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CHAPTER 5

ZEKE

Tonight's game goes well. The kids I coach at the Rec Center are a handful, but I can't think of anything else I'd rather due on Thursday nights. They keep me young, while also feeding my need to one day have kids of my own. Until I can convince Rylan I'm the right Alpha for him, I have to be patient.

Since I practiced with the kids before the game, I decide to take a shower. It's not that I smell horrible, but a full day of work and hours of game play have me wanting to start fresh, even if only to go home to go to bed.

When I exit the locker room area with my bag over my shoulder, I'm brought to a halt at the group waiting for me. Normally it's dad, Oz, and Johnathan hanging around. Tonight, they've added Rylan to the mix, and I'm not sure how I'm going to deal.

Having him available to me at work is one thing, but him being in my personal life when I can't claim him yet... well, it sucks. Big time.

"Hey there! This is an interesting surprise," I say with a forced smile.

Johnathan steps forward to hug me. "Great work tonight, Uncle Z!"

"Thanks, kiddo. Means a lot coming from a former player." One of the reasons I got into this in the first place was to help watch Johnathon for Oz during the week. I couldn't stand us sitting in front of the tv on my nights so we would usually end up here at the center. The minute we discovered the basketball leagues, both Johnathan and I were hooked. We've been coming ever since, even though he is long ago stopped playing.

"Back up Johnathan. Let's let Zeke tell everyone hello," Oz calls out.

I chuckle as I approach the rest of the group. My nerves are at an all-time high, but I try to hide it with a grin. "Hey everyone," I tease with a wink at Johnathan.

"Proud of you, son." Dad claps a hand on my shoulder before pulling me into a quick hug.

From there I'm only left with Rylan. My newest employee waves with a shy sort of smile.

"Hi, Zeke. Um, I don't know much about basketball, but the kids appeared to have fun, so that's good." He rushes to speak, which makes me chuckle. Not at him, of course. It's more that I'm amused by how cute he's being.

"Thanks. I appreciate everyone coming. I didn't know you'd be here tonight," I admit.

He shrugs. "I was invited by Ezra. He had to leave partway through the game though."

"Ah, ok. That makes total sense then. Got to love Ezra's meddling."

Rylan looks puzzled, though he doesn't say anything. I move closer to the group so I can take over care of dad and let the others go home.

I halt when I hear a sharp intake of breath. My gaze turns to Rylan, who is now staring at me with wide eyes.

"Alpha," he whispers reverently.

The beast within me slams forward. "Omega."

"Um, maybe Papa Medina should stay with us tonight. What do you say, Johnathan? Sleepover with Mikey?"

I don't hear the response given, nor do I move when Oz approaches me to whisper that he'll take Dad home with him. Nothing else matters outside of Rylan and the desire building in his gaze.

"How? How did I not know before? How is this possible?" He rushes question after question out, like he's desperate to reason away our feelings.

Moving closer into his space, I stand close enough for all doubt to leave him. His pupils dilate as his jaw drops slightly. That's it, little Omega. Scent me.

"I don't know how or why any of this happened. The scent blockers at the factory mask all the Alpha scents around you and heighten the Omegas. It's why you could never tell. I just took a shower, so I’m back to my normal smell now."

"Which is why I noticed it," he finishes for me.

I nod. "Exactly. I've known since that first handshake who you were?"

He tilts his head in a subconscious show of submission. "But I'd given you my name already. What do you mean?"

I'm unable to resist crowding him further. The noise arounds us becomes a muted hum as all my focus goes to him.

"I meant I've known you were mine since then."

The sigh he gives me completes something deep in my soul. It's like the truth settles over him, granting me the peace I've been searching for since the moment he came into my life.

"Can I take you home with me? We don't have to do anything if you're not ready." I make sure he sees the honesty of my words. He need not worry that I'll take advantage of him.

"And what if I am ready?"

I don't answer him. Instead, I take his hand and lead him out to my car. There's no time for words. Not when he's just given me the green light to take this further.

* * *

By the time we pull up to my father's house, I'm on edge in a way I've never felt. My body is hot all over and I want nothing more than to yank Rylan into my lap so I can steal his mouth in hot kisses while our bodies rub together.

While the former is a great idea, I have better plans. Ones that aren't dependent on the small amount of space a car gives us.

"Come with me, Omega," I tell him, my voice thick with lust.

He nods as he climbs from the car to follow me inside. I get us through the front door and to my bedroom in seconds. Once we're tucked away in the private space, I turn to face him.

Much like me, his breathing is rapid and his expression curious. He looks like he's ready for anything I'm ready to give.

Thank fuck.

Not wanting to waste any more time, I step forward and wrap my arms around him. He melts in my hold, then looks up at me with the most open expression yet. He's giving me the submission I'd hoped for. He's asking me to lead us without words and I'm more than happy to take charge.

My lips come down on his in a heated kiss. I start slow to gauge how he feels about the connection. Things go well up until the moment he nibbles at my bottom lip. I groan, which causes him to pull back.

"Sorry," he squeaks.

I tug him even closer. "Don't be sorry. Your kisses are addictive, and I like the idea of you playing with me. I want more though. Will you give me that, my Omega?"

He nods quickly as his hands trail over my chest. "Yes, Alpha. Every bit of me is yours to take. You don't have to ask."

His words break the last of my resistance. I take his mouth in a passionate kiss, tangling my tongue with his as I push him towards the bed. I need him horizontal. Now.

We ease onto the bed together, our lips only breaking long enough for me to make sure he lands safely. Our bodies rub together, fanning the flames of my desire and making the most delectable noises come from my Omega's lips when he pulls back for air.

"Tell me what you want, Rylan. Use your words."

He's already told me I could have every bit of him, but that's not enough. I want to hear him say it. I need to know he's craving the way our bodies will align as much as I am.

For a moment I worry he won't. He goes still under me, his body tight with tension.

"Please... fuck me, Alpha. I need you inside of me," he whimpers.

"Yes. That's it, my Omega. Now I can give you what you need." His body loses some of the tension it held as I reach back to take my shirt off. I have to step off the bed to take my pants, which gives Rylan the chance to strip his own clothes.

I've never seen him move so fast. The man I've seen in around the office is always relaxed and steady.

Not this Rylan. No, he's all speed and passion. There's even a wild look to his eyes, as if he's crazed for me like I am him.

By the time I'm fully naked, he's only just reaching to pull his underwear free. I grip the edges, tugging quickly to reveal his beautiful cock. He's not massive in size, but there's enough there to fill my fist up. I take the initiative of seeing him bare and wrap my hand around him. Each stroke I give shows me more and more of his wild side.

His hands search for purchase on the sheets as his eyes roll back in his head. "Yes! Yes, yes, yes... oh please!"

I pull back before he can come, since I don't want this to be over too quickly. He whines as he gives me a death glare of sorts.

"I can't have you coming before I'm inside of you, Omega. I won't risk it." He nods his agreement, even as his body writhes restlessly beneath me.

Slick pours from him, giving me plenty of lube as I push two fingers inside him. His wanton moan has my dick throbbing. He doesn't complain or seem to be in pain after a few strokes in and out, so I add a third finger. This time I catch the slight wince he gives before he settles back into a comfortable haze.

Once I know he's ready enough and he's on the edge of coming, I pull my fingers free. "No!" he shouts, his arm reaching forward to stop me. "Please!"

"I'm going to give you something better than my fingers. Trust me to take care of you, Omega."

He nods as he settles back in the bed, but I can see the apprehension in his gaze. He's worn out from all of this and he's more desperate for a release than anything.

I line my cock at his entrance, then slowly push forward. His body tightens around me, almost like it can't decide between drawing me in or pushing me away.

"Relax, Rylan. This will feel right once I'm all the way inside." I keep my eyes locked on his, hopeful that it will relieve some of his anxiousness.

Inch by inch, I work my way into my Omega. It's everything I've ever wanted and more. My body is alive with need, and the person who appeases it has given me all of himself. The connection couldn't be more perfect.

"You feel amazing," Rylan whispers, awe filling his tone.

"As do you. I'm going to make it even better. Hold tight. Your Alpha needs to place his claim."

With that, I pull back and thrust into his warm, tight hole. He's mine. All mine.