It was two days after her heat when Naofumi had woken up. Her body was sore and ached with waves of pain washing over her. Despite this, she slowly sat up to take in her surroundings. Judging from the light coming in, Naofumi guessed it was still the morning. She was in an unknown room, in a bed with blankets surrounding her as well as a couple of feathers, Raphtalia's undershirt, and an unfamiliar jacket her right hand had been clutching. She also noticed a blue night gown to her left, smelling of blueberry cake. Naofumi realized she was in a make shift nest, obviously one she didn't make. The blankets and other soft materials were handle with care, but reminded the omega of an unfinished puzzle. It was getting to the stage where it could be considered nice, but lacked any personality. It looked incomplete like it was put together in a rush.

Why was she here anyway? What happened before hand? The last thing she remembered was fighting off the wave. What had happened after that? It all seemed like a blur. That's right, her heat had come at the worst of times. It explained why she was nude in a sad, little nest. How did she get here though? Raphtalia and Filo must of brought her here, but she smelled the familiar coffee scent of Yuu radiating from the jacket in her grip. Yuu was here as well. The sudden feeling of urgency to see her brother hit her like a train. Naofumi wrapped a blanket around her body for some sense of decency. The omega swung her legs off the bed. She stood up too quickly and stumbled, using the bed's bannister for support.

Her legs felt like jello, but that didn't stop her. She had made it to one of the couches in the middle of the room, before feeling out of breath. It was like Naofumi had ran two marathons, but in reality she had made it about 9 feet away from the bed. Naofumi let out a sigh of frustration, as she slumped against the soft couch. She never felt this weak after her heat. Usually after an hour or so of it finishing, she was already out of bed. She could walk around her house with some support, but still managed. Maybe this was a lesson about not skipping her heat? God, what will Yuu say? He gave Naofumi a lecture about taking care of herself before he left.

She heard two knocks on the door, before Yuu entered. His hair was a bit longer than what she was used too. He always talked about growing his hair out, but never got a chance due to their overbearing parents. He had a tray in his hands, holding a bowl of steaming soup by the smell of it. When Yuu saw his sister clearly awake on the couch staring at him, he dropped the tray and ran over to her.

Her younger brother pratically tackled her. His arms wrapped aroung her neck like it was going to be the last time. "Nee-san! You have no clue how worried I was!" Naofumi could here the stress in her brother's voice. Naofumi returned the hug.

"Yuu-" Naofumi was cut off.

"Why would you do something like that to avoid your heat? Do you know how dangerous that was?" Yuu cried, his eyes held tears in them but they didn't fall.

"You found out. Listen Yuu-" Naofumi tried to explain. Yuu released his sister and held her at arm's length.

"No! No, I won't listen. You were so reckless. This heat," Naofumi felt her brother's fingers trembled. "You have no clue how sick you were. Nee-san, I begged you to care of yourself. Why? Why didn't you?"

"How could I have my heat here?" Naofumi snapped. "Where would I have it? I was constently turned away by everyone. I was basically living on the streets in the beginning. I had no one I could depend on to take care of me!"

Yuu paused, but continued to speak. "What about Raphtalia? Filo? I'm sure during your travels, you could have found somewhere to have your heat!" He argued back. "Instead, you forced yourself. You know what happens when an omega skips a heat? Just skipping one heat causes them pain and are bedridden. You should have had at least five heats, but I found out you never had your heat since coming to this world. Nee-san, do you realize the toll on your body?"

"I tried telling them I was an omega." Naofumi explained. "They all didn't believe me..." Naofumi looked down while gripping her brother's sleeve. "No where I went felt safe."

Yuu knew that safety was very important to an omega during their heat. Omegas picked dark and unseen places where they're scent couldn't be traced. His sister had hid inside her closet from time to time or found a corner in the basement. He tried to understand his sister's reasoning for risking her health, but not matter how hard he tried there wasn't a single explanation.

"When we first came here," Naofumi started to explain. "I had the chance to live like an alpha. My whole life I've been judged for being an omega, but I thought people wouldn't see me like a weak omega. Turns out this country hates the shield hero so much, they didn't believe I was an omega. Even when I begged them..." Naofumi bit back a sob, remembering how pathetic she had acted. She had kneeled before the king. Her head pressed against the floor as she pleaded with them. The shame she had felt was washing over her once again. Naofumi was always overly emotional after her heat.

"Nee-san..." Yuu moved to pat his sister's shoulder.

"Master Naofumi, you're awake!" Raphtalia's voice called out. Naofumi felt a sudden weight on her. Raphtalia had nearly jumped the omega, wrapping her arms around the omega. Filo soon joined the raccoon in hugging Naofumi. Yuu quickly regained his composure.

"Mommy! You're up!" Filo nuzzled her cheek into Naofumi's neck.

"Mommy..." Naofumi looked confused, but couldn't help but be pleased with her new name.

Filo nodded, "Onii-chan told Filo that Master thought Filo was her pup! He told Filo, that mommy loves Filo very much!" She flapped her wings happily.

Naofumi gave a confused look, "Onii-chan?"

"She means me." Yuu chimed in. He was standing to the side, appearing as if he wasn't almost in tears mere moments a go. Naofumi knew her brother wasn't good with his emotions when others were present. She would have to speak to him later. "Nee-san, you were holding both Raphtalia, Melty, and Filo close to you during your heat. It was adorable to see you care for your children like that." Yuu praised her.

"Melty was here too?" Naofumi asked. She heard a light cough. There was Melty, awkwardly standing by a closed door, unsure whether to approach the omega or not. The second princess appeared to be slightly flustered.

"You invited me into your nest..." The girl trailed off, looking to the side. Never in her life had the princess slept that well. The omega's presence only brought comfort, which easily lulled her to sleep.

Naofumi thought for a second. "I see. Is the reason why your standing so far away because you saw me naked?"

Bullseye.

Melty's face had began to flush red and the girl started to stammer out a sentence. "H-h-how could you say something like that and be so relaxed? Do you know how surprised I was?" The girl exclaimed, hiding her face in her hands.

"But Princess Melty, that didn't stop you from sleeping in Nee-san's nest." Yuu smiled at the blue haired girl, who's face turned an even brighter shade of red.

"Th-tha-that was because-" Melty covered her face with her ponytails.

Naofumi let out a sigh, "Yuu, quit teasing her. Melty, come here." Naofumi called for the girl, who was still standing in her spot. Naofumi knew she couldn't trust the royalty of this country, but her instincts told her that Melty was her child. The omega did try to mark her as a pup multiple times. The second princess was suddenly startled. Naofumi had kept the princess close during her heat, but Melty thought she would be treated coldly after. They hadn't exactly been on good terms when Naofumi found out Melty was related to the bitch and trash. Truthfully, Melty was afraid that the shield hero would reject her. Melty approached nervously, her grip on her dress's skirt tightening. It wasn't until she was close enough did Naofumi pull the girl into her lap. Melty let out a startled gasp at the gesture. After being seated in the omega's lap, Melty felt hands run through her hair. Was Naofumi petting her? The princess instantly calmed down. This must be the shield hero's omega instincts Yuu was telling her about. The instinct to keep your pups close to her at all times. Melty instantly relaxed on the shield hero's hold. Filo tried to nudge her way onto Naofumi's lap as well. Raphtalia settled to resting her head on the omega's shoulder.

Yuu admired the scene before him. He was glad that his sister was indulging in her instincts unlike when they were in their own world. There was no time to think of that at all, they had more important matters to discuss. Yuu's smiled dropped as a serious expression took over his face. "Let me bring you up to speed on what has been happening during your heat, Nee-san."

That brought Naofumi's attention.

"The whole kingdom is in a panic after finding out your omega status. The king has been pressured by his advisors and other nobles to receive your forgiveness." Yuu started. His saw his sister's eye visibly twith, but he continued. "They've also been calling for a more severe punishment for Princess Malty. Her father merely grounded her, and she was forced to pay a large fine to your party. I believe it was the king who paid the fine instead of the princess. You were given 5100 silvers for all your trouble."

Naofumi nodded. It was obvious Yuu was sparing her certain details, but she chose not to dig in further. Naofumi asked, "And the other heroes?"

"They've been in a state of humilation. From what I gathered, omegas in their worlds are treated with all the luxuries in the world in varying degrees. The spear hero made an attempt to give you a scented item as an apology." Yuu recalled the pathetic display Motoyasu made as an apology. "The bow hero has sent a gift or two of baskets with various items. I think it's more of an apology gift than a courting one. The sword hero has kept his distance for the most part. "

Naofumi hummed, "How many courting gestures have I received?"

"More than I can count, Nee-san." Yuu revealed. "The nobles of this country are quite determined. The presents are in another room. What would you like me to do with them?"

Naofumi thought for a moment, letting her hand glide through Melty's blue locks. She could sell them for what there worth. No, it's better to get rid of them all. None of the nobles believed her during the so called 'trial'. "Burn them." Naofumi said.

Melty jumped up, "But shouldn't you at least consider one of them?"

Naofumi let out a growl, "I refuse to take a mate who only chooses me because I'm an omega. It's better now for them to know I'm not interested than later." Naofumi looked up at Yuu, "Anything else?"

"Some are saying you should have more party members to protect you or give up your position as a hero and settle down." Yuu explained.

"That's ridiculous! Naofumi-sama would never give up being a hero!" Raphtalia interjected.

"Actually, I agree with the rumors." Naofumi leaned back into the couch.

Raphtalia's eyes widened. "What? "But why would you want to stop fighting the waves?" The raccoon exclaimed.

Naofumi sighed, "Not that, about getting new party members. We've been doing a lot and picking up the other heroes' slack. We should get some new party members, but adventurers will be influenced by my omega status."

"I'll be joining your party from now on, Nee-san." Yuu admitted.

"Wait, really?" Naofumi questioned.

Her brother nodded, "Of course. The whole reason I went away is to train to help you. I prospered in every class, and my instructors were quite proud of the progress I made in such little time. But, I believe I'm a lower level than the rest of your party at level 26. I held my own against the wave's monster though."

"You fought in the wave?" Naofumi pratically yelled. She tried to stand up, but immediately fell back onto the soft cushions.

"Only to find you," Yuu responded. "That was the plan originally."

Naofumi rubbed her head. "Fine. You can join us, but I was thinking of getting more slaves like filolials. They're loyal, can travel long distances, and are pretty great in battle."

Yuu cocked his head, "You mean those giant birds? Have you been meaning to get one?" He questioned the omega. It was a known fact that omegas preferred cute, fluffy things.

"Filo is a filolial!" Filo exclaimed happily.

Yuu smiled at her, before his face went into shock. "What? But filolials are those massive birds and Filo is a little girl!"

"Filo was originally a regular filolial, but after a certain point she turned into this." Naofumi gestured to the blonde. "I was thinking if we get more, they'll be as powerful as her." Naofumi reasoned.

Filo tugged her master's arm, "Mommy, are you trying to replace Filo?" Filo pouted and let her tears build up.

Naofumi shushed the girl, "Not at all. Think of it as getting new siblings."

Filo looked confused, "Siblings?"

"It's what Nee-san and I are," Yuu explained. "You'll be the older sister to a younger brother or sister, doesn't that soung like fun?" Yuu grinned. Filo pouted and shook her head, not pleased with the idea of sharing her mother.

"Well, it's happening whether you like it or not Filo," Naofumi patted the girl's head. "Raphtalia, can you can lead Yuu to the slaver's tent?"

Raphtalia blinked, "You aren't coming, Naofumi-sama?" Raphtalia reluctantly left her master's side when she stood up.

"I'm too weak to travel long distances after my heat. Besides, it'll give them a chance to grow and level up before the next wave." Naofumi pointed out. "Yuu, take the money the king gave me. Be back before the sun sets."

"Wait a minute, Nee-san." Yuu said, "Are you fine with us leaving you alone?" He tried not to show it, but the young alpha was worried.

"I'll be fine. I have Filo and Melty here with me." Naofumi reassured.

"That's correct! Naofumi-sama, will be in good hands with us!" Melty butted in. Filo agreed, bouncing up and down. Melty looked up at the shield hero, "I'll take you outside to get some fresh air, Naofumi-sama."

"No, absolutely not. Nee-san should remain indoors for the time being." Yuu refused, crossing his arms.

Naofumi shook her head, "No, I think I'll go. I've been cooped up in here for way to long besides I hate being locked up like this." Naofumi muttered the last part, but Yuu still heard. It was true his sister enjoyed the outdoors, especially after the days their parents forcibly looked Naofumi in her room.

Yuu didn't argue any further. It was in his sister's best interest to stay indoors until she fully recovered, but if she felt like she was being trapped like this. Yuu agreed and soon left with Raphtalia and a large bag filled with coins. Naofumi finally noticed her state of undress looked for her armour. Apparently, Yuu had given it to the blacksmith's for some alterations, so she had no clothes. Melty had called for a servant to bring the omega something to wear.

A maid had come in with clothes stacked in her arms. The beta seemed a bit too excited to get Naofumi ready for just a small outing. Once the maid out the clothes down on one of the couches, she immediately pushed Naofumi into a private bath. Filo had jumped in as well, letting the water overflow and spill on the floor. The maid poured flower scented water on top of both of them and scrubbed Naofumi's head with various soaps. Filo entertained herself by blowing bubbles into Naofumi's face as the maid scrubbed them clean. Once that was done and they were dried, Naofumi had to stop the maid from putting make up on her. The maid was persistent talking about attracting an alpha, but once Melty stepped in the maid reluctantly stopped.

The clothing Naofumi was given is what irked her the most. It was a white dress with gold floral detailing but extremely low cut, showing off her large chest as she no longer bounded it flat. The dress hugged her torso to show off her wide hips, before it led to a cut to show off her legs in the front. It fell down to her ankles and had a pattern of pink flowers at the very end. There was no material covering her back, letting it dip to just above her rear. The sleeves were long and loose, nearly covering her hands. A sheer green shawl was placed over her bare shoulders for little to no warmth. The white leggings she was wearing hugged her legs tightly and gladitor sandals were placed on her feet.

"What's with this outfit?" Naofumi asked, inspecting herself in the mirror. She noticed how the dress hugged her form. She wasn't as soft as before. Her body was beginning to tone, but she could still pass as an omega. She tried to pull the dress up to hide some of her bust, but the maid swatted her hands away and made a few more adjustments.

"It's a traditional Melromarc omega dress," Melty explained. "This is the first time I'm seeing it worn on someone though." She circled the shield hero, inspecting the garment.

The maid smiled and picked up a box filled with gold and silver accessories, "If the Lady Hero would please choose?"

Naofumi looked at it in distaste. She had never been one for jewelry. Only onke caught her eye. It was a simple, silver bracelet with a small, blue jewel resting in the middle. It reminded Naofumi of a present Yuu had gotten her for her birthday two years back. When she picked it up it was light, almost like the weight was nonexistent. It was easy to slip on and most likely wouldn't get in the way during battle.

The maid frowned, "Only that one? Lady Shield Hero, you must want more than that? How will you attract an alpha without being the center of attention?" The maid pushed the jewelry box in front of Naofumi, urging the omega to take more. Naofumi just clicked her tonge and ignored the beta.

"Let's go. Melty, lead the way. I don't want to bump into anyone though." Naofumi started to walk to the door with the two girls in tow. Naofumi picked up Filo in her arms, the girl happily nuzzling into her mother's neck. Melty had walked in front of Naofumi to show small hallways that looked unused for years. The small group had to pause more than once so Naofumi could regain her breath, the heat really took a lot out of her. Melty spoke how there were the original passageways for the castle, but as time went on people favored the bigger hallways instead. The girl proudly went on abou the history of the castle until the small group reached the outside gardens.

"I'll show you my favorite place." Melty looked back and smiled, "It's by a small pond, and mother had placed tables and chairs there as well to rest. In the right light, the water shimmers like diamonds." Melty obviously had fond memories of the place by how she spoke of it.

The group had passed the training area, where knights were sparring. When the omega was spotted, some attempted to get her attention and failed. Two had the nerve to approach Naofumi only to be ignored. It wasn't much different when they passed servants tending to the gardens. They all gawked at the omega's presence.

"Have they never seen an omega?" Naofumi asked. She knew omegas were rare in her world, but everyone here acted like she was a new breed of animal.

"Rarely are any omegas born in this world," Melty started to explain. "There was an epidemic hundreds of years a go that targeted omegas. They were nearly wiped out, and the ones that did survive were terrible mistreated as breeders. Now that the population is near extinction, omegas are treated even higher than the royal families. You're the first omega I've ever met." Melty admitted.

Naofumi couldn't help but flinch at the word 'breeders'. It was always of fear of hers to be used like the omegas in the past. Filo noticing her mother's discomfort, patted her cheek gently and gave it a small lick to ease any nervousness. Naofumi gave the gesture back lovingly. She was happy that Filo started to groom her back.

"We're here!" Melty happily exclaimed, picking up her pace to present the location. It was a beautiful garden to say the least and well cared for. It was an exceedingly large space. There was a cobblestone pathway that led to a white table with cushioned chairs surrounding it. A pond sat in the middle with a bridge to cross it. Within the waters were flowers that fell down from the tree branches from above. White and blue flowers littered the ground in a careful placement. Melty led them to the table and sat Naofumi down.

"This place is usually meant for garden parties held by the royal family." Melty explained. Filo had jumped out of Naofumi's arms and grasped Melty's hand.

"Mel-chan! I wanna go see the water up close! I bet there's yummy fish in it!" Filo jumped up and down. She tugged Melty in the pond's direction.

"W-wait! We can't leave Naofumi alone-" Melty protested, looking at the older omega.

Naofumi just waved her hand, "It's fine. You go have fun while you can, since Filo and I will be leaving in a couple days."

Melty jumped in surprise at Naofumi's words. They were leaving and so soon. Melty let a sad look crawl on to her face. Filo pushed Melty in the direction of the pond, obviously not reading the mood.

Naofumi was watching the two from her seat. Filo had jumped in, hoping for a big slash but the waters only went up to her knees. The winged girl gave a pout in disappointment as the second princess comforted her. Filo took this chance to drag the princess in, effectively wetting Melty's stockings. Despite that, Melty let out a laugh. The two of them were playing with the water, pushing it up to gently splash the other. Naofumi rested her head in her head as a nostalgic feeling came over. It had to have been 10 years since Yuu and her had played in the water like that. It was before her first heat. Before her parents had started to lock her in the house. Yuu had to been six. Naofumi remembered how he struggled, even with his water floaties on. He clung to her like his life depended on it. That had to also be the last time they both went to the beach together too. Naofumi made a note to try and find a beach in this world not during a wave or her heat.

"Naofumi, what are you doing here?" A very annoying and familiar voice called out. Naofumi visible twitched. Could she not have one peaceful moment?

Naofumi looked to her right, and there were her fellow heroes with their party members. They all were approaching the omega who sat back in her seat with her arms crossed. She hates to see them so soon after her heat. The omega even noticed that some of them were subtly spreading around their pheromones. The omega let out a sigh when they reached her table.

"I could say the same to you." Naofumi growled, not pleased by their presence.

"The whole castle is talking about how you are walking around again, after you were asleep for so long after your heat." Itsuki responed. The servants must have been gossiping after Melty went to get the omega clothes. Naofumi noticed Itsuki's nose twitch. He was trying to inhale more of her scent.

"Yeah!" Motoyasu butted in, "You should be resting some more, Naofumi. We'll escort you back to your nest." Motoyasu let his eyes wander to the omega's figure. She definitely looked like an omega without her usual baggy clothing. Her figure was perfect for carrying children.

"I'm fine where I am." Naofumi glared at the older alpha, "Don't act like you care now just because I'm an omega. You didn't give a damn about me before. In fact, you attacked and insulted me multiple times."

Motoyasu snapped out of his rather lewd thoughts. "I know, and I feel terrible about that. How about a clean slate? We all can just start over." Motoyasu suggested, giving Naofumi a charming smile. He offered his hand to her.

Naofumi looked him up and down, letting her gaze focus on his outstretched hand for a bit. "You're joking?"

"Eh?" Motoyasu let out a small noise in surprise.

"You're joking, right? You think I can forget all the trouble you put me through," Naofumi looked back up at Motoyasu who took a step back. The omega's eyes were like that of a lion preparing for the kill. "You belittled me, forced me to fight in some stupid duel, and didn't believe that I was an omega. You believed that bitch without any proof she was assualted. You want to know what's the worst thing you've done, though? You tried to take my daughters away from me. How could I forget that? No, it's burned into my memory forever." Naofumi slapped his hand away from her.

Motoyasu was speechless at the omega's outburst. He even struggled to maintain eye contacted with her. Naofumi's harsh stare was digging into him.

Itsuki patted Motoyasu on the shoulder and gave a small smile. "Now, now, Naofumi's right. You can't just ask her to forget all the things you put her through-"

"You're the exact same way. All of you make me sick. You believe such a lie that could ruin a person's life so easily. Why? You all play heroes, but can't take the consquences to your actions. I know, you just want to play the role of a strong alpha to inflate your egos. Honestly, it's sad when I look at it." Naofumi finished her rant, belittling each of the heroes. Naofumi and Yuu certainly were siblings. They had the same sharp tongue.

"B-but, that's all in the past we can move on now!" The spear hero tried to reason, "Besides, we should all get along as heroes of this world, right?"

Naofumi growled at him, "You really are dense, aren't you? What made you believe in that whore anyway? Was it how she clung to you? How she begged to be protected? Let me guess, it is because you saw a pretty face because you're oblivous scum? That goes for all three of you! If you answer it, I'll think of forgiving you." Naofumi lied. She crossed her legs and rested her arm on the table.

All three of her fellow heroes looked down not daring to meet her eyes. The omega was sinking daggers into them, and she had barely lifted a finger.

"Now that I think about it," Naofumi began, continuously eyeing her prey. "Ren, Itsuki, you also are in the wrong here. You just followed along with the trial, only believing in that bitch without hearing my side. You made me clean your reckless messes, you're welcome by the way. Then, you both accused me of taking your reward money. Some heroes you both are."

Both of the younger heroes remained quiet, not daring to look the shield hero in the eye. Their party members, who were watching this brutal onslaught of words, decided it was a good time to save their respective heroes.

"Lady Shield Hero, if I may speak my opinion?" The blue haired mage from Ren's team spoke up. "Our heroes were just what they believed was the best for our country. Please, do not blame them."

The beta dancer from Motoyasu's party defended her hero, "That's right! The heroes only have this country's best interest at heart!"

"Who said you could speak to me," Naofumi's index finger tapped the table as she moved her glare to the party members in the background. "If I remember, when I needed people to join my party, none of you volunteered. You all actively encourage your heroes' pride as if that's your only job. You only stand on the sidelines and watch as your 'heroes' ruin your world. Do me a favor and only speak when spoken to, that's one thing you can do correctly."

Despite her harsh words, the shield hero was an omega. Omegas were a rarity and valuable. Mating with an omega, drastically changed your standing socially and politically in this world.

"What's wrong? Can't look me in my eyes anymore?" Naofumi taunted her fellow heroes, who chose to look anywhere but her face. "That didn't seem like a problem before. Cat got your tongue?"

The spear hero was about to speak again, but was cut off. Filo ran through the crowd towards the seated omega, her dress was wet from playing in the water. In her hands were two pink flowers that were just a bit too big to sit perfectly in her small palms.

"Mommy! Look at what I have!" Filo stopped in front of Naofumi and thrusted one of the flowers into her master's face. "Let me put it in your hair! Pretty please! Mommy will look so pretty with it!" The girl pleaded.

Water dripped from Filo's hands into Naofumi's lap. The young girl waited expectedly for the omega's reaction. To mostly everyone's surprise, the omega leaned down a bit to allow Filo to place the dripping flower into her hair. The omega raised a hand to cup Filo's cheek, letting her thumb wipe away specks of water. The little girl let out a giggle, bring her mother's face closer to her own. Filo made the motion of rubbing their noses together. Naofumi's eyes softened. That look she was giving the girl, it was the look of a parent who adored their child.

Melty had approached the group, standing in front of Naofumi. Even though the princess had water droplets dripping from her, she stood with pride.

"Sir Heroes, it's obvious that Naofumi doesn't want to speak with you at the moment." Melty held her stern position with the older alphas.

Motoyasu seemed relentless, "I just wanted to talk to her-"

"We should leave her alone." Ren finally decided to speak his opinion. It surprised Naofumi. The shield hero was usually the silent, loner type.

"B-but Ren, don't you want to talk to her. Especially, after she attack you!" Motoyasu sputtered out.

Motoyasu was instantly shushed by his other heroes except for Naofumi. Had she attacked him? Her heat was always a blur of fuddled memories, confused feelings, and a slight instinct to decapitate an unwelcomed visitor. Yuu never mentioned what she did during her heat, choosing to spar his sister the details. Naofumi let her eyes inspect the youngest hero. He didn't look injured, but the way he chose to stand a few feet behind Motoyasu...

Naofumi stood up from her seat, Filo instantly cling the omega's dress, Melty also stuck to the omega's side. Naofumi made her way towards the sword hero. Out of everyone of the heroes, he was the most tolerable. Ren did show remorse when he found out he caused an epidemic unlike Itsuki who was too stuck up to realize his mistakes. It was probably her instincts wanting to bring comfort to anyone, even if he was one of the assholes. It wouldn't hurt just to comfort him a little.

The younger alpha instantly froze at the omega's approaching figure. Naofumi reached her hand up and patted Ren's head.

"Sorry about attacking you," Naofumi apologized. "I don't really have control of myself during my heat."

Ren couldn't help his cheeks reddening by the unexpected affection by the omega. This was the first time an omega was so close to him. Her hand was gentle. The omega's scent was prevelant. Ren believed that he would have gotten used to Naofumi's scent. Her pheromones filled the palace for the whole week. Ren swallowed down the lump in his throat. When Naofumi retracted her hand, Ren backed up a pace or two.

"Nee-san!" Yuu's voice called out. Naofumi turned towards the source of the voice to see both Yuu carrying a glass container with a filolial egg sitting in it. Raphtalia appeared from behind him with two egg containers in her arms. Naofumi didn't expect them to get three, but inwardly she was jumping with joy. Her omega instincts always called for her to have a lot of children, but she needed a mate to have biological children, not that it mattered much to her. Naofumi's legs moves on their own towards the pair. The omega needed those eggs in her arms desperately. She needed to feel the life in them.

She gave Yuu and Raphtalia a quick nuzzle, before scooping the egg from Yuu's arms into hers.

"You're back fast. How was it?" Naofumi asked.

"The slaver was surprised that you had a brother, but he was happy to give us these three eggs at a discount." Raphtalia recalled the memory.

"A discount? Doesn't sound like him at all." Naofumi spoke, inspecting the eggs in Raphtalia's position. They were just perfect.

"He said since the eggs were about to hatch is why they were so cheap, so we bought three." Raptalia explained. "With all the merchandise we have, and us always travelling it will be good to have a lot of extra hands to help."

Naofumi hummed happily. She turned looked at Yuu, "How did you find me here anyway?"

"That would be because of me, Lady Shield Hero." From behind her brother a voicr rang out. The soldier who insisted on joining her during the wave stood stiff as a board. His arms pressed to his sides and his back straight, not looking her in the eye instead opting for anywhere else. "I saw your party member looking for you and I led them here, since I saw you pass the training grounds."

Yuu was giving the soldier a cold, disapproving look, which was probably why the soldier was looking so nervous.

"I remember you. You're Ake, right?" Naofumi looked curiously at the beta soldier. Ake's soldiers started to relax, but instantly he tensed back up at Yuu's harsh glare.

"Nee-san, you know him?" Yuu put his hand on his sister's shoulder, never breaking his focus from the soldier.

Naofumi none the wiser said, "Yeah, he's a soldier who pestered me. He wanted to fight with me during the last wave. I made him get 150 silver to prove his loyalty, you can imagine my surprise when he brought it."

"Th-that's right! I badly wanted to fight along side the shield hero after she helped protect my village! I will forever by grateful for that once in a lifetime chance!" The soldier tried to speak with an alpha's authority, but he stumbled over his words and looked like he was going to pee himself the whole time. The heroes and their parties almost felt bad for the poor soldier. Yuu had made it known how judgemental he was. Trying to talk to the omega's brother was like a death wish. He either looked at you with murderous intent or humilated you with a smile.

"Is that so?" Yuu mumbled. He took two steps closer to Ake, who was shaking in his armour. Yuu suddenly put his hand's on the beta's shoulders and offered a charming smile, "Why didn't you say so? Any friend of my sister is a friend of mine. Ah! I'm sorry I haven't introduced myself, have I? My name is Iwatani Yuu. Let's be the greatest of friends, Ake-kun." The smile the alpha was giving was like the itself, totally blinding.

Ake looked taken back before he spoke again, "P-p-please take care of me, Sir Yuu!" Ake bowed.

Yuu waved his hand, "There's no need for such formality, Ake-kun. Please just call me Yuu, okay? You should stop by my sister's room. We can eat and groom each other, doesn't that sound like fun?" Yuu grabbed both of Ake's hands in his own.

Ake blinked, clueless about why the usually cold alpha was being so nice. "Grooming? Wait, I can't go into an omega's room?" Ake was flustered by the thought.

"Why not? Nee-san shouldn't mind, do you Nee-san?" Yuu looked back at his sister who was cooing at the eggs in Raphtalia's arms. Filo was trying to tug her mother away from the eggs with little success. Melty and Raphtalia were both smiling at the scene.

"As long as he doesn't go by my nest," The omega said, too busy with the eggs to look at the duo.

Yuu turned back, "See it's fine. Please consider it. I would love to sit and talk with someone my near my age." Yuu was beaming at the nervous beta, who couldn't say no to the alpha for the life of him.

Motoyasu, who had enough of being ignored, butted in, "Yuu-kun, don't you think it's wrong for him to enter your sister's room!"

Yuu dropped his friendly demeanor when the spear hero spoke. "Be quiet. Honestly, breathing the same air as you is enough to make me want to vomit." Yuu hissed out, "Please crawl into a hole and stay there."

The spear hero looked wounded by Yuu's words. He was trying to make amends with the siblings? Why were they being so stubborn?

A servant rushed into the garden area the large crowd was in. "Heroes, the king had called for your presence in the meeting room. If you all would please follow me?" The servant said, trying to regain her breath.

Naofumi had all her eggs in her arms, pressrd against her chest as she peered at the servant. This should be good.