The college was decorated that Friday. The flags stuck high up, the tents full of people and students dressed in suits made the atmosphere fun. There were always those people who cared little about the shame and preferred to have fun, and that made that June party a success.
Jake and Nathaniel walked around the campus enjoying time together.
The alpha had recovered from his cold and bite, and now he seemed excited to be able to walk around with his boyfriend.
And the first thing he notices are the curious looks of some students for both. It seems that he has a dimension of how much the rumors have already spread on campus.
— Hmm... they don't even disguise.
— Ignore them — Nathaniel commented.
By the corner of his eyes, the alpha could see that Nathaniel seemed more relaxed than he looked. A guy 1.80 m, wide shoulders and slim body. On that Friday he wore jeans and a wide black shirt without hiding his arms and hands with blouses or gloves. He in cap and mask was the most perfect vision that Jake saw.
Nathaniel was beautiful.
Nathaniel was hot.
And Jake wanted to kiss him in front of everyone.
— Haa... Frankly, there's not a version of you that I hate — The alpha mumbled.
The omega looked at him, arching his eyebrow.
— What did you say?
— We're going to eat pamonha, come on! — Jake pulled Nathaniel's arm and pulled him near a tent.
— Pamonha? I thought you were going to the hot dog stand.
— Let's go through each of them.
By hearing the omega's muffled laughter, Jake knew he was feeling relaxed. Maybe unworrying his boyfriend was a good idea. After all, the story of his parents made Jake very nervous — whose stress contributed to his illness. Then should not worry Nathaniel even more with the rumors.
However, Jake looked around noticing that his friends were nearby, ready to intervene if necessary. The alpha was not at peace with the idea that someone could try to mess with them directly.
And he was still angry to know that Nathaniel was facing everything alone in the last days without complaining to anyone.
And so the two boys enjoyed the afternoon of the June party. They ate, watched the gang's presentation, talked with other boys from Rapoxia and even met other friends of Jake. Thanks to this, the couple can enjoy the day even after a turbulent week.
— Well, look who's here!
The two turned around finding Júlio taking care of one of the game stalls. He smiled and waved like a ratty cat who is just watching the movement of the street.
— Julio.
— Oh, it seems that your friend came back. — Julio looked at Jake and then corrected himself — I mean your guy.
Jake did not like the way Julio was corrected, it seemed that he was mocking something. But it was likely that Nathaniel had told him something about the relationship between them. Well, as long as Julio knew that omega already had an alpha...
In a petulant pose, the alpha passed his arm over his omega's shoulder and opened the most shameless smile he could.
— Yeah, I heard things were a little hectic while I was away.
— They are only rumors, do not give so much importance.
It was annoying as Julio did not seem to bother with the alpha hugging Nathaniel. Jake could swear he was interested in his omega, since the two became friends very quickly.
People around were paying attention to the conversation and seemed curious to know more about the rumors. Jake noticed that Júlio did not lower his voice purposely.
What, he wanted to create a scene in front of everyone?
Jake opened a smile being willing to use this opportunity.
— I don't know where they got it that I have a bride.
The smile of Julio became even wider, and a shiver passed through the spine of Jake. Was that son of a bitch enjoying the situation? Jake just said he didn't have a bride, but something bothered him as if he had fallen into some trap.
Crossing his arms, Julio leaned his arms over the wooden bench of the tent.
— I have learned that was your classmate, an omega girl. She has received much attention for being considered the bride of the heir of the Mckenzie.
— My classmate? I locked my course for two years and when I come back already made an omega, that I don't even know, my bride? This seems to me a bad joke.
— You locked the course for two years and made a guy who does not even know as your omega — Julio replied, and then pointed behind his ear — And it seems that has already officiated.
The eyes went to Jake's neck, where Nathaniel's bite was visible. Though his words were wisely spoken, Jake didn't seem bothered by it. Well on the contrary, he smiled even more by showing his neck.
— Yes, I already have my omega.
All the attention went to Nathaniel who watched that conversation with his arms crossed and in silence. People nearby began to whisper and murmur that the omega had bitten the Mckenzie's heir.
— Hahaha, that's good. So I won't keep you here anymore, you should enjoy the party more.
That feeling of having fallen into some kind of trap did not stop bothering Jake. However, he wanted to enjoy the party more and so held Nathaniel's hand and pulled him to continue walking around campus.
This time, Jake didn't hide from anyone that they were together. He continued to hold Nathaniel's hand, and in some moments even hugged his waist.
— It's amazing how possessive you are after arguing with someone — commented Nathaniel while drinking a soda.
Jake pouted supporting his chin on the omega shoulder.
— I kill two birds with one stone. I show everyone that we are together and still enjoy the party with you.
— Well, I don't object to that.
Jake laughed and put a kiss on Nathaniel's neck.
At night a great fire was lit, and the party continued. Now the party had quentão and other alcoholic beverages, besides the elegant mail begin to deliver messages full of flirtations and anonymous. On the other hand, the fun games they had all day were replaced by betting and competitive games.
Jake was surprised by that atmosphere, as if everything had changed from water to wine.
— Wow, it seems like things have changed over these two years.
— Isn't that your people's thing?
— Probably — Jake commented as they walked. More hidden from the fire, behind a building, he saw a certain commotion. — What is that?
Nathaniel looked in the same direction. He couldn't see exactly what was going on, but it seemed to be some kind of confusion. Usually when people crowd like that it's a sign that someone is arguing.
— Hm, something must be going on there.
And Nathaniel was right, something had really happened.
To the surprise of the couple when they approached was to find Guilherme in the middle of that commotion. And by his frown forehead and tight wrists, he seemed extremely angry with someone.
— Stop talking shit. Nath is not that kind of person!
The person with whom he was arguing was none other than Bianca, who was sitting with her arms crossed and a smug smile on her face.
— I'm just telling the truth. That guy is seducing someone who's already engaged.
Jake held the pulse of his omega, who was already about to step forward to protect his brother. The other time it was Nathaniel who dealt with her, and he could not do anything since he had a game to play. However, this time he could handle it on his own.
Getting between the people, Jake stood by Guilherme and hugged his shoulder.
— Yay, brother-in-law, what's wrong?
Guilherme widened his eyes in surprise when Jake seemed so relaxed as he engaged in the discussion.
— This girl is saying nonsense!
Bianca seemed slightly irritated by Jake's presence. She probably expected to deal with the Mantovani on her own, but could not do anything with a Mckenzie. Especially in front of so many people.
Among the people in the crowd, Julio was there with that haughty little smile.
— I didn't say anything wrong.
— Do you still talk about this marriage story? — Jake asked with a more serious tone.
— This was something decided by our families.
— I think the fact that you get attention from my parents must have gone up in your head.
— Even if you don't want to, it's a decision made...
— Hey, do you really think my parents can do something? — Jake smiled so maliciously, that people would hold their breath — After all, I can bear the surname Mckenzie, but I was expelled from the family.
The murmurs grew louder. After all, nobody knew it. Even Julio covered his mouth to drown out the funny laughter. Bianca looked at Jake with surprise, a reaction that was delicious for the alpha.
— What? Don't tell me my mother didn't mention this detail? — Laugh Jake — That for having slept with another guy, they took me from the family. And that is why I was removed from most of the family records.
— This can only be a lie!
— Of course they wouldn't tell, after all they need an heir. — Jake would turn his face around scratching his neck — but I never thought you were desperate enough to get my attention by using rumours that we're engaged.
With that carefree movement of his was enough for everyone to see the bite. He did not even try to hide. Now she was also the target of the rumors that she planted herself.
— You mean she was just trying to get Jake's attention?
— I heard that her family is desperate for political support.
— But he was bitten by the joker. She can't do anything now, can she?
The human's curiosity before a gossip could be more frightening than you imagine. With a few words Jake had already turned the game against the omega, making her look bad in front of everyone.
During the whole week she must have enjoyed the penalty she received because of the rumors, but this mask falls. Bianca clenched her fists and walked determined to Jake and slap his face.
— How dare you humiliate me like that?
Narrowing his eyes, Jake stared at her angrily.
— Do you dare to slap me? — Jake also clenched his fists, it was as if finally the situation as a whole had reached the limit and angered him more than expected.
— Hey, you're not going to hit a girl, are you?
The even more annoying voice emerged from the crowd. Caspian's red hair and pretentious smile were present in the midst of that confusion. And to annoy even more Jake, was to protect Bianca.
Since when did these two know each other?
— What are you doing here? I thought you had other things to worry about.
Caspian immediately understood what Jake was referring to.
— You son of a bitch, it was you.
— Do not forget that you are my target.
— So let's settle the score right now.
Ha! It was a good chance to hit that guy again. But before Jake took a step forward, Nathaniel appeared in front of him taking the mask off his face. His cold face and the scar that looked like a diabolical and weak smile certainly made many people hold their breath. Including Caspian.
— Since you will protect an omega that does not know her place, then I will participate in this joke.
— Ha! What can an omega do against an alpha?
Nathaniel smiled, and that was scary for many people. But for Jake it was enough to get his heart racing. Especially when he heard Nathaniel's answer.
— I will kick the ass of anyone who dares to touch my alpha.