How To Tame An Omega- yoonmin

12- how to be a better friend

Situated across from each other on medium sized, dark blue bean bag chairs is Jeongguk and Jimin. The older one out of the two was playing with the loose strings on his jacket sleeve while he waited for Jeongguk to speak.

Being in the Blue Room isn't so bad. Jimin's never been here, mostly because he doesn't like the thought of being around other people, let alone emotional omegas. He can't stand the multiple scents and pheromones. (As if he isn't an emotional omega himself.) The room wasn't blue, contrary to its name. It was painted a pastel yellow, with dark blue accents similar to the color of the bean bag chairs they were sitting on.

A few desks were lined up classroom style, occupied by a small group of seniors who were using their free time to study. In a corner, there was a vending machine for snacks and drinks and beside it was a resource wall for omegas. A few articles about heats, heat suppressants, ruts, and pregnancy. There was a weaved basket full of period products with a sign that says "take what you need." Jimin also spotted a free condom dispenser, not like he'd make use of it anytime soon anyway.

Besides themselves and the students, there are two teachers sitting at a bigger desk eating lunch while chatting quietly. There's light violin music playing from somewhere, probably the students, and Jimin realizes that he can't pick up on anyone's scent besides Jeongguk's. There must be an air purifier that neutralizes scents.

"So, um...I-I asked Taehyung to go to the festival with me." Jeongguk mumbles hesitantly. Jimin looks up from his sleeve to see the boy staring down at his lap.

He waits, giving Jeongguk more time to put his thoughts into words. And it seems like the boy appreciates that. He didn't want him to feel forced. Jimin feels bad, though. Mostly because he knew that Hoseok and Taehyung had planned to go to the festival together yet he still allowed Jeongguk to shoot his shot. To be fair, Jimin is pretty sure Hoseok and Taehyung aren't dating, so technically Jeongguk still has a chance.

The unpresented boy sighs tiredly. "Tae said that he's already going with Hobi hyung. I didn't know that they liked each other."

"Are you upset because you wanted to go with Taehyung or are you upset because they might like each other?" Jimin asks quietly.

Jeongguk shrugs weakly. "Both. Hobi hyung is so attractive and cool...I-I know I could never compete with him. Plus, Taehyung is an alpha and hyung is an omega. They're perfect for each other."

"You're cool and attractive too, Jeongguk." Jimin says, noticing how Jeongguk seems to shrink into himself. His voice became shaky too, signaling that he might cry soon.

"But I'm not him..." his voice finally cracks.

Jimin is lost. He doesn't know how to comfort people, especially in situations like these. Jeongguk is clearly heartbroken and Jimin has not a clue about how to make him feel better. He watches helplessly as the boy begins sniffling while keeping his head down.

He doesn't really understand how such a small thing such as his crush hanging out with his friend at a carnival can make him so sad. They're not even dating. Maybe Jeongguk is just being overdramatic or maybe Jimin just can't emphasize with him because he's never been in a position like that.

"You don't have to be Hoseok in order for Taehyung to like you. I'm sure he already does. And it's because you're you. Not Hoseok or anyone else."

Jeongguk glances up at him. His eyes are damp and puffy and his cheeks have a red tint. He sniffs and wipes at his eyes. "I-I just want him to like me back. I've liked him for years now."

"He's a fucking idiot if he didn't already notice, then."

Jeongguk laughs a bit at that, nodding his head. Taehyung is a bit oblivious when it comes to his advances.