Chapter 6

Warm water

"What's wrong with you?" I hear Kami ask from his nest. I groan as I flop onto the make shift bed, exhaustion becoming more apparent the longer I don't move.

Once I had left that meeting with Superior Todoroki, I came straight back to the cabin. I ignored Kacchan's questions, just replying that everything is fine. He is the last person I want to talk to about what just happened, it would just give me a bigger headache.

"That alpha is an ass hat." I grumble. "How can he address another Superior with such... HAAA!!" I can't help but scream into my pillow. Part of me wishing I could just smother myself here and now.

"Sounds like the meeting went well then?" Kami says with a slight chuckle. "Did you flirt at least?"

I groan at his words, as I turn to glare at him. Kami has never been quiet about his want for me to find a mate. He is just as bad as my mom was. In his opinion I am getting too old and need to settle down and experience the 'pleasure' of an alpha. Ugg, not like I am going to allow that to happen. Yagi didn't have a mate and he was fine, so why can't I do the same? Sure he had that weird fling with my mom, but because they were both omegas most people thought they were just close, but I could see the truth...

"I have at least reserved this place to stay until your pup is old enough to travel." I say, ignoring his question. I started sitting up to look at the tiny pup in Kami's lap. The pup has a small patch of purple hair sticking straight up, her chubby hands rest under her chin as the swaddle wraps her small body. The few times she has been awake has shown bright yellow eyes like Kami's. She is defiantly their baby with the obvious coloring. Her scent hasn't come in yet, she still smells like her dam and a new baby. Part of me wonders if she will be a Royal, but I push that thought aside not wanting to think of my pack's bleak future.

"Have you decided on a name?" I ask as Kami runs a finger on the pup's cheek.

"Yes, we decide on Okami." He says as he runs his fingers through the purple hair. I smile in response, a perfect name for a perfect pup.

"I promise to bring a perfect future for you Okami." I quietly say as I watch the pup sleep. I can't help the protectiveness I feel toward her. She makes me feel a way I never had, like her being here is hope enough that our pack will thrive. I want to protect her and insure that she has a place in this world.

"Izuku, why don't you rest? Come and lay with us." I smile at my friend, slowly climbing into his nest and putting him in my arm. I snuggle into the various blankets and pillows, a soft purr following in Kami's chest. Okami is resting next to Kami in a small indent that has become her spot when Kami needs to rest. I scoot closer to Kami, my face nuzzling into the spot between his shoulder and head. Kami lays on his back, one leg resting on top of mine as we get comfy. Warmth surrounds us and my mind eases, the stress that I have been feeling dulling a little as I breath in Kami's soothing scent of Tangelo.

"Thank you Kami, my dearest friend." I whisper as I slowly drift asleep.

Night has always been my favorite time to walk around. The soft rustling of the trees, the chill of the air and the smells of doo forming on the grass bringing comfort. Even with the noise of nocturnal creatures practically screaming every once in a while, it's still quiet in a way, and peaceful as everything is enveloped in darkness.

I woke from my nap as the sun was setting. Shin and Kacchan were already back in the cabin lounging on the beds they made for themselves. Although I love talking with them, their bantering and mind games were overwhelming me. Kacchan's yelling and Shin's passive aggressive comments were driving me insane. Of all the alphas to survive, it had to be the two with the hardest heads.

So I'm now slowly walking through the woods lost in thought, the large cloak slowly drifting in the breeze as I play my meeting with Superior Todoroki in my head. I have never had an issue with my omega overpowering my emotions like it had. At that moment, when we were looking at each other and I heard the sincerity in the alpha's voice, it seemed like I was taking a back seat as my omega pushed forward. Why was my omega so enthralled with him? It was like my omega trusted him on a basis I didn't understand. Even the desire to get closer to the bi-colored alpha was strange, it was like my omega was under a trance and the only thing that could help was being closer to the alpha.

Why would my omega be drawn to that Alpha? I mean yes, he is very handsome and his body is a treat for the eyes. I could look at him all day if I could. His eyes are enchanting and beautiful, I just want to stare into them. And his laugh is like music, it annoyed me at first but I wouldn't mind hearing it again now. Hell, the way he talks makes my omega wanna fall into submission and allow him to have his way with me. Though it is usually very monotone, there is always a hint of something else that pikes my interest. Making me want to talk with him more, just to hear it. God, just imagining him talking when we are -

Wait, what am I thinking?! I quickly shake my head to get the image of Todoroki out of my head. No, he is not to be trusted. Even with all the generosity he has given, he is only looking out for his pack and self interests. He is like every pack that is led by an Alpha. Leading with their cock and not his brain.

I wonder how big... Stop it Izuku! Uggg. I grip my hair and pull hard trying to gain control over my brain. I need to clear my head, get these stupid thought away. What is happening to me? Maybe sitting in that pond will help recalibrate my brain since is obviously broken. It is still early in the night, so no one should be over there. I slowly make my way toward the stream, using it to guide me. There is a cool breeze, but hopefully the water will still be warm from the sun.

Once I arrive, I search the area making sure I am alone. It's honestly a beautiful area. Majority of the pond has been dug back to allow a small stone wall to act as a seating area. There are bushes and grass circling around the border making it feel a bit more private. The sound of the stream flowing through gives the perfect ambiance with the moonlight reflecting off the surface.

I take a deep breath, allowing the smell of grass and water to calm me before slowly stripping. I sit on the edge and dip my foot in, a chill running through me as I touch the water. How is the water this cold? It wasn't like this last night, there is no way that it could change temperature that quickly.

I pull my foot out, grabbing my cloak and wrapping it around me as I try to warm the goosebumps littering my body. Maybe I can slowly get used to it? I slowly put my foot back in, shivering slightly. I let out a huff in frustration. This isn't going to work.

"Seems like we both had the same idea."

I snap my head around, finding Superior Todoroki standing a few feet behind me. He is wearing the same clothes as before, my omega chirping at the sight.

"You know stalking people is kinda creepy." I say, a small smile on my face, before turning back to look at the pond.

"No stalking, I swear." He says, his voice lighter than I have heard it before. "I figured you might be back here sometime tonight. So I came earlier, but it seems that my plan didn't work."

"Oh, so now you're trying to avoid me. I see." I tease. He walks up beside me sitting with his legs crossed.

"I thought you would want some privacy." He concludes as he crosses his legs and leans back onto his hands. I hum in response, noticing him looking at me. I keep looking at the water, trying to ignore the way his eyes trace me.

"Are you getting in?" He asks, nodding toward the pond.

"No, the water is too cold. I was debating if I should leave." I can't help but pout a little.

"If it was warmer would you have stayed?" He asks while taking off his shirt. I watch out of my peripheral, allowing my omega the satisfaction of looking at his body as it flexes.

"Ya, it was warm the other night. Winter must be approaching faster this year." I can feel a blush form on my cheeks as he sits up on his knees, his back muscles on full display next to me. He leans forward and dips his hand into the pond. I watch him quietly, curious as to why he is keeping his hand in the water so long. "Freezing your hand off isn't going to impress me." I say, rolling my eyes.

He laughs lightly before pulling his hand out, he stands up and starts removing his pants. I quickly turn away, my face turning an obvious red. I wait till I hear him climb into the pond before turning towards him. He has his arms resting on the wall with his chin resting on them, looking towards me. The water coming up to his mid back as he leans forward. I lift my brow waiting for him to say something.

"Come get in, the water isn't that cold." He has a small smile on his face and I can't help scrunching my face.

"You have to be crazy, the water is like ice."

He nods his head, but doesn't say anything. I watch as he lowers himself further into the water until just his head is showing. He slowly moves closer to where I sit on the edge. I tense slightly when he stops right in front of me. I stare at him, getting an anxious feeling as he just stays there.

"What are yo- haaa!" I scream as he jumps up out of the water, grabbing me by the shoulders and pulls me in. My entire body braces for the cold as I fall into the water. I break the surface with a gasp, quickly moving to the edge of the pond. Superior Todoroki's laugh filling the air as I grab onto the stone ready to jump out.

"You act more like a cat than a dog. I told you the water wasn't that bad." He says while still laughing. I snap my head around, a low growl leaving me. But my eyes widen as I look at him. His upper body is on full display before me. I can't help my eyes drifting lower, the water is barely covering his lower area. I can make out the deep V lines that lead down under the water. I can feel my omega purr as my face heats up, my sudden anger disappeared as fast as it came.

"Holy shit." I mutter as I avert my gaze.

"Thank you." I hear him say with a chuckle. I roll my eyes as I lean on the wall.

"That wasn't a compliment. I was just shocked?" I say, trying to sound neutral, but it came out more like a question.

"It's okay Izuku, I don't mind you looking." I can hear amusement in his voice. "It makes my alpha happy that I please you." His voice is softer, almost teasing but not quiet. I shake my head, ignoring what he said as I feel a shiver run down my spine, and it's not from the water. Wait, why is the water warm?

I turn my attention to the pond. "How? I swear it was ice cold." I say under my breath as my hand drifts just below the surface. I then look back at Todoroki. He is making his way back to the spot he entered the water, his back to me.

"I heated it up for you." He says as he sits down.

"But... What is your quirk?" I ask sitting down. We are a few feet apart, so I position myself to face him. I can't help my curiosity. It is well known that Superiors receive quirks when they take the role.

"If I tell you mine, I want to know yours." He says, turning towards me. I roll my eyes, but nod my head. He reaches out of the pond to grab his shirt, quickly drying his hands before turning towards me again. He has his hands stretching out, palms up between us, hovering a few inches above the water. I lift an eyebrow as I look at him, but gasp as a flame appears in his left hand. The right then frosts over until there is a thin layer of ice.

"What?! You have two quirks?!" I say, reaching out to touch the ice then run a hand close to the flame.

"Ya, my left controls fire while my right is ice." He explains watching my reaction. I can't help but smile, this is amazing. I have never met someone with two quirks.

"So you heated the water with your fire quirk." I say it more as a statement than a question, my eyes meeting his. He nods, returning my smile. He lowers his hands in the water, the fire sizzling out. I frown slightly.

"What is your quirk?" He asks, the space between us has gotten smaller, but I don't really care. He rests back against the wall as I think about how to show him. I raise my hand towards him, activating part of my quirk in my hand. Green lightning caressing around it. Todoroki goes to touch it, but I flick it away with my finger. His hand aggressively threw back toward him. He takes a sharp breath in, probably from the pain.

I giggle slightly, "that is payback for throwing me in the water." I say between my giggles. "I have a strength quirk. I can focus on different parts of my body to make them stronger than what my body normally could be. I can isolate it if needed, like I just did in my hand, or have it activate over my whole body." I say while flexing my hand open and close, activating my quirk again.

"Hmm, so that is how you ran faster than me last night." He says while lost in thought. I nod, not knowing what else to say.

I relax back, the water reaching over my chin as I try to find a way to lay back without drowning. The silence stretched for a few minutes. I look up to the sky and watch the clouds drift by, occasionally blocking the moon.

Todoroki shifts next to me, bringing my attention to him. I notice his gaze back to me, his face void of any emotion. "So is that blonde alpha courting you?" The abrupt question causes me to suck in some water, leading me to cough dramatically.

"No." I wheeze out, trying to breathe. It takes me a second to compose myself and to insure I wont drowned. "My omega denied him years ago. He is just my friend now."

"What do you mean by 'denied?" The alpha asks. I can tell by his expression that he is genuinely confused. I sigh, sitting up.

"My pack doesn't follow the same structure as yours. Royal Omegas lead the pack, handing the role and quirk down regardless of blood. Because of this, Royal Omegas choose their mates in a way. Royals are known to be very picky in this case, that is why many don't have mates." Todoroki nods his head as I talk, absorbing everything. "When I turned 18, many wolves tried to court me." I smile at the memory of a few alphas and betas tried to court me. "But my omega ignored them all, sometimes getting irritated, thus denying them all. Even Kacchan." I look at Todoroki as I finish. His gaze is on the water, a thoughtful look on his face.

"Why haven't you chosen a mate?" I question back, I can't help but ask him. He must have omegas, betas and alphas falling at his feet. It is strange for an Alpha Superior to not have a mate.

He smiles and our gaze meets. "I never found the right person before. Just like you, my alpha never found interest in anyone. I don't want to mate with someone just for pups." I nod as I understand his words. Many Superiors just mate for the purpose of having strong offspring. That was one of the reasons my pack fled into isolation, to protect royal omegas from greedy packs.

"Izuku, how will you know if your omega accepts a mate?" He asks, redirecting my attention back to him.

I sit for a moment looking at the water and ponder. "Well, I was told that it isn't really a choice I will have, but rather my omega. It will almost be like I cannot deny a bond that is suddenly there. A pull towards them that is undeniable, and a desire to be near them. That my omega will never give up until that space is closed and I am mated. I have even heard that my omega would speak to my mates secondary sex as a way to confirm mutual interest, but I think that is just a fantasy. Yagi never found his mate, and he is the only Royal Omega I knew."

I feel the water move next to me. I turn my gaze towards it and am stunned by how close Todoroki is to me.

"You know dominant alphas are said to have similar circumstances?" His body is only inches from mine as he leans towards me. I can feel my body heat up as I look into his eyes. I lean back a little in hopes to get some space.

"Y-ya?" I stuttered as I looked away. I can't help but feel flustered, what is happening? What is he saying? I can feel my omega going crazy, urging me to close the distance between us. Whimpering and pushing me to listen to him for once.

Todoroki hums in answer. "Yes, A Dominant Alpha can have sex with any other sex if they like, but they cannot bond with just anyone unless their alpha choses to. To find a mate is up to the Alpha, not the human. Their alpha creates a bond with another that is compatible with them before courting can begin. So I too, don't have the choice either, though I cannot deny that the choice my alpha made in this case is mine as well."

He reaches a hand to move some of the hair out of my face, causing me to blush and divert my gaze.

"So... has your omega accepted my alpha's bond yet?"