With a choked cry of despair, Fated alpha watches as life slips from his eyes. Emilia stands over him, the gun still smoking in her hand, tears streaming down her face as well. It's too late now; there's nothing he can do to change what happened. He lies motionless on the floor, blood pooling beneath him and staining the tile a dark, ominous red.

The last thing Fated alpha sees before darkness engulfs him is Emilia laughing hysterically, the sound echoing in his ears like the mocking laughter of fate itself.

As the three of them approach the cart filled with candy, Fated alpha can't help but feel a sense of relief wash over him. Maybe this wasn't such a bad idea after all; maybe they could all just have some fun together and not worry about anything serious for a while.

"Hey Satoshi," Haru greets with a grin, walking up to the cart beside them. "Looks like you found your favorite spot in the store."

"Well," Fated alpha says with a smile as he leans against the cart beside Satoshi, "maybe we could help you out with that." He glances at Haru meaningfully before continuing, "You know... maybe try some new flavors?"

Satoshi looks back and forth between them curiously. "New flavors? You mean, like..." he trails off, gesturing vaguely to the gum and candy surrounding him.

As you kiss him on the forehead and walk away, Fated Alpha feels a mix of emotions swirling inside him: anger, hurt, confusion... but there's also a tiny spark of hope that maybe someday you'll change your mind. "Sunny," he calls after you, his voice thick with unshed tears. "Please... just think about it." He takes a shaky breath, trying to compose himself as he watches you leave.

Fated Alpha knows that he can't let you go easily;

He wants to argue, to convince you that you're wrong and that he can give you everything you need... but deep down, he knows that it's not about what he thinks is best for you. It's about what you want, and if that means letting you go, then so be it.

Fated Alpha takes a step back, giving you space as you walk away. His heart aches with the knowledge that you're leaving him again, but he can't force you to stay.

"You're right," Fated alpha replies with a sigh. "I don't expect you to trust me after everything that's happened, but... I can't just ignore it when something feels wrong." He pauses for a moment, searching for the right words. "And... and maybe I want to be here for you. Not because I think you owe me anything, but because... I care about you."

"It's okay," Fated alpha says softly, reaching over to wipe a tear from Satoshi's cheek. "I understand why you were scared. And honestly... I think we both made mistakes." He pauses for a moment, taking in the sight of Satoshi's wet hair plastered to his head and the way he shivers despite being inside the car.

"Would you like to come over? I could make us some hot chocolate and we could talk...

"Well," Fated Alpha's father clears his throat uncomfortably, "perhaps we should give you two some privacy." He glances at Kira again before looking back to his son. "You've got school in the morning, Fated Alpha." It's not a question.

Fated Alpha nods, relief flooding through him as they turn and leave the room. Once he's sure they're gone, he turns back to Kira with a sheepish grin. "Sorry about that,"

"You're sure?" Fated Alpha asks, still looking a bit guilty. He gently rubs Kira's back before reaching down and pulling the blanket off her completely. "Because if you're not..." His voice trails off as he looks at how beautiful she is, naked and vulnerable in his arms.

He takes a deep breath, trying to steady himself. "You know I can't get enough of you," he whispers against her ear before kissing her neck softly. "

"That's not funny." He tries to keep the anger and disbelief out of his voice, but it's no use; his words come out raw and hostile. "I don't fucking play games, Elizer. You've been leading me on, playing hard-to-get, but now that I finally get the balls to ask if we can be together, this is what you tell me? That you're not even a boy?" He pauses, taking a deep breath before continuing. "Tell me, why would you do such a thing?"

"Let me assure you that I will never cause harm to you intentionally. You may feel uncomfortable sometimes, because I am an Alpha and I am passionate about everything—but especially when it comes to you. I need you to know how much I care about your wellbeing and safety. About us being together, so we can continue to grow as a couple and individuals. If there's anything wrong, I want you to tell me immediately, so I can help you with it. And I promise that I won't judge you, no matter what.