HIS ROGUE MATE | 𝗧𝗮𝗲𝗸𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗳𝗳

XI

He gently shook Lycus, trying to wake him up without disturbing him too much. The wolf grumbled and nuzzled closer to Tae before finally opening his eyes.

"We need to go, It's getting late," Tae said softly, trying to avoid any further confrontation.

"I'm sorry, Tae. I didn't mean to hurt you. I was just surprised by the bond between us and I didn't know how to react, "Lycus said softly. He looked up at Tae, his eyes full of sadness and regret.

Tae's heart ached at the sight of Lycus' vulnerable expression. He knew how hard it was to open up and be honest, especially for a wolf-like Lycus who seemed to have a tough exterior.

Tae just hummed and started to get up from the place while Lycus stood on his paws wagging his tail.

Tae started to walk while Lycus followed him. The walk was silent but comfortable.

Together, they made their way through the woods, Lycus guiding Tae through the unfamiliar territory. The journey was long and tiring, but Tae couldn't help but feel a sense of comfort and safety with Lycus by his side.

On their way, Tae couldn't help but compare the two of them in his life. Jungkook had always been arrogant and cruel, treating Tae like a mere possession rather than a true mate. But Lycus was different. He was kind and he was sorry for his behavior, unlike Jungkook.

It was a few steps away from the omegas Den when Tae halted in his steps. Lycus looked at him in confusion.

"Why did you stop?" Lycus asked while Tae sighed and turned to him.

"You can go now since we are already near the omega's den. I know Alpha doesn't like to spread the rumor that you accept a Rogue as your mate." Tae said sadly. He knows that his words may hurt Lycus but he doesn't have any other way.

All this time, Tae couldn't help but feel a sense of unease. Despite Lycus' kind words and actions, Tae couldn't shake off the memories of the pain, he had experienced with Jungkook.

He knew that he should trust Lycus, that he was nothing like Jungkook who had broken his heart. But Tae couldn't help but worry that he would end up getting hurt again, that the love and bond between him and Lycus were fragile and could be broken at any moment.

"Tae...hmm...Will come to the lakeside tomorrow evening?" Lycus asked sadly. He understood what Tae feels right now and he is ready to give some space to Tae.

"Thanks for accompanying me," Tae said and went from there to omega's Den without replying to Lycus.

It does hurt Lycus when Tae didn't reply to him but he hopes that Tae will come to the lakeside.

Lycus waited there until Tae got inside the omega's Den. As soon as Tae disappeared from his sight, Lycus run towards the packhouse.

At omega's Den

"Where were you all this Time?" Ava questioned as soon as Tae entered. Tae gulped looking at her serious face.

"I..I..went to l..lakeside," Tae said nervously.

"Who permitted you to go to the lakeside, huh? Didn't I order you to complete the work?" Ava questioned.

"I got off here after I completed my work," Tae replied even though he stuttered a little.

"Don't ever Go out of here without my permission and If I got to know it..then you face the consequences," Ava warned.

"Wash the dishes in the kitchen and go to bed without having supper," Ava commanded and went to her room without waiting to hear Tae.