13 Chapter 13

-Day 1 of Akihito's heat-

Asami woke up in an unfamiliar room. He'd reach for the gun beneath his pillow immediately out of habit but soon relaxed when he remembered how he ended up sleeping in an unfamiliar place with poor security.

He was too used to waking up in his room with the sound of Akihito bumbling about in his kitchen. He didn't mention it but his body had gotten used to waking up to the dull sound of Akihito's humming when he cooked them breakfast. The crime lord sighed and got up reluctantly.

After a short shower, he called for the breakfast to be brought up. It was Kirishima's idea to have the hotel handle all the cleaning and food arrangements while Asami stayed with them. The kingpin didn't protest. He knew that if he didn't give in to Kirishima, the man would mother him in a way that would eventually drive Asami up a wall.

After a lonely breakfast, the crime lord began his day.

When Asami Ryuichi wasn't happy with something, Tokyo knew it well. The day started off in a mundane fashion. There were reports to read and meetings to attend. However, things started going downhill at lunch.

Firstly, the limousine chose to break down, making Asami forty minutes late to his lunch appointment and causing him to lose a deal that involved millions of dollars. Next, the weather conspired against him. Asami was working on an important finance document on his computer when the heavy storm outside decided to trip the entire building's power. All the work done for the last two hours had gone down the drain when the computer crashed on him during the power trip.

"What is the use of having backup generators if they cannot switch over immediately?" Asami growled at his building manager.

Needless to say, the poor man humbly turned in his resignation letter. Later in the ay, Kirishima had to stop Asami from sparring with his men in the dojo after the crimelord broke the third opponent's arm. He quickly suggested that the crime lord take some time off. Asami heeded his assistant's advice and took the day off. However, he remembered that he couldn't go back to the penthouse because his mate was in heat.

Agitated, Asami dismissed his men and decided to visit his private shooting range. Suoh found his boss there and grimaced slightly. All the targets were riddled with holes, barely recognisable as paper. Asami had emptied so many magazine rounds that the shells lay piled up on the ground. Yet, the man himself didn't look any less bloodthirsty.

"Asami-sama," he greeted.

Asami took pity and allowed the gun in his hand to fall. He turned to look at his friend of many years with conflict in his eyes. "Suoh, what should I do?"

Suoh didn't answer immediately and waited for Asami to elaborate. He had an inkling that the alpha was highly strung because his mate was in heat and he wasn't allowed there.

"I can't help but want to rush over to him. However, I made a promise to give him his time and space. What can I do to calm the beast in me?"

"Asami-sama... it's only natural for an alpha to feel distressed when he isn't able to help his mate. It is only the first day. According to Takaba-sama his heat should only last about a week, no longer than that. I suggest trying to distract yourself from that, it will be over very quickly."

Asami nodded. "I know. However, I can't help but indulge in the illogical fear that Akihito might forget about me after this. The illogical fear of losing him when he isn't by my side drives me crazy. How long have I known him? A few weeks at most? Yet I can't help but want to entrust my life in his hands. He doesn't know how much his every action affects me. Tell me, what can I do to make him completely mine so that nobody can take him away from me, including himself?"

Suoh didn't want to point out how dark those thoughts have become although it was only expected from the man ruling Tokyo's darkness.

"I don't have an answer to that, Asami-sama. However, I can assure you that Kirishima and I will do everything we can to protect you and Takaba-sama. We can take care of any external threats and will lay our lives down if we have to. Please do not give up on this happiness. Although it hasn't been long, we can tell that he is the only one who can stand as your equal."

Asami smiled. That's right. His omega was the only one who could stand on the same stage as him. Asami may rule Tokyo and maybe even Japan. However, the only one who he'd listen to was Akihito. Anything that the man wanted, Asami would do his best to provide. Fortunately or unfortunately, the photographer hasn't asked for much. He did ask for things that made it difficult for Asami to give but the alpha knew he couldn't deny his mate the freedom he desired.

"I see. In that case, prepare the car and let Kirishima know that I will be at the office. Tell him to bring me my change of clothes. I do not wish to be anywhere else that my mate isn't. I have some things to legalize before his heat ends."

Suoh smiled. "Yes, sir."

-Day 2 of Akihito's heat-

The blond was in hell. Asami's clothes and bedsheets no longer retained the man's smell. He'd done everything he could yesterday and could only curse the crime lord for not allowing him to keep that pair of underwear he wanted.

Akihito moaned once more as he felt the slick running down his thighs. He'd barely any time to sleep and eat yesterday with the rage of his heat demanding for his alpha. Before knowing Asami, Akihito had no problem getting by with artificial insemination and toys. However, after knowing the man with those beautiful golden eyes, the omega wanted nothing more than to be taken by him.

He didn't want to regret his decision to not spend his heat with the alpha this time. It was the only logical thing to do. After all, Asami was everything that Akihito hated in a person. He was cruel, shameless and a tyrant. He'd found out within a few days of living with the man that he was involved in prostitution rings, gambling dens, sweatshops and firearms trading. Although the crime lord didn't permit drugs and human trafficking in his territory, he did things that Akihito still disapproved off. He'd collected evidence of those activities in Asami's home office secretly when he was under house arrest. Although his body was craving the alpha, his mind screamed against it.

"No," thought Akihito. "I won't give in. Not until I find everything there is to find."

With that thought in mind, Akihito succumbed to yet another round of heat.

-Day 3 of Akihito's heat-

Kirishima was worried. Asami hadn't slept properly and had barely touched his food. The crime lord was working himself to death and even with Kirishima's threats and nagging, he didn't yield. The man was determined to get rid of his shadiest dealings. He worked hard the past few days and miraculous results have shown themselves albeit with devastating side effects.

Eye bags were permanently shadowing the crime lord's eyes. His cheeks were sunken and his complexion was ghastly. Still, the man never slowed.

Prostitution rings were registered as hostess clubs. Money laundering was now registered as a financial planning and insurance company. Firearms trading were now legally recognised and approved with some string pulling. Asami owned another subsidiary to make the movement of firearms and owning of warehouses smoother. All his shady businesses were going legal one by one. Kuroda the lawyer worked hard too.

"Is that the last one?"

"Yes. After this, we're all clear."

"Good," Asami smiled. He wanted to legalize his businesses for a while now but hadn't the motivation to do it so quickly. Now that he had a mate, it was dangerous to let his enemies gather evidence about them. The police may be bought by him but there was no shortage of people in the government or media who wanted to put him down. The sudden decision took Kirishima and Kuroda by surprise but they had no complaints other than how he was overworking.

"Once you finish that, let me see the will again. Also, transfer all these assets to Takaba Akihito's name."

Kuroda took the file that Asami passed and his jaw fell. "Don't you think it is necessary to consult this with him? I know the law states that the alpha is able to make any decision on behalf of their omegas once they sign a bonding certificate. Are you sure you don't want to talk this through with him before he signs the bonding certificate?"

The crime lord chuckled. "There's no need. It's not a big deal after all. The lesser he knows, the better."

Kuroda shook his head. "Imagine his surprise when he finds out he could easily make it to Japan's top 200 richest in Forbes after signing the bonding certificate."

Asami smirked. Now that was something he wanted to see.

-Day 4 of Akihito's heat-

The omega groaned. His heat had mostly abated but he wasn't feeling good at all. In fact, he was exhausted and sore. He wanted a bath so badly and the sheets were soiled beyond salvage. Not to mention, he was craving sushi badly but had no energy left to move.

Grudgingly, Akihito slipped into the first deep sleep he had in days, uncaring about the mess. In that sleep, he sensed movements outside his room but couldn't bring himself to check it out.

Outside the room was Asami who'd finally settled all his work-related issues. He heard from Ishida about Akihito's condition. The blond had toughed it out and his heat was nearing an end. The house was in a pretty bad condition without anyone allowed in except for Ishida who would deliver food.

The businessman called for the cleaners to clean the house up while his omega continued to hole himself up in his room. Ishida was slightly worried when the crime lord returned before time. However, his worries were eased when he saw how Asami made no move to enter Akihito's room. The alpha did stop outside his mate's room for a bit but made no attempt to enter. Ishida sighed in relief. He didn't know what he was going to do should Asami decide to suddenly attack his omega. Thankfully, it didn't happen and Ishida thanked the gods above for being merciful.

-The day after Akihito's heat-

The blond omega snapped awake instantly. His alpha was back. He just knew it from the scent. It wasn't stale and faded. Akihito was feeling much better than he did yesterday. However, the mess had become annoying and his stomach protested loudly.

Deciding to take a bath and then get food in that order, Akihito hopped off the bed. He grimaced at the sheets and some of Asami's clothes. They were ruined and Akihito cringed. He hoped that Asami wouldn't mind that he'd destroyed some of his branded clothes during his heat. In fact, Akihito decided to get rid of the evidence as soon as he could. The crime lord was filthy rich and losing a few pairs of underwears and shirts shouldn't be of consequence.

Satisfied with his justification, Akihito hit the showers.

In another room, the crime lord sat up with a headache. This always seemed to happen when he slept for a long time after not sleeping for a few days. He was in a foul mood. Today was the day Kirishima insisted he took time off to spend with his omega.

Akihito's heat was finally over and even though it hasn't been a week, it felt like a year to Asami. If he caught his omega today, he wouldn't be letting him go anytime soon. As cheesy as it sounded, Asami was out of Akihito and craved the touch of his mate badly. The alpha in him was wounded by how his mate didn't allow him to comfort him in times of need. Nothing would pacify it and Asami was at a loss of what to do about his wild instincts.

He decided to get up and prepare breakfast for his mate who should still be asleep. As the crime lord walked past the shower outside, he heard the water running and his heart skipped a beat. It was an unexpected but pleasant surprise.

Feeling the corners of his mouth tug upwards, Asami couldn't help but grin like a fool. Akihito was not getting out of it today. He planned to spoil his omega rotten and act spoiled in return. They were going to spend the entire day in each other's company and Asami will not have it any other way.