alpha. Jungkook was impressive, big, thick, and long. It stood proudly against his tanned skin with a reddened head dripping with precum.

"All yours, omega," the alpha growled and the omega averted his eyes with a flustered look.

Jungkook climbed on the bed, hovering over the omega, who sank against the pillows, one hand hiding his genitals and the other his exposed chest. The alpha's smile was soft. He bent to capture his lips in another kiss, hands running down the length of his body.

His alpha tasted sweet and the prince remembered Jungkook had a liking for sweet things. When they traveled together, he would always find the alpha munching on sweet berries or fruits they could forage. The omega moaned softly when Jungkook sucked at his tongue before licking into his mouth. His scent enveloped him, making his head dizzy with want.

Jimin was too lost in the kiss to notice the alpha gripping both his hands to pin them above his head. He gasped into the kiss when he felt the alpha's body was now pressed flush between his legs. He shut his eyes tighter.

This time the kiss was slow, teasing with gentle nibbles at his lips. Jungkook sucked at his tongue once more before going to lick over his bottom lip and taking it between his lips. He seemed to be obsessed with his plump, pillowy lips that were tinted with cherry-flavored red tint Seokjin procured from his shopping trip.

"You taste so sweet," the alpha murmured against his lips. "I could kiss you all day."

He moaned softly when their chests pressed flush against each other. The hard plains of the alpha's body pressed so deliciously against his. Their aroused cocks rubbed together but as much as Jimin wanted to create some sort of friction, Jungkook had him pinned with his hip and the omega could only take what he was given.

The alpha took his time to kiss and suck every inch of his exposed neck. Jimin's mouth parted in a soft gasp as he arched his neck more. Jungkook's scent washed over him like a tidal wave, so rich and potent. He turned his head, nosing over the alpha's scent gland in return.

Their arousal was thick in the air. His flowery scent complimented the alpha's pine scent so well. It combined in the air along with the pleasant scent of the roses, surrounding them. Jimin loved it.

The alpha released his neck to kiss along his collarbone, wet lips tracing over the protruded bone, occasionally sucking on the skin. When he finally reached his nipples, Jimin let out a soft whimper. Jungkook wrapped his lips around the aching bud, lapping at it with his tongue before sucking it with a purpose.

The omega keened and arched his chest to get as close to the alpha's mouth as possible. His tongue teased the tip of his nipple, scrapping over it with teeth before soothing the ache with his tongue again.

Jimin was already leaking slick, a steady trickle wet his ass cheeks now and then. He unconsciously rolled his hips, moaning at the friction. The alpha responded with a rumbling growl laden with arousal.

The omega panted as the alpha moved to his other nipple, showering it with his attention. He was growing desperate to feel more of the alpha. Jungkook's grip on him was rendering him immobile to some extent. He could escape if he wanted to but he didn't. He wanted to stay in this position forever if possible.

"Please..." he moaned. "Take me, Alpha. Need you now."

Jungkook let go of his hands and straightened. He looked wrecked already, his pupils had already gone red and Jimin was sure his eyes would be glowing silver. His chest heaved as he glanced down at his body with such need that caused Jimin's skin to heat.

"Present for me, Omega."

Jimin blinked. He opened his mouth and then closed it. He raked his brain, unable to come up with a suitable response. "I...I don't know how."

The alpha's features softened immediately and he leaned forward to kiss his lips once again. "Turn around. I'm going to mount you from behind."

"Oh." Jimin flushed red, growing flustered but obeyed.

He turned around to lie on his stomach, shivering when the alpha growled in appreciation. The omega inside him preened. The spike in Jungkook's scent told him, he liked the view.

Jungkook grabbed his hips, adjusting his position to stand on all fours before flattening his palm between his shoulder blades and began to push him down.

The position left him open to the alpha's eyes and Jimin suddenly felt very exposed. With a soft mewl, he buried his face into the pillows, fingers curling around the sheets.

"Shh...don't hide your face, my love. Let me see it," the alpha coaxed immediately. "You're a vision like this. Your beauty is out of this world and I'm honored that you chose me out of all the alphas out there."

Warmth rushed to his chest and he felt more slick dripping out of his hole. He wanted to close his legs, but Jungkook was already between them making it impossible. Cold air brushed over his bare skin making him shiver. Jimin turned his face to press his cheek on the soft pillow and bit his lips.

"Look at you," Jungkook murmured, covering his body with his, kissing his nape, and nipping gently at his fading mark. "Stunningly gorgeous. When I first saw you, I thought the moon goddess herself had come down for a walk."

Jimin gasped when Jungkook sucked his ear lobe.

"Such a beauty that even rivals the beauty of the moon herself."

Jimin's eyes rolled to the back of his head. Jungkook rolled his hips and he felt the alpha's cock brush over his rim.

"I can't believe how fortunate I am." He trailed open-mouthed kisses down his spine. "All mine. My perfect omega."

Jimin's toes curled at the praise. His body was hot all over and if he didn't know better he would have thought he was going into heat.

The alpha kissed down his spine, hands tracing smooth patterns over his ribs and sides. His entire body jerked when he felt the alpha's breath fanned over his hole. The alpha grabbed his ass cheeks, kissing every inch as he kneaded the flesh before burying his nose between them and inhaling deeply. Such a primitive action caused him to whine.

A loud growl tumbled out of his chest and Jimin felt the first lick of warmth over his hole. He gasped loudly, followed by a startled moan. The alpha licked a fat stripe from his perineum to his hole before puckering his lips to suck at his rim.

"Ah...Alpha...Mmm..."

The pleasure was so intense that Jimin almost came to the spot. He'd never heard of such a thing. Not that he was around so many people to discuss such intimate details. His knowledge was limited to such things and came from books he read or from stuff his brothers sometimes discussed when they were drunk.

This...This was so good and there was nothing he had to compare this with. Jungkook's tongue was warm and kinda slippery. It was soft but seemed to tease every inch of his sensitive spot with the right pressure.

"Oh..." Jimin whimpered. "G-Goddess...ngh..."

Jungkook hummed but twirled his tongue over his entrance, continuously licking. The omega began to breathe heavily, his moans flowing out with no control. Jungkook was only beginning but it already felt heavenly.

Jimin felt like his soul was being sucked out when Jungkook sucked on his rim. His back arched like a bow, hips gyrating on their own to match the rhythm of the alpha's tongue. The occasional growls he let out sent vibrations down his body.

"Ngh..."

The omega fisted the sheets, hips bucking at every lick. He let out little whines as he panted against the pillows. The alpha didn't seem to slow down. He parted his ass cheeks, diving deeper.

"Alpha..."

Jimin cried out in pleasure. It was too much. His toes began to curl inward and he felt more slick gushing out. His body began to shake as the pleasure built rapidly. The muscles in his stomach were coiling tight.

Just when he was getting used to the intrusion, Jungkook slipped a finger along with his tongue. Jimin keened with a loud whimper. If that wasn't enough, the alpha's large palm, wet with his slick, cupped his erection and began to jerk him.

Jimin didn't have a chance to warn the alpha before he was cumming all over the alpha's hand. His body shook violently and his knees gave out under him. His body went limp as he panted softly.

The alpha let go of him and gently flipped him over. Jimin's breathing was heavy and their eyes closed as he came down from his high. The alpha nuzzled into his neck, placing several wet kisses over his scent gland, and briefly sucked at his temporary mark.

"You taste like nectar," the alpha growled against his neck. "I would live between your legs forever."

Heat spread on his face and his omega preened with pride at the words of praise. He turned his head, hiding his face into Jungkook's neck.

"So good for me, my precious omega." Jungkook moved again.

Jimin spread his legs when he felt the alpha settle between his thighs. The alpha's fingers found his entrance again, sinking inside and fucking him gently. He felt two more fingers sliding in with ease with how much soaking wet he was.

The omega was speechless with pleasure once again. He wanted the alpha inside of him, all of him. The alpha seemed to sense his need because his fingers left him. Soon his cock nudged at his entrance.

Jimin panted in anticipation as he began to push inside his wet heat. His hole sucked the alpha greedily, the omega gasping at the intrusion. The stretch burned. Jungkook was bigger and when he bottomed out, Jimin was out of breath.

"My love..." the alpha growled. "My mate." He began to move and Jimin moaned. "You feel like heaven. My personal heaven." The alpha bent to kiss his lips and Jimin tasted himself in his mouth.

For some reason, it was arousing and he whimpered, burying his fingers into alpha's hair, tugging at it. It fell out of the hair tie the alpha had on top of his head and fell around his eyes. He looked so feral like this and it was extremely arousing. Jungkook pulled back almost fully only to slam into him and Jimin almost arched off the bed.

The alpha grabbed his hands again, pinning it above his head, and straightened. He used his other hand to lift one leg over his shoulders, adjusting his hips a few times before fucking into him. He set a steady pace from the beginning, each thrust knocking the breath out of the omega. The alpha filled him to the brim, his cock brushing deliciously against his prostate.

"Ah...Ang...Alpha...Ah..."

Jimin's eyes were closed, his body so pliant under the alpha. Pleasure vibrated from his core and spread to the tip of his fingers. Incoherent words and moans slipped out of his mouth. Heat coiled in his stomach, threatening to explode any moment.

Jungkook's deep moan drifted around them, perfectly in harmony with his soft ones. The sound of their skin slapping against each other was obscene. Jimin didn't care who heard them. The room was filled with their pheromones, spurring them on.

Sweat covered their skin and Jimin could barely keep up with it all. The alpha was so strong, looking like a sculpted God above him. His tanned skin glistened under the golden light from the lamp.

His mate was so handsome. Perhaps the most beautiful alphas in all five nations. The strands of his unruly dark hair were out of the hair tie. He looked feral with the red eyes of his wolf shining so brightly. His fangs were out, poking out of his lips. For anyone such a sight could be frightening, but not for Jimin.

When the alpha surged forward, he bared his neck instinctually. His fangs scraped over his scent gland, lips wrapping around his temporary mark. He felt the fangs piercing the skin just as the alpha began to grow even bigger inside of him. His thrusts began to grow urgent and sloppy.

Jimin gasped for breath, arching his back. He let out a broken moan as the alpha's knot grew and locked inside of him. His orgasm washed over him for the second time that night.

Jungkook had him pinned to the bed, hips grinding against him as he rode out the orgasm. The omega sniffled in joy when he felt the alpha filling him with his cum. It was so satisfying. He felt their bond being renewed again. A part of him sulked since it wasn't a mating bite. He wanted it to be but knew he couldn't have it.

The alpha growled against his neck, releasing his neck and slowly licking over the wound. This second time around, Jimin felt their bond even stronger than the first time. Jungkook's cock twitched inside of him. He nuzzled his neck and kissed along his jaw.

"Mark me, my love. Mark me as yours. "

Jimin turned his head and wrapped his hands around the alpha's neck. He found the previous mark he left on his neck and kissed the spot before sinking his fangs quickly into his neck. The omega growled in ecstasy.

The alpha only belonged to them. Mate. It continued to chant.

"My alpha," he whispered, releasing his neck. "My mate and my king."

Jungkook growled softly against his neck. "Your king?"

"Mhmm..." Jimin hummed. "I meant it when I said you're the only alpha I'll submit to. You're my king, the ruler of my heart, soul, and body."

"Is that why you wore that?" He traced the cheop-ji that was now askew on top of Jimin's head.

"Yes."

"That's the one royal consorts wear." His voice was soft.

"I know."

"But I'm no king."

"You are...to me."

"You do know it's impossible." Jungkook lifted his head, staring into his eyes with an unreadable emotion. "Once you win the challenge, you'll be the king. You will be in the court of the emperor. Even the alphas submit before him."

Jimin scoffed. "I'm not an alpha."

"So not even to the emperor?" He sported an amused smile.

Jimin smiled. "Not even him." He caressed his cheek. "I'll respect him but I'll never submit to another alpha who isn't you."

Jungkook smiled. "My love, you know how to please my heart. Your words prove that you love me as a man and alpha. That my status in this society doesn't matter to you."

Jimin sighed, resting his head on the pillow. "I was raised by my mother's handmaiden. Her mate, a warrior, is the only father figure in my life. Their children became my brothers. They might have brought me up as a royal, but they gave me something I wouldn't have gotten if I were to grow up in the palace. They gave me love, showed me loyalty. My brothers respect me as the prince, but above all, they love me dearly as their little brother. I've lived a hard life all these years. Societal status has no value in my eyes. I know some things are more important than one's status in this society. Status doesn't bring you joy, love does."

Jungkook kissed his lips. "I know. And I'll never take your love for granted." He cupped his cheek. "I'll always honor you and will work hard to be the mate who deserves you."

"You already are." Jimin smiled. The knot was going down and the alpha was beginning to grow soft. He bit his lower lips. "Love me again, Alpha."

Jungkook pulled out to turn the omega, made him lie on his side before pushing his leg up, and entered him again from his back. Jimin threw his head back with a soft moan.

The alpha wrapped his left hand around Jimin's neck to grab his right shoulder in a possessive embrace. Gripping his hip and burying his nose into the freshly made mark, he began to thrust inside him. He started slowly, increasing it with time. Their grunts and moans drifted around them as they moved in perfect tandem.

Soon they came together for the last time. Jungkook kissed him lovingly before pulling him flush against his chest. With his knot locking them together, Jungkook pulled the sheets over them, drifting off into a peaceful sleep.

***

Saying goodbye to Jungkook this time was harder than he ever thought. For one, they were recently bonded and two, Jimin didn't know what his fate would be once he entered The Fortune Moon. He didn't know if they'd ever meet again. So he clung to the alpha with all his might and tried not to cry.

They were at the borders, away from watchful eyes. Taehyung lurked around but not close enough to hear what was being spoken. Jimin kissed his alpha repeatedly, ingraining every kiss and every touch into his memory.

"You remember the promise, Alpha?" he asked, releasing the alpha half-heartedly.

"I do," Jungkook replied. "No one will touch you and no harm will come to your brothers."

And you must kill me if there's no choice.

Jimin's throat tightened as he nodded. "I'll see you there." He held their hands together. "I only belong to you."

"And I belong to you."

Jimin felt his eyes burning with tears. "Stay safe, Alpha." He cupped his cheek with a hand. "If things didn't go as planned, you must leave," he whispered, resting his forehead against his. "Take my brothers and leave."

"I promise. Stay alive for me, Omega."

With a heavy heart, he stepped back. "I'll do my best."

Jungkook took a deep breath and cupped his face. "I'll be in touch. We cannot travel with you, but I've already made arrangements with the Speaker of the Moon. He will protect you until you reach the arena."

Jimin nodded.

"You're the strongest omega I've ever met. Remember, you attack to kill. Show no mercy." His features tightened. "I'll be watching you."

Jimin smiled through his tears. "I'm counting on it. Goodbye, Alpha."

"Until we meet again." Jungkook kissed him lovingly before stepping back.

Taehyung came right on cue with his brothers and Yoongi. Yoongi nodded while Taehyung pulled Jimin into a tight embrace and Jimin tried his best to not cry again. "Play dirty," he whispered against the top of his head. "Show them who the omega here is." He patted his back twice and stepped away.

Jimin nodded tearfully.

"We must part ways now, but this is my promise to you, Your Highness. No one will dare touch you under my watch. I'll kill anyone who dares put their hand on you," Taehyung said.

Jimin chuckled. "Thank you. I'll be at ease."

With no more words, the three mercenaries pivoted on their heels and mounted their horses. Jungkook met his gaze with a soft smile. "Look for my hawk. I'll send a word."

"I will." Jimin nodded.

When they disappeared from view, Jimin and his brothers went to join the caravan. His heart was beating loudly the entire time they crossed the borders. The security guards checked the travelers before letting them inside.

Jimin clenched his jaw and clutched his hands tighter in his lap. When their carriage stopped for the security check, one of the older omegas spoke before the guard reached to lift his hood. Jimin closed his eyes, praying to the moon goddess.

"The omega is recently mated," the elder omega said. "I'll do it."

He relaxed as the alpha guard dropped his hand. The recently mated alpha and omega pair were sensitive to the other wolves. The touches of other alphas were recoiling and Jimin was sure he was reeking of the alpha, thanks to their recent claiming.

The elder woman lifted his hood with gentle fingers. He kept his eyes downcast to hide the unnatural silver color of his irises. Now caked with makeup and lip tint, he was unidentifiable. His silver hair was tied into a tight bun on top of his head with a shawl covering it.

"You may go." The guard gave them a pass and Jimin sighed in relief and pulled the hood down.

"Oh, my...you're so beautiful," one omega gushed as the carriage began to move. "No wonder your alpha is hiding you among us."

"She's a great catch indeed," another echoed. "Such a lucky alpha."

No. I'm the lucky one.

He inclined his head gently to accept their praises. It made his cheeks sting. He was glad their chatter soon turned into something else.

The scenery around him seemed to change as the caravan walked through the walls of The Fortune Moon. A weird feeling settled in his chest. This was supposed to be his home. Strangely, it didn't feel like one. Except for the fact, his mother was here, he felt no connection or whatsoever to this nation.

The Fortune Moon was a beautiful country with great scenic beauty from what he heard. It rivaled The Ember Moon in terms of its terrain and stable weather, unlike the other nations. They also had rich mineral resources.

They made a small stop at the village to procure some things and continued their journey. Jimin's heart was in his throat the entire time. He missed his alpha. They traveled non-stop to make up for the lost time, stopping only for short breaks occasionally.

Hours turned into days and it still took them a week to reach the capital. Decorations greeted them everywhere with splashing colors and the people were bustling around. The majority of them were in festive attire.

The town wasn't much different from the others he had visited before, except for the decorations. There were several established town shops, new merchants beckoning the people over, nobility riding horses or carriages. It was a typical scene from everyday life.

"The city hadn't been this alive in years," the elder omega traveling with them said. "The last time the city was decorated like this was when we awaited the birth of our prince." She sighed. "It's unfortunate, he didn't live to see the light."

Jimin's flowery scent soured a little.

"But I heard the young prince is still alive," another young omega said. She was the one with bright eyes and talked a lot. She lowered her voice. "The king lied to his people because his son was an omega."

"Are you talking about the rebel prince?" another omega asked.

"Yep. My brother has seen him once," the first omega proudly announced. "He says he is the most beautiful omega to walk on this earth with silver hair and silver eyes."

"Hush, child," the elder omega warned. "We do not talk about the omega prince."

"Why not?" the younger omega groaned.

"Because even the walls have ears. We shouldn't talk about things that aren't ours to talk about and the king could behead us if any of this gets out," she said wisely.

Jimin sighed. He couldn't wait to get out of the carriage. The clothes were beginning to suffocate him and his skin was beginning to itch. As if on cue, there was a knock on the door. He lifted the curtain to see Namjoon waiting outside.

"We have arrived at our destination."

Jimin nodded before turning to bow at the elder omega and inclined his head toward the others. He exited the carriage and followed Namjoon through the narrow alleys. They walked through the cobbled paths to reach an inn that looked like it had seen its better days.

No words were spoken as they climbed the stairs to reach the room at the end of the corridor. Jimin slipped inside the room when Namjoon opened the door for him.

"Your alpha sent a package." Seokjin handed him a parcel wrapped in linen.

Jimin took it immediately, grinning from ear to ear. He carefully unwrapped it, finding a wooden box inside with the intricate design of a wolf, moon, and wildflowers. He traced the polished edges, admiring the handcrafted work. His heart fluttered in his chest.

He opened the box with trembling fingers to find a handcrafted double-edged short sword mostly used by noblemen. However, what made it stand out were the metal used and the inscriptions.

To the other half of my soul.

His throat tightened and he felt a soft smile forming on his lips. He went to sit on the bed, noticing his brothers had left him alone in the room and he appreciated the gesture. He placed the box on the bed before picking up the thin handwritten scroll inside.

My precious omega,

I hope you had a smooth journey and are sleeping well at night.

I wait for the day I can hold you in my arms, but as you know, we must endure.

I wish I had presented you this sword under different circumstances, but I'm glad it'd now serve its purposes. In my family, every alpha would present their mates with a dagger or a short sword at the time of their mating. It is a symbol of protection, small and weighs light, something easy to hide under their sleeves.

This is the first gift I crafted for my future mate. I left it in the care of my friend for safekeeping, so one day when I found my mate, I could give it to them.

It was fortunate that we met. My only regret is not being able to hand this to you in person.

The sword is laced with wolfsbane and black nightshade. Use it wisely.

Your alpha.

Jimin smiled as he reread the scroll before bringing it to his nose to inhale the comforting scent of his alpha. He let his fingers run over the smooth, neat crawls of ink, committing every line into his memory. He rolled the scroll and placed it safely inside the box.

The short sword indeed weighed light and was easy to hide. It also came with a strap that would allow him to strap it to his forearm or his thighs. He unsheathed the sword and brought it to his nose taking a slight whiff, then nodded with a hum.

He just knew this would be useful inside the ring. Jungkook had already gifted him the retractable shield. It showed how much the alpha cared for him.

Jimin packed the sword inside the box and began to strip out of the female clothes before changing into his usual clothes, sighing with relief as he set to clean his face free of paint. His mind began to calculate the number of days leading to the fight.

There was no time to waste. He must now prepare for the fight, make up for the days he missed his training. With a determined sigh, he set to work with the thought of his alpha's gift warming his heart. 

Some Visuals:

I'm obsessed with this edit:

Though these accessories have some kind of historical significance, I changed it to fit this fic. So these pics are only for reference.

Cheop-ji: 

Binyeo:

Chain:

Waist chain:

Short Sword: