'My happiness was never just my happiness. It was jealousy for someone which I never took in account...'

Flashback Continues:

Little ten year old Jaehwan was tired washing the heaps of clothes.

There were barely any people or servants left who would show pity on him. Afterall many have been already punished before too just for trying to help him. And they were not just punishments.

They were utter humiliation that would be worse than death. Hundred whips, heaps load of labour work, starvation or isolation, you name it. So, servants around the palace have stopped helping Jaehwan for their own good and too. Because it wasn't only them at the end of the punishments, as Jaehwan was the one who would get worse of it for trying to get help from others.

So Jaehwan himself has stopped talking to anyone just to avoid anyone getting into problem.

As if now he was carrying another load of dirty clothes that needed to be washed. And to be clear, these clothes were used by servants. In short, Jaehwan was treated lower than the servants and maids in palace. Even though he was a Prince, no one could do anything to stop this. Doing so meant inviting your death, because the King wasn't merciful at all.

His little back was hurting badly from carrying the heavy load. But he needed to finish this before he gets punished. So he was carrying the heavy sack over his head with all his might.

He takes another root this time because he knew few of the servants would be at the usual place by the river for their bath. His whole body ached but he didn't dare to complain.

His steps came to a halt when he heard unfamiliar but adorable giggles from the distance. He couldn't help but wonder who was behind that beautiful voice. The giggles slowly died down but Jaehwan's heartbeat became erratic. He needed to find out who was it.

He started walking towards the voice as if being pulled by some magnet.

And in no time his breath hitched. There was pup playing in the sand while giggling to himself. Those giggles did sound so adorable that Jaehwan couldn't help but smile.

How many time has passed since he actually smiled?

That pup was the most beautiful thing he has ever seen. The pup was chubby and his baby fat was showing on his cheeks which was the most adorable thing about him. He was giggling that made his eyes squeeze shut by his rosy cheeks. His hair was shiny blonde which he never had seen before on any wolf. He was so lost that he didn't even notice the pup was looking at him and now he was standing in front of him with the adorable pucker of his plump lips.

"Huh?", Jaehwan was pulled out of the trance as he felt the little pup tug at his arm.

"Are you alone too? Will you play with me hyung?", The cute boy said pointing his little finger at the sand castle he had made which was yet to be completed. Jaehwan's lips turned upwards in a smile.

And that sealed the fate.

_______________________

"Jimin ah... I think you should head back. Won't your parents get worried if you stay out too late?"

Jaehwan said in a soft tone to convince the small three year old pup who was perched up all snuggled on his lap. He was playing with the shelves Jaehwan helped him pick up. His wide eyes were all round with curiosity as his lips were pouted into a small beak.

"No. I want to stay with hyung.", Little Jimin said all distracted. It brought a small smile on Jaehwan's lips. It had been almost two months since he met Jimin. But ever since then, they have became closer than ever. They meet by the river at the usual time where Jimin comes to play. He doesn't have any friends besides Jaehwan. Why you say?

Because Jimin's father is so protective over him. The whole town knows about Jinki's adoptive son. And they also know that the pup is so extraordinary according to the holy devotee's prophecy. And everyone has figured out that Jimin will grow up to be the most beautiful Omega out there. So, the chances aren't slim that someone may go as far as to harm Jimin. That thought has made Jimin's family protective over the oblivious pup who loves all the attention he gets.

But here, he meets Jaehwan, his first ever friend, whom he won't be letting go easily. And who is Jaehwan to go against him?

"Why?", Jaehwan playfully asked as he poked one of Jimin's puffed out cheek.

"Because I love hyung's scent...", Jimin chirped while giggling which made Jaehwan smile even wider.

Even though he has heard that fated mates was a rare thing. But Jimin still hadn't been presented and still him being able to smell Jimin, proved to Jaehwan that they were just meant to be. They were mates. But Jaehwan kept this secret to himself. Not that he had anyone he could tell this. Even if he tells, nobody would believe a ten year old pup.

Jaehwan kept playing with the three year old in his lap until someone called for him.

"Jimin ah!!!", A sound from distance came.

Jaehwan and Jimin's ears perked up. He quickly moved Jimin away from his lap. Jimin whined but seeing his older brother waiting for him at the far end of the shore he started gathering his shelves in hurry to leave. Jaehwan helped him once again since Jimin's hands were not big enough to carry all of them.

"I'll come tomorrow...", Jimin said in hurry and started running away. Jaehwan watched in admiration at his back. But then Jimin halted in his steps and turned around. Jaehwan raised his eyebrow in curiosity.

Jimin ran upto Jaehwan making Jaehwan bend down to his level. He quickly pecked on Jaehwan's cheek. Jaehwan melted. He slowly cupped Jimin's little face in his hands and placed a loving peck on his forehead.

All of this was witnessed by Jimin's older brother and Jinki's elder son, Taemin.

"Who was he?", Taemin asked with curiosity once Jimin came to him and held his hand to leave to their home.

"My hyung...", Jimin said giggling.

"But aren't I your hyung?", Taemin asked his younger brother who just giggled adorably.

"You are my brother hyung. But that hyung is my mate...", Jimin said as he kept swinging their intertwined hands back and forth. Taemin was shocked to listen to this. He stopped and leaned down to look at little Jimin. He held his shoulders softly.

"Your... Mate? What do you mean Jimin ah? Is that person troubling you or teaching you something wrong?", Taemin asked concerned but Jimin shook his head in denial.

"Ani hyung... My Jaehwannie hyung is so nice. He never troubles me. I like his scent. He also likes my scent..."

"Your scent?", That was another shock for thirteen year old Taemin. "Does he smell you?"

Jimin nodded enthusiastically.

And Taemin was deeply surprised, just hoping in mind that everything turns out well.

____________________________

Maybe things never stay the way they are. And not everything turns out well as everybody hopes.a

What happened to Jaehwan was the same.

His little time with Jimin was soon witnessed by Lisa.

And she didn't take it very lightly. Instead she was burning with rage when she saw a beautiful pup, most definitely would be Omega in future, hanging off Jaehwan's shoulder. And Jaehwan being happy and laughing like he has won the world.

Soon waves of jealousy ran through his nerves. She never had laughed like that even after she had everything she wished. Even Jaehwan's fortune was hers. Then why Jaehwan seemed more happy than her.

It was that pup.

Now she wanted him.

And if she wanted him... She will get him!!

_____________________

Ayyo Beautiful Saramis!!

Hehe. I'm back once again. So I've been thinking, if anyone has any requests for me.

Tell me.

Borahae 💜