the Omega's choice

7

As the door clicked shut behind Zee, Nunew stood in the quiet of the apartment, his mind replaying the morning’s events. He couldn’t help but smile, his heart still warm from the affectionate exchange they’d shared. Calling Zee “Hia” had felt so natural, so right, and the way Zee had reacted filled Nunew with a sense of reassurance and comfort he hadn’t experienced in a long time.

He took a deep breath and walked back to the living room, feeling a strange mix of excitement and nerves. Things between him and Zee were moving faster than he had anticipated, yet it didn’t feel rushed. On the contrary, it felt like they were both exactly where they were meant to be—together.

Nunew decided to spend the time before meeting Zee catching up on some work. He had a few things to take care of for his latest project, and he figured it would be a good way to keep himself busy while Zee was out running errands.

But as he sat down at his desk, opening his laptop, he found it hard to concentrate. His thoughts kept drifting back to Zee—the way he smiled, the warmth in his eyes, the gentle touch of his hand. Nunew had never imagined he would find someone who made him feel so at ease, so seen. And the more time he spent with Zee, the more he realized just how much he wanted this—wanted them—to work.

A few hours passed as Nunew worked on his tasks, though his mind often wandered. When his phone buzzed with a message notification, his heart skipped a beat, hoping it was Zee. Sure enough, when he unlocked the screen, a message from Zee awaited him.

**Zee:** “Just finished up with everything. Are you ready to meet up?”

Nunew’s fingers flew over the keyboard as he typed his reply, excitement bubbling up inside him.

**Nunew:** “Yes! Where should we meet?”

Zee’s response was almost immediate.

**Zee:** “How about the café near the park? We can grab something to eat, then go for that walk we talked about.”

Nunew’s smile widened as he read the message. The idea of spending the afternoon with Zee, just the two of them, filled him with anticipation.

**Nunew:** “Sounds perfect. I’ll see you there in 30 minutes.”

After sending the message, Nunew quickly closed his laptop and got ready to head out. He took a moment to choose his outfit, opting for something casual yet stylish—something that would make him feel confident and comfortable. As he checked himself in the mirror one last time, he couldn’t help but wonder what the rest of the day had in store for them.

The café was only a short walk from his apartment, and when Nunew arrived, he found Zee already waiting outside, leaning casually against the wall. Zee’s face lit up as soon as he saw Nunew approaching, and he pushed off the wall to meet him halfway.

“You look great,” Zee said, his voice warm with admiration.

Nunew felt his cheeks heat up at the compliment. “Thank you,” he replied shyly, his eyes meeting Zee’s. “You don’t look so bad yourself.”

Zee chuckled softly, his eyes sparkling with amusement. “Ready to grab something to eat?”

“Definitely,” Nunew agreed, feeling his nerves ease at Zee’s easygoing demeanor.

They entered the café, finding a cozy table by the window. The afternoon sun filtered through the glass, casting a soft, golden light over them as they settled into their seats. The café had a warm, inviting atmosphere, with the scent of freshly brewed coffee and baked goods wafting through the air.

They ordered their food and drinks, falling into a comfortable conversation as they waited. Nunew found himself opening up to Zee even more, sharing stories from his past, his dreams for the future, and the things that made him happy. Zee listened intently, his eyes never leaving Nunew’s as he absorbed every word.