The room was comfortable and I felt the worry and stress melting at its seams in the pine scented pillows I had gathered. They had the small hint of Delta Medic Ryan, I was barely lucid when I gathered the pillows but the scent I felt needed to stay. The feeling of wanting to burry myself under the pillows was so strong, I gathered the ones that were trying to escape and put them on top of me. It was the most relaxed I’ve ever been. Without it feeling like I was guilty for taking the moment to feel like an Omega.

The two Alpha’s looking after me were kind and I felt no need to put up a guard around them. They always announced themselves when entering the room, letting me know where they were. It’s just the only thing I could do was sleep, so they didn’t bother me in the least. Their scent also had no effect on me so that training had paid off. When I became more lucid they came into the room fully to give me some food and something to drink. The food was nothing but crushed fruits and vegetables in syrup. It wasn’t bad, and I tried everything they had to offer they asked me what my favorite was. Surprisingly it was berries and only berries. They had the right amount of tartness that I enjoyed and it wasn’t overly powered by the sweet syrup which I wasn’t bothered by.

The Alpha’s encouraged my Omega traits that I had long since buried, or thought I buried. Nesting, nuzzling, head pats, the Alpha’s were very kind and gentle. During that time they called me Alpha, it was comforting but I found that they would occasionally let slip an Omega. I barely caught the title change but purred not minding the slip every once in a while.

When I had gathered enough energy or if I’m lucid enough to even think about showering I would. It mostly consists of sitting under the hot water, the aches I felt nearly disappearing and the sound reminding me of the rain outside.

When I finished the shower my nest was messed with a bit but still smelled the same, Pine and Delta Medic Ryan. Readjusting it I relaxed to sleep the slightly wet smell giving off the sense of rain in the forest.

Coming out of it, I looked around and seen that the room was clean, a few benches (stripped of their cushions), some shelves and drawers against the wall with a stereo on the wall with some speakers and next to the stereo system were headphones. Just above it was a TV, looking at my nest it was the missing cushions, some bean bags, blankets and my clothes.

Grimacing I felt disgusted with myself and went to shower and scrub myself raw. Looking in the mirror I growled at it for looking so weak. Tearing away from it I changed into my uniform that was hanging by the door. I also found that it wasn’t locked and it made me feel uneasy, I quickly stepped out to assess my surroundings only to be startled by a scentless spray above the door. Relaxing only slightly I started to follow the scent with multiple wolves and found an Alpha standing in the middle of the entrance. He looked very serious and intimidating,

“My Husband is amazing isn’t he?” a voice behind me said startling me, I was about to growl but the scent wasn’t threatening.

“Ever,” the Alpha I was admiring said softly, then ever so curtly “Alpha.”

“Whisk,” the Alpha beside me said just as softly.

“Your Season isn’t fully over, until we’re sure that it’s over you’ll be staying an extra few days.” Whisk said.

“Just precaution, its also normal that it would return after a few hours or a day. Nothing to worry about.” Ever included.

“Also, access to the Heat Valley is strictly restricted. No one comes in unless the Omega says it’s ok or the guardians or parents of the Omega says so. There is only one entrance and there is always a Marked Alpha standing guard.” Whisk stated.

“Marked Alpha’s aren’t bothered by Omega’s Pheromones unless they are their mates.” Ever added.

“You’ll be given a room during your Heat to use as you will. Everything in the room is cleaned thoroughly, no one will have access to the room besides yourself and the guarding Alpha. Pheromones can not escape the room, this place also holds Rutting Alpha’s they are stationed in the back.”

“More like under, the showers up here connect to the Alpha’s Rut. It helps the Rutting Alpha cope.”

“Aren’t Alpha’s stronger during their Rut?” he asked.

“They’re plenty distracted and the rooms are reinforced.”

“Your concerns are not misplaced, we are serious about protecting the Omega’s here as well as serving them if they wish. Your Heat will be once every month sometimes twice and depending on how stressed you are every two to three months. Please do not let your Heat extend longer than that. We will have a chart of your next Heat and if you request it we will fetch you and bring you here every month. If it exceeds you will be brought here a week after three months have passed without us seeing you. You’ll be forced to have your Heat.”

“We only want our Omega’s cared for and we get concerned when we don’t see them pass through these doors.”

“Speak with your Doctor, they will tell you more.”

“Yes, and hurry back, we’ll have your favorite when you get back.” Feeling a slight headache at the restrictions I walked to the Doctor. The smells around me were stronger, the sounds sharper and louder.

Once I sat in the chair Dr. Sparrow started going on about the already discovered changes he’s going through. I felt impatient and irritated but held it in check thanks to my Delta training. I brought up the minor concerns often finding it difficult to remember the words. It seems it was normal but no matter how I see it it will always be a disgrace. I had learned not to talk about how I hated my Omega traits and kept it under wraps.

“Its about the Delta Ceremony, after I’ve passed the test I’ll be leaving the Delta Cave. I have yet to speak of this with Omega Love since he seems... preoccupied with other things.”

“Yes, from your notes from Delta Medic Ryan, you have other concerns as well.”

“How is he? During our trip back he was struggling.”

“He’s perfectly fine, returned to his duties after his Rut.”

“Annoying, not only is this a hindrance to me but also to those around me,” I softly growled. In return Dr. Sparrow also growled he composed himself before I could take him up on the challenge.

“Your Pheromones were not detected by Delta Medic Ryan until after he had scent claimed you. It is a rare occurrence and it is not,” Dr. Sparrow made a face at his next word showing me that he hated how I had degraded myself in his presence, “a Hindrance to anyone around you unless they have claimed you.”

“We can’t be to sure though, this could only be a one time thing. If it is I’ll work on keeping my scent in check, we do have suppressants do we not?”

“If you trust someone not to harm you during your Heat, you can rely on them until you’ve reached home. Or to look out for you during this time,” Dr. Sparrow said hoping to redirect my thoughts to a less destructive method.

“The suppressants will do just fine, as long as I’m fit enough to continue my missions. From what the Alpha’s told me at Heat Valley is that the Heat will most-likely be unpredictable.”

“You’ve been under a lot of stress, you need to manage that for your Heat to regulate. If you don’t then it will continue to be inconsistent as they have said.”

“What do I need to do to manage it?” I asked wanting to have nothing more to do with Nesting no matter how nice it was. Besides Jay doesn’t like it and just thinking of how messy his home was is off putting. The more I thought of it the dirtier I felt and the need to have another shower was strong. I hope I’m fit enough to go on missions immediately.

“What are your plans so far?”

“Well I guess talk to Alpha about my living conditions, tell Jay about the Delta Ceremony.”

“Good having a plan like that is good. I’ll talk to the Alpha for you about your room, everything will be moved to the new room. It is important for you to stay away from Omega Love, not until we understand more of your current status during your Heat.”

“Understood,” I said feeling at ease.

"Then what are you going to do about Jay Love?"

"I don't know, we've been drifting a lot and he's been hanging out more with his friend then he does with me, and spending time with him feels more like a chore. It also feels like he’s left his chores to me," I felt frustrated with the thought of the Alpha.

"Do you feel like Jay Love doesn't belong to you anymore?"

"No he does- I guess I don't..." I realized that I had answered too quickly before I even thought about it. I never felt valued that's for sure, not for a long time now.

"We can set up a room for you in the Alpha Den where he doesn't like going. At least there you'll feel protected, and you’ll be closer to your pack again." Dr. Sparrow said. A thought occurred to me that maybe it would be best to be separated from Jay for a while. It feels like they were right from the start at least.

“If he does belong to me again, do I have to stay with him?”

"That is entirely up to you. Having a mate requires that you feel protect and safe from other Alpha's. He's there to make sure that you are protected, to give you a safe space to be you." Dr. Sparrow said taking notes on my thought process and visible body language. "What did you feel with Delta Medic Ryan?"

Delta Medic Ryan, how could I forget the Alpha that got us home safely? The simple thought of him made me relax and less guarded. Delta Medic Ryan seemed to be stressed when getting home if his heartbeat and breathing were of any indication. "I felt safe, and calm, any stress I had melted away like I was being wrapped in a cool blanket. I didn't have to worry about anything except for him getting us home safely."

"Hm, has Jay Love made you feel like that in any way?" I had thought of this but it was mostly fuzzy now, just the thought of the Medic was soothing. But I never felt like that near Jay, he was just there.

"No, I never saw more than him just helping me keep the Delta's off me during training with his scent. I got used to him just being there and always showing up. Other than that it was nothing more," I also didn't have the feelings of love for either Alpha's. What did it mean to love someone?

'Useless thinking, Pup.' Justice was right, I have no time for feelings like those. I need to get back on mission, I need to bring the Elite Omega's back to look after the pack from outside dangers.

"Have you tried nesting with him? Jay Love, that is," it almost sounded like he didn't approve of Jay in the slightest bit. It was almost touching, like a big brother looking out for his little brother. It also seemed like Justice was on Dr. Sparrow's side for the most part.

"He hates it when I nest," It felt like my voice was small. In fact don't all Alpha's hate when Omega's nest? "I try not to when he's there but its been... difficult. After a short nest I need to tear it apart before he finds out."

"Omega's should nest, since you've toughed it out this long it would be best for you to have a room where you can nest freely without others prying." Dr. Sparrow growled this time not holding back his anger. I felt better knowing that there was at least a few Alpha's on my side, even if it was only for show. "I'll arrange one for you in Heat Valley. When you are feeling stressed go there and nest, I mean it."

"It is a nice nesting place, how often can I use it?" I felt a bit hopeful, if my doctor says that not all Alpha's hate it then it surly must be true. I felt safe nesting in that room, I also felt more at ease knowing that this was an option. Distant growling could be heard but it soon silenced.

"As often as you like, they are there for you." The stories I grew up hearing from Coach and where I lived wasn't exactly meant for the safety of Omega's. I haven't met another Omega that is willing to be strong for the pack. They were happy to be used and left behind when it was convenient to the Alpha. I hope I didn't leave Jay behind, that would be awful of me to do that to him. But then again he hasn't been much of a mate to begin with, I had used the man I was suppose to love of course but it was nothing compared to what he’s doing.

"So they won't mind if I drop by after a mission?" I would like to relax before meeting up with Jay, just the thought of seeing him after a mission was a bit stressing after a real nesting experience. Actually why was it so exhausting thinking about Jay after a mission?

"Not at all," Dr. Sparrow's voice was soothing it nearly startled me into Delta Survival mode. The Alpha must have noticed this and went back to being a little rough with his voice but still gentle. "They'll keep out anyone who isn't authorized to be there. Heat or no Heat. Whether you said so or not. Your parents will have some say on who can enter as will I."

This isn't something that I want others to see though. Being vulnerable in front of others isn't something that an Omega should be willing to do or be ok with, it's not how Omega's should be treated.

This pack has its problems for how to treat there Omega's. But at least it’s not as bad as other packs.

Also, not much is done about it since none of the Alpha's are willing to take responsibility for their actions. They just blame the Omega's.

I’m just a Delta Point Black, I’m still learning on how to be a real Delta. I know my Stick will be taking on new Delta's soon and I'll still be a Point Black, but when I earn my place in the Stick I'll be a Direction. Or remain a Point Black if my nose still works.

I still have so much to learn, I don’t have time to learn the inner workings of the pack just that it needs to be protected. His pack needs me to protect it.

“Something else on your mind?”

“No, well... there’s no point in staying with Jay is there?”

“Again, that is for you to decide. In my own personal opinion, leave that Alpha immediately and don’t even think of letting him mark you.”

“R-right... I’ll go talk to him now.”

“No you won’t. You were given a special pass to see me today, you are going back to the Heat Valley to make sure it has fully passed. Your Alpha has excluded you from missions until I deem you fit to go back. In the mean time, I’ll speak with the Alpha to set up a room in the Alpha Den. You’ll have an Elite Alpha escort when you speak with Jay, knowing the Delta Alpha he’ll want to stand by so he’ll be informed of this as well.”

“Why such protection?”

“Have you forgotten? You were the one that set it up when you established the Alpha Den into a true pack. They help with escorting abused Omega’s to a safer location under your rule.”

“Oh, I thought it was only for their Omega’s. I didn’t think it was for the whole pack, huh.”

“The rule was loved by all the Alpha’s that they implemented it into the Delta’s, Elite Alpha’s and the remaining Alpha’s in the Den. Not only will they escort the Omega’s in heat but also Omega’s in any kind of trouble.”