Loving The Unloved (Original Story)

Chapter 23

Charlie's body felt heavy when he opened his eyes. His body ached and butt was sore, his ribs now a dull pain. He sat up and looked around, noticing he was in his bedroom. Also nude. There was a cold pack on his sore side and a calm Jasper eating what looked like beef stew while in deep thought.

Charlie thought he had to try it first, but he guessed that's only when Jasper had a busy day. "Jasper?" Charlie asked. Jasper turned toward Charlie with an expression Charlie couldn't read. "You're awake. Are you hungry?" he asked. Charlie sat up, gritting his teeth the whole time.

Jasper waited until he was comfortable. "Yes." Jasper turned his body to Charlie and stir the stew. "What time is it?" Charlie asked. Jasper lifted his spoon and Charlie opened his mouth. Jasper watched the spoon enter Charlie's mouth, scooping up a small bit of juice run down his lips.

"Early in the afternoon. You needed rest. But I have to say, you held yourself well. I'm proud of you." Jasper said. Charlie smiled, blushing. Jasper scooped more food and put it in Charlie's mouth. Charlie chewed with happiness in his eyes.

"I always wanted to make proud, Jasper. I wanted to be the best Omega for you so I can stay with you." Jasper smiled and put food in Charlie's mouth to shut him up. Jasper rolled his eyes, something Charlie enjoyed seeing. They finish the food in peace, Jasper watching Charlie closely.

When Charlie placed the bowl to the side, Jasper held Charlie's hand. "I almost lost you last night. I don't want that to happen again." Jasper said. Charlie looked away. "What you want really doesn't matter. I'll be in danger when I'm taking my test." Charlie said.

"I thought about what you said. That can't control who I like or love. I want you, Charlie. You prove to me you are worthy to be with me. Not only had you showed your strength, leadership, and idiotic persistence, you grew on me. I like you," Jasper said. Charlie looked at him.

"That's the first time I heard you say my name. Like my actual name." Charlie said softly. Jasper planted a kiss on his forehead. "I say your name plenty of times, and when I think of it, it makes my heart beat faster. You have no idea what you do to me." Jasper said.

Charlie was waiting for him to act it out to him, but instead, Jasper gathered the bowl and the soggy pack. "I'll be back with more to eat and a cold pack. Rest today. Tonight, you will interact with the underground pack while I take care of business." Jasper said, getting up.

Charlie pouted. "But I'm supposed to be your omega who stands by your side. Also, I'm not satisfied." Charlie spoke up. Jasper liked that Charlie was speaking up, but as his Alpha, he needs to be put in his place. It didn't take much. Jasper looked at him with a hard look and Charlie bow his head in submissiveness.

"As your Alpha, I'm supposed to protect you. You are hurt and not needed for this situation. If you were, you would come. As for your needs, suffer one more day for me. If I were to have you now, not only your ribs will hurt, but you'll be unable to walk. One pain at a time my Omega." Jasper said before leaving. Charlie had his head bowed, but with heated cheeks and a smile.

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There were people who were with Charlie being around, then there were people who saw him as a challenge. They talk among themselves, going over what happened last night. One thing was for certain that Xena caught on. Charlie doesn't like to kill people. Xena smiled. She had a good idea and she couldn't wait to break him.

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Charlie was taken by a few people with Victor, heading to a dark room. "This is one of the tasks you will have to do, so if you want to get with Jasper, you might as well practice," Xena said. "How do you know what's required?" Charlie asked.

"I tried to be his Omega, but his 'mother', Mich, disapproved instantly. So, might as well help you since Jasper loves you." She said. Charlie stopped walking. "He loves me? Did he tell you that?" Charlie asked.

He wanted to jump with joy and go find Jasper to say he loves him too. Just to say it out loud. "It's all in his eyes and besides, he would tell his best friend," Xena said with a smile. Victor watched her be overly nice to Charlie, not liking where this going. He followed Charlie, keeping close to him and ready to jump in if he needs to.

Unknown to Charlie, it was a good thing Victor was there.