Chapter 2
It was past 11 p.m. on a cold, drizzly November night. Tenmei Oosora stood by a large window, smoking a thin cigarette and gazing at the rain-drenched scenery. Suddenly, a soft knock sounded from the door.
"Executive Director, I've come to report on Tsubaki-sama. May I enter?"
"Come in."
Masahide Tachibana, a secretary with a stern expression behind square silver-rimmed glasses, his face as unreadable as a porcelain doll, entered with a polite bow.
"Today, as well, someone was following Tsubaki-sama again, but the guards took care of it. We ensured Tsubaki-sama remained unaware."
"Hmph, who was it?"
"It was a new part-time worker at the Peace bookstore. He likely acted against the store manager's instructions. Manager Takahashi always ensures the staff are cautioned not to approach Tsubaki-sama. We explained the situation and provided compensation, so there should be no issues."
"Got it. Good work. Time to head home."
"Understood."
Tenmei nervously stubbed out his cigarette, took his coat from Tachibana, and left the room.
Inside the luxurious black sedan, Tenmei gazed out at the glittering city lights, recalling Tougo's tear-streaked, fragile face from their encounter three years ago.
A frail body trembling from a panic attack, Tougo, a delicate Omega, had been a victim of his cousin Meisei Oosora's reckless sexual assault.
His grandfather, the chairman, called him directly and instructed him to rush to the emergency room at Peace University Hospital, handle the situation swiftly, and prevent a media frenzy. The Peace Group dispatched a lawyer, underscoring the urgency of the situation.
Tenmei was relieved that the media and police hadn't caught wind of the incident yet due to his grandfather's quick actions. He entered the emergency room with a self-centered sense of assurance.
But when he saw the beautiful Omega gasping for breath, trembling, and covered in tears, a raw fury erupted from the depths of his heart. He clenched his teeth, trying to suppress it. The doctor reported that Tougo's anus was severely torn and required stitches and medication. The doctor also said that Tougo had experienced a mental panic attack and needed to be hospitalized for observation. Tenmei instructed a doctor who specialized in Omegas to provide psychiatric care and then left the emergency room.
In the hallway, the lawyer, Ono, showed him prepared documents. Tenmei ordered that every demand be met, no matter the cost. Money was no object; he was prepared to do anything. Behind the lawyer, Kaori Hanataka, Meisei's childhood friend, sat sobbing and sniffling. It had been years since they last met, back when they were in kindergarten. Her cute, round, dimpled face instantly told Tenmei it was Kaori. Though she was smaller than average as a child, she had grown to about 167 cm. Her stylish high school girl look included dyed blonde, curled hair, and she wore expensive brand-name rings, shoes, and bags, befitting the daughter of the wealthy Hanataka pharmaceutical company. As a Ultra-Recessive Omega, Kaori stood out.
Peace Private High School had a set uniform but allowed freedom in hairstyles and accessories, emphasizing open-minded education that valued individuality and diversity alongside academics. As a result, many of its graduates were globally influential celebrities.
Tenmei gently probed Kaori about the incident's details. Sobbing and stammering, she began to recount the story.
Rumors had spread even before the entrance ceremony that The Last Remaining Ultra-Dominant Omega, the first in 50 years at Peace Private High School, would enroll with a full scholarship for academic excellence. At the entrance ceremony, Tougo Tsubaki, the top student giving the new student address, captivated the entire school with his extraordinary beauty. Even third-years Meisei and Kaori nodded in awe at his stunning appearance.
After the March entrance ceremony, Tougo Tsubaki, a first-year student in Class 1, became beloved by all for being a humble, bright, and refined Omega who excelled in academics, sports, music, and art.
Even at Peace Private High School, which attracted talented students, an ultra-dominant male Omega was rare—the first in 50 years. As the declining population of trait-bearers became a social issue, Omegas made up only 4% of the 10% of trait-bearers worldwide. Tougo Tsubaki was the only ultra-dominant Omega in existence. To ensure his safety, the Japanese government kept his personal information confidential and strengthened Omega rights laws to protect him.
At the May sports festival, Tougo dominated the races, relays, and dance competitions. In June, he won a national high school art competition. In July, his exquisite piano performance and beautiful singing at the school music festival solidified his legendary status. Many students confessed their feelings to him, but he rejected them all, sparking rumors of a secret partner. Even the student council president, Meisei, was rejected after confessing his feelings.
On July 19, the last day of the first term, Kaori noticed something unusual about Meisei and his friends. After the closing ceremony, Meisei and three others said they had plans and left early. However, their nervous behavior raised Kaori's suspicions. Trusting her instincts, she secretly followed them. When she saw them enter the Royal Kingdom Tower Mansion, about a 15-minute walk from school, she assumed they were going to Uchiyama's house to play video games and almost went home. However, feeling overheated, she rested on a shaded bench in front of the mansion. While listening to music and browsing her phone, she was startled to see Tougo enter the mansion grounds.
A visceral unease gripped her as she followed Tougo with her eyes.
Worried she might not get past security, Kaori approached Tougo and asked to enter with him, claiming she was visiting a sick friend who missed school and wanted to surprise her. Tougo kindly agreed, and since they were both Omegas in the same school uniform, he recognized her face. They chatted as they rode the elevator together. On the way to the 32nd floor, Kaori casually asked why Tougo was there and was shocked by his response.
Tougo said that on Wednesday, the student council president had asked him to help revise lines for an English play scheduled for September, because Tougo was fluent in English, French, German, and Korean. However, Kaori recalled Uchiyama saying the previous day that the script for the English play had already been finalized and that they only needed to memorize their lines. This contradiction alarmed her.
On the 32nd floor, Kaori said goodbye to Fuyushin, who went to Room 3203. She went the opposite way.
Feeling uneasy, Kaori tried calling Uchiyama and Ohtaka, but neither answered. She also called Kondo and Meisei, but they didn't pick up either. Pacing the hallway, she debated what to do before deciding to act. Steeling herself, she went to Room 3203 and pressed the intercom. After a moment, Uchiyama's panicked voice answered, "Kaori? What's up?" She impulsively shouted that she'd brought the police and demanded they open the door.
Frantic voices erupted inside, but no one opened the door. Kaori shouted again, threatening to call her parents, and the door was quickly opened.
Calling Tougo's name as she entered, she was stopped by Uchiyama, Ohtaka, and Kondo, who insisted nothing was wrong and told her to leave. As childhood friends from kindergarten, they had always been close, often talking and playing together. Undeterred, Kaori pushed past them into Uchiyama's room.
There, she found Tougo naked, his mouth taped shut, his hands and feet bound with cloth tape, crying. The horrific scene left Kaori speechless and frozen. By the window, Meisei sat quietly, smoking a cigarette.
Regaining her composure, Kaori suppressed her trembling hands and called Meisei's father, Tenmei's uncle, to report the situation. She untied Tougo's restraints, wrapped him in a blanket, and held him tightly.
"It's okay now. You're safe. I'm sorry I didn't notice sooner."
All she could do was hold the trembling Tougo and gently rub his back. Knowing it was a rape case, she avoided touching his body to preserve evidence.
When paramedics arrived and took Tougo away, Kaori followed out of concern. Meisei, Uchiyama, Ohtaka, and Kondo said nothing, just staring blankly.
Recalling the painful events, Kaori broke into sobs again, and Tenmei gently embraced her.
"You're a smart kid. Thank you for doing so well."
Tenmei was relieved that Kaori's quick judgment had helped preserve the Peace Group's reputation. Given their families' long history, he assumed she called his uncle instead of the police or emergency services. He was genuinely impressed by her kindness and intelligence.
Tenmei called a doctor to check on Kaori and then phoned Tachibana.
"Have you looked into it?"
"Yes, please wait a moment. We're gathering information now. He's quite an exceptional student, so there's a lot to go through."
"Do it quickly."
"Understood."
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"Executive Director, we've arrived," Tachibana said, opening the sedan's door, snapping Tenmei out of his bitter memories of Tougo.
Tenmei slowly stepped out of the sedan, moving his large frame with ease. At 197 cm tall and with a muscular physique honed by exercise, he resembled a superhero straight out of a movie.
"Good work. Good night."
With Tachibana's farewell, Tenmei gave a light wave and stepped into the entrance hall of the mansion, his figure gradually fading from view.
The Peace Group's mansion for VVIPs had a private elevator to Tenmei's 37th-floor penthouse, ensuring no interaction with other residents. The black-and-white, marble-decorated mansion was modern yet exuded luxurious elegance. A dazzling chandelier adorned with golden gemstones hung from the high ceiling.
Tenmei's mansion had seven rooms and three bathrooms, far too large for a single person. Thanks to the housekeeping staff, Abe and Sato, it maintained an immaculate, pristine atmosphere.
Tenmei took a hot shower while picturing Tougo's beautiful face. Suddenly, his body heated up and blood rushed to his dark purple-brown penis, causing it to grow erect. After finishing his shower, he hurriedly called Tachibana.
"Send an Omega, quickly."
"Understood. I'll arrange for an Omega actress from J&J Entertainment immediately. Please understand."
Tonight, driven by instinct, Tenmei planned to take an Omega to bed in place of Tougo. The primal urges of a lustful Alpha were hard to control. Omegas were expensive, but perfect for sex. He paid them more than a typical office worker's annual salary, adding tips if the sex was satisfying. Tenmei was serious about sex. He'd fallen in love several times before, but grew bored quickly, breaking up within three months. Famous models and actresses, all beautiful, felt lacking—artificial beauty from makeup and surgery left him unsatisfied.
Three years ago, he fell in love at first sight when he saw Tougo, a first-year high school student. He was beautiful, refreshing, and pure—like a fairy-tale princess.
Tenmei couldn't forgive Meisei. The doctor found only a small amount of semen in the anus, as well as a significant amount of blood and saliva. This suggests that the assault was interrupted early, which is a small mercy amid misfortune. Meisei confessed to his father that his overwhelming feelings led him to conspire with friends. Shockingly, Meisei was to go first, with the other three planning to follow. Enraged, Tenmei wanted to report it to the police, but his grandfather, uncle, and father persuaded him otherwise. As third-year high school students, Meisei and the others were considered responsible adults.
However, due to their wealthy backgrounds, the four were sent to study abroad in the U.S., effectively closing the case.
Tougo, hospitalized for a month, gradually recovered but firmly refused compensation beyond hospital fees. The Peace Group's chairman personally visited to apologize, but Tougo and his grandmother graciously said it was fine. Tenmei felt they were truly kind people.
With stricter Omega laws, if this incident leaked, even the powerful Peace Group would be helpless. The chairman offered 500 million yen as compensation, but it was politely declined.
Tougo opened up to his therapist, Dr. Suzuki, allowing Tenmei to help through her. He funded Tougo's grandmother's spinal stenosis surgery, claiming it was government aid, arranged a safe apartment in Hoshizora Town, and provided furniture and clothing—all through Dr. Suzuki. Unbeknownst to Tougo, the clothes were all designer brands. His favorite black and brown coats were custom-made Italian and French luxury items.
Dr. Suzuki, who spent 25 years researching at a U.S. trait-bearer hospital before being recruited by Peace University Hospital, passed the items off as her daughter's hand-me-downs. Tenmei enjoyed picking out Tougo's clothes—white, black, gray, beige, and brown tones, sometimes custom-made coats. He wanted to give more, but Tougo refused excess, so Tenmei was cautious.
As an ultra-dominant Omega, Tougo required checkups every three months at a government-designated trait-bearer hospital. However, Tenmei arranged for Dr. Suzuki to oversee these at Peace University Hospital instead, a fact Tougo was unaware of.
Since Tougo's discharge, Tenmei assigned two capable guards to ensure his safety, discreetly handling anyone who approached him within legal bounds, often with explanations or money to keep Tougo safe and unaware.
After the incident, Tougo threw himself into studies, winning national and international intelligence test competitions, his IQ deemed unmeasurable, surpassing even advanced AI. Despite wearing a large mask, his beauty shone through, earning him media praise as a "beautiful genius boy." Government and Peace Group pressure gradually deterred the media.
Tougo later declined to participate in any more competitions, which relieved Tenmei.
As the top student nationwide for all three high school years and university entrance exams, Tougo received a special Peace Group Foundation scholarship covering four years of university tuition, which he happily accepted.
Thinking of Tougo, Tenmei poured whiskey into a glass and downed it, the burning sensation followed by a heavy, smoky aroma.
The phone rang sharply, and Tachibana spoke.
"Executive Director, the Omega has arrived at the mansion."
"Got it."
"I'll take my leave."
Soon, the intercom buzzed. Tenmei unlocked the door remotely.
Footsteps approached, and a slender, alluring Omega in her 20s with long black hair appeared.
Tonight promised to be a long, wild night driven by instinct. Outside, the rain intensified, howling as if scorning the primal, naked encounter between Tenmei and the woman.