Haven || h.js + l.mh

XVII

[AN]

Hello!

I hope everyone is doing lovely! I have a new chapter for you all today! It's kind of a filler, just some caring for the kids and fluffy Minsung because I was feeling that lol. Next chapter will probably be either the development of Minsung's relationship or a bit more drama/plot stuff. We'll see haven't decided yet.

I hope you enjoy the chapter!!!

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Jisung felt like he was choking, the lingering scent of sulfur pulling a whine from his throat as he cowered, eyes a vibrant blue.

Jisung would know that scent from a mile away. It caused his entire body to shiver, brought a cold sweat to his brow, and a tremble to his fingers. It was what haunted his nightmares.

They were shoved underneath the bed in Jeongin's room, piles of boxes and clothes shielding them from view. Jeongin lay next to him, licking frantically at his paws as his furry body quivered. Changbin, roused from his nap and shifted to his full hybrid form, stalked from side to side at the foot of the bed, growling under his breath as he stared through red eyes at the bedroom door.

There'd been no time to barricade the door, but Changbin was protection enough, his spine arched, and claws already drawn, ready to leap into action at a moment's notice.

Anything to protect his pack, his omegas.

Distantly, the front door slammed shut and Chan started yelling, making Jeongin whimper.

Then, there was nothing, total and utter silence.

Changbin came to a stuttering halt, his tail held straight in the air. He sniffed, settling back on his hunches and going still as a statue, waiting.

Seconds, minutes ticked by and Jisung thought that his heart was going to beat right out of his chest. He pressed closer to Jeongin, hoping he could offer the younger even an ounce of the comfort he was providing Jisung.

The bedroom door opened with a soft click and Changbin snarled, his eyes, if possible, growing an even darker red.

"Easy Binnie," Chan soothed as he inched his way into the room.

His hands were drawn in front of his chest, palms up, and he moved slowly, not making any sudden movement. Chan's scent, though still sour, was no longer panicked and Changbin seemed to register that as his tail loosened.

"You've done wonderfully, baby," Chan continued, stopping on his knees a few feet from the cougar, "The kids are safe. You protected them so well. But I need you to calm down, no one is going to hurt Jisungie or Innie. It's just us now."

Changbin deflated with a whine as soon as Chan finished speaking, bellying closer to his leader until he could rest his head in his lap, easily accepting pats to the head.

"Good boy," Chan cooed, stroking Chanbin earnestly as the remainder of the pack slowly filtered into the room, "Such a good alpha, I'm so proud of you."

Changbin purred happily as various members stroked his belly or rubbed his ears, offering praises to the alpha.

Minho made a beeline for the bed, Hyunjin hot on his heels. He fell to his knees, shoving the boxes away almost frantically. There was an itch under his skin, one that demanded he see Jisung, have the boy in his arms, safe from any harm Minhyuk could ever possibly bring him.

Minho peaked under the bed, recognizing the red of Jeongin's coat and his amber eyes, looking fearfully back at him, immediately.

"Hi pup," Minho crooned softly, reaching out to pet the younger's nose, "Do you want to come out from under there -"