Azrael
The vibrations from my phone woke me from the long-awaited sleep. I frowned as I picked up my phone before I saw Reina as the caller ID.
I knew exactly why she was calling, so I dropped my phone before something fell from my body; a blanket.
I stared at it and picked it up as I tried hard to remember when I took the time to pick it up before the scent of hot food from the kitchen wafted in.
It couldn’t be. I thought as I rushed out of my chair to the kitchen.
I barged in and stared at Leslie, who was tasting the stew in the cooking spoon before he turned back and smiled at me.
“Oh, you’re awake and right on time. Dinner is ready.” Leslie said as he dropped the spoon aside and picked up a few plates.
“I told Ben I wouldn’t be heading home late since I’m having dinner here, so pardon me for staying a little longer. Could you please help me and set the table?” Leslie requested as he offered me the plate.
I couldn’t understand how he was talking so naturally with me after what happened that day and I never expected him to show up, or at least not now.
“Uh?” I replied and collected the plates before I walked out to the dining.
I placed the plate on the table as I stared at Leslie with hands carrying a container that contained dinner. He dropped it on the table the moment I was done before he exhaled and faced me.
“I don’t want us to fight after the meal. My mother always said that it is important to make peace before any meal, especially dinner.” Leslie said before he bowed his head. “I’m sorry for insisting and intruding on your personal affairs.”
I felt embarrassed. He was acting like the senior man here before my shoulders slouched and Leslie raised his head.
“I went home and thought about it and I realized I was wrong. I would also be mad at myself if I were in your shoes and forced to give a reason why I hate omegas by an omega simply because he wants to be my friend and demands my respect, trust, and like instead of earning it. So, I want to atone for my mistake with dinner. I don’t know what you like and I’m still unfamiliar with Asian culture, but I’m willing to learn if it is you.” Leslie said as I placed my hand on my neck and flushed.
“Let’s just call it a truce. I was also in the wrong. I lost my temper then did something that made you…” Leslie blushed as he looked away while I placed my fingers between my brows. “The thing is, I’m sorry.”
“May I ask why you did that? Why you kissed me?” Leslie asked as his neck flushed with his face in a manner that I almost misunderstood.
“I don’t know, but I did. I don’t know if it was because I’m pent up or if it’s because…” I paused and walked up to him. “Or if it’s because it’s you.”
Leslie blinked as his cobalt blue eyes stared at me before he laughed and waved off my words.
“If I wasn’t married, I would take that as a confession.” I flinched when he said that. “You don’t have to be disgusted; let’s forget about everything and start again as friends since my editor time ended two hours ago.”
“I still don’t like you.” I said as Leslie smiled and stretched his hand.
“I adore your work Azrael-sensei.” Leslie said with his eyes closed and the sincerest smile any of my fans could ever muster.
Leslie was honest when he said he was my biggest fan, but I didn’t also know… I was seeing him in a new light.
“Hoy Mitsuki!” Clark shouted as I stepped into the VIP lounge that was quieter than the front club.
I sat down as West poured me a shot and I took a sip before I stretched my legs on the table before Mike waved the girls they were making out with, out.
“I’m surprised your omega let you out. Let me guess, his bussy ain’t tight for you?” Baine asked as the guys laughed before I gulped down the whole drink and threw the glass at his feet.
“Don’t talk about him like that.” I warned fiercely as everyone kept quiet before Clark came to my side and offered me another drink.
“Relax man. Baine was clearly in the wrong. We didn’t think you were that whipped.” Clark said as I glared at him.
“I’m not whipped. We don’t have that kind of relationship.” I replied as the boys stared at each other.
“You mean you aren’t dating him?” Mike asked.
“We are not in any sexual relationship. I don’t want to stain the memories of that kid in a private room of a club.”
“I’m shocked. Everyone knows you hate omegas not to talk of the males. You should have heard Daphne whine. We thought the cute thing probably seduced you, but to hear he did nothing and you aren’t disgusted; there’s a catch.” Baine said as I pulled out a cigarette and lit it.
“As I said before; we aren’t in any intimate or sexual relationship. The kid is married, satisfied with his marriage; he’s the first one to earn my respect, but that doesn’t me I like him too much.”
“But you like him?” Clark asked as I huffed and I glared at him. “Got a picture?”
I was silent as I pointed at the drink that had West pour me another before he handed it to me.
“Let’s drop the matter, guys. Also, in your spare time, I think you should address the issue with Daphne because she’s telling everyone you’ve had sex with and anyone interested that you’re pussywhipped to an omega.” West informed me as I laughed.
“You don’t know how many girls have been asking if you are dating an omega.” Clark said, feeling a little offended.
“Why did you end things with Daphne, anyway? She’s a hot chick.” West said before I puffed out.
“I hate bothersome women.” I replied as I stared at West.
“She was getting old. Speaking of old, have you seen the new assistant bartender?” Baine asked as I stared at him.
We all walked to the balcony, where we saw the assistant bartender. She was pretty, short hair, blond and if the lights weren’t dancing, I guessed her iris were brown. I knew a natural blond when I see one and she wasn’t one of them.
“She’s got long legs.” I commented.
“Nice. I’ve been trying to get her number since, but you see; Mel is quite cold to handsome alphas like me.” Baine said as everyone stared at him before we shook our heads and ignored him.
“You own the club. Just ask for the employee record.” I said.
“I like everyone on the ground floor not knowing I own the place; makes it easy to party once in a while, plus she’ll sue me for harassment the moment I say her name.” Baine sighed as he placed his head on my shoulder.
“She’s not my type.” I replied. “I came here to drink.”
“Drinks are sweeter when there’s a woman to share it with. Also, if you do it, everyone will know that you’re still in the game.” Clark said as I stared at the new girl.
I knew I would hear no end of it if I avoided it plus Baine said she was cold, so I was confident she would reject me and I would change venue to where I could drink except she didn’t.
It started with a simple conversation and before I knew it; the night ended with her phone number and her real name… Ruby Stone.
This is the way everything should be; an alpha influencing a lesser gender of the opposite sex, not thinking about some damned married kid that is an omega — A male omega.
LeslieI was returning home from the office. I was happy heading home early since today was one of those days I refrained from Azrael’s place and prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner.I suggested to him a few times to buy an AI with culinary skills, but Azrael remains the traditional person he is. I suggested a housekeeper, but most of them were elderly people and he would be stuck doing the keeping than kept.I praised the excuses he gave because he enjoyed teasing me, after all, we are now on good terms. Also, he is unaware I am his fated pair, and I’d like to keep it that way.The chances of finding a fated pair were less than a percent and for the few who did, it was difficult for them to be together due to age or marital status, but when they did; it was a love that lasted till death, and their children were usually born of far more excellent genes.I was about to open th
“I’m sorry for how I acted yesterday. It was rude and inappropriate.” I apologized with my head lowered to my team members.“It’s alright. Once in a while, we need you to put us in our place.” Sven said as my brows softened.“I was damn tired of you being too nice or the management and authors would eat you alive.” Jade said as everyone laughed.Reina placed her hand on my shoulder and I stood upright before she smiled at me and raised a chart in her hand.“It’s great to have you back Leslie.” Reina said before I smiled brightly.“Likewise.”The mood in the office was far lighter than the normal that I was familiar with, but I was glad. There was no hard feeling or resentment against me, especially since my team was used to getting complaints from the other staff.“I’m heading out.” I said after I helped Ash process a request for his author since I only had one author t
I held two tickets to an event to an amusement event and sighed when I remembered the words of Uncle Bob.“Leslie!” Bob shouted from the door of our office loudly.“Am I in trouble?” I whispered to Jace, who looked at Bob and shrugged.“He seems excited.” Jace whispered before I heard my name over a megaphone this time.“Leslie Campbell!” Uncle Bob shouted as I stood up. “Outside! Now!” He screamed as everyone covered their ears before his secretary snatched the megaphone and glared at Bob.“Sir, I would appreciate it if you acted appropriately.” Sawyer, his calm and cold secretary, said as Bob smiled and tapped his shoulders.“Sorry love. Leslie now.” Uncle Bob said as I followed suit immediately with Sawyer maintaining a distance that gave us enough privacy.“Is there anything I can do for you, sir?” Before Uncle Bob placed his hand inside his suit, I asked, and he ha
AzraelI was mad, and I was mad for a good reason.“Hoy kid.” I said, as Leslie smiled awkwardly.“I just remembered that I have this thing to do for Reina at the office. I’ll see you tomorrow.” Leslie said, while avoiding my gaze before he left.Strange.“Omega, I need…” He replied by shutting the door with a text message a few minutes later.Another excuse.This went on many times. When we meet, he had something to do; if we had to be around each other, he avoided my gaze and maintained space with his eyes stealing gazes occasionally when he assumes, I’m unaware.I grabbed the cup and chugged the drink before placing it on the table and pouring myself another one.“It’s one of those days.” Mike said as he exhaled smoke. “What crawled out of your pants?”“What’s that supposed to mean? Mitsuki isn’t someone to be in a
LeslieI focused on editing an author under my team’s management work when I heard a loud ruckus. I was startled at the noise and peeked to understand what was happening.“I have great news, everyone. To celebrate our new employee and making another successful book by author R. K Rowling under our editor Jade Lee; the management has rewarded us with a team picnic with all the authors we handle.” Reina said like she had just won the lottery and it shocked me how everyone banged their table in excitement.“Hey Sven, what’s so special about a picnic?” I whispered, as Sven moved closer.“Any picnic hosted by the company always has prize money. Depending on the game, the prize varies. Team B won one grand for category editor-author leg race. Reina won a new car from an eating contest.” He replied as I stared at him in shock.“Is the management really okay?” I asked, and he nodded.“You
They said it was going to be our team, authors and one invite; an approximate of thirty people, but here we were in a perfect and large private outdoor space with a few board members and their dates.The editors I've assisted introduced me to the other authors. They were super friendly, shocked that an omega like me was the one who improved their work, but friendly in summary as we exchanged names and business cards.I haven’t spoken to Ben since he left and I was going to block him if he tried to call to make any excuse other than where and how he’d get to me. Azrael also wasn’t here, but everybody expected the same from him.“Are you enjoying yourself our little Leslie?” Uncle Bob asked as I stared at the jovial mood at the party. It was colourful and everyone you could never imagine in anything casual was very casual.“Yes, I am. Thank you for honouring our team with this reward.”“Thank you for making us number one. I was hoping you’d be here with your partner. I wanted to see the
I introduced Ben to the rest of the team and they were loving him, but the bonding had to be placed on hold because the event was about to start.The first game was a sack race and though the reward was a plushie, it was fun to see everyone give their all, including uncle Bob. Pictures were taken, winners declared, and the cheers only got louder when it was a dramatic athlete.“The three-legged category will soon begin.” The announcer said as Ben locked our fingers.“We should see if we can sign up for that.” Ben suggested before Azrael appeared.“Sorry to ruin your honeymoon with your husband, but I need the shrimp to take part; we are a team.” Azrael informed Ben from behind us as he wrapped his arm around his neck.Ben clearly didn’t like it, but the moment I held his hand, he smiled before he patted my hair“I’ll be cheering from the side-lines. Remember, don’t overwork yoursel
The company was unusually busy from the moment I dropped in the afternoon after concluding with the final drafting with Azrael. The mood was awkward, but I was glad he kept a very professional mood even though he wouldn’t stop staring at me and the marks on my neck I tried hard to hide when I resumed work.“Ah Campbell, is your work ready?” Reina asked, and I nodded.The meeting held last week was to surprise the public with a mass publication from our top authors. Many people were worried about a backlash with people selectively buying just from two or three of our authors, but analysis and data would favour where and countries the author has a large fanbase.I supported the motion because I was more confident about the ending series Azrael and I put so much effort into making. I was excited because I wanted everyone to see that there were now emotions to his writings like in the past and a new expression we would e