House of Alphas Chapter 79: Boiling (Patreon)

Seated within Gojo’s lap you paid as much attention to your alphas as your mind would allow. Toji was to your left, Sukuna was across from you, Nanami was beside him, and Getou was to your right. Your eyes bounced to each one as they spoke, sometimes you even cracked a tiny smile…but you were stuck within your thoughts…trying to formulate some kind of plan.

If you were to get into a fight with one alpha in this club… hotel…place… you might as well get in a fight with all of them. One attack and the others would possibly be up in arms. With a sneaky glance at your surroundings, it was hard to tell how many people were there. Maybe about twenty within the establishment and that wasn’t counting the ones that could be tucked away in rooms.

Can’t forget about the three that were outside the door.

Another problem was deciphering who was alpha, omega, or beta, but you soon realized, that even if you did know it could not truly give you an idea of how many enemies there were.

The betas and omegas could sure enough attack you too, even if you were trying to set them free.

So going balls to the wall and starting a brawl would not be a wise decision.

Sneaking out the omegas was also a pipe dream, there were just too many to slip by unseen.

Then you were brought to a different thought, perhaps you would just save Uraume. But that idea made you ill. It gave you this haunting guilt… ‘How could you pick and choose who you will save and who you won’t?’ It felt disgusting to think that you were only trying to save Uraume because you felt bad your decision led them here. If they weren't here would you even be thinking like this?

The spiraling thoughts all started to give you a headache.

You noticed Toji’s hand reaching to your left, “Give me my girl she’s stressed…” he tried to pull you toward him but Gojo made a noise holding you tight.

“Ah-no-I got her-You okay?” Gojo questioned as he bounced his leg trying to comfort you.

Toji’s thumb rubs your arm gently, his grip still wanting to pull you toward him and into his lap. “If this place is stressing you out we can wait outside for our room?”

You let out a little giggle at their attempt to ease your stress. Waiting out there or in here…both areas were not great. You got monsters and… well more monsters.

“I’m fine… just thinking.”

Getou leaned on the table, clasping his hands under his chin, “About what?”

Nanami was sipping his bottle of Grata, (cup purposefully forgotten) but he stopped drinking to give you his attention.

Your alphas all seemed interested in what had you so deep in thought.

“Well…” You drifted off as the very person you were thinking about came over with stone bowls of soup. One propped on their head while they had two in each hand. You were quite impressed that they were able to migrate around the busy crowd without spilling the food.

They walked with perfection.

“Mushroom soup, our special for the day.” Uraume spoke as they sat each bowl down in front of everyone.

Sukuna made a face as he sat up to pick up his spoon, swirling around the colorful soup of muck.

It did not look appetizing, if anything it looked like radioactive glop.

Getou stirred a pinky in his food to which Uraume spoke up, “There is no poison in the soup I assure you alpha. I made it myself.”

“We will be the judge of that, thank you.” Toji dismissed the beta as he picked up his bowl and sniffed it.

Uraume nodded their head and then disappeared, not at all offended that your alphas didn't believe them.

You didn’t even think about the soup being poisoned but it seemed Getou had something on his pinky to tell him and Toji had super-smelling powers.

Getou looked at his nail and then reached for Sukuna’s bowl but the alpha shook his head scooping it back with his arm.

“You aren’t sticking your grimy ass fingers in my food.”

Getou rolled his eyes, “My ass is cleaner than your fucking hands let me see!”

“I got it.” Toji chuckled, slipping his hand around Sukuna’s arm so he could grab his bowl. He sniffed out everyone's soup.

“You can check my soup buddy.” Gojo pushed his bowl to Getou and the man thanked him while glaring at Sukuna.

“I hope a boogie falls in your soup.”

You let out a choked laugh as Sukuna flipped the alpha off.

Your bowl was then pushed toward you, after Toji checked it out, “You’re good to eat it, sweetheart.”

“Did you check if it was edible too?” You question while picking up your spoon.

Sukuna was already shoveling his food in his mouth right after Toji sat the bowl back down, “It’s not bad.” he murmured while chewing and swallowing. “The omega got some skills at cooking if they were able to make shit edible.”

“Yeah-“ You were about to dig in but then you paused, “-uh you mean beta right?” You corrected Sukuna.

“No little bird.” Nanami shook his head, “That’s an omega. The scent is much sweeter.”

“Oh…okay….” You drawled, letting them believe that you just smelt the omega wrong, but in reality, you couldn’t pinpoint shit in here. You thought Uraume was a beta due to what was said in the game. It had always referred to them as a beta, but perhaps they were in hiding…

‘Hmmmm…’ you internally hummed, light bulb going off within your brain.

That would explain their attachment to Sukuna, the alpha must have saved the omega by appointing them head chef. However, hiding being an omega for so long was impossible, especially around the prime alphas and nose it all Toji.

Sukuna must have helped Uraume keep their identity hidden while they cooked him delicious food.

The perfect exchange.

Food for protection.

You took a tiny sip of the soup, afraid to fully taste it but you were blown away, it actually wasn’t bad.

“Wow.” You smile digging for more. You could only imagine what the omega could do with quality ingredients! You had to internally apologize to Miwa because you hate to say it but Uraume just may be the better chef. “This is really good.”

“Mhm…” Gojo spoke while eating around you, “…well worth the cryst- mmm… never mind.” A glare from your blonde silenced his words.

“Try it Nanami.” you gestured, seeing as the blonde was not eating. He needed his energy!

At your request, your alpha sat the bottle down to take a taste test. He cocked his head to the side, “It’s fine I suppose. Better than expected.”

You flashed him a smile seeing as he was enjoying the food. You only hope the room is beyond expectations too.

Picking up the bowl you began to drink the broth down. “Mmm.” you hum wiping your lips with the back of your hand.

You caught Toji staring at you, spoon in his hand as he seemed to slip into his mind.

“Is something wrong alpha?” You questioned worriedly.

Toji shook his head, “I don't think that was enough food for you. Here have some of mine.” Picking up his spoon he offered you some.

“Uh- alpha you need your food too.” You began as Toji pushed the spoon closer with a stern frown.

“Nah I gotta make sure my girl is well fed.”

You internally laughed again at his constant need to make sure you were okay. Your jitters must be rubbing off on him. His poor daddy nerves.

“This is just his excuse to feed you.” Gojo pointed with his spoon.

“N-no- ahem-it's not…” Toji coughed within his fist.

Hey if it helped him it helped him. What’s a little spoiling going to hurt?

“You can't give me all of your food okay, you need some too.” You chide the alpha with a little smile allowing him to feed you.

“Yes ma'am.” Toji grinned giving you another bite.

“You like that omega or something?” Sukuna questioned out of the blue.

You almost projectile spit the soup across the table.

“Ack-“ You coughed a little while Getou handed you a napkin. “Huh?” You looked at him with a little furrow of your brow and a swift thank you to Getou.

Sukuna gestured with his head, the omega in question was at another table taking orders. “You kept looking at them.”

After Sukuna pointed out the omega the WHOLE TABLE CRACKED THEIR NECKS TO LOOK- GEEZE THANKS SUKUNA-

“Who?” Gojo weaved his head back and forth trying to find who could possibly have his omega’s attention.

“The omega serving us?” Toji questioned while looking over his shoulder.

You duck your head in embarrassment, pulling Toji’s sleeve so he can stop looking! “Geeze guys…Uh…I might…know of them…from the story.” You whisper low. Well, you were going to explain this sooner or later. “In… the story they were appointed head chef but they hid that they were an omega. I just found that out today…actually…”

“Sooo?” Sukuna drawled.

“Ah, I think I understand.” Nanami adjusted his glasses, “…Since you have helped Miwa you indirectly impacted this omega's life and feel guilty for it…is my assumption correct?”

You smacked your lips, impressed with his quick deduction. You didn’t know why he sounded unsure when he hit the nail dead center. “Well… yeah…it’s my fault they are here…they would have been living the good life if it weren’t for my interference…I was trying to think if it were possible to save them but also-”

Before you finished the omega walked by and Getou raised a finger to Uraume, “Scuse me, how much is your price?”

You almost threw up in your mouth-

“10,000 crystals.” Uraume answered without missing a beat as if Getou just asked what the price of something on the menu… but you guess in a way they were on the menu…

“That’s not bad.” Getou looked toward Nanami with a grin. Like this was SWELL fucking news that Uraume would be an easy purchase. It made you disgusted, reminding you of the time when they offered to buy Dove for you… as if she were just a toy off the shelf…

Your throat tightens, and your tongue stings. Almost like the venom you held inside was harming you. And the more your alphas talked the worse it got.

Nanami frowned, “With your expenses, I’m assuming that’s for the evening only…”

Uraume nodded with a forced smile, “Yes…I do not believe Reggie Star would like to give up his head chef and omega.”

“Shame.” Gojo sighed as the omega bowed and went on with their business.

“We could always try to bargain with the owner?” Toji suggested trying to feed you again but you turned away from him.

“I’m not hungry.” Your tone came out chipped, which made you feel even more shitty because you knew your alphas were just trying to help you. They just didn't see how gross the situation was… they didn't understand how wrong all of this was.

“Don't worry we will find a way to save them.” Gojo rubbed your back thinking your sour mood was caused by your need to rescue Uraume. “We will offer as many crystals needed!”

Nanami looked as though he was about to be sick, “If we can afford them…”

Sukuna snorted, “Tch- why didn’t you just tell me to not kill the annoying girl so we could have had a better chef?”

You were honestly trying to keep your mouth shut, your blood was already hot. But after Sukuna said that- oh you were rolling your eyes while throwing your head back. “Oh! really?” You scoff in bewilderment, “You, reeeally thought that would have worked at the time Sukuna?.”

Sukuna growled at you, “Watch your tone.”

“Oh, I'm so so sorrrry alpha.” You shook your head while looking up at him with blinking puppy eyes. Sarcasm and sass were in full swing.

Sukuna’s lip rolled over his canine, and his muscles tensed like he was ready to jump over the table. He was giving you a wild death glare while the table seemed to be tense and quiet.

If you weren't pissed about how they spoke about Uraume and the shitty way this world treated omegas you probably would have noticed the people that were observing you.

But you caught in too late…

“Ahaaahaaa~” That boisterous laugh pierced your ears once again. You looked over to see the woman you saw earlier leaning in her chair.

When the hell did she get closer to your table?

“Such a bratty omega that one is~!” The woman teased with a toothy smile.

You quickly darted your gaze away from her, hanging your head in a submissive attempt.

Sukuna growled at her, “I can handle my own omega. Mind your business.”

The woman let out another chuckle holding up her hands as if she were trying to show she wasn’t of any harm, “Of course! I would expect nothing less… prime alpha.”

The name caught a few other people’s attention…and then it set off a rippling effect.

The occupants sprouted the title off like some find and Nemo seagulls.

“Prime alphas?”

“Prime alphas?”

You noticed Uraume didn’t look the slightest bit surprised, they must have already known who you all were but didn’t make a big deal about it. However, the other omegas perked up with interest.

“The prime alphas?” A short-haired blonde alpha grinned mischievously. You peeked up at him under your hood… his footfalls were heard as he walked toward your table… that's how quiet it got…

You don’t know what it was about the alpha’s smile but it made you feel uneasy. He had a Sangwoo aura about him.

Gojo was the first to talk, waving his hand around, “If you want autographs get in line.” He tried to defuse the situation in his playful fashion but it did not work.

“Autograph? No…I'm sure we are just all so curious...” The woman swung her chair around to sit in it backward, speaking as she gestured with her hand, “What brings all five of the alphas down in this dump? Who are you after this time hm? You’ve already killed my partner…” The last part was said through clenched teeth.

“Honestly-ah~,” Getou yawned, “You must be more specific, we don’t care to remember every slug we kill.”

“It’s like they believe we keep a record.” Gojo chuckled not paying any mind to the threatening tone the other alpha was giving.

“Slug!? Why you-“ The woman got up with snarling teeth but the blonde from before put a hand on her shoulder.

“Settle down Hanyu~.” He patted the woman as she growled but otherwise sat down. The alpha then smiled big, eyes gleaming sadisticly, “Toji~! It’s so great to see you alive and well, how’s the family?”

Toji’s lip twitched before he settled his initial anger.

Even though this man seemed to at first want to defuse the situation it would appear that was not at all the case. Despite the obvious discomfort of the conversation the man kept talking…

“…Sorry sorry~ it’s just been so long since the Zenin have heard from you… we didn't even get an invitation to your welcome party! Perhaps it got lost in the wind.” The man said with a playful sigh.

“Must have.” was Toji’s clipped reply.

“Ah…yes…” The man’s eyes crawled to you in which Toji pulled your hood down, having you hang your head further. You could no longer see anything but Gojo’s claws digging into the wooden table. You realize that the man speaking was a part of Toji’s (secretly) disgraceful family. He must know what they had done to Toji…

That fucking bastard.

The Zenin alpha cooed at Toji. “Shy to share your omega?”

That comment had more meaning to it- the Zenin family was much like your pack. They were a pack of alphas and omegas. So they shared everything...including their Omega.

You already knew that was going to piss Toji off. Especially when the others laughed. The alpha was up with snarling teeth.

“You keep your eyes and paws off my fucking omega!” After Toji your other alphas were up as well, ready to fight. Gojo got up putting you in between him and Toji.

“Woah Woah it was a joke!” The alpha laughed, trying to make it seem as though your alphas were overstepping.

“Ahem!” The bartender from earlier popped up out of nowhere, with a forced closed-eye kind of smile. “Pardon me Alphas, but your room is ready.”

You could smell a scent that was like lavender. The omegas and betas that were working were trying to calm the alphas down.

“Yes, I am rather tired from all this commotion.” Getou walked toward Toji as he pulled on his arm. “Let us rest now.”

“That would be wise.” Nanami downed the last of the wine bottle and walked toward Sukuna who was still in glaring mode.

“Hm.” Sukuna moved but didn't avert his gaze.

Gojo moved you along, your group shifted to follow the beta. Just as you moved you saw a combat boot come out of nowhere. You gasped as you tripped, flying forward, crashing into someone and you fell on the floor. You let out a shriek as something hot splashed upon you.

Then…everything exploded into pure chaos.

There was yelling and confusion thrown around.

Your alphas were upon you as they growled at anyone who came near you, snapping their teeth aggressively and fighting everyone out of the way.

You heard glass shatter and perhaps the sound of bones cracking.

There was so much going on you felt like you were in darkness, but as you got picked up by one of your alphas you saw Uraume who was on the ground, they had soup on them and it was on the floor as well. Quickly they crawled away trying to get away from your alphas’ wrath.

You were panicking, gripping Gojo’s shirt as the ravenous storm thundered on.

*HOOOOONK!*

A loud horn rang loudly making everyone scream and cover their ears.

Once the horn ended someone shouted-

“WHAT IN THE BLASTED LANDS IS GOING ON IN HERE!”

A bright light turned on and the sea of people separated from each other.

You had your alphas crowding around you, their bodies so tight you could only see the person talking through a thin sliver between Toji’s and Sukuna’s massive arms. Your eyes widen when you see the blood that was splattered on them along with their bruised knuckles.

“Hello?!” The fancy-looking man was dressed like a flaunting peacock. No shirt and a large coat with feathers.

Hanyu spits blood onto the floor as she points, “They started it, Reggie!”

Getou barked back, “One of you slugs hurt our omega!”

“Whoever did it is getting their spine ripped out their fucking asses!” Sukuna hissed, already ready to burst into another fistfight.

“It wasn't me!” One of the other alphas snapped, angry they were caught in the crossfire.

“Yeah! I didn't do it!” Another one called.

“Well, who the fuck did it!” Reggie shouted.

As if that was gonna make whoever did it come out…

“Mm-” An omega stepped up with their head down. Their black hair pulled back into a ponytail with multiple sections. She was wearing a long dress that touched the floor. “If…I may Alpha…”

Reggie gestured to them, “Speak Remi.”

The omega looked nervous as she fiddled with her hands in front of her. She then looked up with a glance, and then hung her head back down, “I-I saw them do it.” she pointed without looking back up.

Everyone looked but you couldn't see who she was pointing at.

Reggie gasped, “Uraume!”

What-

“Reggie I-” Uraume began, but Remi kept going.

“I-I saw them bump into each other… the soup had burned the prime omega...”

No-no! They didn't do it on purpose! Someone tripped you!

The others murmured as they nodded.

“Yeah, I think I saw that.”

“Omegas are so fucking clumsy.”

“Or they did it on purpose.”

“Ooo~ jealousy huh?”

The crowd started to laugh but you nor your alphas joined in such comedy.

Uraume hung their head looking defeated. “I'm…'m sorry…”

You've never seen them like this… so broken and so… sad-looking.

The way they were in the game was someone who strived for perfection. They knew nothing else. Head held high and even a sassy little shitter. They were witty, proud, and behaved like they pooped crystals. But they always gave praise when it was warranted…and those...always felt genuine…truly…

They always had a side to them you always wondered about. Even, thought about figuring it out just like everyone else you’ve met.

However, this was not it.

Seeing Uraume like this was like seeing a proud eagle with broken wings. Held captured in a cage.

No this was wrong!

Your heart was beating hard in your chest, you were about to move forward but Nanami gave you two quick squeezes to your hand before he pushed into the middle.

“Is this, the type of service you promote here?”Nanami questioned in anger. “Pouring hot soup on an alpha’s omega? Did you tell them to do this?”

Reggie was shocked by Nanami’s outrage, “No! I would never-”

“We thought this would be a good place to invest in, came by to see the secret place, heard it was nice and discreet…but we got nosey people that don't mind their fucking business and omegas that can’t do one fucking job. Was this not the place I've heard about or do you not want our crystals? Perhaps you are doing just fine with… peasant funds.” With that last part, Nanami crossed his arms and looked toward the Zenin alpha.

That got Reggie seeing money signs, “In-invest in! Ahaha!“

The Zenin alpha came forward, “Excuse me? You would dare speak down to the future head of the Zenin clan!”

Nanami scoffed, “Future? Are you paying your tab with future crystals? How much present, crystals do you have- or better yet how much does your father give you for your monthly allowance pup?”

“You bastard! I will be-”

“If, you become the head.” Toji threw in.

“I will- you- I-ngh- !” The man paused as he looked at everyone…the room looking at him with different pairs of eyes. Some of them avoiding eye contact.

“No-I’m next in line! You hear me?! I’M NEXT IN LIIIINE!”

“Enough! Naoya you are simply embarrassing yourself.” Reggie rolled his eyes as he grabbed Uraume by the arm rather roughly. “Please understand that I am dearly sorry for all the trouble! Larue! Move these fine alphas into our luxury sweet, no extra charge!”

Larue looked confused, “Uh, that room is booked-”

“Do as I say!”

“Right away!”

“Splendid…ah…And as for this omega!” Reggie began, wiggling Uraume around like a rag doll. “I will be sure to punish them-”

“Not necessary. We will deal with them.”

“Yes, my thoughts exactly!” Reggie laughed pushing Uraume onto the ground. He then walked toward Nanami with open arms as they moved together. “Shall I send you up a bottle of grata as well?”

“Make that two.”

“Certainly~.”

Wow… it had been an emotional event but you were thoroughly impressed with the outcome.

Okay, boss Nanami…

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Chef Note: Alright Bunni, I won’t steal your thunder this time. Do you know the reference for Naoya screaming “No, Im next in line!” 🤣?

The whole time I was writing this I was laughing imagining all the alphas laughing and Nanami being like-

Nanami: BROKE PEOPLE SHOULD NEVER LAUGH

~ Kinda sad but funny rant… so like yeah haha ~

You know how people keep saying like… it is what it is or… this is fine? Well, this whole week writing this chapter has been WILD!

Like first I started writing this chapter LAST SUNDAY! I was doing well and I was thinking it would be done by Wednesday... Little did that sunny-eyed bitch would know…

MONDAY HIT: SURPRISE! My boss CALLED me to tell me I was in the schedule -i thought I had it off! They Changed my schedule and didn't even TELL ME AND THEN BLAMED ME FOR NOT SEEING IT! LIKE WHAT?! I take one pic of my schedule and then you gotta let me know if you change it so I can take ANOTHER!

-ahem-

So then TUESDAY: I go to type and in like oh yeah this is gonna be good! So excited wiggling my feet doing little clappys…

WEDNESDAY: HALF OF WHAT I WROTE THE DAY BEFORE GOT DELETED! SO I WAS DEVASTATED! (I couldn't even type after that heart ache XD)

THURSDAY: Gotta get back to it yesterday was sad but you know new day new me who is thy fair lady. Here I go!- ooop! I made a mistake while typing, for whatever reason sometimes when I'm typing and I hit undo it fucks up the paragraph and merges everything together and just does weird shit I don't know….

So I fix it and think im good…

FRIDAY: I go to type and re read what I got to find out it fucked up the ENTIRE CHAPTER. So I lose my writing AGAIN!

Saturday: I write the chapter so itslooking better skies are looking blue…

Sunday: Im finishing up the chapter editing and everything like oh yeah~ THEN MY MOM GETS INTO A HUGE ARGUNENT WITH HER BOYFRIEND AND MY ROOM IS DOWNSTAIRS AND THEY ARE JUST YELLING AT EACH OTHER LIKE- I just started laughing like what is this weird curse this week 🤣. Like they are still arguing while I type this, from 6pm -8pm. Imma just go to bed like I need a new week to start. Fuck it!

Don't worry your chef is fine just a wild week so sorry I wasn't able to reply and post sooner than this. So love you guys, hope you enjoyed the meal and...looks left and right and whispers hopefully this new week will be better.

(The narrator of my life already knowing what the future holds: 👁️👄👁️)