Namjoon followed after the prince who got tight hold of his hand, quickly covering his face as they passed by nosy nobles and royals that had nothing to do but gossip.
“Isn’t that the prince with the Kim heir?”
“Will the prince finally settle with a Kim? That’s to be expected though I heard the Kim heir is to be mated soon!”
“Scandalous! And in plain sight! Have they possess no shame?!”
“I wouldn’t be surprised if the prince would get pregnant. Ha! A fool.”
Namjoon was sure he was ready to talk some sense into the lord that said it but Seokjin beat him to it- still not letting go of Namjoon.
“I may be an omega but I’m still a prince. One word to my father and your title can be stripped off in an instance you insignificant fool. Learn your place.” Seokjin hissed, glaring at the alpha lord who even quiver. The omega rolled his eyes before dragging Namjoon outside to the garden.
“Your majesty, may I ask as to why you’re causing a commotion?” Namjoon asked as Seokjin sat on a cold stone bench, overlooking the flowers that glistened as the moon shone on its dew. The alpha soon followed right after, sitting beside the omega, flinching a bit at the cold surface. As the cold wind brushed against their clothes and skin, they couldn't help but regret going out without a coat; it is early autumn after all.
“I need to talk to you. About our last conversation in the church ruin.” Seokjin said, once again moving closer instinctly, sniffing the alpha’s sweet scent. The omega is entranced and addicted to the smell of the current season emitting from the alpha. Oh, but surely he isn't infatuated. He's merely admiring this noble and regal alpha before him.
“About absconding? What about it?” Namjoon asked, sniffing the omega’s scent instinctively as well. He couldn't help but breathe in the spring smell and admire it, despite promising himself to Taehyung. How can an alpha not resist the temptation of smelling the sweet scent of a sweet omega that seems to be doing the same thing as him?
“Well, would you consider absconding with me? Travel and explore the world as a mere commoner without a care in the world? Eat soup from vegetables we grew ourselves- wouldn’t that be nice?” Seokjin smiled. “Then we could help the folks for as long as we want!"
“You do realise once we have absconded, we cannot return to our current lifestyles. You wouldn’t get to feed the people as much.” Namjoon pointed out though the offer seemed tempting. Shin-ae has been getting more violent lately and he doesn't want Yoongi to grew up in that household. However, there's Taehyung as well; surely he can't just leave his future Luna behind. But then again, if he were to disappear, Taehyung could be with his love.
“I can do so! We’ll live in woods, grow a garden full of vegetables and not sell it. Instead, we keep it for ourselves and feed half of it to the needy. Wouldn’t that be great? We could also love whomever we want and all in due time!”
“You seemed to have all of this planned out huh?” Namjoon smiled. “However it’s quite a big decision your Highness. Please think hard about it and when you have set your final decision, please give me time think about it as well.”
“Oh of course my lord.” Seokjin's smile faltered as he looked down and played with the cuff of his sleeves. The alpha could hear sadness in Seokjin's tone as the Omega's words wavered.
“Say, why me of all people? Why would you want to abscond with me? I’m an alpha as you can see. If we live under the same roof, when your heat comes I wouldn’t be able to stop myself. Or when my annual rut arrives, a simple lock on the door wouldn’t be able to stop me.”
“I choose you because I believe your mind is stronger than your instinct. I believe you wouldn’t take advantage of me even if I beg so much.” Seokjin and Namjoon both flushed but the omega boldly held the alphas hands together. “You’re the most greatest alpha I’ve ever seen Lord Kim. Third to my father and Jungkook of course. I need you to protect me from the dangers of the commoner life.”
Namjoon’s mouth opened and his eyes widened in surprise before smiling warmly at Seokjin. “I’ll do my best in doing so your Highness. Say are we…”
“Are we what?” Seokjin asked, an eyebrow raised and ears tinted red. Perhaps the alpha wanted to be mates? Seokjin would agree insta- that's absurd!
“Are we friends?” Namjoon asked, rubbing his nape and eschewing his eyes to another direction. Just how adorable can an alpha get, Seokjin thought.
Seokjin’s face went blank before laughing out loud, which quite hurt Namjoon’s feelings- making him unconsciously release a sad pheromones; bitter to the nose of any wolf.
Seokjin calmed down and noticed the crestfallen expression on the alpha, lips pouting and eyes glassy- looking like a kicked pup which just attacked the Omega's heart. Seriously, how can one be so manly and handsome then look so adorable?! The duality is quite infuriating as it keeps on tugging the Omega's heartstrings.
“Oh my- how can an alpha like you be this adorable and soft?” Seokjin cooed as he gave the alpha a side hug. “You’re quite a silly alpha aren’t you? Of course we’re friends! I’m right here ready to embark in a life-changing journey with you and yet you’re asking if we’re friends?” The omega giggled softly as rubbed his face against the alpha’s out of habit which he does with Jungkook when the bunny prince just looks too adorable to exist sometimes. Seokjin didn’t notice that he was releasing adoring pheromones and smothering his scent all over the now very flushed alpha.
“Um my Prince?”
“It’s Seokjin. Please call me Seokjin.” The prince smiled, breaking their embrace.
“Then it’s Namjoon. Please call me Namjoon, Seokjin.” The alpha smiled.
The music from the ball could be heard in the garden, it was faint but still audible. It was an upbeat tune and produced by violins and cellos mostly.
“Brandenburg Concerto No.5 in D Major Allegro by BACH. I love that song.” Namjoon muttered before humming to the tune.
“How about we ask questions or say facts about each other while we dance? I’m sure it’ll be quite fun!” Seokjin said, making Namjoon stand up before twirling to the middle of the garden.
Namjoon chuckled and watched as Seokjin made an arabesque before spinning towards the alpha.
“First fact, I don’t know how to dance.”
Seokjin chuckled and held the alpha's hands, pulling him along as they dance.
“Well, first fact about me, I really don’t know how to dance but I let the music take over me and let it move my body.” Seokjin said as he leaned his back unto Namjoon’s chest. The alpha placed his hands on Seokjin’s waist and lifted the omega high, spinning him before carefully placing the prince on the ground.
“That’s a great fact to hear. What’s your hobby your Highness?” Namjoon asked as he followed after Seokjin who’s doing a pirouette before performing a penché unto Namjoon.
“I guess singing? I mean cooking is already a given fact. And I guess dancing as well?” Seokjin giggled as he got lifted once again. Once he got set on the floor, he made a grande jeté. Namjoon followed with a Tour en l’air. “How about you Namjoon?”
“I study as a hobby and a profession. But I do compose music and write scriptures.” Namjoon said as he offered a hand to Seokjin which the latter gleefully took. The music had changed to smooth jazz. The omega felt drawn to the alpha and leaned on the latter’s chest. The moment just felt so right and magical.
Their two hand’s locked with each other and bodies close, foreheads against one another. Their scent mixed and created a sweet smell of autumn and spring in a clash. The two swayed to the smooth music. Drunk in the music and the feeling of having someone with appealing scent close to you.
“I feel quite sleepy.” Seokjin yawned as he rested his head on the alpha’s shoulder, closing his eyes as he inhaled more of the alpha's scent.
“Same aswell. Perhaps we should discuss about our plans for absconding tomorrow?” Namjoon suggested, slowly parting from Seokjin’s arms.
“I guess so.” The omega begrudgingly agreed and even let out a small whine.
And with that, they parted ways. The alpha to the carriages and the omega back to the ball.
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“If absconding is my alpha’s wish then I must keep quiet and let him be. I’ll finally serve my purpose as a mate if I’ll be of use to my alpha.” Taehyung cried as he followed after Namjoon in the shadows.