Claim your fate

chapter 17

So, it came to Hyunjin's attention that he was a massive asshole. Shortly after Felix stomped away and slammed the door to their house, he was wanting to punch himself in the face. Honestly, if Felix had, he would have deserved it. Of course Felix is touchy and irritable and not wanting to have sex. He's pregnant. His body is changing in more ways than Hyunjin can keep up or ever know, and he should have been more understanding.

That's what he'll tell Felix, too, if the omega ever talks to him again. He really hopes he does though. He can't stand being ignored by his lovely mate. It would probably kill him. Or something less drastic, but whatever. So, he headed for their cabin and entered quietly, just in case Felix was sleeping. The air in the house smelled sweeter because Felix was here. It was like an air freshener.

He kicked his shoes off and shrugged his jacket off. He moved them to their respected places because if he didn't, Felix would throw a fit. He liked to have the house clean, and he would inevitably trip over something and hurt himself. So, Hyunjin moved them. Safety first. When he was done, he went to their bedroom door, which was closed. He knew Felix was in there; he could sense him.

He gave one tiny knock before opening the door and entering the room. It was dark-the curtains were drawn and the lights were off. Hyunjin moved to flip the light on but stopped himself just in time. He knew that Felix wouldn't draw the curtains and turn the light off if he was feeling sad. He did that when he had a headache or was feeling ill.

"Baby?" He whispered, walking further into the room. He made out a little lump under a blanket: Felix. When the lump didn't answer, he moved onto the bed and curled around the lump. He rubbed his hand on what he assumed to be Felix's hip. "Feeling poorly?"

When he got no response, he figured that Felix was just being stubborn and not replying. So, he started to talk some more, hoping that Felix would answer when he was done. "Baby, I'm so sorry for the way I acted earlier. It's unforgivable. I used my status against you, and that's something I never wanted to do. I don't know what came over me, but that's no excuse.

I know you're not feeling your best right now, and I won't ever know just how much your body is changing with this baby, but maybe you can sit down and tell me? Break it down for me. That's what I need. I want to feel as close to you and our baby as possible. You know," He lowered his voice now, pretty much talking to himself. "It's not fair. You become a mommy when you find out you're pregnant. But I don't really feel like a dad until I get to hold the baby. That seems so far away. You gotta keep me updated. The only thing I'm truly aware of is how big your belly is gonna get."

When Felix didn't answer again, he thought the boy was simply ignoring him. But when he pulled the covers back, they revealed a sleeping Felix, curled up in the shirt Hyunjin wore yesterday. Hyunjin's heart melted at the sight. Although Felix was probably still angry with him, he curled up right behind his omega anyway.

"So, you want to know what's happening with my body right now?" Felix asked a few hours later. After he had woken up in Hyunjin's arms and still tried to ignore his alpha, he couldn't after he heard Hyunjin's request. One look at Hyunjin's pleading green eyes made him forget all about their little spat earlier, and he grabbed the iPad to teach Hyunjin all about his changing body.

Hyunjin nodded enthusiastically. "Yes, please. Everything."

"Alright. Some of it might be a little unpleasant, but just remember: you did this to me and I'm the one who has to go through it." Felix said, crossing his legs. "Now, let's begin. Well, for starters, the baby is the size of a peach. I've got one more week until I'm out of the second trimester, which is where the fun begins."

"Yes, but what's happening now?" Hyunjin asked, leaning against a stack of pillows.

"Just wait, Hyunjin. All in good time." Felix said, not looking up from the iPad. "Alright, nausea and fatigue will probably linger for a few more weeks, and the tenderness in my chest will more likely stay until the baby is born. I should also experience some lovely discharge, and that and my ever-changing body can decrease sex drive," He gave Hyunjin a pointed look, which made his alpha press his face into Felix's thigh. "And heartburn and indigestion are headed my way, cheers."