Chapter 19

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It takes Shin and I three days to lay our pack to rest. The sun is already starting to set as I make my way to the last two members. I have been avoiding them, not wanting to acknowledge them since I know who they are and why they lay there.

My heart grows heavy as I uncover the small bones next to the building I reside in. I take a deep breath as Shin watches me. He whines at me, confused about my sudden shift in mood. I ignore him as I proceed to put the small wolf with the other pack members. This pup has been alone for far too long. Hopefully she will finally be able to rest and enjoy the presents of the Moon Goddess.

It isn’t until I walk to the other spot that I feel the weight of everything crashing down all at once. I whine and whimper as I push the snow, Shin quickly helping me do so. When the first bone is unearthed I can’t help the cry that leaves me. Yagi, the Superior Omega that raised me alongside my mother. The wolf that loved me like his son and helped me become who I am.

I feel Shin shift to his human form, his hand pulling my face to look at him. His face is full of pain as he looks at me. Tears brim his ears as he takes a breath to steady himself.

“Is this who I think it is?” I don’t know how to tell him. How do I let him know that this is our Superior Omega? I look back at the bones, my heart breaking as I unearth the rest and collect them. We make our way over to the final resting place of our pack. Shin helped move the bones for the first time, his soft cries joining mine.

I sat as the last bit of sunlight glinted over the mountains. The grave was sealed before me, and I watched as Shin carved the pack symbol into the nearest tree. My omega whimpered as we sat beside the mound of dirt.

“Was that Superior Yagi?” I hear Shinso ask me. I let out a shaky breath as I nod my head. He walks over and takes the spot next to me. We sat together, both of us not saying a word. Memories playing in our heads of our pack.

Shin shifts back to his wolf as the moon glints out behind the clouds. We both howl as we say goodbye to those we loved. I hear Todoroki’s pack join us in respect, our cries filling the air as a final tribute.

I am the last to stop, my throat feeling sore from how long I cried out to the Sun and Moon gods over my time here. My constant begging for them to keep my pack safe and praying that Kacchan was able to join them leaving me emotionally numb. Both my wolf and I could feel the fatigue from our days of effort pulling us as we could feel the resolve of our effort.

I hadn’t noticed until Rei’s arms were around me that I had shifted to my human form. I cried into her arms, gripping her tightly. The snow against my bare skin was freezing me to the core without my fur to insulate me, but I ignored it as I clung to the omega. My human body feeling foreign as I try to move closer to her heat.

Comforting pheromones surround me as another pair of arms hold me. My body instinctually curling closer to the new body as the soothing rain relaxes my muscles. I am so exhausted that I cannot deny the comfort presented to me. I nuzzle closer to Sho, his large form encompassing me and bringing a feeling of safety I haven’t felt since leaving him.

I allow Shoto to carry me to my room, his mother and Ochako following close behind. Dust and mildew cloak the air as I am quickly wrapped in the blankets that were scattered around and cuddled between the two omegas. I don’t argue as I feel their warmth around me, their arms creating a cage of comfort that I desperately needed. The contentment of feeling a connection in this moment of sorrow lulling me to sleep.

Our progress back to Todoroki territory was slow. I couldn’t travel for long because of how weak I have become after being on my own. Mina told me I had been gone for 3 ½ weeks, yet during that time I had lost considerable weight. My mental stability had worsened since leaving my old home since I know I will never return. This land will become part of the forest again dissolving back to the wild trees that encroach upon it.

Mina held my hand as I walked away from my pack’s grave. She didn’t say anything, but her presence comforted me. She may only be a beta, but she has the instincts of an omegan mother. I appreciate her and Rei for bringing that warmth back into my life. Their concern and love remind me that I am not alone.

We leave the mountains in our wolf forms to keep warm, the group forming a line as we trudged through the snow. Me in the middle, following Shin as Rei stayed behind me.

Walking in our wolf forms left me in silence for the majority of the 6 days we walked. It was challenging for me, I stayed close to Rei and Mina when we rotated the line to give the leader a break. Rei would scent me every now and again and that helped me significantly, but I was still drained after each day of travel.

When we would stop to rest, I couldn’t help but isolate myself from everyone. Their energy made me uncomfortable since I knew they were only stopping for me. During meals I would sit by a wolf named Tamaki. We made little conversation, but stayed in the circle of conversation around the fire. I found him very shy and reserved, his demeanor reminds me of a pup without his mother. I found myself gravitating toward him as our journey continued.

He is an omega as well, embodying every aspect of what most alpha’s see in the second gender. Yet, his timid demeanor brings out an instinct in me that I haven’t felt. It isn’t quiet motherly like I have felt with Okami, but I can’t help but gravitate to his withdrawn manner.

The snow lessened as we crossed the mountain pass, helping us cover more ground before we rested. I could tell we were getting close to Todoroki’s territory when the trees turned from Pine to Oak and Aspen. The scent becomes familiar and welcoming in my drawn down energy.

I couldn’t help but stop at the territory line, my tail tucking as my omega squirmed for me to get away from the territorial pheromones. The thick scent was just like how it was the first time I crossed, foreign and unsettling. The warning and dominating scent sending shivers down my spine and pushing me to run away.

Rei rubbed up against me, her scent filling my nose and relaxing me. I could sense her concern with my reaction, her grunt bringing the bi-colored alpha’s attention. I watched as Shoto stopped and turned towards me. His steps were hesitant as he approached me.

He slowly lowered his head to my level, his eyes gazing into mine before nuzzling my ear with his snout. My omega purred at the gesture, becoming content enough for us to cross over the border.

When we walked into the village, the majority of the Todoroki pack was already gathered in the communal area. We shifted to our human forms and many greeted us. I turned to Rei and gave her a questioning look as I saw many of them standing in a circle.

She smiled at me, tears brimming her eyes as she grabbed my hand. “It’s your pack bonding ceremony.”

I stood there frozen for a moment. My shock must have been evident because she rubbed her wrist against mine, scenting my gland. The action reserved for family, specifically parent and their child. I smiled at her, my emotions becoming too much for me to handle.

It wasn’t until a weight crashed into me and loud crying brought me back to the present. Kami was clinging to me, tears streaming down his cheeks. He was mumbling apologies and explaining how much he regretted his actions and how much he loves me.

It took me a moment, but I slowly wrapped my arms around him. My already watery eyes becoming a waterfall. I nuzzled into his neck and we scented each other. Both of us cried in relief to see the other overflow. Another set of arms wrapped around us. Shinso's voice was soft and calm as he spoke.

“Izuku, please join this pack.” I could hear the slight desperation in his voice. I wiped the tears away as I took a deep breath.

In all honesty, I wanted to join. I craved the connection it would bring. I didn’t want to stay isolated anymore. The idea of having a pack was all I wanted, even if I wouldn’t be the Superior. I just wanted a family again.

I nodded my head as Kami and Shinso guided me to the center of the pack. They were all smiling and saying words of encouragement as I approached Shoto. I met the gaze of one blond beta as I walked into the center of the circle. The male had a deep frown on his face, his arms crossed over his chest as he watched me. His glare sent shivers down my spine.

As I took my spot in front of Shoto, I couldn’t help but hesitate as he tried to give me the small knife. I could feel fear take over my body, my mind becoming consumed with doubt.

Are they only doing this out of pity? I don’t really know anyone in this pack. I haven’t allowed any connections to form. Do I really deserve to join this pack? They would be happier without me.

I jumped when I felt a soft hand grab mine. I turned my head to see the white haired omega smiling at me. She guided my hand up so I could grab the knife offered to me. I stared at her for a moment before she spoke.

“You are a part of our family, Izuku. Allow us to be a part of yours.” Her voice was soft and motherly. Her smile comforting and genuine. I nodded slowly and looked at Shoto, slowly gripping the knife.

“I, Todoroki Shoto, Superior of the Todoroki pack, acknowledge and accept this wolf as a member of my pack. I allow a bond to form between us and this pack from today to the day when you rejoin the Moon Goddess.” He has a large smile on his face as he looks at me. He doesn’t even wince when he slices his palm, allowing his blood to drip onto the foliage between us.

I slowly bring the knife to my left palm, looking back to Rei, she nods for me to continue. I slice my hand, the pain instant but manageable and I watch my blood fall to the ground. I grasp Shoto’s hand and look into his eyes.

“I, Midoriya Izuku. Acknowledge and accept the bond offered by the Todoroki pack. I allow a bond to form between us and this pack from today, and until I rejoin the Moon Goddess.”

When I complete the bonding phrase, I can feel a weight lift off of me as I stare at the Alpha in front of me. I can hear cheering around me, but I can’t break myself from the feeling growing in me. The warmth I feel is slowly spreading from my heart to the rest of my body. The relief and joy that fills me is beyond what I can handle.

I drop the knife, letting it fall to the ground, my grip on Shoto tightening. I step over the foliage in front of me and rush forward, embracing the alpha in front of me. I grab his shirt and bury my face into his chest, tears stream down my face as he wraps his arms around me. He is whispering sweet words into my ear as I nuzzle him. Telling me how happy he is to have me in his pack. That he is proud of me.

Each of his words solidify my desires to be here, to join this pack and be part of their family.

I pull away and turn to Kami, Okimi and Shinso. They have large smiles as they embrace me, I laugh as their squeezes become tighter and tighter. I look at little Okami, and take her into my arms. I nuzzle her and my heart lifts when she giggles.

I have my family back, I am home.