Chapter 2
It was past 11 p.m. on a cold, drizzly November night. Tenmei Oosora stood by a large window, smoking a thin cigarette and gazing at the rain-drenched scenery. Suddenly, a soft knock sounded from the door.
"Mr.Oosora, I've come to report on Mr.Tsubaki. May I enter?"
"Come in."
Masahide Tachibana entered with a polite bow. He was a secretary with a stern expression behind square, silver-rimmed glasses, and his face was as unreadable as a porcelain doll.
"Today, as well, someone was following Mr.Tsubaki again, but the guards took care of it. We made sure that Mr.Tsubaki remained unaware."
"Hmph, who was it?"
"It was a new part-time worker at the Peace bookstore. He probably acted against the store manager's instructions. Manager Takahashi always reminds the staff not to approach Mr.Tsubaki. We explained the situation and provided compensation, so there should be no further issues."
"Got it. Good work. Time to head home."
"Understood."
Tenmei nervously stubbed out his cigarette, took his coat from Tachibana, and left the room.
Inside the luxurious black sedan, Tenmei gazed out at the glittering city lights, recalling Tougo's tear-streaked, fragile face from their encounter three years ago.
Tougo, a delicate Omega, had a frail body that trembled from a panic attack. He was a victim of his cousin Meisei Oosora's reckless sexual assault.
The chairman, his grandfather, called him directly and instructed him to rush to the emergency room at Peace University Hospital, handle the situation swiftly, and prevent a media frenzy.The Peace Group also dispatched a lawyer, underscoring the situation's urgency.
Tenmei was relieved that the media and police hadn't heard about the incident yet, thanks to his grandfather's quick actions. He entered the emergency room with a self-centered sense of assurance.
But when he saw the beautiful Omega gasping for breath, trembling, and covered in tears, a raw fury erupted from the depths of his heart. He clenched his teeth, trying to suppress it. The doctor reported that Tougo's anus was severely torn and needed stitches and medication.
The doctor also said that Tougo had experienced a mental panic attack and needed to be hospitalized for observation. Tenmei then left the emergency room after instructing a doctor who specialized in Omegas to provide psychiatric care too.
In the hallway, the lawyer, Ono, showed him the prepared documents. Tenmei ordered that every demand be met, no matter the cost. Money was no object; he was prepared to do whatever it took. Kaori Hanataka, Meisei's childhood friend, sat behind the lawyer, sobbing and sniffling. They had not seen each other in years, since she was in kindergarten.
Tenmei instantly recognized Kaori from her cute, round, dimpled face.Though she was smaller than average as a child, she had grown to about 167 cm. She had a stylish high school girl look with dyed blonde, curled hair. She wore expensive brand-name rings, shoes, and bags, befitting the daughter of the wealthy Hanataka pharmaceutical company. As an Ultra-Recessive Omega, Kaori stood out.
Peace Private High School had a set uniform but allowed freedom in hairstyles and accessories, emphasizing open-minded education that valued individuality and diversity alongside academics. As a result, many of its graduates were globally influential celebrities.
Tenmei gently questioned Kaori about the details of the incident. Sobbing and stammering, she began to tell the story.
Even before the entrance ceremony, rumors had spread that the first Ultra-Dominant Omega in 50 years at Peace Private High School would enroll with a full academic excellence scholarship.
At the entrance ceremony, Tougo Tsubaki, the top student giving the new student address, captivated the entire school with his extraordinary beauty. Even third-years Meisei and Kaori nodded in awe at his stunning appearance.
After the March entrance ceremony, Tougo Tsubaki, a first-year student in Class 1, became beloved by all for being a humble, bright, and refined Omega who excelled in academics, sports, music, and art.
Even at Peace Private High School, which attracted talented students, an ultra-dominant male Omega was rare—the first in 50 years. As the declining population of trait-bearers became a social issue, Omegas made up only 4% of the 10% of trait-bearers worldwide.
Tougo Tsubaki was the only ultra-dominant Omega in existence. To ensure his safety, the Japanese government kept his personal information confidential and strengthened Omega rights laws to protect him.
At the May sports festival, Tougo dominated the races, relays, and dance competitions. In June, he won a national high school art competition. In July, his exquisite piano performance and beautiful singing at the school music festival solidified his legendary status.
Many students confessed their feelings to him, but he rejected them all.This sparked rumors that he had a secret partner. Even Meisei, the student council president, was rejected after confessing his feelings.
On July 19, the last day of the first term, Kaori noticed something unusual about Meisei and his friends. After the closing ceremony, Meisei and three others said they had plans and left early. However, their nervous behavior raised Kaori's suspicions.
Trusting her instincts, she secretly followed them. When she saw them enter the Royal Kingdom Tower Mansion, about a 15-minute walk from school, she assumed they were going to Uchiyama's house to play video games. She decided to go home.
However, feeling overheated, she rested on a shaded bench in front of the mansion. While listening to music and browsing her phone, she was startled to see Tougo enter the mansion grounds.
A visceral unease gripped her as she followed Tougo with her eyes.
Worried that she might not make it past the mansion's security, Kaori approached Tougo and asked if she could enter with him. She claimed that she was visiting a friend who had been absent from school and wanted to surprise her.
Tougo kindly agreed, and since they were both Omegas in the same school uniform, he recognized her face. They chatted as they rode the elevator together. On the way to the 32nd floor, Kaori casually asked why Tougo had come, and was shocked by his response.
Tougo said that on Wednesday, the student council president had asked him to help revise lines for an English play scheduled for September, because Tougo was fluent in English, French, German, and Korean.
However, Kaori recalled Uchiyama saying the previous day that the script for the English play had already been finalized and that they only needed to memorize their lines. This contradiction alarmed her.
Kaori said goodbye to Tougo on the 32nd floor. Tougo went to Room 3203. She went the opposite way.
Feeling uneasy, Kaori called Uchiyama and Ohtaka, but neither of them answered. She also called Kondo and Meisei, but they didn't answer either. Pacing the hallway, she debated what to do before deciding to act. Steeling herself, she went to Room 3203 and pressed the intercom button.
After a moment, Uchiyama answered in a panicked voice, "Kaori? What's up?" Impulsively, she shouted that she'd brought the police and demanded they open the door.
Frantic voices erupted from inside, but no one opened the door. Kaori shouted again, threatening to call her parents, and the door was quickly opened.
Calling Tougo's name as she entered, she was stopped by Uchiyama, Ohtaka, and Kondo, who insisted nothing was wrong and told her to leave. As childhood friends from kindergarten, they had always been close, often talking and playing together. Undeterred, Kaori pushed past them into Uchiyama's room.
There, she found Tougo naked, his mouth taped shut, his hands and feet bound with cloth tape, crying. The horrific scene left Kaori speechless and frozen. By the window, Meisei sat quietly, smoking a cigarette.
Regaining her composure, Kaori suppressed her trembling hands and called Meisei's father, Tenmei's uncle, to report the situation. She untied Tougo's restraints, wrapped him in a blanket, and held him tightly.
"It's okay now. You're safe. I'm sorry I didn't notice sooner."
All she could do was hold the trembling Tougo and gently rub his back. Knowing it was a rape case, she avoided touching his body to preserve evidence.
When the paramedics arrived and took Tougo away, Kaori followed out of concern. Meisei, Uchiyama, Ohtaka, and Kondo said nothing, just staring blankly.
Recalling the painful events, Kaori broke into sobs again, and Tenmei gently embraced her.
"You're a smart kid. Thank you for doing so well."
Tenmei was relieved that Kaori's quick judgment had helped preserve the Peace Group's reputation. Given their families' long history, he assumed she had called his uncle instead of the police or emergency services. He was genuinely impressed by her kindness and intelligence.
Tenmei called a doctor to check on Kaori and then phoned Tachibana.
"Have you looked into it?"
"Yes, please wait a moment. We're gathering information now. He's quite an exceptional student, so there's a lot to go through."
"Do it quickly."
"Understood."
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"Mr.Oosora , we've arrived," said Tachibana, opening the sedan's door, snapping Tenmei out of his bitter memories of Tougo.
Tenmei slowly stepped out of the sedan, moving his large frame with ease. At 197 cm tall and with a muscular physique honed by exercise, he resembled a superhero straight out of a movie.
"Good work. Good night."
With Tachibana's farewell, Tenmei gave a light wave and stepped into the entrance hall of the mansion, his figure gradually fading from view.
The Peace Group's mansion for VVIPs featured a private elevator that went straight to Tenmei's penthouse on the 37th floor, ensuring that residents would not see one another. The black-and-white, marble-decorated mansion was modern yet exuded luxurious elegance. A dazzling chandelier adorned with golden gemstones hung from the high ceiling.
Tenmei's mansion had seven rooms and three bathrooms, far too large for one person. Thanks to housekeepers Abe and Sato, the house maintained an immaculate, pristine atmosphere.
Tenmei took a hot shower, picturing Tougo's beautiful face. Suddenly, his body heated up and blood rushed to his dark purple-brown penis, causing it to grow erect. After finishing his shower, he hurriedly called Tachibana.
"Send an Omega, quickly."
"Understood. I'll arrange for an Omega actress from J&J Entertainment immediately. Please understand."
Tonight, driven by instinct, Tenmei planned to take an Omega to bed in place of Tougo. The primal urges of a lustful Alpha were hard to control. Omegas were expensive, but perfect for sex. He paid them more than a typical office worker's annual salary, adding tips if the sex was satisfying.
Tenmei was serious about sex. He'd fallen in love several times before, but grew bored quickly, breaking up within three months. Beautiful famous models and actresses left him feeling unsatisfied; artificial beauty from makeup and surgery didn't satisfy him.
Three years ago, he fell in love at first sight when he saw Tougo, a first-year high school student. He was beautiful, refreshing, and pure—like a fairy-tale princess.
Tenmei couldn't forgive Meisei. The doctor found only a small amount of semen in the anus, as well as a significant amount of blood and saliva. This suggests that the assault was interrupted early, which is a small mercy amid misfortune.
Meisei confessed to his father that his overwhelming feelings had led him to conspire with his friends. Shockingly, Meisei was supposed to go first, and the other three were planning to follow.
Tenmei was enraged and wanted to report it to the police, but his grandfather, uncle, and father persuaded him otherwise. As third-year high school students, Meisei and his friends were considered responsible adults.
However, because of their wealthy backgrounds, the four were sent to study in the U.S., which effectively closed the case.
Tougo, hospitalized for a month, gradually recovered but he firmly refused any compensation beyond the hospital fees. The chairman of the Peace Group personally visited to apologize, but Tougo and his grandmother kindly said it was unnecessary. Tenmei felt they were truly kind people.
With stricter Omega laws, if this incident leaked, even the powerful Peace Group would be helpless. The chairman offered 500 million yen as compensation, but it was politely declined.
Tougo opened up to his therapist, Dr. Suzuki, allowing Tenmei to help through her. He funded Tougo's grandmother's spinal stenosis surgery, claiming it was government aid, arranged a safe apartment in Hoshizora Town, and provided furniture and clothing—all through Dr. Suzuki.
Tougo was unaware that the clothes were all designer brands. His favorite black and brown coats were custom-made, luxury items from Italy and France.
Dr. Suzuki, who spent 25 years researching at a U.S. trait-bearer hospital before being recruited by Peace University Hospital, passed the items off as her daughter's hand-me-downs.
Tenmei enjoyed picking out Tougo's clothes—white, black, gray, beige, and brown tones, sometimes custom-made coats. He wanted to give more, but Tougo refused excess, so Tenmei was cautious.
As an ultra-dominant Omega, Tougo was required to undergo checkups every three months at a government-designated trait-bearer hospital. However, Tenmei arranged for Dr. Suzuki to oversee the checkups at Peace University Hospital instead, a fact of which Tougo was unaware.
Since Tougo's discharge, Tenmei has assigned two capable guards to ensure his safety. They discreetly handle anyone who approaches Tougo within legal bounds, often providing explanations or money to keep him safe and unaware.
After the incident, Tougo threw himself into studies, winning national and international intelligence test competitions, his IQ deemed unmeasurable, surpassing even advanced AI.
Despite wearing a large mask, his beauty shone through, earning him praise from the media as a "beautiful genius boy." However, gradually, pressure from the government and peace groups discouraged the media from continuing to report on him.
Tenmei was relieved when Tougo later declined to participate in any more competitions.
Tougo was the top student nationwide for all three years of high school and on the university entrance exam. He received a special Peace Group Foundation scholarship covering four years of tuition, which he happily accepted.
Thinking of Tougo, Tenmei poured a shot of whiskey and drank it quickly, feeling the burning sensation followed by a heavy, smoky aroma.
The phone rang sharply, and Tachibana spoke.
"Mr.Oosora, the Omega has arrived at the mansion."
"Got it."
"I'll take my leave."
Soon, the intercom buzzed. Tenmei unlocked the door remotely.
Footsteps approached, and a slender, alluring Omega in her 20s with long black hair appeared.
Tonight promised to be a long, wild night, driven by instinct. Outside, the rain intensified, howling as if in contempt of Tenmei's primal, naked union with the woman.