Jay lay flat on the mattress, eyes closed, but his mind drifting far away. In his dream, he stood by a lake with crystal-clear water, shimmering like glass under soft sunlight. The air was fresh, filled with the gentle scent of flowers.
From beneath the surface, a group of colorful koi fish emerged, swimming slowly. Their bodies glowed with a dreamlike light, each movement flowing as if dancing to a rhythm only Jay could hear. Every fish carried a sense of peace, and Jay felt something warm and unfamiliar stirring inside him, a feeling he had never experienced before.
He walked closer to the water's edge and dipped his fingers in. The koi swam nearer, as if responding to him. One golden koi, brighter than the rest, turned toward him, as though it understood everything he was feeling. Jay smiled, feeling calm, yet a faint uneasiness lingered, something he couldn't explain.
Then the dream shifted. The fish began leaping into the air, spinning and forming patterns that were soothing but strangely tense. Jay felt a pulse deep within his body, an Omega sensation suddenly intensifying, making him try to breathe deeply even inside the dream.
"Hey… what is this? Why does it feel like… like this…" Jay groaned in his sleep, trying to calm himself, but his body felt pulled toward the koi's aura.
Suddenly, the lake overflowed, water rushing over him, soaking his body. He jolted awake.
His nose was immediately hit by a familiar scent. Liam's pheromones, strong and grounding, right beside him.
Jay startled and slowly sat up, turning toward Liam, who had just woken as well.
"You okay?" Liam asked quietly, his voice calm and serious. He wasn't pushing Jay, just checking that he was stable.
Jay nodded slowly. "Y-yeah… I'm okay. Just a dream," he said weakly, still shaken by it. He went quiet for a moment, swallowing the strange warmth in his stomach, trying to steady himself.
Liam watched him in silence, giving him space. After a while, Jay spoke again, almost in a whisper. "I dreamed… I dreamed about fish."
"Fish?" Liam asked gently.
Jay nodded. "Yeah… koi. Or… I'm not sure. But they were beautiful."
Liam nodded slowly and gave Jay's shoulder a light, reassuring pat. "Okay… okay," he said, his faint smile still there, calm but serious. "Was it a bad dream or a good one?"
Jay frowned slightly, trying to recall the feeling. "I… I don't know," he finally admitted, lowering his gaze.
They fell into silence. Only their breathing filled the quiet room. Jay took a deep breath, closed his eyes slowly, and let himself absorb Liam's calming presence beside him. The Omega sensations were still new, but having Liam there made him feel safe. It was strange, unsettling, yet oddly peaceful, and Jay slowly began to adjust to these unfamiliar feelings.
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Eric lay on the sofa, phone in hand. The screen glowed with messages from Clara. Smiling emojis, short replies, simple words, but full of warmth. He smiled to himself, resting his chin on his hand, eyes fixed on the screen as if the rest of the world had faded away.
In the kitchen, Liam and Noah were cooking. Liam tried to copy Noah's serious demeanor while joking around. "If we were real chefs, this house would probably burn down before the food's done."
Noah raised an eyebrow. "If it burns, don't blame me for not teaching you how to cook."
Liam laughed. "That's true. You're dangerous in the kitchen, Noah."
Jay came in through the back door, his steps light but his expression serious. Eric didn't look up, still replying to Clara's messages, a faint smile on his lips. Jay watched him for a moment, shook his head, then walked to another sofa and sat down quietly.
"Hey, Eric, you're chatting again?" Jay asked casually, his voice soft.
Eric nodded with a smile. "Yep."
Jay smiled and looked down, holding back a laugh.
Noah let out a long breath and tapped Liam's shoulder. "Alright, enough jokes. Let's eat."
Liam raised a hand. "Chefs calling."
Eric sent one last message to Clara, then turned off his phone and placed it beside him. He stood up and glanced at Jay and Noah with a small smile. "Food's ready, yeah?"
Liam stood, carrying a tray of plates as the smell of food spread through the living room. "Come on, everyone. Table's ready."
Jay stood up. His first step felt light, but the second wavered. His eyes widened briefly before his body tilted sideways, nearly crashing into the table.
Eric reacted instantly, catching him. "Hey, slow down! You okay?"
Jay gasped softly, trying to breathe, his eyes flicking toward Eric. "I… I'm okay… just—" His voice cut off as his body weakened.
Liam rushed over from the kitchen, pulling out a chair for Jay. Noah watched anxiously from the side. "We should call a doctor. Now."
The atmosphere tightened instantly. Eric checked Jay carefully, patting his shoulder to keep him conscious. Liam's phone rang. He answered quickly, giving instructions for medical help.
Within minutes, a doctor arrived, checked Jay's vitals, and gently lifted him, preparing to take him to the hospital for further examination.
As Jay was taken out, Liam glanced at Noah and Eric, his expression slightly relieved but still tense. "I hope he'll be okay…"
Eric nodded silently, eyes still fixed on the spot where Jay had stood. Noah took a deep breath, trying to calm himself. "He's strong. This is just… a small shock."
Behind them, the table was still filled with freshly prepared food. The smell was comforting, but their hearts were unsettled. Still, beneath the worry, there was warmth. They knew that even in serious moments, they were a team.
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Jay lay in the hospital bed, the blanket covering half his body. The smell of antiseptic filled the air, and his chest felt tight with anxiety and confusion. He stared at the ceiling, breathing slowly, but the strange sensations inside his body wouldn't fade.
Liam stood beside the bed, hands in his pockets, his serious gaze fixed on Jay. "You okay, Jay?" His voice was calm, but the Alpha authority was unmistakable.
Jay swallowed and gave a faint smile. "I… I feel strange. I've never felt like this before."
Eric sat nearby with his phone in hand, though his eyes never left Jay. "Rest. Don't think about anything else."
Jay shook his head slightly. "Rest… but my body feels like something's different."
The hospital room door opened softly. A doctor stepped in, calm but serious. "Sorry to interrupt," the doctor said gently. "But we have new blood test results for you, Jay."
Jay shifted slightly, his heart racing. "Blood test?"
The doctor nodded. "Yes. Based on the latest analysis… you're pregnant."
Jay froze. His eyes widened, his mouth opening, but no sound came out. Noah and Eric exchanged a brief look before focusing back on him.
The doctor pulled up a chair and sat facing Jay. "Before we continue, I need to know. Which Alpha is yours? As a pregnant Omega, it's important for the Alpha to take responsibility for your care."
Liam exhaled and stepped forward. "Me. I'm his Alpha."
The doctor nodded, firm but calm. "Good. As an Alpha, you'll need to make sure he eats regularly, rests properly, and avoids stress. Omega pregnancies require consistent Alpha support. If you're operating together on missions, plans must be adjusted so he's not exposed to danger."
Jay lowered his head, gripping the blanket tightly, his heart pounding. "I'm… I'm worried. If I'm pregnant during a mission… if something happens… I don't want to disrupt the operation or put everyone at risk." His voice trembled with guilt.
Liam immediately placed a hand on Jay's shoulder, steady and reassuring. "Calm down. You're not disrupting anything. We'll adjust everything. Eric and I will make sure you're safe. Don't think too far ahead yet."
Noah added with a small grin, "We're happy too. Because Eric and I are gonna be uncles."
Eric sighed dramatically. "I already told Liam not to go into Jay's room when he was in heat. Seriously."
Liam replied with a faint, sheepish smile.
Eric moved a little closer, not touching, but his gaze steady. "You're not alone, Jay. I promise. We'll manage everything, including our missions, so you stay safe."
Jay took a deep breath, trying to steady himself. "I feel… strange… but also relieved. At least I know I'm not alone." His face flushed slightly, but the truth lifted some weight from his chest.
The doctor smiled. "Get some rest. We'll monitor you closely. Every step will be taken to protect you and the baby. You'll be fine, Jay. And your Alpha understands his responsibility."
Jay closed his eyes briefly. Liam's pheromones beside him were grounding and comforting. He realized that even though this began during a dangerous mission, he wasn't facing it alone. He had Liam, and Eric too.
Liam ran a hand through his hair, exhaling slowly. "Alright… looks like we all need to prepare. But for now… you're the priority."
Eric nodded, a soft smile on his face. "You'll be okay, Jay. I promise."
Jay finally took a long breath, feeling calmer even though everything was new and overwhelming. Their future had changed, filled with new challenges and responsibilities. But he knew one thing for sure.
No matter what came next, Liam and Eric would be there.
The mission still mattered, but Jay and the baby now came first.
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Short note:
Omegas can only become pregnant when exposed to an Alpha or another Omega during heat or rut.
Under normal conditions, Omegas cannot get pregnant.
Alphas are responsible for caring for Omegas during exposure.
This mechanic focuses on Alpha, Omega, and Beta status, not gender.