Walking out of the elevator, Davi did not head over to where the car was parked. It was not all the time that he could stroll around the city so freely. It was already a year since he saw the bustling area of this side of the country.
When he was working before, he could only watch as the teens his age walks in a group while laughing and talking about nonsensical topics. He never had a chance to experience that.
He never even had a friend to call his own.
The high-rise buildings were standing left and right but it does not stop the sun to shine so brightly on him. It must have been saying ‘congratulations!’ on the new life and job he got. A high school graduate but working for a top company was already something he could just dream of before.
Today, he was hired as a janitor with a two million clean salary. He was happy beyond compare.
Passing through a cake shop, he stopped on his foot and stared at the beautifully designed cake from small to largest. It was impeccable for him that his eyes start to sparkle.
The cake shop had a serene ambiance, the smell was not too sweet and not too heavy for the nose. “Welcome, Sir.”
A soft jingle was heard after the staff open the door with a full smile. “Celebration?” the staff asked as if he can read his mind. “You can choose your own toppings and can even lessen the sugar if you desire.”
It was hard to sell cakes but the staff made enough effort for Davi to nod his head.
When he graduated, he never had the time to celebrate. Today, he wanted to give himself a pat on the back and a little treat. He checks out the cake one by one before settling on the simple white coating cake with a grass design.
“Can you add ‘Congratulation on your new job!’ here?” He felt so much pride in those words. He indeed deserved congratulations.
“Also, can you pack this for me?” He pointed to another cake and instructed the words to write.
He sat on the corner table with the cake in front of him. It was a small cake that was enough for one person. “Congratulations, Davi. You made it in high school. Now you got a job. You’re so amazing.”
In the corner, he whispered those words and smiled at himself before blowing out the candle. “Here’s the other cake sir.” The staff came again with the well-packed cake in hand.
“Thank you.”
But the staff was hesitant to leave and seems to be wanting to ask for something, “Uhm… sir, are- are you…” stuttering, he does not know where to start.
“What is it?” Davi had his first bite of the cake and as expected it was just enough sweetness. “Just ask,” he added.
“Sir I… Please be our model!”
Fork fell and silence was heard. “Model?!”
The staff sat on the chair in front of Davi and with the glowing eyes of a businessman he explained, “Yes! Just now, when you were looking at the cakes you look so entrance which made me want to buy my own cake!”
With his exaggerated words and exaggerated action, Davi felt shy and anxious at the same time. He never really sees himself as a beauty. As an omega with a masculine build, it was uncommon that it became his inferiority.
“But… I- I’m not pretty. Also, I don’t know how m-models-“
“Sir, if you are not pretty then what am I? We can guide you on what to do!” he blinks his eyes twice as fast and flashed a pleading face, “Try it once then you can decide whether to continue or not. We will pay.”
One word caught Davi’s attention and his anxious face turned to curiosity, “pay?”
“Ah-huh. Two hundred fifty thousand per concept. We’re a known company and we give generous pay!”
Two hundred fifty thousand for one work seems too good to be true. He was usually paid ten thousand or fifteen thousand before. He does not want to let go and he does not want to enter the trap either.
“Am I going to work here?” he asked. If they will shoot in the cake shop then he will be comfortable but if not then he will reject the offer. For his plan to work, safety’s a priority!
Seeing hope, the staff enthusiastically answered, “Yes. We will shoot here to advertise the shop and the new cake design. What’s your name?”
“Davi.”
“I’m Reynolds. I am the manager of this branch.” He extended his hand but retract it after realizing that Davi’s an omega. “Sorry, is it okay to shake hands?”
Between alpha and omega, little skin ship should be avoided. To ensure safety, the two sub-gender that can awaken each other's inner fire must not touch each other as much as possible except if they were in a relationship.
“S-sure.”
“Yay! Then, when can you start?” Reynolds shook Davi’s hand and ask questions while doing so. Instantly, he let go when Davi wears a wry smile on his face.
Thinking of his initial plan, Davi decided to do it on the weekend. It would be safe to do the shooting with the sun out especially since he does not know him fully. Reynolds gladly gave his contact to Davi and left him to eat his cake in peace.
If things work out, he can quickly save ten million for the divorce fee. Everything will work out, Davi thought to himself.
At noon, he arrived back at the mansion with his cake in hand and handed it over to the butler, “Uncle Bert, please give this to Liam when he comes back.” It was the cake he chooses as a thank-you for Liam.
He was not ungrateful; he knew when to say thank you when needed.
Looking back before his rebirth, Liam was the one who bought him from the loansharks. If not for Liam, he might be a human toilet now or pregnant or a paid-whore. The alpha was scary but gratitude exempts no one.
Back in his room, he surfs about modeling work and how to do poses for food. He received a second chance in life so he wanted to do great in this second life. If the modeling turns out well then it could be one of his works in the future.
Two hundred fifty thousand will do just fine for his expenses and he can find other work to cover his wants. A simple life was better than a complicated one. After he divorced Niel, there will be no free food and lodging. He should save for his future as well aside from the divorce fee.
Immersed in his internet surfing, he had not noticed the knock on his door. “Davi.” When he heard the voice, his whole body trembled and the knock made his stomach tighten.
He was so surprised that he stopped to listen for a while making sure that he was hearing it right. “Are you sleeping already?” After the question, there was silence outside, and seconds later a fading footstep was heard.
He doesn’t know why but each time he heard Liam call his name there was a pang in his heart and sometimes he just wants to voluntarily submit to the alpha. This is bad news. Between pretending to sleep or facing Liam he chose the first one.
It will be scary if Liam enters his room! An alpha and an omega in one room? Many things could happen!
In the kitchen, Liam was facing an open box. His aura was calm, the cake that Davi gave him had a word written on it: “Thank you for helping me.”
The next morning, Davi woke up earlier than usual. It was the excitement kicking in. Last night, after Liam left outside the door he watched more videos that could help him in modeling food. Then, he watched a video that will help him become a good janitor!In the video, the guy tied his hair in a man-bun and his mask, then his gloves and face the camera to say, “Let’s do this!” The guy then started to check his cleaning materials, refilled the bottles with fewer cleaning liquids, and left to start his day in a five floors building. While cleaning, the guy explained how to get rid of this kind and that kind of stains. He learned a lot and he felt that he was more ready to start his new career. When the video finished it was already midnight. “Good morning!” he said while sitting at the dining table. “I’ll eat more today so I could have more energy to clean!” He was enthusiastic that Liam had to raise his eyes to watch him.He had not seen anybody from a rich family happy to work a
The sudden stop in his sentence and creasing of his brows made Alexis thought that there might be another problem that arises. It has been a long day before the day even begins. Another problem means another late-night work. “Is something wrong, President?” Liam closed his phone, and continued on his walk as if nothing happened, as if he heard nothing but when they reached the door, he stopped and uttered, “Do new employees need to have welcome parties?” Alexis made a blank look before answering, “President, it has been a culture.” The door creaked and the huge office came into view. On the side was a sofa and a little coffee table. On the other side were cabinets full of trophies and certificates of awards given to the company but mostly to Liam as an outstanding entrepreneur, a rookie businessman, and many others. “Then, why am I not invited to any of it?” The chair he was sitting on was leather, a sturdy one which he likes the most. The number of documents he needed to sign pi
When the time to clock out came, the three members of their small team rejoice turning the small resting area into a chaotic jungle. Brian was planning everything for the welcoming party later while Kelly was rejecting all his ideas. Davi would like to join the conversation but he does not know where to insert. First, he was embarrassed to say something wrong and second, he does not want to interrupt the excited Brian. Even though he felt these, he also felt happiness in his heart. This was his first outing with a workmate and he wanted to try his best not to become the cause of an awkward atmosphere. In reality, even if he wanted to speak, his heart won't allow him to. At this very moment, Davi's heart was pounding so fast from anger and other feelings he can't explain. His face was red from all the suppression of his emotion. An hour before he clocked out. Davi went to the storage room to return his and Mama Chu's cleaning materials. Each one of them had a push cart where everyt
Davi remembered that night when he first saw Liam. The alpha was wearing a three-piece suit with shiny shoes. He entered the loan sharks office full of the musty smell and cigarette smoke. The alpha’s beauty and bearing were out of place, one could not help but notice him. Even in his desperate and miserable state, Davi still had a chance to admire his beauty. However, that was all. “How much is he?” That was the first words he heard from the alpha’s lips. A voice so soothing to the ear but the words he spoke were like daggers, his voice full of cold and chill. “Has he been touched?” “H-he’s still a virgin, Mr. Noah.” The President of the loan shark quivered at every question that Liam spoke that day. “I’ll take him.” No matter how much he admire Liam’s beauty, it was all a shame that the alpha was another perverted bastard that wanted his body. What else can an alpha want from a nobody like him? Liam was obviously a rich man… he could have any omega he wanted. Surely, he will
Working in the company as a utility worker was not the same. Others started their work at four in the morning, others at seven, and very few at ten o’clock in the morning. They were the very last person to leave the company, ensuring that everything was clean before closing. They were also the people who knew most of the gossip inside the company, who partnered with who, who relieves their lust in the bathroom, and who were against who. Nothing could escape their ears but it was also their silent policy to keep their mouth shut. After all, having a job was better than living as unemployed. They were walking in the hallway and like it was a hobby, Mama Chu kept checking every corner they pass through and wiping it if she sees even a tiny stain, “Kiddo if ever you see two people in the corner where cameras don’t reach, run.” She pat his shoulder and added, “Don’t listen to people’s secrets. It is for your safety.”Brian and Kelly nodded in agreement to what Mama Chu's said, "Yeap, l
The mansion was well-lit outside. Just entering the huge gate, there will be lights lined up to brighten the path. On the left side of the gate, just five meters away was a small pond with different colors of koi fish. Surrounding it was yellow light enough for someone strolling to see the wiggling of the small and big koi. If one walked further, a hundred square meter pagoda was standing condescendingly as if telling people to look at it, I’m built to protect! It was so arrogant that the corner of it shone even during the night. On the right side of the gate was a wide lawn that could be used for games, picnics, and parties. Located further from this was a small natural forest preserve and well taken care of. A few fruit trees were added and sometimes servants came here to pick fresh fruits in season. The mansion was not in the center but situated in front of the small pond and if one stand outside the balcony, this was the view one would see. At this moment, Liam was standing
The shoot started. The table was neatly arranged and the props were balanced not overpowering the cakes on the table. There were two pre-arranged tables, one table carried a bright concept and the other a dark concept. “Think happy thoughts while you slice the cake” the photographer instructed. Before they started, Davi honestly told the photographer that he had no experience in front of the camera. So, he was nervous that he might not do well but Reynolds assured him that all he needed was to eat the cake and listen to the photographer’s guidance. Remembering what he had watched for the past week, Davi finally had a bit of confidence in his heart. When he heard that he should think happy thoughts, Davi paused. All he could remember was a struggle, his father's angry drunk talk and his brother’s incessant asking for money, the classmates that laughs at him for being meek, and the day his father sold him… he realized he had never had a happy day in his twenty years of life. It was
Liam was one hundred and ninety centimeters tall, five centimeters taller than Davi. It was no news that Liam had a sturdy chest and muscles. The alpha worked out every morning in the gym located in the annex of the house. Outside the gym was a half-Olympic size pool where he swim after exercising. They stayed in the same pose for three seconds before Davi lifted his face and so, Davi’s eyes were on the same level to Liam’s lips. When he stumbled on the other's chest, he did not feel anything wrong except being nervous but it was different when he saw the alpha’s lips up close. At first, he was stunned to see those natural pinkish lips and then later he thought, Liam’s future omega should consider him or herself lucky to kiss those lips. He even goes deeper to think that Liam’s lips might be sweet. “Davi.” The cold but light voice brought him back from his thoughts. Liam stood straight again after Davi pull himself away. Actually, Liam was planning to leave after he had receiv