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BEFORE YOU READ

This story addresses the mistreatment of hybrids and the cruelty of humans towards them. This story describes situations that may be sensitive to some readers, such as mistreatment, violence, different forms of abuse, and mature content.

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BASIC INFORMATION TO UNDERSTAND THIS FIC:

This story takes place in a universe where hybrids exist. However, there are some things that need to be explained for this particular story:

1. Hybrids are considered pets and/or property.
2. They are kept in certified facilities (something similar to a shelter) and can be adopted as pets/property.
3. Hybrids are trained and nurtured to be submissive.
4. It is legal to punish a hybrid during their training in a certified facility.
5. Some hybrids can be considered humans, (Human-Hybrid Designation Act). Only hybrids designated as humans have human rights. 
6. Hybrids are trained to cater to human necessities. Sex is the main necessity.
7. It is completely legal to adopt a hybrid for sexual purposes.
8. There are certain qualifications a human must fulfill to be allowed to adopt a hybrid.
9. People with violent or criminal records cannot adopt hybrids.
10. People with kids from 0 to 18 years old cannot adopt hybrids. Because hybrids are considered sexual pets/property and they have a high sexual libido, they are not allowed near underage humans.
11. Hybrids that are born from a human and a hybrid, have to be registered in the National Database for Hybrids. If they don’t qualify as humans, the human parent can claim custody.

Human-Hybrid Designation Act.

Human: an individual with a 100% human genome. It is considered a capable individual that can decide and take care of themselves.

Hybrid: an individual with some percentage of the human genome but the majority of it is animal. They are not considered legal individuals and need to be under the care and protection of a human.

Criteria to decide if a hybrid qualifies as human:

1. Percentage; a hybrid can be considered human if its genome is at least 90% human. If the percentage is lower than that, they are considered hybrids. 
2. Independence; a hybrid that does not require assistance in adult tasks. Such as problem-solving, critical thinking, communication skills, decision-making, creative thinking, interpersonal relationship skills, self-awareness, empathy, and coping with stress skills.
3. Submission: a hybrid that is fully aware of its own self and will not submit to a master or an owner by any means.

Any hybrid can apply to the Human-Hybrid Designation Act at any moment in their life. For underage hybrids, their facilities are in charge to apply on the behalf of the hybrid.

CHARACTERS:

Kim Seokjin, Jung Hoseok, Kim Namjoon, Park Jimin, Kim Taehyung, and Jeon Jungkook have been in a polyamorous relationship for three years and a half.  They are successful in their jobs and live in a penthouse in one of the exclusive parts of Seoul.  Because of their extenuating schedules, they rarely have time to be together, they have been thinking to get a hybrid as an emotional companion. 

Kim Seokjin

Human
Age: 29 (eldest boyfriend)
Job: Head Chef at “Ossu Seiromushi”, one of the top Korean restaurants in Seoul. 
Scent: black oak & lavender

Jung Hoseok

Human
Age: 27
Job: Co-founder and main choreographer of “Seoul Global Cultural Centre” along with Jimin.
Scent: Sandalwood & jasmine

Kim Namjoon

Human
Age: 27
Job: Owner and founder of the biggest publishing house in the country, “Rkive Editorial”. 
Scent: pinewood 

Park Jimin 

Human
Age: 26
Job: Co-founder and main choreographer of “Seoul Global Cultural Centre” along with Hobi.
Scent: lavender & champaca

Kim Taehyung

Human
Age:26
Job: Freelance photographer known as “Vante”
Scent: black licorice & vanilla 

Jeon Jungkook

Human
Age: 24 (youngest boyfriend)
Job: Video games developer. He is planning to create his own company under the name G.M.F.
Scent: cedarwood

Yoongi

Panther hybrid ｜ Human (under the Human-Hybrid Designation Act) 
Age: 28
Job: NA
Scent: amber & tangerines
Ranking (according to other hybrids): alpha 

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MORE INFO ABOUT HYBRIDS:

Genome: The majority of their genome is animal.

Cognitive and logical abilities: They have full cognitive abilities, however, they are trained and nurtured to be extremely submissive. (Humans prefer hybrids with slight childish behavior)

Transformation: Only domestic breeds can transform into their animal counterparts.

The fundamental purpose of a hybrid: The majority of hybrids have been raised to cater to human necessities. The main necessity is sex.

•they are trained to only experience pain and pleasure. (They are not expected to have any other sentiments or feelings and if they do, they are severely punished)

•they are not allowed to disobey their owners

•they will do everything necessary to please their owners, even if it is hurtful or dangerous

•total submission

Natural hierarchy or Second Classification. (Like any other animal in the wilderness, there is a natural order and hierarchy among hybrids, this determines the dynamic of the pack):  This trait is presented when the hybrid reaches puberty. There are three sub rankings:

•alphas: the leaders of the pack and guardians.

•betas: caretakers and second in command.

•omegas: the ones able to have offspring and emotional comforters.

Age:  Hybrids have a similar physical development as a human. When they reach puberty the natural hierarchy is shown (alpha=ruts, Betas=semi-rut (less intense and shorter), and omegas=heats) They are considered fully matured when they turn 17, however they are trained to keep a younger and more submissive headspace.

Chapter Text

Nobody knows with certainty when and where hybrids were first created. It was a more than century ago, somebody had a lot of time on their hands and decided to play with genetics, the result: hybrids.

In the beginning, hybrids were considered wild animals, they could be hunted and displayed as trophies, but as time went on, the perception changed, they started to be considered animals that could be domesticated or simply pets. But that was not enough, the offsprings of hybrids and humans could not be classified as animals, because they were created by a human too. That left the question, Are hybrids human or animals?

The government got into a huge debate, 'Can hybrids be considered humans? are they fully animals? do they deserve rights?, How much human there is in a hybrid?'. For many years, different specialists shared their opinions and offered possible solutions, until they managed to reach an agreement; that is how the "Human-Hybrid Designation Act" was created. This Act establishes the criteria to determine if a hybrid can be considered human or not.

If a hybrid fulfills all the criteria, the government has to recognize said hybrid as human, granting all human rights to that individual. They are recognized as adults when they become 18 and are free to do as they please. 

Hybrids that do not fulfill the criteria keep the hybrid classification and are registered in the National Database for Hybrids; the government has a close eye on the registered hybrids.

Out of all the hybrids out there, only 8% are classified as humans under the Human-Hybrid Designation Act.

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Every day is the same routine, there is a wake-up call for all the hybrids, they are separated into two dorms, one for females and one for males. They are served breakfast in a huge dining room, and after that is training time. Because hybrids are trained to be sexual companions the training is centered around that specific necessity. Those hybrids in heat and/or rut are separated from the general population and kept away; the caretakers choose some hybrids of the same species to help them with their physiological needs. Enclosure time starts at 2 o'clock, during this time all hybrids are sent to an open space with a tick glass that allows humans to observe the hybrids interacting with each other. Enclosure time ends at 5 in the afternoon, there are some other training classes (for other necessities), depending on the age and breed of the hybrid. At 8:30 dinner is served, and depending on their ages they are allowed some free time. By 11 all hybrids are tucked in bed.

Yoongi hated the enclosure time. He was forced to stay behind that stupid glass with the rest of the hybrids. He didn't hate the hybrids, they are cute, but he hates being treated like an animal. Every day he is forced to spend 3 hours in the enclosure. It is basically an observation room, it is wide and open, it has a lot of trees, a concourse full of grass, and an artificial pond half is roofed and the other half is open, allowing some hybrids to sunbathe. Yoongi hates it because he feels like an animal at the zoo, he is not an animal, thank you very much.

He sits in his usual spot, a small patch of grass under a fully grown Neem tree, it is his favorite, it provides him with a fresh shadow during the awful three hours of the enclosure. He likes to read during those three hours. He is left to his own devices, the rest of the hybrids know that they should not bother him unless they want to be attacked. Even with all the noise and the constant screaming of hybrids, he allows himself to get lost in his reading, forgetting that there are humans on the other side of the glass, watching them closely.

"As you can see, all the hybrids are healthy and young, What type of hybrid were you looking for?" The caretaker asks the young lad, "Well, my boyfriends and I were thinking of a dog or maybe a cat, I am not sure which one is better" he declares. "Truth is, it depends on the owners' preference, some people prefer dogs over cats and vice versa. What do you and your boyfriends prefer?" , "We like both actually". The caretakers give a sympathetic look at the young man. "How about this? I will give you some time so you can watch the hybrids and if any of them caught your eye, I can take you to a meeting room. Don't worry about a thing, all of our hybrids are trained to follow human commands" and with that, the caretakers leave the man on his own.

He gets near to the glass, he can see all the different types of hybrids, the majority are cats and dogs, and he can see some bunnies and some sort of squirrel or hamster. To be honest, he wasn't completely sure if he wanted a hybrid. He and his boyfriends have been together for 3 years and a half, he loves them dearly and for the last couple of months the topic of hybrids has been a constant in their home. They have really good-paying jobs but they are also really stressed, the idea to adopt a hybrid was mainly to fulfill the necessity of having someone fluffy and cuddly at any given moment; the sex part was a bonus.

He is losing hope, he is not sure if a hybrid is really what he wants, but he keeps looking for the sake of his boyfriends; after 20 more minutes, he decides to leave. He suddenly stopped. Something draws his attention back to the glass. At the far end of the enclosure, there are several trees, but a small figure caught his eye. His ears are completely black and slightly round, and a slim black tail rests on his thigh, but that is not the reason he is looking at him; in his hands, the hybrid is holding a book and the boy is incredulous, apparently, the hybrid is enjoying his reading. He gets closer to the glass and squints his eyes a little, he recognizes the book; Holy fuck! it's Joseph Conrad. He is not surprised because the hybrid is reading, he is surprised because first, he is reading a personal favorite, second, he is the only one reading, and the rest of the hybrids are enjoying themselves in the sun, the grass, and the pond, but there he is reading such a masterpiece without a care in the world.

He is intrigued, he knows that hybrids can be as intelligent as humans, but the fact that a hybrid is reading Heart of Darkness under a tree at 4 p.m. is a complete shock. He moves his eyes to the back, he wants to talk with him, no, he needs to talk to him.

Getting the attention of one of the caretakers he points to the boy under the tree, "I want to meet him", he said, "Which one?" The employee asks, just because he wants to be sure he is talking about Yoongi, "The boy that is reading, I want to talk to him" the man reiterates, "Ah, well, the thing is....", the caretakers starts "Oh, sorry, is he already set for adoption?" He interrupts the employee, "No, not at all but, are you sure you want to meet him?" He asks again, "yes please", seeing the enthusiasm of the male, he simply nods and redirects him to another part of the building.

It is almost 5, and Yoongi can finally go back to his room and finish the small painting he started the day before. He is so immersed in his book that he barely notices one of the caregivers coming his way. It is weird, they never take him in before the enclosure time is over, maybe is his lucky day. "Hey Yoongi, why don't you come with me?" the staff guy says, "sure, where are we going?" He asks, "there is a young man that wants to meet you", "What?! Someone wants to meet me? Are you for real?" His anger grows, probably some dumb human saw him, and though he is like the rest of the hybrids and now he wants to meet him to see if they are sexually compatible, That is just great!. Knowing that he has to follow the rules, he drags his feet to one of the meeting rooms.

The meeting rooms also known as greetings rooms are basically hotel suites, where humans can simply have a small taste of a hybrid that got their interest. It is completely legal to do that, and Yoongi hates it with his entire self. He is not something that can be used and tasted. His growing anger keeps bubbling inside of him. They walk through the hallway where several rooms are located. They reach room number 9, the caretaker knocks and waits for an answer, a soft "come in" is heard and the door is open. The caregiver moves to the side, allowing Yoongi in. After the panther hybrid enters the room, the door is swiftly closed.

The room is big, it has a queen-size bed and a soft couch, the color scheme is quite tacky but for some reason, humans like it that way. Yoongi notices the man sitting on the couch, he can sense the male's nervousness, and the room is filled with a strong pinewood scent. Yoongi sits on the bed, not taking his eyes from the boy.

Some minutes go by and the stranger finally speaks: "Hi, nice to meet you, my name is Namjoon" the man introduces himself, but before he can say anything else, Yoongi cuts him, "I'm not interested. If you are looking for somebody to help you with your boner, you definitely chose the wrong person dude" the panther stated, clear hate in his tone, "oh wow, I wasn't expecting that" the Namjoon guy says, "Why not? Because I am supposed to be submissive and be ready on my knees to cater to all of your needs?" Yoongi spats, "well tough luck. I am definitely not the hybrid you are looking for" he finished. The whole interaction is surprising to Namjoon, true, he was expecting a submissive hybrid, according to the information on the official website, all hybrids are trained and ready to fulfill human commands, but this hybrid is really interesting. "What is your name?" Yoongi doesn't want to tell this guy his name, but there are protocols that he must follow, "Yoongi, and no, I will not suck you off" he finishes.

Namjoon is confused, isn't he a hybrid? the clerk at the entrance of the facility told him that all hybrids are properly trained. Smelling the confusion in the air, Yoongi sighs and talks again, "Listen, pal, I am under the Human-Hybrid Designation Act okay? Legally, I am human. My genome is 96% human, so yeah, I am not considered a hybrid, even with the ears and tail" he says. Realization covers Namjoon's expression, now he understands. "Sorry, I didn't know, nobody told me that you were not for adoption" he quickly apologized, "I can see that" the big cat huffs, "Wait if you are legally a human, aren't you supposed to be out of here?" Unless he was underage, that was a possibility too.

"Technically yes, but some shit happened in the past and the only way out of here is through formal adoption" he answered. "What happened?" Namjoon was intrigued." it is not of your goddamn business, besides, does your boyfriend" he sniffs the air again, "sorry, boyfriends know you are here, looking for a hybrid?" The panther asks with a smug smile on his lips. "Not exactly, we have discussed the possibility of adopting a hybrid, but I want to do some research by myself first" he started blushing at the confession. Then it hit him, "how do you know I have more than one boyfriend?" He asks the cat, "scents, I can smell at least other three scents apart from yours" he answered. That was so cool!

"Really?! Can you really smell it?! How do I smell?!" The questions were thrown at the hybrid one after another, "yes, really, is part of the hybrid senses, and it is kind of impolite to ask about scents" he answered with an irritated voice, "Oh, shot I didn't know! It is just... I wasn't aware I had a scent" Namjoon is looking at the ground, embarrassed by the situation and the rather intimate question he asked, "pinewood, you smell like pinewood" Yoongi provided, poor human, his senses are shit. "Is it nice?" He asked, "What part of  "intimate" you don't understand?" The panther was getting impatient with the human, "What? I just want to know if it's nice" he said. Namjoon knew nothing about hybrids. Nothing at all.

"Listen, kid, all things related to scent are intimate for a hybrid okay? We rely on our sense of smell, so asking about scent is an intimate topic that we don't like to discuss with just anybody" he said. "I wasn't aware of that" the human was embarrassed for his lack of knowledge, "Clearly. Tell me, What were you expecting to happen when you walked through that door?" This human was just dumb. "I don't know. I am not even sure if I want a hybrid, but one of my boyfriends is quite smitten about them, so, yeah" he confessed, "of course he is, all humans are. Having someone ready to please you, following all of your orders, and just being there as a sex toy whenever their owner feels like it or is in the mood, of course, is fucking appealing for humans!" 

Yoongi could not contain his rage anymore. The outburst of the hybrid surprised Namjoon, he wasn't expecting such harsh words; "Aren't you trained for that?" He asked timidly. Seeing the rage in the panther's eyes he realized he made a mistake, "You are a fucking idiot!. You don't know anything about hybrids, not a single thing, and you should leave before I turn to my animal form and shred you to pieces" Yoongi was beyond pissed. Who the fuck this human thinks he is? Just because they have some animal traits doesn't mean they don't feel or some shit? Are we just pets to him?. He is a stupid and ignorant man, just like the rest of the humans that came to the facility to get a hybrid.

The boy slowly stood up and quickly moved to the door, trying to avoid the eyes of the feline. He almost ran to the front desk, he didn't talk to anybody, he just walked out of there, he was scared and confused. What did he do?

There was a lingering feeling in his gut, there was so much that didn't make sense, but he need to know. If his boyfriends wanted a hybrid, he needs to be ready and know everything there is to know about hybrids. He was coming back to talk to this Yoongi guy, he needs answers. But he'll wait some days, let the cat calm and also for himself, to get back his courage. He left it in the room along with the angry hybrid. 

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5 days, exactly 5 days, that’s all the time Namjoon needed to regain his confidence and build some courage to go back to the hybrid facility and talk to Yoongi. After the shocking encounter with the feline, his head was hazy and it hurt. He went there to get some answers and he only got a shitload of questions and a headache. He lied to his boyfriends because he wasn’t ready to tell them where he went. He needed some answers and way more information before they could even consider adopting a hybrid.

As soon as he walked to the front desk, the clerk recognized him, “Mr. Kim you are back, last time I didn’t notice you left” the man said, “Yes, an emergency came up and had to leave in a hurry” Namjoon lied. “Of course, there is always stuff we can’t control. Why are you back? Do you want to see the enclosure again or do you already have a hybrid in mind?” The clerk asked, “yes, I want to meet with the hybrid from last time” he said. The clerk told Namjoon to wait a bit so he could pull out the records from that day.

“Ah, yes, you met Yoongi” he looked at Namjoon, “Tell me, how was it? Was he polite or…?” There were several reports from clients regarding Yoongi, he is rude and talks back, but they cannot punish him or force him to submit, legally he is a human. The clerk just needed some feedback to add to the records. “No, not at all, we had an interesting conversation, but it was cut short and I really want to finish it”, the clerk looked at Namjoon with surprise, that was a first, he is the first client that talks positively about the panther. “Very well, I will let my colleagues know so they can take Yoongi to a greeting room”. The clerk was excited, maybe Namjoon is the guy that will finally take away the panther and put an end to the problems that he is prone to cause. 

Again, Yoongi was trying to pass the time under his favorite Neem tree, he was almost done with his book, but that was not going to be possible. Just like 5 days ago, a caregiver came to him and order him to follow him. He was pissed, there were only 34 pages left to finally finish the book and he was interrupted. Who the fuck wants to see him? Apparently, humans don’t get the memo, he is not a fucking animal they can come and pet and touch.

The panther was following the employee, he knew they were going to a greeting room. He was preparing mentally to face the dumb human who found him cute and wanted to taste him. He was lost in his mind, trying to stay calm and keep a neutral face. Suddenly it hit him, pinewood, the scent was strong, and it kept getting stronger the more he walked. By the time they reached room number 9, he was completely sure who was on the other side.

Again, the employee knocked on the door, waited for permission, and allowed Yoongi in, he left without a word. Sitting on the couch was Namjoon, this time he looked a little more comfortable, there weren’t traces of nervousness from the previous visit. Just like their prior encounter, Yoongi sat down on the bed, waiting for the human.

“Hello Yoongi, How have you been?” The human asked kindly, “good, I guess” the panther answered. Namjoon mentally review the list of questions that he wanted to ask the hybrid, but he remained silent, trying to placate his mind; Yoongi was not patient. “Why are you here? Are you really trying to have your way with me? I clearly remember telling you that I am a legal human, so….whatever dirty thought or kinky fantasy you have, IT’S NOT HAPPENING!”, the hybrid spat the last part.

The sudden outburst surprised Namjoon, he wasn’t expecting such a harsh answer from the feline, “N-no, t-that is not-t the reason” he stuttered and curse himself for that. “Then why?” The hybrid’s anger receded, he was definitely not expecting that. “Ever since our last conversation I've been thinking a lot and I realized I know nothing about hybrids” Yoongi scoffed at the statement and smugly smiled, “Well that is obvious, our past meeting showed me how much of an idiot you really are,” the cat said. Ouch, that hurts. The panther was trying to get to Namjoon, but living with troublesome and cocky boyfriends has provided him with a tough skin and TONS of patience. Yoongi was slightly surprised, he was waiting for a backlash or at least a change in the scent, anger or frustration, but the pinewood scent remained calm and strong. His curiosity got the best of him, “then talk”.

“First, I want to apologize, I still don’t understand what I did or which words I used that were out of place. But not knowing is not an excuse for them. Sorry for all the trouble and anger I caused you” with that, the human stood up and bowed deeply to the cat. Yoongi’s eyes grew wide, Is this human really asking for forgiveness? Is he really bowing before me? WHAT?!. He was shocked, nobody, and I mean, NOBODY has ever asked for his forgiveness let alone, bow. Is he dreaming?!. The hybrid was surprised but he kept a neutral face and just offered a simple “thank you” as a response. Namjoon sat back down on the couch and looked at the hybrid. “I was wondering if I could talk to you? I think you have strong opinions regarding hybrids and I want to know your perspective” the human finally explained.

Shock, he was in shock. NO ONE has ever asked Yoongi what he thought about hybrids and their life. Was this human for real? His mind went from 0 to 100 mph, he was trying to formulate a snarky remark or a sarcastic comeback, but the patient eyes of the man before him were enough, so he decided to compromise. “What do you want to know?” The hybrid asked. Now it was Namjoon’s time to be amazed, he had prepared himself for a negative response, but he was wrong. Sitting up straight, he took a deep breath and looked directly at the hybrid, “Why don’t we start with a little bit about yourself?” He proposed.

“Like what?” Yoongi asked back, “Well… ever since our last conversation I've been wondering what type of hybrid are you?” Namjoon was not sure about the animal counterpart of the hybrid. Yoongi gave a short breathy laugh and answered, “I am a panther”. “REALLY?!” Namjoon did think about a cat, the male has some cat-like features and the sassiness of a feline, but he didn't though he was a panther. “Yes, do I need to show you my blood results?” The cat rolled his eyes at the surprised human, “sorry, it's just that…aren’t panthers supposed to be exotic and…?” He didn’t finish his question, “…and… savage?” Yoongi finished for him; “Well, yeah. That is what everybody says, but you are here so I suppose is not true”; Well done Namjoon, at this rate you are getting your ass kicked. The human was just poking at the bear.

Noticing the uneasiness of the human, Yoongi decided to cut him some slack. That doesn’t mean that he accepts the human, but he remembered that he was an idiot and didn't know shit about hybrids. Maybe this is his opportunity to slam some sense into a stubborn human.  “You are partially right…” the cat started, Namjoon looked back at him, “panthers are considered wild or savage, I mean, animal panthers are hunters and predators, and it is well known that hybrids adopt behavioral characteristics from their animal counterparts. However, I am…a sort of…. How can I say…anomaly?” The last part came more like a question, “Anomaly? How so?” Namjoon was now intrigued, “Well, according to doctors and scientists, the higher the percentage of animal genome, the higher the physical traits and behavioral characteristics. Because I am 96% human and only 4% panther, the animal traits, both physical and behavioral are less present, but as I said, I am an anomaly” the panther stated, “Ohh, that makes sense, you behave more like a human because the majority of you is human” Namjoon made mental notes, he was going to do a lot of research in the topic.

“Yes, that sums it up” the cat agreed, “But, why would you consider yourself an anomaly?” The human asked; “I don’t consider myself an anomaly, I was cataloged as one. Like I said before, everything is determined by the percentage of each individual's genome. Because I have a low percentage of panther genetics I am not supposed to have ears or a tail, hybrids with similar percentages don’t show any of the physical traits of their animal counterpart, but here I am” Yoongi answered touching his left ear. He could hear the gears working hard to process the information, trying to make sense of everything the cat just said. “How accurate is the test for the genome?” He asked back, “100%; and before you ask, Yes, I have been tested several times throughout the years, and the results are always the same. 96% human, 4% panther”. The silence grew between both males, Namjoon was trying to process the data that was dumped into his head and Yoongi watch the male close. He could smell the curiosity of the human. Interesting.

“How old are you?…wait!… is it rude to ask a hybrids age?” Namjoon stopped himself, “No, not at all, I am 28 years old” the cat laughed at the concerned human, “Really?!, I am 27” Namjoon provided, “thanks for telling me….I guess”. The panther had zero interest in Namjoon’s life. “Can I ask another question?”, “If I say no, would that stop you from asking?” Sarcastic mode was on. “Of course no…so, last time we talked you kind of threatened me, you said something about turning into your animal self and attacking me” he made a small pause, “Was that true, or were you just trying to intimidate me?”, the cat laughs at the memory, “No, that was completely true, I don’t threaten a lot of people with my animal form” the panther answered. Namjoon’s eyes grew like saucers. NOW HE WAS CONFUSED.

Recalling the little research he made regarding transformation in hybrids, he clearly remembered that only domestic animals are able to change to their animal forms, something about repressing wild instincts that don’t allow savage breeds of hybrids to change into animals. Yoongi was definitely playing with him. “You are lying, I know that only domestic breeds can change to animals” the human stated stubbornly. Yoongi grew silent, he looked directly into de human’s eyes and, with a low and raspy voice he answered, “Are you saying I am a liar?”. Namjoon was terrified, even though the hybrid remain seated at the bed and there was at least 20ft of distance between him and the hybrid, he sensed the danger emanating from the panther. He screwed up. Again.

“N-n-no, o-of c-cours-se n-not” the boy was slightly shaking. Relaxing his posture, Yoongi reminded himself that he was an idiot and didn't know anything about his kind. He slowly exhale and spoke again, this time with a lighter tone of voice, “Yes, you are correct. The majority of domestic breeds have the ability to change to their animal forms; the ability to change is highly determined by the percentage of animal genome in a hybrid; the higher the percentage, the higher the possibilities to transform. Wild animals don’t change for two reasons; the first one, wild animals are the ones that tend to have lower percentages of animal genome, and second, the ability to transform is a response to the environment, if a wild hybrid is not in the proper natural environment, there isn’t a natural need to shift. Wild hybrids are kept in facilities just like this one and they are not exposed to triggers that require to shift” the panther explained. “Ahhh, okay, sound logical but….. are you really able to change?” Namjoon was curious and wanted an answer; he needed to know if the panther could actually kill him. The cat sighed again, “Yes, I can change to a panther. No, I don’t know why. Remember the part where I told you I am considered an anomaly?”.

It was too much to process. Namjoon was learning so much about hybrids, but he was frustrated because all the normal or standard rules didn’t apply to Yoongi. Not knowing gave him a mental itch that he couldn’t scratch. SO FUCKING FRUSTRATING!.

“What are you thinking?” The feline asked, “mmmhhh…What?”, the boy got lost in his thoughts. “You are thinking too hard, your scent is strong and overwhelming, you are frustrated, so….What are you thinking?”, this question distracted Namjoon’s mind from the turmoil inside his head. “You can tell I am frustrated just by my scent?” That was awesome!. The cat groaned, “What did I tell you about scent related questions? Are you dumb or what?”, something clicked inside the humans head, “Sorry, I am so sorry. I forgot. I don’t want to be intrusive or disrespectful, it just that…I am….forget it”, now the panther was intrigued, “You what?” He asked harshly. Namjoon gulped and answered in a small voice. “It's just that….it is fascinating how acute hybrid senses are, especially the sense of smell, the fact that you can communicate through it is pretty dope”.

The hybrid looked at the human, he had to remind himself that he was an idiot and didn’t know better. AGAIN. “What do you want to know?” He asked. Namjoon’s eyes grew with curiosity and Yoongi caught the change in his scent, it grew stronger and slightly sweeter. He looked like one of the young hybrids at the nursery, filled with curiosity and glee. It was kind of endearing.

“How does it work? Do you have a scent? Can you change your scent? Does everybody has a scent? Do humans and hybrids smell different? How far can you…?” The questions just spilled out of Namjoon's mouth, he closed his mouth when the cat raised his hand to stop him. “Take it easy, lest just go one by one”.

“Just like regular animals, scents are the combination of pheromones and chemical markers. As hybrids, we share that particular characteristic, we use our scents to mark territory, to mark members of our packs, to mark our mates. They are chemical markers that allow us to identify our own kind and also as a warning against strangers. We have something called “scent glands” the majority of hybrids have one in their neck, but there are some exceptions. Have you ever seen a cat nuzzle another cat?” The hybrid asked, “Yeah, they rub their faces against each other” the human answered; “Well, that is scenting, is the way they leave their scent on another, it is similar to hybrids, we nuzzle our own people, to leave our scent on them” Namjoon wished he had a notebook and a pen. All of this was really interesting and he was focussing really hard to retain everything.

“Yes, I do have a scent, everybody does. Humans do too. Obviously, you can’t smell each other, your senses are shit and a joke, but us hybrids can smell it.” The hybrid said. “No, we can change our scent, it is part of our identity. However, powerful emotions, strong feelings, sudden shifts can alter the scent whether it is a human or a hybrid” Yoongi said. “What kind of shifts?” Namjoon asked, “stress, depression, anger, frustration, sadness, arousal, love, happiness, you name it. Anything that has some sort of impact on the individual can affect their scent. As I said, the scent doesn’t change, it only alters a little. You, for example, you smell like pinewood, right now it is a strong scent, it is woodsy, and has a soft citrusy touch. But when I threaten you, it shifted, it had a pungent and kind of sour combination, you still smelled like pinewood, but it wasn’t a pleasant smell like before” the feline explained. Namjoon was surprised. THIS IS SO, SO COOL.

“About humans and hybrids smelling different, mmmhhh….well….that is kind of tricky question. Have you heard of natural hierarchy?”, Namjoon’s cheeks grew red, he knew nothing. Yoongi sighed, “Though so. Okay, pay attention because I will not repeat myself” the boy nodded. “In nature, there is something called natural hierarchy. It is the way nature classifies itself, we have the well-known food chain and stuff, but there is a “second” classification if you like to call it that. This second grouping is the one that allows animals to organize themselves, it exists to create order and synergy within the same species, whether it is a pack, a herd, a trooping, whatever. With hybrids is similar, we have a second grouping, there are three categories: alphas, the leaders of the pack and protectors, then betas, the second in command and caretakers, and finally omegas, they are ones with the ability to procreate and are natural emotional comforters. Through scent, we can identify this secondary classification. Each ranking has its own characteristics”.

Yoongi stopped talking and looked at the male to know if he was following his explanation. Namjoon was about to ask another question but Yoongi beat him to it; “alphas tend to have woodsy or oriental scents. They are strong and pungent; alphas scents are particularly influenced by emotions, feelings, and pheromones. Betas have a mixture between alphas and omegas, they tend to have woodsy and/or oriental scents, but they also have a fresh and floral in them; betas are tricky to identify because they have traits of the other rankings and their scents can be misleading; however, betas have a lot more control over their emotions, and their scents are normally well balanced. Moreover, omegas have floral and fresh scents, highly flowery and sweet, really strong also highly influenced by emotions and feelings.” The cat said.

The room was silent, but it wasn’t awkward, both males were thinking. Yoongi looked up and saw the clock on the wall, 5 more minutes till 5, the visiting time was almost over. “Do you have another question? Our time is almost over” the panther said. “Yes, I do. Mmmhhh… do humans have that secondary ranking?” Namjoon was fascinated with all the new information. “I don’t know if there is an official ranking for humans, but as I said before, EVERYBODY has a scent, even you humans, technically, you could be classified into a secondary category depending on your scents. But humans have other kinds of classifications and groupings, and because you have a shit sense of smell, it really doesn’t matter that second-ranking”. It was the first time Yoongi thought about this, he never pondered the possibility of humans being alphas, betas or omegas. “How would you classify me?” The human asked. This bewildered Yoongi, he looked at the male and the seriousness in his eyes, “are you for real?”, “Yes, please”, “Why would you want to know, you cannot smell it,” the feline said, “Just please, it is fascinating”; the hybrid loudly sighed, “as I said, your scent is pinewood, is strong and powerful, it is woodsy, so if you were a hybrid your second-ranking would probably be an alpha”. A hearty laugh left Namjoon's lips.

A sudden knock was heard and a voice came from the other side, “sorry to interrupt, but meeting time is over”, “yeah, yeah, I know” the hybrid answered back. Namjoon stood up and walked to the door, before he could open it, he looked back at the hybrid, “would it be okay if I come visit you again? I have tons of questions, there are so many things I don’t know but I want to learn” the boy said with a pleading voice. THIS IS A WEIRD HUMAN. Yoongi was flabbergasted, but he dint HATE the time with the human, and it was better than being outside just sitting. “I guess so” he agreed. “Perfect!, I still don’t know when would that be, but soon. I promise”, “sure, I mean, I’ll be here, no that I can go anywhere else” the panther retorted. A small farewell and Namjoon was out of the door.

He made his way back home, his head was reviewing the conversation he had with Yoongi. There was so much more about hybrids. Back in high school, they were given some basic information, but nothing so deep as the facts that the hybrid shared with him. His interest was at its peak, he already knew how he was going to expend the rest of the afternoon, stuck with his laptop and doing research. He wanted to be more prepared for his next meeting with the panther. His boyfriends came to mind, he wanted to tell them about his new perception regarding hybrids, but he needed more data. Probably just another couple of meetings with Yoongi would do the trick.

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It is been 10 days since the meeting with the human. Yoongi was not surprised, he was aware that all the information that he gave the boy was hard to process. He would never admit it, but he was a little disappointed. The meeting with the noisy human was entertaining. Sure, he knew nothing about hybrids, but he was so invested in everything Yoongi told him that the hybrid actually enjoyed himself. The fact that someone was slightly interested in his version was refreshing and liberating; letting all the hate and anger out was cathartic. It was the first time that Yoongi actually spoke about how much he despised the way humans treated hybrids. Ever since his conversation with Namjoon, the panther feels restless, there was this opportunity to express himself freely and the fact that the human hasn’t come yet is extremely frustrating for Yoongi. Stupid human, of course, you were going to bail out!.

The hybrid sat on his bed, trying to keep his mind occupied with some other stuff; enclosure time was about to start.

He checked his wristwatch, 2:30, shit! Enclosure time already started. He crossed the street with a fast pace. To say he was excited is an understatement. Ever since the conversation with the panther hybrid, Namjoon focused his energy on research, expanding his knowledge on scents, and secondary classification, he didn’t want to deviate his investigation from the topics he talked with the hybrid, he was still new at it; he decided that the best course of action was to follow the hybrids explanations, and complement it with his own research. Even with the huge pile of book drafts and the stack of papers that needed his approval back at his work, he couldn’t focus, a certain hybrid kept popping in his head. Well, I can always do it tomorrow.

He walked through the doors of the facility, again the clerk recognized him fast, “Good afternoon Mr. Kim, I haven’t seen you around here for the past few days; I thought that maybe you changed your mind about adopting” Namjoon scratched his neck and gave the employee a small smile, “not a all, it's just that the past few days were hectic, work just keeps piling up” he said. “Of course, I understand; so tell me, do you want to go see the enclosure or there is a specific hybrid you want to meet today?” The clerk asked, “no, I already know who I want to meet”, “sure, could you give me the hybrids name”, “yes, Yoongi, the panther hybrid”, “certainly, just give me a moment so I can let my colleagues know and they can take Yoongi to the greeting room” with that, the clerk stood up went to the back to call for a caregiver.

Ever since Namjoon’s visit the clerk was over the moon, Namjoon was the first client to stay in the same room as the panther for longer than 5 minutes. All the other employees were also elated, they loathed the panther, and the fact that they couldn’t punish the hybrid because of the Designation Act only increased their hatred for the cat. It is widely known that the caregivers were severe punishers, they saw the hybrids as mere objects and showed no mercy when they were beating senseless a poor hybrid. They wish they could do the same to the panther, but it was too risky. The only hope to get rid of him was through adoption, but the panther always scares the few clients that show interest in him. So having a possible client that has returned for the third time was a good sign. Without wasting time, one of the caregivers almost sprinted to get into the enclosure to retrieve Yoongi.

The hybrid was lying down under his tree, trying to sleep. He started to get drowsy when somebody called his name. He looked up and saw his least favorite caretaker. The man made a hand signal and Yoongi stood up sighing. Without a word, the man started walking hoping that the hybrid was following him. As soon as he crossed the door leading to the greeting rooms, Yoongi knew what was going on. He kept a poker face, but deep down he was excited. He could vent some of his frustrations to Namjoon. Finally!

Just like the two previous encounters with the human, they were left alone by the employee. Without a word, he walked straight to the bed and sat. “Hello, Yoongi. How have you been?” The cat shrugged, “Meh, nothing much happens in here”, Namjoon smiled at the attempt of indifference from the cat. Either of them talked, and the silence was getting heavier, “So…I suppose you are here because you have questions?” The hybrid said, “Yeah, I do! Our last conversation was eye-opening, there is so much to learn and I am truly curious to know more” the excitement was real, Yoongi could even smell it. “In that case, go ahead, What would you like to know this time?”. Namjoon’s smile grew wide. Here we go again.

“I have some doubts regarding some things you said the other day”, the cat gave him a nod, “Which doubts?”, “The first one has to do with the “pack” thing you kept repeating, How does that work? Who makes the packs? Are there any rules or some sort of rite of passage to get into a pack? Anybody can join a pack? Do you have…?”, “okay, I’ll stop you right there. I can clearly see you are excited, but just one question a the time” the hybrid had to stop the boy form ranting. “Sorry, I got excited”, “Excited is an understatement” the panther scoffed.

“Okay, so…Animals move in groups, they form packs, herds, flocks, colonies. It is a natural response, they form these groups because it is easier to defend themselves and it helps the synergy of the community. I don’t know how to explain this further, it's just something animals do, it is engraved in their behavior. The animal part of the hybrids has the same need, we need to be around our people, we need to form a community, and we feel complete within the pack; just like animals, it is a behavioral trait. Hybrids form packs” Yoongi stated.

“About who forms the pack?… there’s not a manual or a written process to form a pack. Is pure instinct. Usually, the individuals that form a pack share a profound bond, is a mixture of feelings, pheromones, and natural impulses” the panther explained, “you remember what I told you about secondary classification?” He asked, “Yes, is part of the natural hierarchy” Namjoon replied, “Yes. Although, when it comes to pack dynamics, the second classification plays a significant role. The ranking establishes the individual's behavior within the pack. Usually, the leader of the pack is an alpha, they have more dominant traits and are highly protective of the rest of the pack, betas are usually the voice of reason, calmer and they tend to be protective in a less obsessive way; they have high control of their bodies and scents, and the omegas are the emotional support, they are caring and have a really high empathic ability. That is the usual or expected way to be” The hybrid made a small pause and continue “However, it is not always like that, there are packs that have a beta or an omega leader, and some packs even have human members. Each pack establishes its own rhythm and course of action. The only aspect that remains the same in every pack is the deep and strong bond that holds the pack together, if you don’t have that, you cannot build a pack” the hybrid finished. “You said pack leader, What is that?” Namjoon asked, “Nowadays is not necessary, back in the day, hybrids choose a person, generally an alpha, to lead or guide them, the leader holds the most authority within the pack and that gives order and structure, but because that is no longer needed and packs are so diverse, is just a role that can or cannot be taken” the human nodded at the information.

“So, there is not a ritual or something like that, you just share deep feelings and…I don’t know…love for one another and that’s it? You get a pack?” Namjoon summarises, “in general terms, yes, that could be a simple way to put it. Just remember that, for hybrids, establishing a bond with others is for the long run; it is meant to last forever” the panther emphasizes the last part.

Yoongi has seen so many hybrids coming back to the facility with broken hearts because they formed strong bonds with their owners and the humans got tired of them and returned them, like an object without feelings. Namjoon saw the sadness in the hybrid, and couldn’t refrain himself, “Yoongi, what is it? Are you alright?” He asked. The hybrid looked at him, he was serious but his eyes showed deep sorrow. Yoongi took a deep breath “Humans don’t get it. When they come here looking for a hybrid they are just thinking about themselves, they are shellfish and they are only looking for a sex toy. It is really common for hybrids to be returned, I’ve seen it so many times that I stopped counting; some of those returned hybrids died, they formed deep bonds with their owners, even when the human mistreated them or hurt them, and then, they were just…left here…like trash… like an old piece of furniture. For us, our pack is everything, being stripped from it is worse than death” the hybrid's voice was a low whisper. This was the first time Yoongi showed so much emotion, even if Namjoon couldn’t smell like the hybrid, he knew that the panther’s scent was strong and heartbreaking.

They stayed like that, in complete silence. Namjoon gave Yoongi some time to recover, it was clear that this was a hard topic for the cat. Even if the room was silent, it was comforting. Yoongi’s mind started to drift, going back to the memories of old hybrids that could not handle the pain of heartbreak; before his head could take him further, a strong scent filled his nose; he kept his gaze low, but he allowed himself to be wrapped in the comfort provided by it; somehow it helped him relax. Time flowed like that, they stayed seated and the pinewood scent remained strong and comforting.

“Thank you,” the panther said, “mmmhhh…..” Namjoon was caught off guard, “I said thank you, I appreciate it” the human gave him a shy smile, “I wasn’t sure if it worked, but I’m glad that I could help you” he said, “that is really considerate of you, how did you do it?” He asked the boy, “well, I made some research about scents and how they are an extension of ourselves. One of the blogs I found said that humans can potentiate their scents by expressing their feelings openly; I didn't understand all of it, but apparently, it worked; I just wanted to comfort you and somehow you got the message” Namjoon scratched his nape, he was nervous, he remembered the hybrid’s warnings regarding scents, he didn't want to overstep the hybrids limits. “That makes sense,” the hybrid agreed, “and I am sorry if I overstepped your boundaries” the human retorted; the hybrid released a deep sigh, “don’t worry about it, you didn't overstep them, you just showed me some kindness” he answered. A small blush graced their faces.

Not wanting to end the conversation, Namjoon sassed “I still have questions, you know?” he said; the hybrid laughed at the human’s attempt to lighten the mood, “go ahead” the panther nodded, “the first one..”, “so there is more than one?” the sassy cat was back, “Oh yes, I have TONS of questions” Yoongi rolled his eyes but gave a small smile to the boy, “so.. the first one, You kept mentioning mates, What kind of relationship do mates have?” He asked. “It is an intimate relationship when a hybrid chooses a mate is because they share similar feelings, wants, and desires. Us hybrids don’t have sex, we mate, we experience the relationship with all of ourselves, and we give all of our mind, soul, and body to our mates and our bond. When a hybrid gets a mate, they will scent them as a form of claim, they will tune their senses to their mate, the bond is so strong that a hybrid can identify its mate in a dark room filled with people, that how strong the bond is between mates”. Namjoon was surprised, he knew that animals had mates, but he wasn't aware that hybrids developed such profound relationships.

“Can you have more than one mate?”, the human questioned, “Yes, we are polyamorous beings, we cater community and we seek safety and comfort in others, we have strong instincts and feelings; but again, it is not a norm, each pack develops its own order. It is natural for us, the more the merrier” the cat said, “Are all the pack members mates?”, he was intrigued about that detail, “Normally yes, the pack is conformed by mates, but there are exceptions, sometimes a pack can adopt a lonely hybrid, take in baby pups, or they can expand their inner circle to close friends and family, but the intimate part of being a pack remains within the mated members” he explained, “when you say intimate, you are referring to….”, “yes Namjoon, I am talking about sex” the panther laughs at the awkwardness of the boy.

“Last question of the day!” He exclaimed, “take it easy, there is no need for so much excitement” the cat groaned, but deep down he found the human’s excitement endearing. Cute. “So, what are heats and ruts?” He shamelessly asked, “For real?! You don’t know?!” The cat laughed at the human’s idiocy, “No, that’s why I am asking?” IDIOT! “Wow, whoever is other teaching stuff about hybrids should be fired. You don’t know anything, not even the basic stuff. No wonder why you are so ill-mannered towards us” the panther was in disbelief. “I am sorry for it, truth is, there isn’t any type of guide or course regarding hybrids, we only learn what they teach us in high school, which is basically the sex stuff”, the human felt awful, Yoongi was right, humans knew nothing about them. “I guess is not completely your fault. Don't sweat it, I am used to it. About your question, is quite simple, ruts and heats are the natural need to breed. Alphas and betas have ruts but beta’s are less intense and omegas have heats; during this time the necessity for sexual contact is at its peak, we become more feral and our judgment gets clouded, the strong urge to mate overpowers the rest of our instincts; it is probably the time when the animal part takes control. They are painful and the pain can only be soothed through sex, so yeah, that would be the short answer”, “ohhh, so it is like “mating season?”, he said, “Yeah, pretty much”.

Namjoon started to fiddle with his fingers, the embarrassment was clear in his scent, “What?… just ask me, is part of my biology” the panther encouraged, “Do you have those?” The boy asked in a low voice, “Yes, I do. Why?”, he wanted to tease the human, “Just curious” he said, “Aha, come on, What is it?”, “So, when it happens, you just go around being horny and getting laid?”, now he was beet red, his cheeks were hot and he was sweating, “Not exactly like that. Here, the staff has tight control over hybrid mating cycles, when a hybrid gets their rut or heat, they are taken to another part of the facility and they choose another hybrid to take care of it. Ruts and heats are variable, there are hybrids that have their rut or heat twice a year, others have them almost every month, they usually last 2 or 3 days, but it depends on the type of hybrid” the panther explained, “How often do you get them?”, the boy was getting shameless, “twice a year, usually during spring and autumn, but for me is different”, “different how?”, “because I am a classified human, they cannot just simply lock me up in a room and get another hybrid to please me. You wouldn’t do that to a human, Right?! instead they give me suppressants, they help with the overall pain, it becomes bearable and I don’t have the urge to mate, so I just lock myself in my room and let it pass. Besides, forcing another hybrid to mate with me so I can be relieved of my horniness is barbaric”. Namjoon was speechless, he never imagined any of this. What kind of people would do something like that?. Reality check. All of them.

The sudden ping from Namjoon’s cellphone broke the mood, he quickly took it out and cheeked the message. “Ah, fuck” he cursed, “Everything alright?”, the cat asked, “Yeah, it's just that one of my boyfriends is looking for me. I have to go”, he stood up and walked to the door. “I’ll try to come over in the next couple of days. Goodbye Yoongi”, and like that the human was out of the door leaving a speechless panther. Back to the enclosure. Fan-fucking-tastic!

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⚠️WARNING: this chapter addresses topics such as child abuse, violence (verbal, emotional, and physical), and sexual assault. There is mention of anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and suicidal thoughts.  READ AT YOUR OWN RISK ⚠️

For the past month, Namjoon has been visiting the panther constantly. He has learned so much about hybrids, about the injustices they face, the mistreatment, the abuse, and more. Even though Yoongi is brutally honest and doesn’t hesitate to retaliate against him whenever he says something dumb, Namjoon enjoys their meetings; the panther is really amazing and highly intelligent, but at the same time, he is savage and sassy; not too weird for a panther. Namjoon likes talking to Yoongi, is refreshing having someone that won’t sugarcoat the truth. 

For Yoongi, meeting with Namjoon is therapeutic, he never had an outlet for his emotions and thoughts, the human is a great listener and, whenever they are not talking about hybrids, he is quite smart and nice. Deep down, he thinks of Namjoon as his friend.

For the past couple of meetings, their conversations have been about different topics and a little bit about themselves. Namjoon realized that the panther is quite a character and being around him is fun. The panther showed him his room, the only hybrid with a private bedroom in the facility, and Namjoon was impressed, there were paintings along the wall, a small bookcase with some classics, a worn-out keyboard, an impressive collection of blankets, and a small cactus on the nightstand. Yoongi told him that he only gets all of that stuff because of his designation, apparently, the other hybrids shared rooms and they were not allowed to have hobbies or passions. ‘I am one of the lucky ones’ the panther once told him. 

Yoongi was nervous, during their last meeting Namjoon asked him how he got Designated human, and Yoongi refused to provide an answer, Namjoon didn't push and let the cat be. But before the human left, he asked him if he was ready to learn about his past. Yoongi wanted to share his life history with Namjoon, he trusted the guy and knowing that there are actually nice humans gives him hope to move on. 

He knows that is going to be a tough conversation, recalling the past is never easy, but he dealt with it, he spent the past few years healing his body and his mind. He is no longer the same hybrid he used to be, he is stronger and he wants to tell him, he needs to. Talking with Namjoon is always a healing experience. He is his first and only friend. 

Yoongi was on edge, he was pacing around the room, Namjoon told him he was going to arrive at 2 o’clock sharp, but it was already 2:05 and he wasn't there. 

“Maybe he doesn’t want to know about my past. Maybe he thinks I became too attached and he doesn’t want me around. Maybe his boyfriends found out about me and they forbid him to come back.”

The panther was extremely stressed, his mind was playing with him and his scent was awful, it smelled like rotten tangerines. The door opening made him stop mid-pace. “Hyung! Sorry for the delay, my assistant misplaced some documents” the human said. He walked inside the room and closed the door.  

“Hey, are you okay? Is something wrong?” the human’s nose was assaulted with the foul smell of spoiled tangerines. Over the past month, Namjoon became more perceptive of the elder's scent, he could faintly smell the tangerines and the amber, but this time he didn't need a hybrid nose, the smell was clear. He approached the older boy and placed a hand on his shoulder. 

“Are you okay?” He asked again. “Yes, I am, sorry for the smell” the panther answered. Namjoon didn't push, he took his designated place on the couch and Yoongi sat across from him. They looked at each other, the smell of tangerines slowly dissipating.

“Are you ready?” The hybrid asked, “if you are, but you don’t have to tell me if you don’t feel comfortable” the human assured.

“I want you to know. You are the first person to actually care and I think, it would be good for me to finally let it out” the panther confessed. 

“In that case, I am here to listen to everything you have to say, hyung”. Yoongi took a deep breath, “before I start, you need to know that you are free to leave whenever you want or you can interrupt me if you need to”. 

It is time to open some wounds.

‘I was born in Daegu, never knew my parents, mom died shortly after having me and dad left some days later. It was my grandmother the one that took me in. I barely remember her, sometimes I can recall her soft laugh or the sweet floral scent. I don’t know which one of my parents was the hybrid, but at this point in my life, it doesn’t really matter. 

‘Grandma didn't have much money, she was old and got terribly sick; she couldn’t take care of me, the money was scarce, and taking care of a baby is expensive. She sent me to the Hybrid shelter in Daegu, I was almost 2 years old. A couple of years ago I found out that she died shortly after she left me at the shelter. 

‘Not that it matters, I don't even remember her. 

 

‘Daegu Hybrid Shelter, I have vague memories of the place, there are some blurry images, but overall there is not much I can say about it. They took care of me till I was 5, the shelter suffered some budget cuts and we were distributed to other places. 

‘I don’t know how many times I was moved from shelters, besides, I was still young when that happened, so there is not much to remember about my childhood. I don’t have good or bad memories, it's just blank.

 

The hybrid visibly tensed. He took a deep breath and use all his mental strength to focus on his story. 

‘I was 9 years old when I arrived at Seo Hybrid Shelter, located in Daejeon. The place was small, a two-floor house; the main floor had a kitchen, dining room, and living room, the second floor had two bedrooms and one bathroom, and 18 hybrids lived there. 

‘There was not enough for all of us, sometimes there was food just for 5 people, we took turns to eat, the rooms were cramped, there was no space. I even remember sleeping on the bathroom floor along with other two boys, the clothes had holes and it was always cold. The place was administered by a couple, they always smelled angry and drunk, and even the smallest of things could trigger them. 

‘Of course, they didn't live with us, they had a cottage next to the house, that place always looked warm. But any of the hybrids were allowed inside, they made sure to remind us of “our place”.

 

The hybrid made quotation marks with his fingers, to emphasize the disdain he had for that particular phrase. He made a small pause, remembering those distant memories. He looked at Namjoon and continued. 

‘They were brutal. They had a strict set of rules that all hybrids had to follow; they always carried a cane, and they never hesitated to use it. I can remember one time when they lost their patience, the outcome was fatal. 

‘We were at the dining table, there was not enough food, just 4 servings, 5 if we were lucky. There was an older boy, probably 13 years old, he was a chow-chow hybrid, his name was Yejun he always took care of us, he would give us his portion or his blanket, he tucked us to sleep and told crazy stories to distract us from the pain and the hunger. 

‘He was the one cooking the food, it happened so fast, one moment he is taking the plates to the table, the next, the food is lying on the ground. He got so scared, we all did, he grabbed a napkin and started scraping the floor, but it was too late, the woman came bursting into the dining room, she didn't ask what happened, she started swinging the cane all over the place. 

‘She got me on the shoulder before I could duck and scape from the hit. We knew what was coming, she just pointed to the living room, and without a word, we all went there. We stood with our backs against the wall, waiting for her return. 

‘There was a loud scream, it was Yejun. She came to the living room dragging him by his hair. She threw him in the middle of the living room and she hit him over and over with the cane. We were forced to watch, it was one of the rules. Trying to look away or leave only resulted in a punishment.

‘Yejun was screaming and crying, his skin started to blotch and there were some parts where blood was dripping. I don’t remember how long she whipped him; by the time she was over, Yejun was barely breathing, we couldn’t move him without hurting him, the marks were deep, and cleaning them was impossible. He stayed there, lying and whimpering. 

‘We were sent to the bedrooms, but neither of us could sleep, our advanced hearing allowed us to listen to Yejun cry and whine. The next morning, when we went down, Yejun was dead. 

‘Midday they opened the front door, they found the body; the man simply grabbed it and walk out. We don’t know what they did with it. And we were too scared to ask. 

 

‘I stayed there for 2 years, I still don’t know how I survived that place, but I did. The police came looking for the woman, something about unpaid taxes. 

‘When the officer found out about the house filled with hybrids he call Hybrid Services, they took us out and just relocated us, as if nothing had happened. We were some pets that needed a new owner. Can you believe it?. They found out about the abuse because of some unpaid taxes.’

The room smelled like pinewood, burnt pinewood. Namjoon couldn't believe his ears, everything that Yoongi was telling him was a nightmare. He was shocked, a part of him didn't want to believe that humans are capable of such cruelty. 

“Are you alright?” The hybrid asked him, “Me!, You, are YOU alright?!”, his voice raised and his scent spiked. How could he be concerned about him, he was the one who went through hell.  

Yoongi moved places and sat next to the human, he place a hand on his back and started rubbing it in a soothing motion. “Better?” He asked, “Yeah, sorry, I just can't… it's so…so…fucked up,” he said to the hybrid.“I know, but it is what it is” the panther stated. 

“I can stop if you like” he offered, “No, don’t, I told you I was going to listen and I will keep my word”. The human relaxed under the gentle caressing of the hybrid and gave the tiniest nod. Yoongi resumed telling the story.

‘Again, I moved to different shelters and facilities, some nicer than others, but at least either of them was as bad as Seo Hybrid Shelter.

‘I don’t know where this shelter is, I think it was near Daegu, but I am not sure. The caretakers there weren’t that bad, they had some temper, but nothing serious. 

‘It was in this place where I started my training, we had some lessons about obedience and basic skills. I had to learn how to properly address my owner, how to bow, and how to answer. Every detail matters, if my head was not low enough I was grounded or given extra work. I learned how to clean, cook, wash the dishes, do the laundry, and all that. 

‘I also had some lessons about my personal image, how to keep my skin clean and unblemished, how to keep my ears and tail properly groomed, how to keep my body unmarked and soft, and how to always be ready for my owner. 

‘I fucking hated those lessons. We were instructed on how to give pleasure and how to take the pain from it.’ 

 

The hybrid scrunched his face. The memories of such “lectures” were something he wished he could forget. Before the silence could grow stronger, he resumed his story.

‘But there was a problem, I couldn’t submit, I couldn’t bow whenever they wanted me to, I couldn’t force myself to be pushed down to my knees and beg. The caretakers became impatient, they tried to beat the submission in me, and they weren’t afraid to hit me or slap me or use any kind of physical punishment to subdue me. I don’t remember how many times I was held still by a caretaker so they could paddle me in the ass. 

‘One day everything changed. There was a guy, who had a thing for pinching ears and pulling tails, he got fixated with me, he kept pulling my ears at every chance he got. 

‘One day I woke up feeling strange, I had an unsettling itch in my lower belly, my sense of smell was heightened, I could hear stuff that I wasn’t supposed to, my skin was stinging and I felt awful. I was heading to one of the classrooms for my cooking lesson when this guy came out of nowhere, he laughed at my face and grabbed my left ear, he pulled it, hard, the pain went through my entire body and the next thing I know, I am pinning him to the ground with two furry paws. 

‘I fucking shifted, one moment I was feeling awful, and the next I am this black cat growling at the stupid caretaker.

‘Some caretakers came to take me, I didn't know how to shift back or anything, but they locked me back in my room, I calmed down and I just turned back to my human form. That same night I got my first rut. The caretakers gave me some suppressant because there was no certainty that I was going to change back into a panther during the rut. 

‘At least the stupid caretaker stopped harassing me. But the tranquility lasted just a couple of months.’

“Just like that you… shifted?” Namjoon asked, “Yes, just like that” he assured. 

“Can you control your shift?”, he asked the panther, “It took some time to understand the sifting process, I learned that my shift is linked to my emotions and circumstances. That first time I was in pre-rut, I wasn't feeling good, my emotions were dispersed and that stupid guy jumping me just triggered it.” He shrugged. 

“I see… do you still shift?” The panther brought his tail to his hands and started caressing the soft fur, a self-soothing habit, “I can, but I rather not do it” he answered in a low voice. 

“Why?” The human inquired, “You’ll understand in a bit” he simply said. Letting go of his tail, the panther took a deep breath and continued.

‘Some months went by after my first shift, and caretakers were more careful around me, they barely hit me anymore and tried to stay away from me. It was the first time I actually got to experience tranquility. But it didn't last. 

‘The shelter held “special events”, it was an exposition of hybrids, where humans could go and watch us and pet us and touch us, and if we were lucky enough maybe even adopt us. 

‘I hated it, everybody was touching my ears and tail without asking, they wanted me to smile and do tricks for them like some sort of lap dog. It made me sick, I wanted to scream and leave but I couldn’t. I was there to please. 

‘There was a middle-aged couple, the woman was touching my ears and she pulled them, I whimpered at the pain and she laughed,  “Look darling, how beautiful sounds this one makes, he will be an excellent addition to our collection’, The man simply nodded and asked one of the caretakers if they could have some private time with me. 

‘I knew what was coming, I got so scared and my breathing has heavy. I tried to leave, but the guy was holding my wrists tightly, the caretaker walked toward me and my fear overpower me completely.

‘I shifted, the couple was surprised and scared; the man finally let go of me. Back then I was almost 13 years old, my panther form was still young, but intimidating nonetheless. The rest of the day I was left alone by the rest of the visitors. Seeing a wild animal can be terrifying.

 

A bitter laugh left Yoongi’s lips. 

‘As I said, it didn't last. 

‘It was noon when they went into my room, I shared the space with other 3 hybrids, they went to the small chest in front of my bed and they took all my belongings and placed them inside a duffel bag. 

‘I was taken to the manager's office, there was a woman, she wore a lot of perfume and she looked at me with a disgusted face. I stood there while she signed some papers. I had a faint idea of what was happening but I could talk without permission. 

‘And just like that, this woman adopted me, she made me get in the truck of her expensive car. I don’t know how long I stayed there, but my senses were on overdrive, I was just taken like that. Nobody questioned it, nobody complained, and of course, nobody asked for my opinion.'

 

There was a faint smell of tangerines, it wasn't too strong. But that was about to change. 

‘When the car stopped, some buff guys opened the trunk and took me out of the car. I was dragged to a small room at the side of the house. They stripped me down and used a hose to give me a freezing cold shower. 

‘After they finished, they gave me a pair of underwear and took me inside the house. An older guy came to me, he had this sickening glint in his eyes. 

“Is this the panther?” He asked the woman that took me there, “yes, he is, still young, but this is it” she assured him. 

“WHAT?!! He was pissed, “I was promised a panther, not a scrawny stupid boy. WHERE IS THE ANIMAL?” He shouted, the woman just nodded and said, “maybe if you scare him a little he changes”. 

The man looked at me with a vile smile. He walk towards me and undid his belt. he was fast, I didn’t even realize he raised the belt.  He hit me with it. Over and over. I was so scared and embarrassed. I felt so humiliated, I was almost naked and wet. 

‘I wanted to cry, to run and hide, to scape. It was too much, the pain, the embarrassment, I wanted to die right there. But it was just the beginning. 

‘The stress and the belt were enough to make me shift. As soon as my panther form showed, the man laughed and clapped, “look at him, this is perfect”, he was over the moon. He took a collar and placed it on my neck, he attached a leash to it and forced me to follow him.’

The rotten tangerines were impossible to ignore, the scent was so powerful that Namjoon had to fight back the tears and the urge to throw up. Everything he was listening was horrendous. He looked at the hybrid, How is he alive?!.

He wanted to grab Yoongi and hide him, save him from the horror and the abuse. He wanted to hold him tight and keep him there, safe. But it wasn’t over. Yoongi started to talk again. 

‘I stayed in that form for almost a year. I couldn’t change back, he gave me some sort of drug that prevented the change. 

‘The first weeks he had visitors over the mansion, they would caress me while I was chained to a wall wearing a muzzle. Even if I moved back and growled, I couldn’t defend myself. My panther form was still a cub and there is so much you can do when you are chained. 

‘I was forced to eat animal food and do my private businesses in the garden, like an animal. He bought me a dog house, too small for me, but I had to sleep there. I wasn't allowed inside the house unless there were visitors that wanted to meet me. 

‘As time went on, the abuse became a daily thing, he would kick me or chain me for days. 

‘Sometimes he would starve me, that way he could move me around easily and do whatever he pleased with me. My fur was matted and dirty, there were some hairless spots in my tail from where he liked to pull it, he would give me cold showers with the hose and leave me in the cold night to dry. 

‘My body started to die, my fur was shedding and I could not stand in my legs, my ribs were visible; I was a living corpse. I was just waiting for death to claim me.’

 

‘I don’t know if it was sympathy, pity, or disappointment. I was laying inside the dog house, my mind was drifting away, I knew I was dying. I wanted to die, I couldn’t stand the abuse and the pain. Death was the only way out. Death was mercy. And then, my mind went black. I was dead. 

‘Or so I thought. 

‘When I woke up, I was in a hospital room. One of the nurses told me that I was left in front of the ER in my panther form. 

‘Now that I was back to my human self, everything hurt, all the scars and cuts that my animal form endured were more painful in human form. I stay there for a week, just to gain enough strength to be sent back to a shelter.

‘The new shelter was better, but I was so scared and damaged that it didn't matter how nice others were with me. I had panic attacks, nightmares, blackouts, severe depression, and anxiety. It took me some months to finally be able to have a full night's sleep. Being in my animal form for so long made me feral; nobody wanted to get near me or help me. 

 

‘I was 15 at the time.’

 

Namjoon was a sobbing mess. His heart hurt for the hybrid. He couldn’t phantom all the damage the panther suffered, the abuse, and the pain, it was too much. How do you move on from that? How can a person endure all of it and survive? How Yoongi did do it? .

He was angry, he wanted to destroy things, he wanted to kill every single person who mistreated the hybrid. 

He looked at the cat beside him, he had a calm expression, some tears were lingering in his cheeks at the memories, but his eyes only showed sadness. Without thinking, he wrapped his arms around the hybrid and crushed him in a hug. 

“You didn't deserve any of that. None of it. All this is so fucked up, nobody should live like this. Nobody!” the hybrid accepted the hug and waited for the human to calm down. The sour and pungent smell of pinewood was overwhelming, but he needed the hug, he needed the comfort. 

They stayed like that for some time, basking in the warmth and solace. When Namjoon stopped crying, the hybrid let go of him. “Want to continue?” Yoongi asked him. A simple nod.

‘I got adopted once again. This time by a rich daddy’s boy, he had other two hybrids, a bear and a deer. I never knew their real names, they were addressed by their animal, and he called me “the stupid cat”. 

‘Apparently, he wanted to start his own collection of wild hybrids. He was easy to please. It was like taking care of a kid, we had to cook for him, do his laundry, clean the apartment, that sort of stuff. 

‘At first, he wasn't physically violent, but he loved insults. He would call us names and make fun of us. He spent the majority of the time drunk or high. Not that we minded, it was easier for us to avoid him. But it changed quickly. Having submissive hybrids was a big temptation for him. 

‘He had a thing for aphrodisiacs, he constantly used them and forced us to, and of course, we were used to his pleasure. He wasn't particularly aggressive during sex, but he loved to degrade us during it; we got used to being called “whore, slut, bitch, useless, worthless, pet, and more”, and those are the light ones; I think you can imagine the rest. 

‘He was constantly horny, he would touch us at any given moment, and he forced us to sleep in the same bed as him. There were a couple of occasions when he drudged us, to make us more pliant. I got drugged, maybe 3 times, but I can remember what happen and what he did to me. And to be honest, I prefer it that way. 

‘Even if I can remember, I was so drugged that my body couldn’t register what was happening to me. I was numb and there was no pain.’

Yoongi exhales, he hasn't noticed that he was holding his breath at the memory. Even after all these years, the past still haunts him. Not in the same way, but he knows there is a part of him that will never forget. 

‘He started to use heavier drugs, and his periods of clarity were getting shorter and shorter. He always reeked, his scent was disgusting and one time I even threw up because of the smell. 

‘He became aggressive, not only with his words but also when having sex, he was brutal. I couldn’t take it anymore. Either of us could. We had enough. 

‘He was in the living room, completely naked and with a boner, he called for me. He wanted me to suck him off, I couldn’t be near him, the smell was too much. 

‘When I refused, he stood up and grabbed me by my ear, he wanted me to kneel, but he was weak and high, I freed myself from his hands. He didn't like that, so he grabbed my hair, pushing me to my knees, that time I had enough, I grabbed a lamp that was on the table and smashed it against his face. He fell backward and lost consciousness. 

‘When he came back, he called the police and reported me. The police were harsh and violent, but I pleaded with the Designation Act. That bought me some time. 

 

‘They contacted my previous shelter and they took care of it. They took a blood sample and called a certified doctor to conduct the rest of the tests. When the results came back, everybody was shocked. 

‘As soon as they Designated me as a human I demanded my case to be revised by a judge. It was fast, I wasn't punished or arrested for attacking the human, it was classified as “self-defense. 

‘The judge bowed to me and apologized on the behalf of the other humans that had hurt me in the past. He issued a rule, the government was going to give me a monthly allowance till I become an independent human. 

‘Unfortunately, part of the judge's ruling stated that I had to stay in a shelter for protection, even if I was legally a human, I also had trauma, and being left to myself could be dangerous. The only way for me to be free and enjoy my human rights was through adoption. 

 

‘Even if I was finally granted rights and freedom, I was still a prisoner. 

 

‘I was brought here because I am a human, I do not receive the training the rest of the hybrids do. I was given my own room, and I still receive the monthly allowance, but I can barely use the money, I have to buy and cater to my hobbies through the staff. 

‘Nobody can touch me without my consent, I cannot be forced to do anything and if any of the caretakers breaks any of those restrictions they can be sent to jail; because I am technically a human.  

'Regarding my shifting, spending too much time in our animal forms is not good. We stop thinking logically and we start depending on our instincts. Being abused as a cub definitely left a mark on my panther form. Whenever I change it because of stress or some sort of powerful emotion. 

It's been a while since my last shift. 

 

It has been years since I was designated.

 

I’ve been here ever since.’

Yoongi felt lighter, it was the first time he told his story. A sense of accomplishment overtook him. He was finally able to move on from his past. He can fully heal now. He spent the last years dealing with the trauma, and he’s been doing really well, he no longer has panic attacks or nightmares, he gets stressed or anxious but is bearable and not too often. 

He likes to learn new things, he developed a passion for music, so much so that he taught himself to play the keyboard, imagining it was a grand piano. He loves to write and read. Even with all the abuse and trauma from his past, Yoongi moved on, he overcame his troubles, and now, having shared his story with someone is the final step to being fully healed. 

It wasn’t the same for the human. Namjoon wanted blood and revenge, when Yoongi finished his story, he was seeing red. He was so angry and wanted to hunt down every single person that hurt Yoongi and make him suffer, just like they did to the hybrid. The panther spent the rest of their meeting time trying to comfort him and convince him that he is alright. 

Even if Namjoon knew about the abuse and the harsh conditions hybrids were forced upon, he never thought the abuse was this severe. He did though that Yoongi went through some physical and physiological abuse, but nothing like this. The story of Yoongi was harrowing. 

After all the horrors shared that afternoon, it was time to leave. Namjoon gave Yoongi one last tight hug and promised him that he was going to be back soon. On his way home Namjoon made a decision. First, he needed to convince his boyfriends not to adopt a hybrid. He wasn't sure how to do it, he knew his boyfriends were smitten and were insisting on adopting, but Namjoon wasn't going to let it happen. He completely refuses to be like one of those humans that once hurt Yoongi. Adopting a hybrid is not an option. That was final. 

Second, his perception of the hybrid completely shifted. He knew Yoongi was a badass, but he was also a survivor, he went through hell and made it out. Namjoon has never met someone so strong and powerful in his life. At that moment he decided that he wanted to be part of Yoongi's life. He wasn’t sure how to keep it from his boyfriend, he couldn't lie for eternity, but that was a problem for another day. Right now, his mind only focused on the terrible past the panther hybrid just shared with him. 

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After hearing Yoongi’s life story, Namjoon’s perception of the hybrid changed. He understood why the hybrid was so angry when they first met. Namjoon couldn’t blame him, if roles were reversed, he would also shout and curse at him for the tactless and ignorant questions and assumptions he had. 

He is extremely thankful for the panther, even with a rocky start, the hybrid was kind enough to share and educate the human. He also realized the strength and courage the hybrid had, not many could go through something like that and make it out. The fact that Yoongi was able to share his past and made peace with it, blew Namjoon’s mind. Yoongi was the bravest person Namjoon has ever met. 

Following the intense meeting, the pair became really close. Namjoon would visit him several times a week, he spent the afternoon in the hybrid’s room, listening to music, watching Yoongi in his old keyboard, or talking about their favorite books. Even if they knew each other for a short period of time, they consider each other friends. Namjoon grew fond of him and his relationship with the panther made him extremely happy. 

Yoongi never had a friend. He and the other hybrids talked and spent time together, but that was it, he couldn’t consider them his friends. Namjoon was different, he could engage in deep and interesting conversations, he could share his ideas and thoughts; he could share his hobbies and show his favorite things to the human. Having a friend was so new and exciting and Yoongi couldn’t hide his enthusiasm and eagerness whenever he was visited by Namjoon. He was smitten. 

The caretakers allowed Namjoon to stay after enclosure time, they notice the positive change in the hybrid, and maybe, if they allowed the boys to spend more time together, Namjoon would decide to adopt him.

The human arrived at the facility, with a simple greeting he went to the hybrid's room. Yoongi was waiting for him, he was working on a melody and he wanted to show it to Namjoon. He was able to smell the human the moment he crossed the front door of the facility. His tail betrayed him, it move side to side in excitement and his ears were following Namjoon’s steps through the hallway. His room filled with the sweet smell of tangerines and amber. Happiness . 

“Come in”, the hybrid indicated before Namjoon could knock. He went in and greeted his friend.

“Hey hyung, how you been? New melody?” He asked the panther, “Yes, I started it yesterday, but is not that good” he shrugged. 

“Let me hear it” the human offered. Yoongi started playing the keys, showing the melody to his friend. “mmmhhh… I see, maybe we can make some modifications later, right now I have a surprise for you”. Yoongi looked at him with excitement. 

Namjoon found out that there were so many things that Yoongi has never experienced, one of those was ice cream. When he found out that the hybrid had never eaten ice cream in his life, he almost lost it. He promised him to bring some the next time, so here he is, keeping his promise.

The hybrid looked at the container that Namjoon was holding, he knew about ice cream, some of the employees at the facility talked about it and one of his previous owners had a freezer filled with it. Of course, nobody offered him any, and he couldn’t ask for it, he wasn't allowed. 

He sat on his bed, waiting for Namjoon to remove the lid. The human offered him a spoon and placed the ice cream tube near him. 

“Just get a scoop of it”, the hybrid did, he grabbed a spoon and ate it; he felt a sudden pain in his head, he whined and looked at the human with murderous eyes. 

“Sorry, sorry, I forgot to tell you to eat it slowly, my fault” the human apologized. The pain in his head slowly subdued and the hybrid was not pleased.

“Is this a joke or what?!”, he was angry, “no, I promise it isn’t. Take another scoop, this time don’t eat all of it, just a small amount, you’ll see” the human encourages.  

Yoongi took another scoop and this time he ate the treat slowly. The flavor was amazing, he had chocolate before, but it never tasted this heavenly. He finished the ice cream with the spoon and quickly got another one. Namjoon laughed at the hybrid’s actions. “It's all yours,” he said and gave the container to him.

They stayed like that, not talking, just enjoying each other's company. The only sound in the room was the happy noises the hybrid was doing after each mouthful. He was on cloud nine, ice cream was the best thing in the world. Yoongi was so immersed in the ice cream that he didn't notice the small mess he was making, some of the frozen treat ended on his cheeks, and Namjoon couldn’t stop his laugh. 

“What is so funny?” The cat asked, “You are hyung. You have some ice cream on your face” he said. 

“Yah! Stop laughing, I’m still your hyung. Show me some respect”, “sorry hyung, I’ll stop” the human answered offering him a tissue so he could wipe his face. 

“It is your turn,” the hybrid said, “ My turn of what?”, Namjoon was confused, “to tell me about yourself, you already know my entire life history, I want to know yours” the hybrid explained. “Of course, what do you want to know?”, Yoongi stopped for a moment and answered, “Everything”.

‘Well, I am the youngest of three brothers. My father owns a small contracting company, mom is a full-time housewife. My childhood is extremely generic. I went to school, made some friends and all that. Because I was the youngest I was always pampered and spoiled. 

‘When I was in middle school I discovered hip hop, the poetry, and melodies were so addicting, I became obsessed with the culture and even started to write my own lyrics.'

 

Namjoon laughed at the memory of himself writing lyrics. Some of them were so ridiculous and silly, but some of them were actually really good. Witting lyrics so young only made him more in love with the written art. He continued. 

‘My parents weren’t pleased with it, but let me do it in my free time, as long as I kept the good grades.

‘In high school, I even started to attend underground venues and battles, I got to see so many amazing rappers and that became my goal. During this time I discovered another one of my passions, literature. 

‘One of my teachers found out about my affinity for books and he constantly recommended new titles to read. Rap and literature are quite similar, you know, the passion and soul artists and writers pour into their works its just…wow…. 

‘To this day, I’m still amazed about it, I still get goosebumps whenever I listen to Rakim, Tupac, or Nas. The sentiment is similar when I re-read Conrad or Coetzee or Foster Wallace. Back then, all I wanted to do was write and rap. School and grades were the least of my problems…’

 

“Do you still rap?”, the hybrid interrupted, “No, I don’t, not because I don’t want to, is just that…It's been so long and I don’t know if I can do it now.” Namjoon confessed. “Well, maybe if you give yourself a chance and practice a little, you could do it again” the hybrid offered.  “Maybe, I’ll think about it”. Yoongi smiled at his answer, he gave Namjoon the sweetest more beautiful gummy smile the human has ever seen. Cuteness attack. It should be illegal to be that cute. Namjoon cleared his throat and resumed to his story.

‘As I said, I became obsessed with them. My parents weren’t pleased AT ALL!

‘When they saw my report card, they were so angry and disappointed. Dad forbade me to go to any event that had to do with hip hop, my books were confiscated and I was given a warning. 

‘It wasn’t THAT bad, but life became dull, I lost interest in everything and everyone, the majority of my friends were from the underground circle, and at school, nobody wanted to talk to me about books or literature. I became depressed, my grades went up, though.’

 

He laughed at the memory, the laugh was humorless and empty. It was a sad memory, deep down, that still hurt him. He regains his focus and continued. 

‘It was during this time that I also started to question my sexuality. Some of my friends started to get girlfriends, they talked about going on dates and whatnot. 

‘I did get a girlfriend, but I felt nothing for her, we were together just because. I just couldn’t force myself to like her. 

‘Don’t get me wrong, she was beautiful, smart, and really kind, and that only served to make me feel even more of a douchebag; she deserved someone who truly loved her. We were together for almost 8 months. Mom and Dad were crushed when I ended my relationship with her.’

Namjoon remembers her. They met through a mutual friend, and they instantly clicked. She also loved literature and music. But even if they shared hobbies and passions, he couldn't love her, at least not romantically. When he broke up with her she completely understood, she wasn't angry or mad at him, she wished him the best and that was it. 

Namjoon was fond of her. A small smile rested on his lips at the memory. He cleared his throat and kept going.

‘When I finished high school, dad was proud of me, I managed to get into a prestigious university, and he choose finance, but I was miserable. 

‘I was good at it, but the thought of doing it my entire life terrified me, I couldn’t bear the anxiety and the pressure of doing something that made me so miserable. I had a mental breakdown during the first semester’s midterms; a classmate saw my panic attack and I was sent to the nurse’s office. 

‘I hated it, hated the fact that I was trapped. Not knowing what to do, the nurse offered me advice, she said I should take some extracurricular classes, nothing that was related to my curse, that way I could get a change of pace. So I did.

‘I wanted to choose the literature club, but I knew that going there was masochism. I ended up in a cooking class. It was there that I met him. Cooking classes were once a week, I didn’t see him for the first two weeks, but then he came, he entered the classroom looking so dashing.

'Kim Seokjin.

‘I probably drooled a little. Maybe I was unlucky or really lucky, but the professor assigned him to my station, so he could help me; I was and still am a walking hazard in the kitchen.'

 

Namjoon’s eyes crinkled at the memory of seeing Seokjin for the first time. Yoongi noticed how Namjoon’s scent became sweeter and stronger when he talked about his eldest boyfriend. It was really beautiful to watch. 

‘We became so close during that semester, I fell in love. Loving him was so easy, like breathing, I never felt like that before, I wanted to be around him all the time, and share my thoughts and worries with him. Having him around was calming and refreshing. He encouraged me to write again. The more time I spent with him, the less burned I felt from my degree and my parents. 

‘I knew I was in love, so I confessed; I was so nervous and scared. Maybe he didn't feel the same, but luckily he did, he said yes when I asked him to be my boyfriend. I was so whipped, still am.’

‘We meet Hobi next. We meet him during a party, some rich guy loved to host parties almost every weekend. The place was grand and a lot of people used them to mingle. I was forced by Jin to go, I was having some trouble concentrating and a party was a good distraction. 

‘Going to that party was a really good call.

‘He came to us, he had this huge ass smile plastered on his face, he radiated energy and positivity. Jin and I couldn’t stop staring at him. He was so friendly and nice, that we were instantly drawn to him. When we left to go back to the dorms, we thought we’d never see him again. Thank the universe we were wrong. 

‘We encountered him several times in the span of two weeks, we decided to exchange numbers and, just like it happened with Jin, we became close, all three of us spent all of our free time together. It felt so natural, comfortable, and safe. 

‘When Jin told me he feel for him I realized I did too. We proposed to him and he said yes. His smile after saying yes is engraved in my memory, one of my favorite things in the world.’

 

Namjoon sighed, “Everything okay?” Asked Yoongi, “Yeah, it's just that remembering everything is making me a little emotional,” he said. 

“It's okay. I don’t mind” the hybrid assured. The beautiful gummy smile made a second appearance and Namjoon, somehow, managed to keep going.

‘The honeymoon phase didn't last. Again, I started lacking in my studies. My parents started nagging at me, pushing me to do better, raise my grades, and focus. 

‘My boyfriends saw the stress I was going through. Seeing them getting so worried about me was painful, so I made a choice. I quit finance and changed to Literature. 

‘My parents were pissed, they were so disappointed, threatened me, and said that they were no longer going to support me. 

‘Luckily, I managed to get a hefty scholarship, and my boyfriends were so supportive. I couldn’t have made it without them. 

‘It only got worse, somehow they found out about me having two boyfriends. They called me one afternoon, dad started shouting and calling me names, and I could listen to my mother crying in the back. They said so many things to me that day, some of those I still remember, and sometimes it still hurts. 

‘They said I was no longer their son, I wasn’t allowed back at home, they said they rather see me dead. They canceled the contract for the apartment and I was kicked out of there, Seokjin took me in. After some months, Hobi joined us too.’

 

“That is awful,” Yoongi told him, he placed his hands on the back of Namjoon, rubbing it in a soothing motion. “Thank you, I made peace with it. I do miss my parent sometimes though”. 

“Who came next?” The hybrid asked curiously. Namjoon laughed.

‘Jimin and Tae came together, they’ve always been a two package deal. They were already good friends before we meet. Jin was looking for someone who could make a photoshoot, it was for his final project. 

‘One of his classmates gave him Tae’s number. The boy showed up at our place wearing a beret and looking classy. Along him was another boy, he had pink hair back then and looked so squishy and soft. Jimin was so embarrassed that his cheeks were red the entire time. 

‘They were about to leave when Hobi arrived home, he shouted and ran to the pink-haired boy, he hugged him and started chatting, catching up. 

‘Apparently, Jimin and Hobi shared a dance class in the past and somehow became close friends, but the next semester their class didn't match, so they barely saw each other. 

‘That night they stayed for dinner. Hobi invited Jimin to the apartment so often that the boy slept at the apartment 6 out of 7 nights, of course, Tae was always there too. Wherever they are, there is always the two of them. 

 

‘Some months went by and the relationship between the 5 of us was so strong, we developed a routine, and being around each other was so instinctive that being separated was painful. 

‘We were having dinner all 5 of us when Tae said what the rest of us was not brave enough to say, “so….We are all together now? Like together, like boyfriend and boyfriend?” He asked while eating his chicken nuggets. We all were surprised but in a good way. 

‘Evidently, we all felt the same way. And that was it, we were together.’

 

Namjoon laughed, it was light and refreshing. Tae was always open and direct, one of Namjoon’s favorite treats of his boyfriend. He remembers how startled everybody was at that dinner table, all blushing and laughing at the absurdity of the situation. 

He saw the smile in the hybrid, it was soft and warm and he kept going.

‘Finally came Kookie, we’ve met him on our weekly date. We went to this beautiful restaurant to have dinner. We were served by this cute waiter, he had the most beautiful eyes I’ve ever seen, and his voice was soft and low. 

‘I noticed the rest of my boyfriends watching him too. We were about to leave when we heard some shouting. Something was going on in the kitchen, one of the managers was shouting some awful stuff to a waiter. 

‘We could hear everything, then a small cry. Jin stood up and walked there, we followed him, he is prone to go in “protective mode” and act recklessly. 

‘Inside the kitchen was the pretty waiter, he was soaked in food, the manager was shouting at him, calling him names and threatening him. We all saw red. Jin walked in front of the boy and faced the manager, he told him he was getting sued for mistreatment and abuse.'

The human grimaced at the memory of his boyfriend covered in food and crying. 

‘We left the restaurant with the boy, his name was Jungkook and he was getting his degree as a video game developer, he worked part time at the restaurant to pay the bills. He was so shy and quiet. Now, he is one of the most shameless people I know, sometimes even more than Jimin. 

‘Jin invited him over constantly, he cooked for him and made sure he was properly fed and cared for. He moved in, and similar to Jimin and Tae, he slowly became part of our relationship. 

‘We were complete now, the love we share and have for each other only grew with time. I can’t imagine my life without any of them.’

“That sounds great” the hybrid admitted. “It is, we’ve been together for three years now” Namjoon confessed, his woodsy scent of pinewood filling Yoongi’s room, mixing with his own scent. It was so calming and comforting, Yoongi got lost in the new blend of smells that he almost didn't hear Namjoon speaking again.

‘After college, one of Jin’s classmates opened his own restaurant and hired Jin as his Head Chef; the place became an instant success. 

‘Hobi and Jimin got some loans and managed to open a small dance studio, they managed to work with some important idol companies as choreographers and got a highly respected reputation, last year they opened a bigger place and they have a huge waiting list for their courses. 

‘Tae became friends with a Japanese model, she was starting her career, Taehyung made all of her photoshoots, they became well known among celebrities and famous people, he works as a freelancer. 

‘Jungkookie just finished his degree, he is talking with some investors, he is planning to create his own company, he wants to create video games. 

‘As for me, after I got my degree in Literature, I got a job at Seoul Editorial, I meet some amazing people there and wrote some things myself, the Editorial published my work and I made good money; I opened my own publishing house, “Rkive Editorial”. 

 

‘We moved to a bigger apartment just two years ago.’

 

“….if you have such an amazing life, why are you thinking of adopting a hybrid?” The panther was confused, Namjoon and his boyfriends are really happy together, Why would they need a hybrid? . 

“Well…. Truth is, we work so much, and there are days when we can’t be all of us together, we tried to be as close as before, but adult life keeps getting in the way. A friend of ours told us about hybrids, he has one and the idea was so appealing and attractive that we started to consider it. I wasn’t so sure about it, I barely knew anything about hybrids and I didn't want to make a decision without all the proper information. 

‘That is why I came here, I wanted to know as much as I could about your kind. Now I know I made the right choice, knowing what I know now makes me realize how fucked up everything is. Whenever I think about it, I can’t help getting angry. I won’t adopt any hybrid, it is wrong. The problem is that my boyfriends keep insisting on it, so….yeah” the human confessed. 

“I see…” Yoongi said, there was something in his eyes, longing? Sadness?, but Namjoon was oblivious to it. 

Watching the clock he realized it was really late, he needed to get back home. He stood up and hugged the hybrid, it was part of their routine. “Sorry hyung, I have to go now. I’ll try to come back tomorrow, okay?” He said, “Yeah, okay. See you tomorrow” the panther bid him a farewell. They exchanged a couple of more goodbyes and Namjoon left; leaving a sad Yoongi behind.

When Namjoon said he was never going to adopt a hybrid, Yoongi’s heart broke a little. A part of him was hoping that, maybe, just maybe, Namjoon would want to adopt him. After becoming friends with the human, Yoongi realized that he wasn’t like the rest, he knew Namjoon would never hurt him or force him to do something he didn’t want. And he started to hope, to wish to be adopted by the kind and sweet human. The only human Yoongi trusted was the one that would never adopt him.

He was heartbroken. 

“Where is him?”, “I don’t know, he keeps getting late and I called his office and they told me he left really early,” Jin said. 

“I’ve also noticed something different, he keeps getting late, saying he has places to be, I know he is hiding something,” Hobi said. 

“What do you think he is hiding?” Jimin asked, “I don’t know, but I think we should talk it out, whatever it is that is going on with him,” said Jin. 

“The sooner the better” added Jungkook. “I just got a text, he is on his way,” Jin said while replying to their boyfriend.

“I think this is our chance, we need to talk to him, we know he's been lying to us and we are worried” Tae encouraged, “Very well, let's talk to him”. With a course of action set in place, the 5 boys were determined to find out what was going on with their sixth boyfriend. They needed answers. 

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He was in the enclosure, the caretakers kept nagging at him to get some vitamin D. Ever since the hybrid started his meetings with Namjoon, he spend the entire afternoon inside, so he barely got any sun time. 

He was resting under his Neem tree, trying to concentrate on the book. There was so much noise and the hybrids were more active than on other days. Yoongi was getting angry by the minute. He was about to snap at a pair of dog hybrids that were running around him and the tree. Before he could shout and curse, his least favorite caretaker came to collect him. He took him back to his room, the moment he stood on the other side of the door, he knew something was terribly wrong. 

Yoongi knew Namjoon was visiting today, he thought it was going to be one of their normal visits, but when the human arrived he noticed something bad happened with his friend. 

The strong, pungent, and sour scent of pinewood invaded his nostrils. Anger. Sadness. That was all the hybrid could smell. He opened the door with force, to see his friend sitting in his bed and looking at the ground. 

The hybrid got near to the human, he held his hands and made subtle circles on his knuckles, trying to calm him. Unconsciously, his scent spiked, mixing it with Namjoon’s creating a beautiful combination.

Even if the human couldn’t completely smell the delicious mix, somehow he felt the comfort emanating from the hybrid. He took a deep breath and looked at his friend. “Are you okay?” The cat asked him, “I don’t know” he said. 

“Something happened?” Hey asked again, “Yes, I fought with my boyfriends, we never fought like that. We had disagreements in the past, but never like this. They are so angry with me. I am sacred hyung. What if they want to break up with me? What will I do?” Yoongi’s heart broke a little, hearing his friend so heartbroken was painful. “Why don’t you tell me what happened?” He offered. Namjoon gave a small nod and started to recollect the events from the previous night.

[Flashback]

Namjoon was happy. Talking with Yoongi always made him happy, the hybrid was such a great listener; he had a cute side that was only for Namjoon, he was sure that no one in the facility has ever seen the beautiful gummy smile of the panther. 

He practically skipped home, he was so relieved and satisfied. Sharing his life story with Yoongi was amazing, he considered the hybrid a close friend, and sharing their own stories definitely created a deep bond between them. 

He was punching the code to his front door, the smell of food filled his nostrils and he drooled. Jin was home, usually, Jin would get home late at night, and the restaurant where he worked was busier in the evenings. Having him here to cook dinner for them was definitely a treat. 

He entered, took off his shoes, and went to the kitchen, he found all of his boyfriends cramped in there. “Joonie, you are home” Tae screamed and jumped in the arms of his lover, “Hey there baby, how was today?”, “Meh, the photoshop was canceled, apparently one of the models got the flu and they couldn’t find a replacement. They moved the photo shoot for next week, I am getting paid double though” the male shared. 

“Really?!”, “yeah, is part of the business,” the younger said. 

“How about the rest of you?” He asked looking at the rest of his boyfriends, “Good I think, I got to meet with the CEO of a software company, he is interested in my project and I think he will be a good investor” said Kook, he was stealing some cut carrots while Jin was looking away. 

“We’ve got a huge contract with a big entertainment company, apparently they are going to debut a new girl group and they want us to choreograph them,” said Hobi, Jimin was behind him, nodding his head vigorously. 

“And you love?” He looked at his older boyfriend; “Great, somebody rented the restaurant, apparently she is proposing to her girlfriend, I just went there and supervised the chefs, when they finished I was allowed to leave. It’s been a while since I got home this early in my work days” he said and laughed at the statement. 

“How about you hyung?” Jimin asked looking at the male. “Great, today was a busy day at the office” Namjoon lied. The rest of the boys didn't question him, they knew he was lying, Jin told them that he called his office and they told him he left early. 

Getting everything ready for dinner, they finished their designated tasks. Jin and Hobi brought the food to the table and the rest followed sitting in the huge dinner. They began to eat, praising the chef’s food. 

Jin went to the kitchen and came back with dessert, it was chocolate soufflé. Everybody got themselves a serving of the treat; Namjoon couldn’t avoid the little smile that graced his lips, eating the dessert made him remember a certain hybrid with chocolate ice cream all over his face. 

The rest of the boys saw the smile on their boyfriend’s face, “what is it hyung?” Asked the youngest, “Nothing, it's just delicious” Namjoon said. They knew he was lying, they’ve been together for so long that lying to each other is almost impossible.

They finished dinner in silence, the dessert was no longer sweet. They cleaned the table and washed the dishes. It was still early and neither of them was used to going to sleep this soon. 

“Hey, let's watch a movie, it’s been ages” Namjoon proposed. “Actually…..” Jin said, “Yes?”, “We were wondering if we could talk to you,” said Taehyung. 

“Talk about what?” Namjoon asked. “Lest go to the living room and sit” proposed Hobi. Without a word, all the boys moved to the living room, they all sat in their usual places. 

“What is it you want to talk about?” asked Namjoon, “We’ve been noticing some changes in you dear” started Jin, “Changes?” Namjoon raised his brows at the statement. 

“Yes, changes, and we were wondering if you are okay?” Jimin said, “What changes?”, “Well, for starters, you are getting late from work,” said Kookie. 

“Well, I have tons of papers to read and sign and I want to end them before getting home”, he defended “Then why do you keep staying up late working in your office when you are home?” Tae inquired. 

Shit! It was true, ever since he started to visit the hybrid regularly, he left so much unfinished work at the office, that he didn't have any other choice but bring it home and finish it during the night. The lack of response confirmed the accusations. 

“I’ll ask again, Is everything okay?” Jin reiterated; he used a tone that was reserved for his staff, it was low and strong and could make even the strongest man look down, Namjoon wasn’t the exception. 

He was caught, but he still decided to play dumb, he wasn’t sure if he was ready to reveal his relationship with Yoongi. Namjoon wasn’t ashamed about the hybrid, quite the contrary, but he didn't know how his boyfriends were going to react to the news. “Yes, everything is fine,” he said.

Jin released a deep sigh, he was getting impatient, if there’s something he hated with his heart was been lied to. “Come on Joonie, we are not stupid we know you are lying,” he said. 

“I don’t know what you are talking about”, “Please, don’t lie to us, we know something is going on” Hobi interjected. 

“I’ve told you, everything is alright!” he answered back. Namjoon was a patient man, he obviously loved his boyfriends with all his heart, but one thing he hated was people questioning his actions; his parents did that all the time. Anger started to build up. 

“Please hyung, don’t lie” Jimin whined, “We know you are lying” added the maknae. “What are you talking about?”, he questioned them. This was the breaking point for Jin. 

“STOP IT, OKAY! I called your office today, it was during lunch break, your secretary told me that you left early, I asked where and she didn't know, she also told me that you’ve been leaving the office at noon. Don’t lie, we don’t know what is going with you, we are worried about you Namjoon.” The rest of the boys looked at their eldest boyfriend, angry tears were staining his cheeks, Jimin and Taehyung went to him, hugged the older man, and kept him close trying to comfort him. 

Jin didn't mean to snap like that, he was truly worried and wanted to make sure that nothing serious or dangerous was happening to Joon, but the fact that his boyfriend kept denying everything, only made it worse. Jin couldn’t help but cry, he felt helpless and frustrated. They promised never to lie or keep secrets. 

The tension in the room was evident, if Yoongi was there he definitely be complaining about the awful scents in the house. The soulmates remained latched to his eldest boyfriend, trying to calm him down, the maknae was held by Hobi, he hated conflict and he was a little sensitive to shouting; some tears were staining his cheeks. It was evident that they were deeply affected by Namjoon’s actions. When Namjoon saw the tear’s in his lovers' eyes he cursed at himself. He hated whenever one of his boyfriends cried, but the fact that Jin and Jungkook were crying because of him made him feel like a douchebag. He knew that his lovers were worried about him, he knew that they cared for him and they weren’t questioning him because they were doubting him, they wanted to know that he was okay. The concern came from the love they share, not from jealousy. 

Knowing that he had to come clean, he released a deep sigh. He wasn’t sure how to address the whole situation. He knew how much his boyfriends wanted a hybrid; after they talked to their friend, they became so invested in the topic that most nights it was the only thing they could talk about. At first, Namjoon was also smitten by the idea of adopting a hybrid, he had his doubts, and that is why he ended up at the adoption facility the day he meet Yoongi. 

The reason why they haven't adopted a hybrid was simple, they wanted to go all together, so they could decide which hybrid they liked the most; because of their personal schedules, it was difficult to find a day that worked for all of them. There were several occasions when their schedules matched, but every time Namjoon said he couldn’t, he was buying time. He wasn't sure how to stop them. Of course, he wanted to tell his boyfriends about his breakthrough in regard to hybrids, he was sure that his boyfriends will oppose adopting if they knew the truth; however, a part of him, the selfish part of him, wasn’t ready to share Yoongi. 

The relationship with the hybrid was special. Yoongi helped him to see things in a different way, the panther was really smart, and the way he expressed himself and the ability to talk with him about books, music, and pretty much any other topic was a great experience. Yoongi was HIS friend after all. He wanted to keep him for himself. He was starting to get conflicted with his own feelings. The panther was exceptional and he got a special place in Namjoon’s heart. Any of his boyfriends made their way that fast to his heart and mind. Even if his relationship with his boyfriends was strong and they had been together for three years; the new dynamic and feeling for the hybrid were equally as strong. Besides, he hadn't figured out how to address the topic, how to convince them not to adopt. He didn't know where to start, there was so much he's learned in the past months that trying to summarize it was hard. But his time was up. They caught him in his lie and he had to face the consequences of it. 

“Jin love, Kookie baby, I am so sorry for making you cry, you have all the right to be angry at me,” he said to his eldest and youngest boyfriends. “I think all of you need to take a seat,” he told the rest of the boys. Slowly they all squeezed themselves onto the couch. They looked at Namjoon. Having all his boyfriends looking at him like that was making him nervous, he was under the spotlight. Namjoon paced around the living room, he was trying to organize his thoughts. He didn't know where to start. The boys watched Namjoon pacing from side to side, they knew he was trying to settle his mind; they waited patiently for him to talk. After a couple of more minutes, he stopped his pacing and looked at his lovers. “Okay… I guess I’ll start from the beginning” he said. 

“The thing is…mmmhhh… it’s about the hybrid thing” he started, “okay…?”, “well I know you are excited about the idea of adopting, don’t get me wrong, I was excited too”, “You were ?” Asked Hobi. 

“Yes, I was, but I also had my doubts. I mean, how much do we really know about hybrids?” Hey asked his boyfriends, “Well, they are part human and part animal, some can shift and they are good companions” Jimin said.  How do hybrids have to do with Namjoon leaving early from work and lying to them?. They were confused. “Yeah, so what's the point?” Tae remarked, “okay, okay, let me finish, please. What Jimin said is true, but…what else do you know about them?!” 

He asked again with more insistence, they remained silent, trying to remember what they were told back in high school about hybrids. “That is, why? What does this has to do with you lying to us?”, Jin asked him; he was losing his patience. 

“Please bear with me, this has to do with everything” Namjoon assured them. The boys gave him a simple nod. “So, that’s all you know?” He asked for the third time; they all nodded and Namjoon sighed. 

“That is the problem. Ever since Joonwoo told us about his hybrid, the idea of us adopting one has been pretty much the only thing we talked about. I get it, I was excited too and I wanted to adopt, but there were so many things that I didn't know and I just can make a decision if I don’t know all the data” he explained. 

“…that is why I went to a hybrid adoption facility” he finally confessed. 

His boyfriends looked at him, first with shock, then with anger. They promised that they were going to go all together to the adoption facility; they promised!. They felt betrayed, they wanted to adopt a hybrid, and the fact that Namjoon was going on their backs felt horrible. 

It wasn’t the fact that he went, well a part of it was; the big problem was that every time the planned to go to a shelter or a hybrid facility, Namjoon insisted he couldn’t. They understood, they were patient, they knew that he had some doubts and they were willing to wait for him to be ready. But he went behind their backs, he acted alone. 

“You did what?!”, Tae shouted at him, “hyung! We promised we were going together” Jimin added. 

“I know, I know and I am really sorry for breaking my promise”, “Why did you break it in the first place?”, an angry Hobi asked. 

“I just told you, we barely know anything about hybrids, how would we know that we can adopt one? How can we be sure that a hybrid is a good addition to our family?” He retorted.

“Well, we were supposed to find out TOGETHER!” Jin spat. They were angry, so angry at Namjoon, they are a team, they’ve always trusted each other and they have never ever broken a promise before. 

“Yes, I know. And you have all the right to be mad, I know that we made that promise and I am deeply sorry to break it, but I needed to be sure”, he pleaded, “Sure of what?”, Kookie asked. He felt betrayed, it was evident in his eyes. Namjoon hated that look on him.

“That a hybrid was a good option. Like I said, we barely knew anything about them, How can we be sure that adopting one is a good idea?! I wasn’t even sure if I wanted to adopt a hybrid!”. 

“That is exactly WHY WE WERE SUPPOSED TO GO TOGETHER!” Jin was seeing red. Namjoon wasn’t getting it, they were going together to find out if they wanted a hybrid or not. But now, he went all by himself, going over their boyfriend's wishes. 

Namjoon was getting really angry. Why can’t his boyfriends understand his reasoning? Why can’t they see that he was unsure and wanted to get some answers before making a decision? he knew he fucked up, but they are not listening, they are not trying to understand his reasoning. Namjoon's anger was getting out of hand, they were missing his point entirely. What Namjoon failed to understand was that his boyfriends were mad, not because he had doubts about getting a hybrid, but because he lied to them and also acted on their backs; he couldn’t understand that his boyfriends felt betrayed. Either of them was willing to compromise and listen, they let their emotions take over, and now there was a huge misunderstanding. 

Nobody spoke, they remained silent, they were angry. The boys at Namjoon and Namjoon at them. If the hybrid were there he probably would’ve left the room. 10 minutes became 20 and the anger wasn’t subduing. Hobi took a deep breath, trying to calm down, he knew that everybody was pissed and he was too, but they needed to fix the situation. 

“Okay, you went there and…?”, he directed his words at Namjoon. The rest of them looked at him, waiting for him to answer. 

“Well, I had so many questions, the employees at the facility assured me that hybrids were good companions and all that”, “so where is the problem?”Tae was confused. 

Namjoon wasn’t sure if he could mention Yoongi, he didn't want to share his story without his consent, the panther told him about his past in confidentiality and he couldn’t break the trust they had. “Well, I got to meet some hybrids and I don’t think adopting one is a good idea”, he finally said. 

“Why not? Are they rude or something?” Jimin was trying hard to follow his boyfriend's line of thought. “No, not at all, it's just that it's wrong” he finally said. 

“How do you know is wrong?” Jin questioned, “Well, for the past several weeks I’ve been visiting the facility, trying to gather more information,” he said. It wasn't a lie, but he choose not to mention a certain hybrid. 

“So you’ve been going regularly?” Jungkook asked, he was hurt, How could he do this? . “How long?”, “How long what?”, “HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN GOING BEHIND OUR BACKS?!”Jin lost it. This has been going on for weeks. WEEKS!.  

“Almost two months”, Namjoon knew he screwed up big time. The anger in his boyfriend's faces was clear, they felt angry, sad, and betrayed. 

“Were you even planning to tell us?” Hobi questioned, “Of course, I was going to tell you”. “It looks like you had other plans”, Tae's accusatory tone made Namjoon sick. 

“So what now? Huh? What do we do now?” Jimin asked in an angry and sarcastic tone, “What do you mean?” Namjoon asked back, “Well, you've been visiting hybrids, looks like you know plenty about them, so What now? Are we finally going to go together to adopt one? Or were you planning to adopt without consulting us?”. 

“No, of course not. I wasn't going to make a decision without consulting with you” Namjoon assured. “Then is settled. Tomorrow we are going to the facility, so we can see which hybrid to adopt” Jin order. 

WHAT?! WERE THEY NOT LISTENING TO HIM?! WERE THEY NOT PAYING ATTENTION? !. Namjoon’s mouth went dry, he felt a void in his stomach and rage started to pump through his veins. He remembered Yoongi, he remembered everything he told him about his past, he remember the pain and the cruelty and the mistreatment and abuse the hybrid suffered, he wasn't going to be like those people who hurt him. 

The boys silently agreed to Jin’s plan, tomorrow they were going hybrid hunting. In their minds, Namjoon visiting the facility had settled his doubts. Maybe if they went together, the problem will go away and they could finally get what they wanted. They were so wrong. 

“NO!” Namjoon shouted, “No what?” They were startled by the sudden noise, “I said NO”, Namjoon repeated. 

“No what?” Jungkook asked again, “WE ARE NOT ADOPTING A HYBRID!”, his voice was loud and clear, “I REFUSE TO DO SO” he stated. They all looked at him in bewilderment. 

“Why is that huh?” Jin spat back, “Apparently you didn't listen when I was trying to explain my actions. But my decision is final. I won’t adopt a hybrid!”, ”Well, you lost that privilege the moment you acted behind our backs. Whether you like it or not, tomorrow we are going to the hybrid facility” Jin wasn't having it, if Namjoon could go against their wish, they could definitely do it too.  

Namjoon couldn’t believe his ears, his boyfriends were following through with the adoption. He loved them, but he couldn’t do it. He refuses to do it. his mind was filled with Yoongi, all the memories he has created, but also all the sadness, the anger, and the damage he has endured. To Namjoon, Yoongi was his friend, his family. 

“In that case, good luck to you. I refuse to be part of it”, his voice was calm and low, he looked at his lovers, and his heart broke; he loved those boys with everything he had, but he also couldn’t follow through. Knowing what he knows, knowing about the terrible conditions, the abuse, and the severe training the hybrids went through to be “proper pets” Namjoon would stab himself first than force a hybrid in that position. 

“If this is your final decision, I wish you get what you want, I wish that everything works out. I am truly sorry for lying and for going against your backs. But here is where I paint my limit. I refuse to adopt a hybrid” with that last statement, he stood from the seat he was at, and walked to the front door, he got his shoes and his coat. Before he could walk out of the door, he looked back, “Just remember they are not pets, they don’t deserve it. Good luck tomorrow” and he was gone. 

The rest of the guys were surprised, Namjoon has never acted that way. There was definitely something wrong, he would never leave a conversation or an argument just like that. They also saw the sadness and sorrow in his eyes, Namjoon knew something, they didn't know what it was, but whatever it is, definitely had a huge impact on their boyfriend. 

That night Namjoon slept at a hotel. He loved his boyfriends dearly, but he refuses to be part of it. He just couldn’t. Even if it breaks his heart. 

[End of flashback]

The panther’s heart clenched, hearing his dear friend so heartbroken, whining for his lovers was so devastating, the sour smell of tangerines and pinewood was a clear indication of the distress, the sadness, and the pain they were experiencing. Namjoon stayed in Yoongi’s arms, the panther kept holding him close, a soft hand caressing his hair. None of them talk, there was no need, they could read the silence, they knew. They spent the rest of the afternoon like that, the panther never letting go of the human, making sure his friend was safe. Yoongi didn’t know how to fix a broken heart. Visiting time ended, and Namjoon had to leave. He gave Yoongi a final hug and went back to his hotel room.

Yoongi felt so guilty, if he hadn’t said anything to Namjoon, he and his boyfriends would have never fought. He cared and loved his friend dearly, but watching him so distressed and hurt broke something inside of him. Maybe it was time to let the human go, he had his people, his boyfriends, and being friends with Yoongi only brought him heartache. Yoongi had to break his friendship with the only person in the world that cared for him. He rather live in misery than watch his best and only friend suffer. Nothing good ever lasted for Yoongi, at this point, he should be used to it. 

It was nice while it lasted. 

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It's been a week since the fight, a week since Namjoon left. They were processing the situation in different ways. 

Kook and Tae were angry, they felt cheated and betrayed. They were the more excited ones about a hybrid. The fact that Namjoon had gone behind their backs for so long and also refused to adopt was outrageous; How could he? He should’ve said something sooner, maybe if he had talked to them and shared his doubts, they would’ve found a different solution, but he didn't, he chose to lie and hide everything from them. They were really hurt.

Jimin, on the other hand, was terribly sad, after Namjoon left that night he spent the rest of the evening crying, he couldn’t sleep and Jin and Hobi had to hold him throughout the night. The rest of the week was spent crying and sobbing, he missed him and was really worried about his boyfriend; he was also hurt and a little angry, but the sadness was greater. Namjoon was so soft for Jimin and he knew it, he was so gentle and caring with him, even when they cuddle, always tender touches and sweet words. ‘I love you so much Jiminie, you are so beautiful, so smart, so kind; I am lucky to be yours’ were the things Namjoon would tell him every night before bed. Now Jimin went to sleep in complete darkness, with no tender words to calm his mind. Where was his Namjoonie?  

Hoseok didn't know how to feel, for starters, he was angry, Namjoon lied to them so easily, he tried to play them; he was also disappointed, not only at his boyfriend but at himself, he kept wondering if maybe, the reason why he didn't say anything was because he didn't trust him or he made him feel like he couldn’t talk to anybody; after Namjoon left, he remembered how his boyfriend tried to explain the situation but they didn't let him. Namjoon’s refusal should’ve been enough for them; he was a smart guy he never did things without thinking them through, Maybe he had a reason to act the way he did? 

Jin was confused, angry, sad, and worried. Namjoon was his first boyfriend, he loved him so much, he had always been the foundation of their relationship, he always took the hardships and overcame them, the fact that he lied hurt so much, but the moment he walk out that door, his heart literally broke. He was so worried about him. Namjoon had a tendency to overwork himself, and because of it, sometimes he forgets to eat or sleep; ever since that day Jin can’t stop thinking about him, Has he eaten? Did he sleep? Is he working? Is he safe?  The worry and sadness were too much for him. 

He checked on him through his secretary, he would call her and ask about Namjoon. Namjoon’s final words were playing over and over again in his head, ‘…But here is where I paint my limit. I refuse to adopt a hybrid”, “Just remember they are not pets, they don’t deserve it. Good luck tomorrow’ , the way he said those things, with such determination, Jin knew there was more to that, something happened during his visits to the facility that make a great impact on his boyfriend. He needs to figure out what. 

Nobody went to the hybrid facility, even though they were eager to visit the hybrids, they couldn’t do it without Namjoon. By the end of that week, Jin had enough, he need to see him and make sure he was alright. Jin wants him back, no, he NEEDS his boyfriend back. He called his secretary, but she refuse to share the information about Namjoon’s whereabouts. Jin was having none of it. He drove all the way to Rkive Editorial, he marched to the secretary's desk and very clearly stated his demand; the poor girl had no other choice but to give him the address of the hotel where Namjoon was staying. 

It was almost noon when Jin arrived at the front desk of the “ Grand Seoul Hotel”. He asked about his boyfriend’s room, the receptionist wasn't sure to share the information, but Jin gave her his most charming smile. 3 minutes later he was getting into the elevator to his boyfriend's hotel room. His room was located on the seventh floor, room number 732, he stood in front of the door. His nervousness caught up to him, he wasn't entirely sure what to say to him, he was still angry, but most of all, he missed him, he need to hug him and make sure he was okay. He tried to relax as much as possible, he took some deep breaths and reminded himself that this was Namjoon, his Namjoon. With a clear goal in mind, he knocked on the door. 

He heard something falling and a small thud. Then the door opened revealing an overworked Namjoon. He stood there, with the door wide open in front of Jin. “H-hi,” he said in a really small voice. 

“Hi” Jin answered, “May I come in?” He asked, “Yeah, I guess”, Namjoon moved from the door to allow Jin to enter. Jin's heart broke even more, cups of instant ramyon were lying on the floor, tons of water bottles and snack wrappers; he looked at the table in the small living room of the suite, three piles of documents and papers covering the small table. 

He looked back at Namjoon, his face was thinner, he had huge bags under his eyes, his hair was disheveled and the small facial hair on his chin indicated how poorly he’s been taking care of himself. Jin wanted to hug him, bathe him, feed him and make him sleep for at least 12 hours. That is not his Namjoon. 

“What are you doing here?”, Namjoon finally asked, “I came to see you,” Jin said, “Why?”, the tone of voice, low and small made Jin’s stomach churn; there were no traces of the confident man he called his boyfriend. 

“Because I am worried, look at you? When was the last time you had a full meal? Or the last time you slept?” He scolded him because even though he was still mad at him, he cared deeply. Namjoon only shrugged his shoulders, he didn't care. 

When he left that night he was so angry, he tried to explain his reasons, he wanted them to understand his decisions, but they didn't listen; he managed to make a reservation in a hotel, and he cried himself to sleep that night. The next day he visited Yoongi, and he told him about the fight with his boyfriends. The hybrid, as always listened to him, comforted him and he offered him his shoulder to cry; after he came back to the hotel he realized how selfish and pathetic he was. The panther had endured so much more trauma and pain, and he was crying and whining all over the place. He wanted to go to the hybrid, but the poor panther didn't deserve to deal with his problems on top of his personal trauma. 

Having Jin here, looking at him like that was so embarrassing, he wants to hide and die. Jin noticed Namjoon’s red cheeks and puffy eyes, he was crying. He missed Jin so much, even though they fought, he still loved him with his entire heart. “Oh babe, come here” Jin opened his arms to Namjoon, but he didn't move, he knew that he made a huge mistake by lying to them, he knew all of that could have been avoided, only if he wasn't so jealous about the guys meeting Yoongi. 

Jin kept his arms extended, waiting for his boyfriend to get closer, when he realized that Namjoon wasn't moving, he took the matter into his own hands. He went straight to him and wrapped him in a tight and warm hold. Hi caressed his dirty hair and his back, Namjoon definitely lost weight this past week. Fuck!. Jin wanted to let go, Namjoon’s smell was awful, but he needed to hold him. Jin felt something wet on his shoulder, Namjoon was crying. Holding him even tighter, he whispered sweet nothings in his ear, trying to calm the poor boy. They don’t know for how long they stood there, in each other embrace, it took some time to finally calm down Namjoon. 

Jin moved away from him and held his face, “You know I love you so much, right?”, he needed to say it. A small tear rolled from Namjoon’s eyes, he gave a small nod. Jin dragged him to the bathroom, he went to the bathtub and filled it, checking the temperature; he made Namjoon sit on the toilet lid, and went back to the bedroom to find some clean clothes. 

There wasn't much, apparently, Namjoon brought some of the spare clothes he keeps in his office. He found a pair of sweats and a white shirt. He enter the bathroom, Namjoon was looking at the floor, contemplative. “Can I bathe you?” He asked him, again a simple nod. Namjoon was silent, he complied with Jin’s orders, and he allowed his boyfriend to move him accordingly. Jin made sure to be gentle and careful. After the bath, he help him with the clean clothes, brushed his hair, and order some food. 

Room service was fast, he order so much food, but he needed to feed his lover. They sat on the bed and ate in complete silence. Jin wanted to ask so many questions, he wanted to understand why Namjoon lied, why he didn't talk to them, and why he was against the adoption. There were so many questions in his head. 

“Yoongi”, Namjoon broke the silence after his last bite. “What?”, Who the hell is that?!. “That's the name of the hybrid I met”, “okay…?”. Jin was so confused. Namjoon pinched his nose, and looked at his boyfriend, he had to tell him, “When we started talking about the possibility of adopting a hybrid I wasn't really sure. I didn't know anything about them, nothing at all; but I didn't want to say anything, you all looked so excited and happy about the idea, I didn't want to burst your bubble”. Jin wasn't expecting that, he didn't know how his boyfriend felt; he never asked him. 

“As days went by I could see how thrilled you were. I started to doubt myself, I was willing to adopt if that made you happy, but I also wanted to be prepared. That’s why I went to the facility, maybe I could learn more about hybrids if I meet one, at least know what to expect if we adopted our own”. Jin felt so stupid, he wasn’t aware of the insecurity Namjoon was feeling, and now that he knows why he did it, he was touched, he did all that to make them happy. He really is such a loving boyfriend. 

“I had so many questions when I arrived at the facility. I was given the same information I got back in high school. In my mind, hybrids were genetically wired to be submissive and obedient, I never questioned it, I grew up believing they were pets. I was so fucking wrong!”, the harsh tone made Jin surprised. 

“I was watching the hybrid through some glass, they were playing under the sun, others were swimming in the artificial pond. I was about to leave when I saw him, he was lying under a tree, reading Heart of Darkness”, Namjoon smiled at the memory, “Yoongi you mean?”, Jin assumed that was him. 

“Yes, I asked the employees to let me meet him, I was so curious as to why a hybrid was reading such a masterpiece. When I meet him he was rude and condescending, I tried to ask some questions but he was angry at me, I couldn’t understand why. All the assumptions or ideas I had regarding hybrids were crushed in less than 20 minutes. He wasn't afraid to correct me”, Namjoon laughed at the memory. 

“I kept asking and pushing, he eventually got terribly angry and threaten me with his panther form”, “He did WHAT?!” A panther hybrid threatened his Namjoon?. “I was so surprised and scared, I ran out of there. But as I was walking back home I realized that he was right. I knew nothing about hybrids. So I decided to go back.” Jin was still surprised about the panther threatening him, but he also realized that Namjoon didn't act because of selfishness, he wanted to actually learn. I retrospective, It was so Namjoon of him. 

“What happened next?”, “Well, I went back, I offered him an apology for my ignorance and he was really surprised. I asked him if he could teach me about hybrids; for some reason, he agreed.” Jin was finally piecing the puzzle together. 

“I was so wrong, I learned so much about hybrids, not only about their behavior and nature, but I also learned about the abuse, the violence, and the cruelty they are exposed to”, “What do you mean?” Jin was having trouble following his boyfriend. What abuse? Violence? 

“I couldn’t believe it at first. Did you know it is completely legal to physically punish a hybrid during their training?”, “WHAT?!”, “Yes, they are forced to submission, they are trained to please and obey, to follow orders, and they are treated worst than animals. The abuse is so much, when Yoongi first told me I wanted to throw up, hearing all of that is sickening and so fucked up”. Jin was shocked, it couldn’t be true. 

“I know, that was my reaction too. I was so intrigued and I wanted to know more, I needed to know more, how I was supposed to adopt a hybrid knowing all that?”, Jin was still in shock, he couldn’t believe what his boyfriend was telling him. 

“My meetings with Yoongi became a regular thing, he is a legal human under the Designation Act; he is 96% human and 4% panther, he can actually shift to one and he has the ears and tail too. He is sassy and sarcastic and will curse at you if you say something wrong. Somehow I started to spend so much time with him, I didn't plan it, it just happened, we share similar hobbies, he loves the piano and literature, he knows about hip hop and he can even rap really well. We simply clicked. It just...happened”.  

Jin noticed the smile on Namjoon’s face when he described his friend. “He also shared his life story with me. He went through hell Jinnie, sometimes I still wonder how the fuck he survived. He is probably the bravest person I know.” Now Jin was impressed, Namjoon never complimented someone like that, except for his boyfriends. “What happened to him?”, Jin wanted to know more about this Yoongi character. “It’s not to my story to tell, sorry”, Fuck you Kim Namjoon, and your perfect moral values!.

Jin was processing everything he just heard, a big part of him was in denial, he couldn’t believe it, he need to see it with his own eyes. “Would you like to meet him?”, it was time to finally introduce them. “Yoongi?”, “yes, the visiting hours start in 30 minutes. If you want”, “of course, I want to meet him”. They fixed the room a little and went to the front desk to ask for housekeeping. Namjoon got inside his boyfriend's car, he gave Jin instructions to get to the facility.

They walked to the front door, and as soon as they walked in, the clerk recognized Namjoon. “Mr. Kim, a pleasure to have you back, I’ll tell the caregivers you are here, Yoongi is probably in the enclosure” and with that, the clerk left. Jin was surprised by the familiarity between them. Without a word, Namjoon walked to his destination. Yoongi’s room.

Yoongi got interrupted. Again. The caregiver informed him that Namjoon was waiting for him. His heart made a leap, he wanted to see his friend, but he remembered the promise he made, he had to break up his friendship with the human, he wasn't going to get in between Namjoon and his boyfriends. 

He walked slowly to his room, he caught the amazing scent of pinewood, but he also noticed another smell, black oak, and lavender, Namjoon sometimes smelled like that, but this time it was stronger; the owner of the scent was inside his room. He stood there, on the other side of the door, trying to calm his heart. He took a deep breath and enter his bedroom. 

“Hyung, how you been?”, Namjoon hugged the feline, he was so happy to see him, “Meh. You?”, “Meh. I wanted to introduce you to someone,” the human said. 

“Let me guess…  one of your boyfriends?”. Jin was surprised about the closeness they shared, but when Yoongi recognized him as one of Namjoon’s lovers, he was flabbergasted. 

“Jinnie, this is Yoongi. Yoongi hyung, this is Jin” the human introduced. They shared a small nod, nothing more. Jin felt so out of place, it was obvious that they already had a dynamic. The panther made a hand gesture so they could sit, he sat opposite them, waiting for them to talk. 

“Take a picture, it’ll last longer”, the cat sassily retorted, Namjoon laughed at the feline’s antics. “As if. Hyung, did you finish the melody from last time?”, the mood was turning awkward, they need to break the ice. 

“No. I tried through the night but I only got a fucking headache. It's a tough bitch, I can’t crack it”, Jin was trying too hard not to scold the hybrid, he cursed so much. They stayed there, exchanging short phrases. Yoongi wanted to let go and relax, whenever Namjoon visited he was able to let loose. But this time he couldn’t, not only because there was another person, but he also needed to keep his distance. He wanted to rip off the bandaid, the sooner the better. He wouldn’t be able to live with himself If Namjoon broke up with his boyfriends because of him. He gave himself a mental pep talk. It was time.

“Namjoon, Why are you here?”, the tone and words the hybrid used caught the attention of his friend. “Are you alright hyung?”, Namjoon was worried, Yoongi never spoke to him like that, not since their first meeting.

”I am busy, I was finishing some important stuff and you interrupted me”, the cat was obviously lying, but the human didn't need to know that, “Oh, sorry, I didn't know”, “Clearly! Why are you here?!”, the cat asked again. 

“Well, I told Jinnie about hybrids and about you…” Namjoon was sweating, Yoongi haven't treated him like that in a long time, he looked so pissed and annoyed at him. “…and?” The hybrid voice was low, almost like a purr, “I was wondering if you could give him…I don’t know… some sort of insight about hybrids”. The last part of the sentence was almost inaudible. 

“Why would I?”, the cat spat. The harsh response surprised Namjoon, he was definitely not expecting that attitude. Where was the cute and soft Yoongi that comforted him a week ago?!. “Well... it’s just…” Namjoon was rambling, he couldn’t get his words into a proper phrase. 

“You what? Just because I agree to share some info about my kind, doesn’t mean you have a free pass to bring people to my room expecting me to have a heart-to-heart. Do I need to remind you about my status?”, the voice of the hybrid was low and strong, it was so menacing, Namjoon was surprised and sad, and Jin was scared; knowing the hybrid could shift forms was terrifying. 

Yoongi kept his gaze fixed on Namjoon, his face showed so much indifference, but his mind and his heart were crushing, he was destroying the only true bond he ever had. “S-sorry hyung. I didn't want to bother you”, the small strutter in the human broke Yoongi’s heart. 

“Just grow a pair Namjoon, stop coming to me trying to justify your actions. It is not my fucking job to educate your stupid kind. You all are the same. I am done wasting my time with you!” The cat stood up and opened the door, a clear indication that he wanted them to leave. 

Without a word, Namjoon and Jin stood up and left the hybrid alone. As soon as Yoongi stopped hearing the hushed footstep, he broke down in tears. He was alone again. He just lost the most important person in his life. Yoongi never felt such pain, not even when he was with his previous owners, the pain of losing Namjoon was the biggest pain he’s ever felt. Namjoon left and took Yoongi's hope and heart with him. 

Namjoon said nothing, he was crushed, his friend just rejected him, and he was crying in silence. Jin tried to console him, but Namjoon was lost in his head, he was recalling all the times he hang out with the hybrid, trying to find the reason why Yoongi didn’t want to be his friend anymore. As soon as they arrived at the hotel room, he got into the bed and cried his heart out. He just lost Yoongi.

Jin knew that the bond between Namjoon and the hybrid was deep. He was angry at the hybrid, he hurt his Namjoon, but there was more to it; he noticed the small polaroid on Yoongi’s nightstand, it was a picture of him and Namjoon in front of the keyboard, making silly faces, he noticed some of Namjoon’s books in the small bookcase, he was sure they belonged to his boyfriend they had a small mark K.NJ, he also noticed the scribbles in some white sheets lying around the room, it was Namjoon’s handwriting.  Looking at all those things, he was sure Namjoon spend so much time there, he could see the friendship they build, and the small traces of Namjoon in the room reminded him of his own home. 

Somehow, Namjoon found a second home alongside the hybrid. Jin now understood, he knew. Whatever happened between them needed to be fixed, it was clear they had a strong and beautiful friendship, maybe even more. He will formulate a plan in the morning, his boyfriend needs him right now. He got into the bed with Namjoon, cuddling tightly, letting him cry his heart out. This was a mess.

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Namjoon was devastated. For the past couple of months, he and the hybrid became extremely close, he considered him a close friend; even with the sassy remarks and the sarcastic comments, he could feel the real care and trust the hybrid placed on him. Namjoon was hurt, he didn't understand why Yoongi snapped like that, he felt so relieved when he fixed things with Jin and having his boyfriend meet his dear friend was perfect. Now, everything was a mess.

Jin stayed with him and reassured him, he decided to fix the situation with the rest of his boyfriends, he needed them and he wanted to go back home. He stayed in the hotel room another night, just to get his shit back together. 

He managed to finish the paperwork he took with him to the hotel and started to gather his stuff to go back home. Jin informed the rest of the guys where they were and told them that they are coming home, he made sure all of them understand that everything was a misunderstanding and also added that Namjoon was having a hard time. The boys weren’t pleased with the information, but Jin promised that everything would make sense soon. 

They were about to leave the hotel room when Namjoon got a call. Jin sat on the bed, waiting for him. It looked like an important call, he took his planner and started to make some annotations, he gave some instructions and hung up. “Everything alright?” Jin asked, “no, the representative that was supposed to go to the Osaka's International Book Fair got in an accident and he can’t go. I’ll have to go myself,” he said. 

“What?! Why you?” Jin didn't like the sound of that, “I know, but this is one of the most important fairs, it is the chance I have been waiting for, going there gives me the opportunity to expand my business overseas. I need a representative to attend and there is no time to find another one. This is really important” Namjoon wasn't feeling his best, but he need to pull through, the Osaka Convention has been a long-time dream and this was the first time he was invited to participate. Jin knew this, but he wasn't pleased. 

“When will you leave?” the eldest asked, “Tomorrow afternoon, I have a meeting with the organizers and some Editorials” Namjoon answered. 

“How long?” He was finally going back after the fight, and now he had to leave again. “At least 8 days”. 8 DAYS! THAT IS TOO LONG !. 

Jin wanted to protest, but he stopped himself, he knew how hard Namjoon worked to be invited to the Fair; besides, every time Jin had new aspirations or new plans, Namjoon always supported him, it was time to support him back. 

“In that case, lest go home, you need to pack and I want to spend as much time with you and the others before you leave”. Offering his had to Namjoon, they left the hotel. 

Everyone was crying, the moment Namjoon walked through the door, he was surrounded by some pair of arms, Jimin was sobbing in his ear, saying how much he missed him, and Hoseok was also hugging him and slightly scolding him for leaving like that. The two youngest were looking at the ground, after the long week without Namjoon, their anger was gone and all they wanted was to hold him close; Namjoon opened his arms to them and now they all were squishing him. Jin managed to disentangle them, he had ordered food on his way home. They needed to talk. 

They sat in the living room, they finished eating and were saying their sorries, Namjoon apologized for lying and being so secretive about the topic, and the rest also apologized for not listening to him. 

Jin wasn't surprised when Namjoon didn't mention a certain panther hybrid, the situation with Yoongi was so recent and he knew Namjoon was hurt and needed some time to deal with it. 

Of course, they were not happy when they heard that Namjoon was leaving the next day, they just got him back, but a severe glance from Jin was enough to stop the whining and pouting. They all knew how much this Fair meant to their boyfriend. They spend the night cuddling, trying to stay as close as possible. 

When morning came, neither of them was ready to leave the comfortable bed. They had a lazy morning. Throughout the day Namjoon had, at least, one pair of arms around him; he was going to be away and they need to get as much of him as possible. They help him pack, some of the boys added some of their own clothes to the luggage, and Namjoon pretended not to see them. 

They arrived at the airport; after the goodbyes, the hugs, and the unstoppable kisses, they finally let him go. Like that, he was on his way. The return home was silent, they already missed him, but tried to be excited for him; after all, it was part of Namjoon’s dream. 

Now that Namjoon was gone, they could address the whole situation. After they came home the previous night, they talk, and they all shared their feelings, how they deal with the situation and what can they do to avoid a similar conflict in the future. When Namjoon told his story, he wasn't so explicit about the hybrids living situation, he only said that it was wrong, that they were not pets, and that adopting one is barbaric; they were confused about those statements, but they accepted them, especially when Jin got slightly angry when the topic was mention. They also noticed that there was something he wasn't telling them, his change in demeanor was obvious, he was sad and they didn't know why. Jin gave them a gaze that indicated “ later ” as a way to appease them. 

Jin didn't sleep that night, he knew that his other boyfriends deserved the truth, but he wasn't sure how to tell them or even if he should, it was Namjoon’s secret after all. On his way back home from the airport he decided to tell them, at least the Yoongi part, they needed to know why his boyfriend was so devastated; the thing about hybrid’s abuse was for another day. 

They enter the dorm and as soon as everybody took off their shoes, Tae spoke, “are you going to tell us what is going with Joonie or not?”. 

Five pairs of eyes were focusing on him. He sighed and walked to the living room, the rest followed behind and sat in front of him. “What I am about to tell you is a really sensitive topic for Joon, okay?” Five heads nodded. 

“Let me explain everything first, then you can say or ask whatever you want, okay?”, they silently agreed. 

“So, I went to check on him, he was at “Grand Seoul Hotel”, when I found him he was so distraught, he hadn’t slept or eaten, he was a disaster”, they all gasp. They knew how bad Namjoon could get whenever he wasn't taking proper care of himself. 

“Yes, it wasn't a nice thing to see, he cried and I cried. It was really emotional. I helped him bathe and I made him eat. I knew there was something more going on. I thought he wasn't going to tell me, I’m not gonna lie, I seriously believed Namjoon was going to break up with us.” 

WHAT?! HE WANTED TO BREAK UP?! Some of the guys got scared, they didn't want to break up with him. Jin noticed the sudden panic in his boyfriend's eyes, “No, it was nothing like that. Like I said, I THOUGH that was happening, but is farther from the truth” he reassured. 

“He explained to me why he went to the adoption facility. He felt so insecure about himself, he wasn't sure if he was fit to adopt a hybrid, he said that he didn't know anything about them and he wanted to be prepared, he wanted to make us happy.“ 

The explanation was sinking in their heads, it was suddenly replaced with guilt. Namjoon wasn't acting behind their backs just because, he was trying to prepare himself to make sure his boyfriends were happy. Jin knew exactly how they felt. 

“Yeah, I know. I also felt so guilty for accusing him and not listening to his reasons. He told me he had so many questions and that he wasn't really sure about the adoption. That is how he ended up in the facility, he was just looking for some answers”, Jin paused and observed the boys, he made sure everyone was following him, then continued. 

“In the facility, he met a panther hybrid, his name is Yoongi. Apparently, the hybrid is really vocal when it comes to hybrids and adoption. Namjoon being Namjoon only got more intrigued. He told me that the panther was sassy and sarcastic, but he agreed to teach Namjoon about his kind and answer his questions. That is how Joon’s visits at the facility became a common thing.” Now everything made more sense, they knew their Joonie, he is a curious person, whenever he finds something that catches his mind, he won’t let go. All that anger for a misunderstanding. 

“That is not all” Jin added, “The more he visited the hybrid, the closer they got. As far as I know, they share so many hobbies and preferences, looks like the hybrid loves to read and compose music, like I said before, he is really vocal about his thoughts and ideas. Namjoon said that they ended up becoming close friends.” The boys were surprised by the statement, Namjoon had friends, but he was also known to be really guarded and he didn't make friends easily, so hearing that Joon became friends with the hybrid so fast was a surprise. 

“There is more?” Jk asked; “Yes, after becoming close with Yoongi, learning about him and hybrids, he started to reject the idea of adopting a hybrid. He said it was wrong. That is why he told us to remember hybrids are not pets, for Namjoon all hybrids are like Yoongi.” That explains it, that is why he was so against the idea, that is why he refused. Whenever the boys insisted on adopting a hybrid, Namjoon imagined his friend being adopted like some sort of pet. 

“After he told me all of this, I understood his reasoning. I felt so ashamed to think so lowly of him. I was ashamed of myself, I know him, he never acts without motive, he is always trying to be as considerate as possible and when I found about about it, I knew that he was dealing with so much. I couldn’t stop thinking of all the times we insisted, all the times we nagged at him about adopting”, they all remembered the countless nights they spent talking about the hybrid they would like to adopt. It only made things worse for Namjoon. They all felt the strain in their relationship. How to fix things now?! 

“But why didn't he say anything?” Jimin asked, “I am not completely sure. Apparently, Yoongi shared some details about his past, some disturbing details, and Namjoon wasn't sharing that because he said it wasn't his story to tell.” 

“ That stupid, caring, and over-attentive giant!” Tae was exasperated; all the boys laughed at the comment. Yes, that sounded exactly like Namjoon. They were trying to process the information, recalling the fight and overall the stress of the situation. Hobi was looking at his boyfriends, he noticed something in Jin’s expression. There was more.

“Hyung?… Love? …What is it?” Hobi asked his eldest boyfriend. The aforementioned looked at him and tried to remain calm. 

“Something happen….” he started. “after he told me about Yoongi he asked me if I wanted to meet him,” he said. “Really?!” Jk asked, Jin nodded his head, but there was something off. 

“I said yes. He was so excited to introduce us, all the way to the facility he kept a huge smile. When we arrived at the place, he was instantly recognized by the employees. We were waiting in the hybrid’s room, and after some minutes the hybrid arrived. He is probably Jiminie’s heigh, a little scrawny, but he has a strong presence, similar to a cat. As soon as the hybrid walked through the door, Namjoon run to hug him, they definitely were close. We were introduced, but the hybrid seem distant and cold, Namjoon was trying to start a conversation, but Yoongi was really rude. And then, everything went wrong…”, Jin had a somber expression, he was remembering the rude words of the hybrid and the devastating expression of his boyfriend.

“What happened?” Tae questioned, “Well….I am not completely sure, it happen fast, but the hybrid started to act rudely towards Joonie, he was screaming at him, and he said that it was not his job to educate humans and that Joon was wasting his time.” WHAT?!, WHO THE HELL DOES THIS HYBRID THINK HE IS?! TALKING TO THEIR JOON LIKE THAT?!  They were shocked, but it was quickly replaced with anger.

“WHAT?! Who the fuck does this hybrid think he is? Saying those things to Namjoon” Hobi was seeing red. They all were, they didn’t know the hybrid but he was getting an ass whooping for his attitude. 

“I know, Namjoon was so shocked and we left. He was so sad and depressed; he cried himself to sleep.” They were outraged and angry, Jimin was crying a little, his poor Namu hyung. 

“It really hurt Joonie, when I was at the hybrid’s room I saw a Polaroid of both of them, he had some books that were marked with Joon’s initials and there were even some attempts of lyrics lying around, Namjoon’s handwriting on them. They were really good friends, I don’t know why the hybrid reacted that way” Jin finally finished the explanation. It was heartbreaking, they knew how compassionate and caring their boyfriend was, and hearing that someone just mistreated him hurt more that the fight they just had. Nobody could sleep that night, they were thinking about the whole situation with the hybrid, and they were also missing their boyfriend.

The week was moving slowly, time was stuck. They FaceTimed Joon throughout the day, every day, trying to talk to him as much as possible. Some of the stress for having him so far went away when they saw how happy and excited he was. He kept rambling about the new writers he got to meet, about the possible deals he could close, overall he was in paradise. 

That was comforting, seeing him so relaxed and actually enjoying himself also helped them to relax, he was okay, and they were going to be okay. However, certain hybrid kept coming back, they couldn’t shake the thought of him being so rude to Joon. They had to do something. 

One night they sat at the dining table, and they shared their worries and possible solutions; it was a long night, discussing if they should interfere between Namjoon and the hybrid or let it be. They came to the conclusion that Namjoon was too nice, he was probably going to disregard the situation, even if it hurt; that was not a solution, and he did nothing wrong. With that in mind, they all agreed to pay a visit to a certain panther hybrid. 

Namjoon was returning in two days, they had to visit Yoongi before that. They made some arrangements in their schedules and made a gap to visit the facility. They were nervous, but they were angrier. They arrived at the facility, and all the excitement about seeing hybrids was gone. The clerk recognized Jin, they presented themselves as Namjoon’s partners, he indicated them where to go, and just like that, they were sent off inside the huge building. 

The room was small and it felt a little cramped with all of them inside. They observed the bedroom in silence, they noticed the small details Jin mentioned before, the photo, the books, the lyrics. It was painfully obvious that Namjoon was there often. 

The door opened revealing a boy; Jin was right, he had a similar height to Jimin, he had pale skin and his ears and tail were pitch black. He looked at them, a sense of familiarity flooded the hybrid’s senses. Namjoon’s boyfriends. He stood there, not knowing what to say. The panther was getting shyer by the minute, “You are Namjoon’s partners”, he said. Wide eyes looked at him. 

“How do you know?” Jk asked, has Namjoon shown him pictures of them?. 

“Joon smells like that” he answered. Jin didn’t miss the term of endearment used by the hybrid. The silence was suffocating, the hybrid was growing restless, having them here was a reminder that Namjoon was gone. 

“What do you want?”, he asked with a cold tone and cold expression. Jin was not having it. “We are here because we want to know what happened between you and our Joonie?” Ouch . Jin made sure to emphasize the “our” to let the hybrid know that Namjoon wasn’t alone. 

“Does it matter?”, “of course it does, aren’t you supposed to be friends?” A boy with brownish hair asked, his voice was deep. “That is none of your business!”, the hybrid spat. 

“Well, it became our business when you hurt Joon, so…  What happened?”, Hobi wasn’t going to deal with a rude hybrid. 

“I don’t care. Whatever happened between me and the human is our business, so fuck off!” Yoongi needed them out of his room, having them in there hurt so much. 

“We aren’t leaving until you give us some answers”, JK was losing his temper; he did not appreciate the disrespect. 

“You cannot force anything on me, I don’t know if Namjoon told you or not, but I am a Designated human, therefore, getting into my room without my consent is trespassing, so I suggest you leave before security has to intervene,” he said.  Jin forgot to tell them that tiny detail. They were surprised and even more angry. They could demand nothing from the panther, they had no other choice but to leave. 

With resignation, anger, and sorrow, they left the room. The hybrid was about to close his door and whine and cry in his bed when a loud sound caught him off guard. He looked at the doors at the end of the hallway, his nose filled with a terrible scent, like rotten apples, it was so strong. Fear. 

The boys also stopped in their tracks, the noise startled them. In a blink of an eye, the hallway doors burst open and a petite girl ran through them; she ran past the stunned boyfriends and into the panther’s arms. The hybrid quickly got her, he was trying to calm her down, but the scent was overwhelming. He moved to properly see the girl, his blood boiled. She was covered in bruises, her lip was busted and she was sporting a huge black eye. She was wearing a light blue dress, her legs and thighs were exposed, and they were covered in cuts, bruises, and what looked like cigarette marks. The skin on her wrists was bleeding and raw, clearly from ligatures; her arms were in a similar state as her legs; he could see some patches of her skull as if someone had pulled her hair with enough force. 

The girl was a whimpering mess, she was shaking and the tears wouldn’t stop. The panther tried to talk to her, but she was really scared. “Follow my voice, try to concentrate in my voice…that’s it…..you are doing great….keep breathing, yes….you are okay….I am here…..I am not leaving” the panther was holding her tight, making sure she didn’t get a panic attack. 

Time stood still. The boys were shocked, the scene was disturbing, and they couldn’t stop watching the girl's body, she was severely abused. It was so messed up. They finally noticed the pointy yellow ears and the tail under her dress. She was a hybrid. The panther was rocking the girl in a comforting manner, he was really angry but needed to remain calm to not triggered her again. After a long time, he finally spoke “Sooah, what happened?”, his voice was gentle and low, “I-I g-got a-a-adopte-e-d” she stuttered. That was all Yoongi needed to know. Even if the hybrids talked in a low voice, the boys were able to listen. 

Yoongi looked at them, his expression was really scary, his eyes were piercing them through. “This is exactly why Namjoon and I should not be friends. All humans are the same!” his voice was so menacing that they shivered. A moment later, the girl lost consciousness. 

They walked out of the facility, the image of the girl fresh in their heads. Some things started to make sense, others were still a mystery. But something was clear, Namjoon knew so much more about hybrids, and it was related to the scene they just watched and the strong refusal to adopt. A long and painful conversation was awaiting their boyfriend. It was time to get the entire truth.

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⚠️ WARNING: slight mention of abuse at the training facilities. READ AT YOUR OWN RISK ⚠️

After eight exhausting days at the Book Fair, Namjoon is finally on his way home. The Fair was amazing, he got to meet some awesome writers and authors, he may have fanboyed a little bit when he got Natsuo Kirino to sign his copy of “Out”.  He also got to close some good deals, his Editorial was recognized by a couple of big companies and they offered some contracts. He talked with several young writers who are trying to get their work published; now he is heading home with a bunch of drafts. Maybe there is a bestseller among them. Who Knows?

Even if the Fair was a gratifying experience, he felt restless. For starters, he was missing his boyfriends so much, they reconciled and he had to leave the very next day; after the nasty fight and the week at a hotel, all he wanted was to cuddle and kiss his partners; even if the Fair was a productive and fun experience, he couldn’t fully enjoy it. And then, it was the Yoongi thing. He spend the last eight days trying to think of a reason why the hybrid no longer wanted to be his friend, he knew he did nothing wrong, so Why is Yoongi acting like that? He didn’t want to lose his friendship with the hybrid. He’ll fix that in the upcoming days. First, he needs to reunite with his boys. 

When Namjoon walked through the door, he wasn't expecting the scene in front of him. Hobi was holding Tae around the waist, Jimin was holding Jungkook and Jin was standing in the middle, with an exasperated face and a pink spatula in his hand. The two youngest were throwing daggers at each other. The smell of burnt food came from the kitchen; the guys haven’t noticed Namjoon’s presence. Everyone was frozen in their spot. 

“I’ll give you guys privacy if you need to fight,” Namjoon said, getting his boyfriend’s attention. Time started moving again, it took them some seconds to process the fact that he was home. 

“Joonie!!!” Jimin was the first to react, he ran to his boyfriend and jumped on him, Namjoon managed to catch him in time. Jimin wasted no time and kissed him, it was hungry and passionate. 

“Hey, don’t hog him!” An exasperated Tae demanded, Jimin let go and Tae took his place, another urgent and intense kiss. Then came JK, he was balancing on his heels, waiting for his turn, as soon as Tae moved to get some air, he was manhandled to the side by the maknae, he wrapped Namjoon's body with his arms and squished him a little, then place a soft and tender kiss on his lips. 

“Hi love, how have you been?” The elder asks, Jk only smile and moved aside, allowing Hobi to greet him. Hobi’s kiss was calmer and less rough, but it was filled with love. He placed a kiss on Joon’s forehead and move aside. Lastly came Jin, without a word he grabbed Namjoon’s face and smashed their lips together, a passionate and searing kiss. Namjoon missed this, he missed his boys. 

“What is that smell?” Tae asked, “Fudge! The food!” Jin ran back to the kitchen. What a great way to be back home. 

Jin managed to save the majority of the food, but he was still pouting about his terrible loss. “What were you doing before I got here?” Namjoon was still curious about the scene in the living room. The two youngest looked down, clear shame on their faces. 

“You should tell him” Hobi encouraged, “Well, I may have or may have not slightly cracked the lens of TaeTae’s camera” the maknae confessed. 

“You definitely have, do you have any idea how expensive that lens is?! Might as well buy the entire camera again!”, the anger in the photographer was clear, “I already said sorry hyung, it wasn’t my intention” Kookie whined back, the crack in his voice was a clear indication of how guilty he feels. 

Tae released a deep sigh, he knew his boyfriend and the guilt in his voice and face was enough to decrease his anger, “just, Why did you take my camera without my permission?” That is all he needed to know, “ I was looking at the photo you took last week, the one of the trees, I've been wanting to paint it ever since you took it, and I kind of stumbled with my feet and it fell. I am sorry” he said and looked at the ground in shame. 

“Ohhh, Kook, you should’ve told me. Besides, that photo is no longer in the camera, I have it on my computer”, he gave the boy a huge boxy smile and they finally hugged. 

“Well, very nice, very pretty, very cute. Now let’s sit, Namjoon has a lot to tell us about his trip” Hobi said in his singsong voice. The conversation moved to the dining table.

Namjoon wasted no time telling their boyfriends everything. He was in storytelling mode, he showed them the pictures he took, and he got his signed book, the way he moved to emphasize some parts of the story and the changes in his voice were clear signs that he had a blast. He also told them about the possible new deals and the many aspiring writers that he need to check out. 

Dinner was spent like that, Namjoon telling them about the Fair and them asking him questions about it. When dinner came to an end, they cleaned the table and kitchen, washed and dried the dishes, and were now in the living room cuddling. It was time.

Jin shared a knowing look with the boys, it was now or never. 

“Joon?” Hobi called, “Yeah…” was the reply, “We need to talk to you,” Jin said.  

“About?” Namjoon was getting drowsy, the flight and the hefty food were enough to make him sleepy. 

“The thing is….first, promise us you won’t get mad” Jimin pleaded; that comment got Namjoon’s attention, sleepiness was now gone. 

“Mad about what?” He asked, “just promised, please” Tae pleaded again. What was happening?!  

“I promise” he wanted to know what was wrong. “The thing is….we kind of…..well….we went… to…..” the maknae was nervous and was starting to ramble.

“wevisitedyoongiwhileyouweregone” Hobi spat in a fast sentence, “mmmhhh…?” Namjoon was confused. 

“We visited Yoongi while you were gone”, “YOU DID WHAT?!” Namjoon was fully awake now. “WHY?!” He was getting angrier by the second, “They deserve to know” Jin simply said. 

Namjoon’s heartbeat was getting higher and the angry look in his eyes was evident, “you promised you wouldn’t get mad” Jimin reminded him. Full puppy eyes and pouty lips. HE WASN’T MAD, HE WAS PISSED. Namjoon looked at his boyfriends and the concern on their faces made him relax. He took a couple of deep breaths and spoke again, “Why?” He simply asked.

“Because they needed to know why you were so sad, and also I needed to know what happened between you two. It is clear you are close, and something happened“ Jin confessed. Namjoon wanted to get mad again, but he knew his boyfriends, they had good intentions, besides, he could no longer deny the hybrid’s existence. 

“So…what happened?”, “Nothing good” the answer Tae gave him was cryptic and sad. 

“What do you mean?”, “Yoongi was mad we went there, he pretty much kicked us out; but when we were leaving, some hybrid girl came running to him, she was severely abused and Yoongi was so mad. He said that was the exact reason he couldn’t be friends with you” Jin explained. The boys remembered the scene, the severe state the poor girl was and the killing eyes of the hybrid. It was an intense experience. 

“Joonie, I think it's time for the truth”; Jin said. “I guess it is”. Time for some hard confessions. 

‘As I told you, I went to the facility to get some answers and gather some information about hybrids. I was about to leave, there was not much I could get by simply watching hybrids play. 

‘Then I saw him, he was reading under a tree, I asked to meet with him. He was angry and had zero patience with me. He was harsh and rude. At first, I thought he was pretending or exaggerating, but he wasn't. 

‘That first encounter was terrible, I left the facility scared and with more questions than before. I needed to know what he meant, so I went back to the facility. He was surprised by my return, he kept his cocky and rude attitude but, for some reason, he agreed to answer my questions. 

‘That second time I met him I thought there were some minor details I was missing, we’ve all heard about hybrids in high school and stuff; but ‘oh boy, how wrong I was!’. 

‘First, he told me he was a panther hybrid, which I found awesome. Usually, wild hybrids are kept in more strict places. He is a Designated human, and he also revealed to me that he is an anomaly; with so few animal genomes he shouldn’t have ears and tail or be able to shift, but he does. Doctors tested him several times but the result is always the same.

“He can change into a panther? That is so cool!” JK said. “Yeah, I thought the same thing” Namjoon agreed. A heartbeat later, he continued his story. 

‘Nothing shocking there. I kept asking my questions and the answers were getting more and more complex. You see, all the knowledge I had was wrong, everything that we were told back in school was wrong. I felt so stupid talking to him, the fact that I didn't know the slightest thing about hybrids was pissing me off.’

“What kind of things?” Jimin and Tae asked together. 

‘For example, scents. Hybrids have a highly developed sense of smell, he literally could smell my anxiety and confusion. He told me that they communicate through them. 

‘Then I made a mistake, I started asking about scents and how they worked and a lot more questions. He got mad, the first time we meet he told me that the topic about scents is an intimate one, and I kept asking about it; he had a shit ton of patience that day. 

‘I didn’t know anything about scents, they never mention it in school. Scents are a crucial part of hybrid relationships, they use them to mark their territory or possessions, they use it to warn other hybrids and overall, it is a way to express love and connection with their pack’

“Pack? What is a pack?” Hobi questioned. 

“Another thing that they don’t teach you about in school”, Namjoon’s demeanor was serious, he was slowly getting angry, remembering all the things the hybrid told him and the fact that he was so oblivious and ignorant about it made his anger rise. He looked at his boyfriends, they were confused too, and Jin had a strange expression, he was dreading the rest of the information about the hybrids. Namjoon moved on. 

‘A pack is the way hybrids get together. Yoongi explained to me that they are collective creatures, they create deep bonds with those close to them, a pack is the physical manifestation of that connection, they are also polyamorous, and it is common for them to have more than one mate. 

‘Before you ask, a mate is the significant other of a hybrid, like I said, they form this pack and the bond they share is extremely deep. 

‘At first, I thought it was similar to humans in a relationship, but he quickly shut me down. When a hybrid gets a mate is for life, the bond they share is really strong. He told me that is common for hybrids to die if they get rejected or abandoned by their mate. That’s how deeply they are connected. 

‘He also told me about secondary classifications, apparently, hybrids have a second ranking, which allows them to get a hierarchy within the pack, this classification is based on each individual scent. He said that nowadays is no longer needed, each pack determines its own dynamic and behavior.

‘According to his nose, humans also have scents and hybrids can smell our emotions and mood swings. I still get surprised whenever he is able to know how I am feeling, just by my scent.

‘When I first meet him, he was able to tell I had more than one boyfriend, and for the past weeks I have been able to catch his scent, is faint but is there; I even got to experience how scent changes, it is truly amazing how they can communicate like that.’

“That is super cool!” JK was elated, all this new information was so impressive and now he wanted to, no…correction, he needed to meet the hybrid. 

“Yes, it is. Hybrids are kinda amazing” Namjoon confirmed.

“I didn't know there was so much more to it” Tae was shocked, out of all of them, he was the most excited one about hybrids. Finding out that there is so much more to them made him feel a little guilty, he barely knew anything. 

“There is so much that we don’t know. Why don’t we know all this?! I mean, hybrids have been around for so many years, we should know more about them, don’t you think?” Hobi asked no one in particular. Jin and Namjoon shared a knowing look. Here comes the hard part. 

“Hobi, do you remember what we were taught about hybrids back in school?” The sunshine closed his eyes, trying to remember the little information he was given during his high school years. 

“They said something about hybrids being submissive and they need the constant care of a human…” he answered, Joon nodded at his response, “What else?” He encouraged. 

“I remember something about sex, they have a high sexual libido…That is why they can’t be adopted by families with underage kids, right?” Jimin was trying to recall all the information about them. 

“Something else?” Namjoon asked again, “No, I don’t remember anything else,” Jk said and looked at the rest of his boyfriends in confirmation, that was it. “Well, all of that is bullshit!”

The room was quiet, the sudden statement from Namjoon took them off guard. “What I am about to tell you is difficult, cruel, and fucked up; but it is important for you to know it. Jinnie already knows a little bit about it, but now you’ll understand why I am so against adopting a hybrid”, having said that, he gave himself some seconds to gather his toughs and began.

‘I also believed all of that. I believed hybrids were less than humans, I thought they were more animal and they were driven by instincts. When we talked about getting a hybrid I thought it was like getting a pet, it doesn’t sound so bad right? 

‘Getting some sort of animal that could be cuddled and hugged was appealing and the sexual component was a plus. Besides I always thought that humans adopting hybrids was a good cause. You finally give a home to this poor little animal that doesn’t know better. How fucking stupid I was!. 

‘For starters, hybrids have fully developed cognitive abilities, which means that they are able to make their own decisions and take care of themselves. The Human-Hybrid Designation Act is an excuse to repress them. Even if they have more animal genomes in them, that doesn’t change the fact that they still have a fully developed and functioning brain. 

‘The facilities sell you lies, they say that hybrids are well trained and the only objective in their lives is to have and please a master. Any humans would believe the same if they were severely punished to do so. That is what facilities do to assure hybrids' obedience.

‘Hybrids are born inside the facilities or are orphans, the conditions in the shelters are despicable, and they are treated worst than real animals.

‘They have several training classes. Yoongi once told me about them. It is so sickening. 

‘They are trained to do all the housework impeccably, laundry, cooking, cleaning, vacuuming, all of those are assured through physical punishments. It is completely legal to punish a hybrid during their training. And the punishment can be as severe as the caregiver wants.

'They have another class where they learned how to address their owners. They are forced to submit and obey. They learned everything about giving pleasure and receiving punishments, and yes, they do not consent to any of this. If any of them refuses, they are severely punished.

‘ Some hybrids die during their punishments. They can be sexually assaulted as part of the training. The whole thing about a high libido is a lie, they are forced into sexual activities.

‘They also have classes about their personal image, each owner decides the style and looks of their hybrid, so there is no freedom for self-expression, creativity, or anything like that. The only thing that can focus on is their owners. The owner makes all the decisions, and the hybrid has to follow them, even if they are potentially dangerous.

‘They are taught that their bodies aren’t theirs. They belong to someone else, they are property and any human can treat them like that. 

‘They are not allowed to cater to any hobby or passion, they cannot complain about their situation. They are basically slaves, they cannot defend themselves, and they cannot fight back. They are adopted, used, and returned.

‘Yoongi told me that he’s seen hybrids die after being returned, they form bonds with their owners and they leave them. Even hybrids that are abused they still willing to serve an abusive owner because all their lives they’ve been trained for that.

‘The worst part of it all….  it is completely legal to treat hybrids that way. You cannot sue or file a report, it is the law.’

Too much, too fucking much. It couldn’t be true, right?! Is wrong, just because hybrids have some animal traits doesn’t mean they deserved to be treated like that. They were in complete silence, trying to make sense of everything they heard, it was too much. They were told that hybrids don’t have the ability to act like humans, they said that they are submissive, that is in their biology, they said that they love to please their owners, that is why adopting hybrids is so common and is highly accepted. But this? No, it can be true!. 

‘I refused’ the words of Namjoon after their fight came back, they remember the fierce glance and the determination Namjoon showed them when he refused to adopt a hybrid. This is why. This is exactly why he was so against it. Now they were against too; knowing all of this is sickening. They feel so guilty about it all. They are guilty of wanting to adopt a hybrid without knowing the truth, they are guilty of insisting and thinking so lowly of hybrids, they are guilty of thinking about their personal needs, and they are guilty of being humans. 

The room remained quiet, the small sniffles of Jin and Jimin broke the silence. In a swift motion Namjoon stood up and went to them, he hugged them and allowed them to cry on his shoulders. They stayed there, thinking, crying, and blaming themselves. 

“All of them?” The question left Tae's lips, “All of them what?” Joon asked back, “all the hybrids are treated like this?”, he was looking for a little ray of hope. 

“Yes, all of them are trained like that. Only those that get designated human under the Act are recognized and granted human rights. The rest must be trained”; a small tear left Tae’s eyes, Hobi went to him and held him close. This was a fucking nightmare!

“So….Yoongi is an exception?”, the maknae questioned, “Yes he is”, “so he is safe?”, “now he is safe” Namjoon answered. There goes another can of worms. 

“Now?” Jimin moved away from him to ask the question, How much can he reveal without breaking the hybrid’s trust .  

“He told me about his past, it’s not nice; he went through so much when he was still a cub. I cannot say more, it is his story to tell, not mine”. They understood, besides, after everything that was revealed, they could easily imagine what kind of things the panther hybrid went through. “Now you know” Namjoon stated, “Now we know" the boys confirmed. 

That night everyone went to bed with a heavy heart. They were hoping that Namjoon’s refusal to adopt came from jealousy or something like that, they were not expecting something so evil. “We are definitely not adopting a hybrid” Tae said in a small voice, the rest of the boys made sure to agree with him. What about Yoongi and Namjoon?

After Namjoon shared the awful truth the previous night, Jin was determined. He marched to the facility and asked to meet Yoongi. The hybrid received him with the same rude attitude and cold expression. He was about to kick Jin out, but the human didn’t budge.

“Listen, I don’t know what happened between you and Joonie, okay? Whatever it is, is between you, is your business. I know you don’t hate him, even if you acted as you did. Let me tell you something about Joonie. He is a really thoughtful and caring person, he is cautious when making friends, and the fact you two became friends so fast shows how much he trusts you and cares for you. 

‘Ever since you started to hang out, he became more determined. I don’t know if he told you that we fought, me and the other guys were so obsessed with the idea of adopting a hybrid, we didn’t listen when he tried to explain his reasons, we were so mad at him. 

‘But even then, after fighting he kept refusing the adoption. We didn’t know why, but he did, we hoped that he changed his mind after the fight, but he only grew more determined. 

‘We didn’t know about you, he was willing to break his own heart than hurt a hybrid, he thought of you every time we talk about it and he couldn’t bring himself to do something so despicable. He told us about the treatment you receive here and adopting is completely out of the question. 

‘I just wanted to let you know, that you mean so much to him. When he told me about you his eyes were shining and he was so excited to introduce us. After that day when you snapped at him, he couldn’t stop crying, he misses you, and knowing him, he’ll stay away if you tell him to, even if that shatters him. I guess I only want to let you know that he isn’t like the rest of humans.  

Goodbye Yoongi”

Jin left, leaving a confused, distraught, and heartbroken hybrid.

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Yoongi wanted to cry, wanted to scream, wanted to kick someone’s ass. After Seokjin went to visit him and told him that Namjoon misses him so much, he can’t properly function. He obviously misses the human too. He convinced himself that he is keeping his distance from him because he doesn’t want to get in the way of Namjoon and his boyfriends. A part of it is true, but not the whole truth. He needs to stop lying to himself. Namjoon has told him about his boyfriends, he has assured him that they are caring, loving, devoted, generous, and kind; and every time the human talks about them, he can smell the sweet scent of pinewood. Happiness.

Perhaps he is jealous, perhaps he can’t stand the fact that his friend has such amazing boyfriends, perhaps he is longing for something similar for him. He spent the last week trying to figure out why Namjoon is so important to him. He understands that they are good friends, they share so many things in common, whenever they hang out they have a really good time, and he can let loose around him. But there is something more.

The answer was so painfully obvious. It hit him like a truck. He was in front of his keyboard, and ever since his argument with Namjoon, his head was blank, he doesn’t have any good ideas, and his mind keeps wandering away. He was trying to play some notes, but nothing yet; maybe if he plays something already finished he may get a little bit of inspiration. Nothing. Why can he play something mildly decent?! He is rearranging some papers that are scattered around the room, then he sees it. The melody he was working on when Namjoon got him ice cream for the first time. He forgot about it, maybe this is salvageable. 

He started playing it, he made some tweaks and arrangements, slowly the melody made sense, it was an emotional piece, and the ending was kinda sad. After hearing it over and over, he realized something, it was about Namjoon. The rocky start, the impatience, the serenity and happiness, and the sudden end. All his feeling for the human were embedded in the melody. He played it once again, his heart hurt at the last part; he missed him, he really missed him. 

He loved him. He fucking loved him.

He stopped playing, thinking hard, getting assaulted with memories of Namjoon. The cute dimples when he smiles, the excitement when he talks, the shine in his eyes whenever they get into deep conversations, the sweet voice calling him hyung, the comforting smell, and the soft caresses. All of the things that became part of his life, the sense of home whenever the human is around, and the peace that Yoongi never knew he could feel. All of it because of Namjoon. He was so in love with him. He looked around and noticed the human’s presence in his room, the photos, the borrowed books, the attempted lyrics in the notebook, the almost gone scent of pinewood, all of it. Yoongi never felt so comfortable in the facility till Namjoon showed up, his constant presence and warm personality made his boring and daunting room a safe haven for both of them. And Yoongi messed up. He fucking messed up!

He found someone who truly cared for him, someone who was interested in knowing him, the real him. He felt so secure around Namjoon, but he scared him away. He was so stupid, he tough that he was distancing himself from the human to not get in the way of his relationship, but he was lying to himself all this time. 

He cast him away because was so scared. Scared of getting close, scared of forming a deep bond, scared of being forgotten, scared to be abandoned, scared that his feelings weren't enough, scared to be so fucked up beyond the point of no return, scared of one-sided feelings, scared that he ain’t good enough for Namjoon. He is terrified. What can he offer the human? He is just a goddam hybrid!

Realizing the truth is painful. It was too much for Yoongi. His heart hurt, he wanted Namjoon but he was gone, he made sure of it. Now he is alone, just like he’s always been. He can physically feel his heart shattering. 

Too much. Too much pain, too much sorrow, too much guilt. 

With a broken heart, he managed to crawl into his bed and hide beneath a blanket. He wanted to hide from the world, to never be out again, he knew that meeting the human was one of the best things that ever happened in his life, but now, he wanted to forget and get rid of these feelings. Heartbreak is as painful as the physical pain he’s endured in the past. The difference this time was he was the one causing it. 

Consciousness claimed him in less than a minute. Dreamless and restless nights were ahead of him. 

Something is wrong with Joon. He is acting like nothing is going on, but they know him. He goes to work like always, he gets ready, has a small breakfast and before 8:30 he is out of the door. For those unfamiliar with the male, nothing seems wrong, but the boys are really familiar with him, they know all his tells and quirks, and because they know him so well, they are worried about him. 

He stopped using silly emojis on his texts, a Namjoon way of saying he is sad. He went back to coffee; he stopped after a severe self-induced anxiety attack the year prior. He pays no mind to his hair, outfit, or image, he almost left the house in socks and boxers. He is sad and distracted. He is suffering, he is in pain. He misses his friend. 

The boys know what is happening with their Joonie, it has to do with a certain moody hybrid panther. Ever since the panther kicked Namjoon out, the human hasn’t made any attempt to go back. Bless his sweet and considerate ass. Thankfully, Namjoon has five nosy and caring boyfriends. Jin told them about his recent visit to the facility, and they’ve been talking about a possible solution for the current situation between the hybrid and the human. They are going back to the hybrid, this time, the moody hybrid won't get rid of them so easily. 

They are at the front door of the facility, it is time for some Yoongi wrangling. 

The clerk allows them inside and they walk all the way to the hybrids' room. They knock at the door. Silence. They knock again, a small groan, some shuffling, and the doorknob moves to reveal a disheveled hybrid. His eyes are puffy and red, clearly from crying. His hair is a mess, his pale skin is even paler and there is a faint trace of rotten tangerines. It is clear that similar to Namjoon's situation, the hybrid has been having some rough days. They won't say it aloud, but seeing the hybrid in such an awful state is gut-wrenching. They know how much Yoongi means to Joon and knowing that they are both hurting so much is simply sad. 

“What are you doing here?” He asks, the usual rudeness is absent. “Hi, Yoongi-ssi, may we come in?”, Jin politely asks. The soft tone and the formal question surprise the hybrid, with a small nod he lets them in. He closes the door and walks all the way to his bed, he takes the blanket and wraps himself in it. 

“What are you doing here?”, his tone is louder but there are no traces of discomfort or anger. 

“We are here because the last time we didn’t have the opportunity to introduce ourselves properly” Hobi answered. The hybrid is surprised but gives them a single nod, he is too tired and hurt to fight back. 

They instantly noticed the hybrid is not well, if his overall appearance is not enough, the state of the hybrid's room is an easy giveaway. There are paper sheets scattered around the place, the small desk where the keyboard is placed is filled with snack wrappers, the bed is a mess, and there is some stuff on the floor. Clothes lither the bedroom floor along with a couple of canvases. It was a clear reflection of the hybrid’s current state of mind. 

“So…”, the hybrid felt uncomfortable; he recognized the scent of all of them, he’s grown accustomed to them, they’re always present whenever Namjoon is there, and he finds comfort in them, even if he doesn’t know which scent belongs to which human. 

“I can start. My name is Seokjin or simply Jin. I work at a restaurant as a Head Chef.” The male introduce himself and gave the hybrid a head bow when he finished. 

“I am Hoseok, but you can call me Hobi, I am a choreographer” he finished with a wide heart-shaped smile. Cute. 

“Hi, I’m Jimin, also a choreographer” he was shy and his voice was low, but he looked adorable. 

“Taehyung, call me Tae. Photographer” his introduction was a little rude, but Tae was trying to keep his walls up, just till he was sure he could trust the hybrid. 

“Jungkook or JK. Gamer”, the last one introduced. The hybrid was trying to tie the face to the name. He remembered the stories and anecdotes Namjoon told him about his boyfriends, now they made more sense. 

“Yoongi, just Yoongi” the hybrid answered. 

It was getting awkward, nobody was saying anything and the tension was getting unbearable. The silence was broken by a very impatient Taehyung.

“So… you are a panther, right?”, he asked. Everybody looked at him, the hybrid with surprise and his boyfriends with a scolding gaze. 

“What?! I am curious. This is the first hybrid I meet and he is a panther, I just think is cool, you know?”, the male tried to defend himself. 

“Yes, I am” the hybrid answered. 

“Namjoon told us you are designated” Hobi stated.

“Yes, I am”, Yoongi’s head couldn’t handle elaborated answers at the moment. Having all of them in his room, filling it with their scent was painful. Somehow he grew accustomed to them and they are a reminder that Namjoon was never his and now he is gone too. 

“Then, why are you here in a facility, aren’t you supposed to be….I don’t know….outside, like a human?” Jimin asked, his voice broke at the end of the statement, but being in front of the panther made him so shy. 

“I…..I… well….”Yoongi was having trouble formulating his answers; he was so tired from the lack of sleep, his heart still hurt and the familiar scents were too distracting. He wanted to go back to bed and hide under his favorite blanket, he wanted to shut down his head and let himself drift into unconsciousness. 

“You don’t have to tell us” Jin assured him. He saw the conflict in the hybrids' eyes, he wanted to reassure him. There was a part of him that wanted to hold him close and keep him safe, but he didn't want to overstep any boundaries and, after their last encounter, he needed to be patient with him. 

Again, silence fell upon the room.

“Why are you here?”, the question lack the cockiness from their previous encounters, there was no sassiness or sarcasm. The hybrid's voice was low and raspy, it just reflected the current emotional situation of the panther. 

“We came here because we wanted to meet you. Namjoon really appreciates you and you are important to him, therefore, you are important to us” Jin explains. 

Now Yoongi is flabbergasted. He wasn't expecting that answer. He was expecting some shouting, some accusations, or something like that. He thought they were angry at him for hurting Namjoon or jealous of his relationship with their boyfriend, but no, they are here because of him. 

Yoongi watches them from head to toe, their scents remain sweet and warming. They are telling the truth.  “What do you want to know?”, his curiosity overpowered him. 

“Whatever you want to tell us, and if there is something you want to know about us, feel free to ask,” Hobi said. It was a roller coaster, Namjoon was the first human that ever treated Yoongi with respect and dignity, having other five people doing it too was kind of overwhelming. The boys noticed the conflict in the hybrid’s eyes and offered him a way out. 

“Joon told us you like to write and compose music, is that so?” Jungkook questioned.

“I do, I really do. Music has been with me for a long time, it was my only solace when I came here. It brings me joy and peace” the hybrid’s eyes lighten up, talking about music always made him happy. 

“You sound just like Namu hyung. Whenever he starts talking about books or music, he gets all fuzzy and excited. Exactly like you just did, no wonder you became friends so fast” Tae commented. It was true, the similar hobbies and passions were the reason they became friends. 

The questions keep coming, one after another. They got a better insight into Yoongi. They noticed the passion when he spoke about composing, about writing lyrics. They saw the glint in his eyes when he talk about his time with Namjoon. They saw the strong relationship between the two males and the underlying feelings behind it. It was so clear to them. They loved each other. 

When they discussed going to visit the hybrid, they weren’t sure. Jin had a slight suspicion that the hybrid was in love with Joon, and that terrified him, What if Joon leaves them for the hybrid? They were scared of that possibility, they were aware of the deep feelings their Joonie had for the hybrid. But now, being face to face with the panther, they knew why Joon was so smitten. The hybrid is such a character, he wore a mask of indifference and apathy, but behind the bravado facade, there was a complex personality. The hybrid had deep emotions and even deeper feelings. The way he talked about Joon warmed the boy’s hearts. They felt warm and content, with no hint of jealousy. They belong together, maybe not with them, but Namjoon and Yoongi had a huge and profound bond that couldn’t be broken. 

The conversation became dark when one of the boys asked about the hybrid's past. He seems hesitant to share.  Yoongi was scared, he barely knows these people, but his scents are so familiar that he feels close to them. Having them there feels like home, similar to how it feels to have Namjoon around, maybe not as intense, but calming nonetheless. He doesn’t want to trust them, he is sacred to share his past again. But he’ll do it for his Joon; he wants him back; maybe this is the way. So he tells them. He doesn’t go too deep in the story, not the way he did with Namjoon, just a small recollection of events. The boys listen carefully, trying to stay calm at the horrendous acts of cruelty the hybrid had to endure. 

By the end of his story, the humans are shocked, when Namjoon told them that Yoongi went through some stuff, they weren’t expecting THIS MUCH STUFF.

“Namjoon was right, you are impressive, he wasn’t wrong when he said you are the strongest person he’s ever met,” Hobi told the hybrid. The fact that the hybrid had survived and also overcome all the trauma was a miracle. The boys looked at the hybrid with admiration and sadness. One thing was hearing all of it from their boyfriend, other completely different was hearing it firsthand from the panther. Yoongi’s past is made of nightmares and they cannot avoid wondering how the hybrid is alive after everything he had to go through. 

Their perception of the hybrid was completely different now. They understood the anger and resentment he showed when they visited the first time, watching the small female hybrid in that state was definitely a traumatic experience for him. All the bravado, the coldness, the sassiness were defensive mechanisms against humans, he was a fucking survivor. All doubts and fears regarding Yoongi were gone. They felt a connection with him, and if not for Namjoon, they wanted to be friends with the hybrid too. They wanted to protect him and only give him good and happy memories from now on. 

It was almost time to leave. Time to say goodbye. But there was a question that kept bothering Tae, so he asked. “Why did you want to break your relationship with Joonie hyung?”, the question was in everybody’s heads. The hybrid got nervous, he was planning to lie, but he already told them his life story, might as well share this too. 

“The day you fought, Joon came here, he was crying and I didn’t know what to do. After he calmed down he told me everything, the reason why you fought, how he left and how heartbroken he felt. He was so sad, I could feel all of it, and his scent was overwhelming.” Yoongi was sad, remembering Namjoon so broken and hurt made the pain come back. Watching his human cry was an episode he didn’t want to repeat. 

“After he left I felt so guilty. …..maybe if I hadn’t shared all those things with him, maybe if I had kept my mouth shut, maybe if I had refused to answer his questions……. Maybe he wouldn’t have refused to adopt and maybe you wouldn’t have fought. I didn’t want to get in between your relationship. Seeing him hurt was really painful for me. So… I thought that…..maybe if I was out of the picture, your relationship wouldn’t be threatened again” the hybrid confessed, suddenly feeling extremely shy and looking at the ground. Their mouths were open, WHAT?! YOONGI DID THAT FOR THEM?!

Right there and then, they all made a collective promise of protecting Yoongi from the world. The hybrid was so sweet and caring. Even if the fight wasn't his fault, he cared so much for Namjoon and his boyfriends that he was willing to break his own heart to avoid more damage in the future. Namjoon and Yoongi were the same. Yoongi was such a cutie patootie. And now the guys are smitten. Namjoon will have to learn to share the hybrid, they are not letting him go.

Time was up, but neither of them wanted to leave and Yoongi didn’t want them to go. After the sweet revelation, they assured the hybrid that the fight had nothing to do with him, and that shouldn’t be the reason to avoid Namjoon. They asked the panther if they could visit again, and he was happy to agree. They were leaving the cat’s bedroom, but Jin went back inside and gave him a small hug. 

“Don’t worry about Joonie, he’ll come soon. You know…. It is okay to love him, we won’t get mad” he told the hybrid. He gave him a small squish and let go. Leaving an emotional panther in the bedroom. 

Yoongi was standing in the middle of the room, trying to process what Jin told him. His heart made a leap, he wanted to see Namjoon. ‘It is okay to love him, we won’t get mad’ the words were in a loop in his head. A tiny shred of hope started growing inside the hybrid. The events of the day came crashing down, and a lot of feelings and emotions in such a short period of time. Namjoon was coming back. He allowed himself to believe it that his heart was pounding hard against his chest and the room filled with a sweet mixture of amber and tangerines. Joon was coming back. 

He also remembered the promise of the other boys, and thinking about them made him blush. The idea of having all visiting him was exhilarating. That night he went to sleep with the biggest gummy smile ever. He made a mental note to clean his room, he was having visitors soon and his room was a battle zone. Too much in a day, but all well worth it.

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Yoongi feels lightheaded. Don’t get him wrong, he is excited to see Namjoon again, after everything that happened and the tough days he went through, seeing him was a need at this point. Moreover, he was terrified, he doesn’t know if the other humans told him about his reasons, he doesn’t know if Namjoon is angry at him, and he doesn’t know if the human wants to keep their friendship. The simple thought of breaking his bond with Namjoon is enough to drive the poor hybrid into a small panic attack. 

He is grabbing his chest, he is having some trouble breathing, his hands are sweaty and his vision is getting blurry. Breath, just breath. He forces himself to breathe, it takes him at least 20 minutes to calm down enough to relax. ‘Don't get ahead of yourself, remember what they said, he misses you too, everything is going to be fine.’ If overthinking and getting ahead of yourself were Olympic sports, Yoongi would have several golden medals at this point. Namjoon was nervous too. He got from work and his boyfriends told him they went to meet Yoongi, at first he was surprised about it, but as they kept explaining their reasoning he was excited; they finally meet. A huge weight was lifted from his shoulders, even though he was a little selfish for keeping the hybrid a secret, he also felt extremely guilty for keeping the secret from his boys. They managed to convince Namjoon to visit the panther, they explained to him that Yoongi missed him dearly and there was a reason why the cat acted the way he did. 

At first, he wasn't convinced, the way Yoongi kicked him out was devastating, but most importantly Namjoon thought that he was overstepping the hybrid's limits and maybe his hyung grew tired of him; even if losing the friendship with Yoongi was painful, he was going to respect his wishes. Now, knowing there is a reason behind his behavior, he is happy to see him again. 

He went to work, but he couldn’t concentrate on the draft he was reading, the story was about a couple that gets separated because of war or something shit like that, he wasn't completely sure about the story, and his mind kept drifting away. His eyes kept wandering to the clock on his wall; he cursed at it several times, the clock hands were moving so slow that he was sure that they were taunting him. He was anxious, but there was also excitement and a tint of happiness under all the stress. 

He was having problems figuring out his feelings and thoughts. On one hand, he was so, so happy to go visit Yoongi, he missed the hybrid dearly, and knowing that he still wanted to be his friend was great news; on the other hand, he was nervous, he knew the hybrid and all, but he felt like he did something wrong and that’s what made the hybrid avoid him. So fucking frustrating! 

He left his office 30 minutes before 2 o’clock. Ever since his boyfriends convinced him to go back to the facility, he adjusted his schedule to make the trip to the hybrid center. When he arrived it was like nothing had happened. He was received by the clerk, he was greeted as usual and he was allowed to the hybrid’s room. After all the visits he’s done, he knew the way like the back of his hand. 

He entered the room to wait for him; he knew they were going to bring him in from the enclosure. He sat in his usual spot on the couch and observed the room. He saw the neatly folded blanket on top of the bed, the perfectly arranged books, the stack of sheets on the desk, and the carefully set photograph of them on the nightstand. It felt so homey, so comfortable. He only gets this feeling back at home, surrounded by his boyfriends. After observing the hybrid's bedroom, he came to a realization, that Yoongi was home too. The door opened and there was the hybrid, he stood still, looking at the ground, his face was flushed and Namjoon knew that the hybrid was trying really hard not to bolt out of there. He made the first move, he stood up and walked towards him. In a second, the hybrid was wrapped in his arms, and the light sweet smell of tangerines filled Namjoon’s nose. It felt amazing having the smaller male wrapped in his arms. 

“Hi” he greeted, “Hi” the boy answered, breaking the hug. It was getting a little awkward, so Yoongi decided to bite the bullet. 
“Is nice to have you back” he confessed, getting redder by the second. 
“It’s nice to be back, come on, there is a lot to catch on”, Namjoon said and offered the panther his hand and the hybrid took it. They walked to the couch and sat down. They both missed it. 

Slowly but surely the conversation started to flow. Namjoon told him about the Book Fair and all the things he did, the people he met, the books he bought, and more. The human was extremely excited, the sweet scent of pinewood was amazing and it filled Yoongi’s room; the hybrid was getting excited as well, listening to his friend, seeing and smelling his happiness was enough for the hybrid. If Namjoon is happy, Yoongi is happy. 

Yoongi showed him the finished melody, of course, he didn’t share the fact that it was a love song about Namjoon. Regardless of that, Namjoon was mesmerized by the piece, it was beautiful, the final part made him a little sad, but overall a great composition. The human praised the hybrid so much that the cat’s cheeks were redder than a tomato. The air filled with the mixture of pinewood and tangerines yet again, it was so addictive and enticing. Home. It smelled just like home. 

The conversation died down, but the silence was comfortable, their simple closeness was enough, no words or explanations were needed. However, Namjoon had some questions, might as well ask them now. 
“Hyung, Can I ask you something?”, he spoke breaking the comfortable silence.
“You already did” the cat sassed back. 
“Come on, you know what I mean”, the human whined a little, he knew how much Yoongi loved to tease him.  
“Just ask, you are going to do it anyway”, the panther rolled his eyes in a playful manner. He knew this was coming, he knew that Namjoon had questions; he always does. 
“The thing is…. The guys told me they came to visit you…” he started, the cat only replied with a nod. “And they told me….that….well…..”, he was getting nervous. Should he bring the issue up? Should he let it go and move on with it? What if he reopens some wounds and makes everything worse? 

“You want to know why I kicked you out?” Yoongi was always blunt, never the one to sugarcoat his words.  
“Yes, they say there was a reason”, the human said. A deep and long sigh left the hybrid’s lips. Ever since the boys went to visit him, he’s been getting ready to have this conversation. He is nervous and a small part of him wants to avoid the conversation, but he also wants Namjoon back and he will do whatever is necessary to get him back, even if he has to expose himself to him. Again.  

“That day, when you came crying about the fight you had with your boyfriends, I was surprised. It was the first time someone, anyone, has ever come to me seeking advice and comfort like that. I wasn't sure how to act or what to say. Being close to others is a new thing for me; I’ve always been alone, and I’ve always dealt with the pain myself. 

‘So, having you here, crying your heart out was….just….puzzling.… and… unsettling. You explained to me why you fought, you told them you were refusing to adopt, they didn't understand your sudden refusal, and you got into an argument. 

‘After you left, I couldn’t stop thinking about it. It was my fault, if I hadn’t told you anything that first time you asked for answers maybe you and your boyfriends wouldn’t have fought, maybe if I had been more resolute about meeting you, all the pain and tears could’ve been avoided. 

‘I realized that I became so dependent on you. I never had the chance to relate so deeply with anyone, after years of trauma and loneliness, I believed that I was meant to be alone for the rest of my life. I never imagined that there could be someone out there willing to be close to me, to be my friend. 

‘I was so angry, I still am, not as much though. But I never got the chance to fully rant, I never got to tell my story and the hybrid’s abuse. Having someone to share all of it, to be able to complain and vent without any consequences, I was being extremely selfish, I didn’t think about you; I didn’t consider your feelings or ideas, and I kept dumping all that information on you and I didn’t know how learning about it could possibly harm you.” the hybrid said, he was looking at his hands, his tail was placed on his lap, and the comforting atmosphere was gone. Yoongi was trying really hard not to cry, reveling all of those feelings was exhausting. 

The answer surprised Namjoon, he wasn’t expecting such deep introspection, he tough it was probably something he said or did that triggered the hybrid. He watched Yoongi carefully, he saw all the emotions that the hybrid was experiencing at the moment and he could feel them himself. He held his hand, he learned early on in their relationship that Yoongi loved to hold hands, it made him feel safe. 

“You are my first friend ever. During my childhood I was moved so many times from shelter to shelter that I never got the chance to make friends, the places I stayed for longer periods were so brutal with us that making friends could be a dangerous thing, even after I came here and was designated a human, I was so angry, so broken, so lost that others didn’t want me around. And to be honest, I didn't want to be around anyone. 

‘I was scared to be hurt again. I survived on my own, I made it out by myself. I didn’t know any better. All I have ever known is pain and mistreatment. But you changed that, you made me feel things that I thought I was never going to feel. For the first time I felt comfort, I felt safe, I felt close, I felt home and happiness. And I became addicted to it. I became selfish.” 

Namjoon understood it, after spending so much time with the hybrid, he understood his thought process, and knowing he is the reason Yoongi was able to feel all these emotions ignited something inside him. Yoongi isn’t going away again, he won't let go and he will do everything in his power to make sure of that. Before he could hug the hybrid, Yoongi spoke again. 

"I am kind of close with some of the hybrids here, but not enough to consider them friends. And then…this stupid human came asking stupid questions, he kept insisting on it, he was so stubborn and left me no choice but to agree. Somehow we became friends, good friends and my perspective of life changed” Namjoon was smiling at the last part, he knew Yoongi could be shy and introverted when it came to his feelings, but hearing him talk about him in this way was a huge step and an enormous sign of trust. He gave the panther his dimpled smile as encouragement. 

“I was so excited, a little scared, but overall excited. I never got to share my hobbies and passions, I never met someone that was interested in me, the real me. Not the hybrid that was abused, not the anomaly, not the “human”, the real me. 

‘I realized that you became essential in my life, the only person I could care for, the only person that cared for me. So…seeing you so hurt and devastated was unbearable, your scent was so strong and sad that it lingered in my room for some days. I thought it was my fault, so…. If I broke our relationship you would never have to feel that way. You are my friend, and friends protect each other”, the hybrid finished his explanation. 

Namjoon wanted to cry, he knew how much the hybrid meat to him, but he wasn't completely sure if the feeling was mutual. Knowing the hybrid was willing to break his relationship with the only friend he ever had, just to make sure Namjoon wasn’t getting into another fight with his boyfriends was enough to fall even harder for him. Yoongi is the most considerate, kind, and thoughtful being in the universe. Namjoon will be damned if he let Yoongi feel like that ever again. 

Yoongi is Namjoon's home too. He loves him and he now knows that he will not let go. He is lost without the panther and Yoongi owns a special place in his heart, just like his boyfriends do. Namjoon loves Yoongi. 

Without a word, the human got closer to the hybrid and hugged him, tight. He brushed his hair, he caressed his back and he concentrated really hard to express his feeling through his scent. They stayed like that for a long time, not saying anything, there was no need. They understood each other perfectly. They were bonded. Even if either of them was completely aware of it. 

“Hyung, that is so dumb”  the human suddenly said and laughed wholeheartedly. 
“What is?”, Yoongi asked confused. 
“Thinking that me fighting with my boyfriends was your fault” the human laughed again. He found endearing all the care the hybrid has for him, but the hybrid was blunt with his reactions. Namjoon couldn’t blame him, Yoongi was experiencing these kinds of emotions for the first time, it is only natural that he is still learning how to process them and act on them. 
“I came here looking for answers and all you did was give them to me. It was my choice to refuse, it was my choice to lie to them, and it was my choice to keep secrets from them. My relationship with you, and all the things we shared have nothing to do with the argument. If anything, I am so thankful that I got to meet you, I am so thankful that you are my friend, and I am so thankful that you accepted me in your life. Thank you for caring so deeply and so strongly for me and my boyfriends, but that was completely unnecessary and kind of dumb” Namjoon laughs at the pink flush in the hybrid’s face, the shy eyes, and the coy demeanor. Yoongi was a beautiful sight. 
“I am still your hyung you brat, don’t you dare to call me dumb again”, even with the shyness, the sassy hybrid wasn’t too far. They stayed like that, hugging each other, letting go of the stress, anxiety, and sadness that has been plaguing their minds.

“So……” the human started, breaking the silence once more. 
“So….?”, the hybrid asked back. 
“Are we good?”, he asked looking straight into Yoongi’s eyes. He needed to get the awkwardness from their relationship. 
“Yes, we are good”, the hybrid confirmed. 
“perfect, because I missed you and I know you missed me too”, the human happily said. Yoongi huffed a small ‘brat’ but a gummy smile graced his lips. He was happier than ever. He finally got his Namjoon back.

The room was calm and the only noise was the slow melody that came from the keyboard, it was a composition Namjoon found on the Internet and asked the hybrid if he could play it for him. Who was Yoongi to deny Namjoon’s wishes? The human was sprawled on the couch, enjoying the music, moving his head along with it. A tough came to his mind; he had considered it for quite some time, but he wasn’t sure if asking was a good idea. 

“Just spill it, I can sense your doubt” the hybrid stammered. Namjoon forgot the acute sense of smell of the feline. 
“I wanted to ask you something, but…….. I am not sure how appropriate it is”, the human voice was low and shy. Yoongi stopped playing and gave all his attention to the human on the couch. 
“Yeah, what is it?”, he asked him.  
“You have to promise me you won’t kick me out again” the human replied; he knew it was a sensitive question and he wasn’t ready to be quicked out again. 
“I can not make such promises, somehow there are times when you out dumb yourself” the hybrid retorted and laughed at his own remark. Namjoon pouted at the answer, but no hard feelings. It was just Yoongi being Yoongi. 
“Are you going to ask or not?”, the hybrid stood from his desk and walked to the human, he sat at the end of the couch, waiting. 
“It is just that, remember what you told me about scents?”, the human shyly asked. 
“Of course, you were so insisting about it, even after I warned you”, the cat laughed at the memory of a scared Namjoon, but he was also getting confused. What was he trying to say?

“I was wondering…..” the human started, but stopped trying to formulate his question. Namjoon was beating around the bush, his anxiety was clear. 
“Yes…?”, Yoongi was getting impatient. 
“Do friends scent each other?” The question was odd, but Yoongi got the idea instantly. He grew shy and flustered, Namjoon was asking if he could scent him. 

Without a word, he moved closer to the human, he locked eyes with him, a silent question. Namjoon nodded slightly, granting him permission. With swift and slow motion, he sat on Namjoon tights, not too close to his chest, just enough to properly scent him. Yoongi placed his hands on his shoulders, then he moved closer, he place his face on Namjoon’s neck, and the human moved his face back to grant the hybrid more access to his skin. Leisurely, the hybrid started moving his face, nuzzling Namjoon’s neck, trying to leave as much of his scent as possible. 

At first, Namjoon was really nervous, feeling the hybrid’s face in his neck was making him go bonkers, his heart was beating so fast and he could feel the deep flush in his face. Yoongi took Namjoon’s hands and placed them on his waist, once the human got the hint, he help to keep the hybrid still on his lap.

As the hybrid kept nuzzling, the human finally relaxed, he allowed the feline to scent him to his heart's content. As time went on, the smell of tangerines and something sweet that he couldn’t properly place filled his nose; he also noticed a small tint of pines, like the forest during winter. It was the first time he smelled himself. So this is how he smells to Yoongi? Not bad Namjoon. 

Yoongi took his time, he’s been dreaming about scenting Namjoon for quite some time. The pinewood scent always calms him and having it so close and strong is addicting. He nuzzles his own cheek in Namjoons neck, he moves from left to right, making sure that the human is properly scented. His hands start to caress the human hair in a soothing manner. He can feel his own heartbeat in his ears and the flush in his face, but he cannot care in the slightest. Scenting his Joon is simply perfect. 

Namjoon was still nervous, now he understands why scenting is such a delicate subject for hybrids, having the panther nuzzling him like that was definitely intimate. But he didn’t mind, the warmth and peace he felt during the scenting were perfect. He needs to ask the hybrid to do it again. He has never felt so close to Yoongi and having such a personal and private experience only made them closer. Namjoon will be damned if he doesn't get scented by Yoongi again.  Now that he knows how amazing it feels, he won’t allow the hybrid to stop. The hybrid finished his ministrations and moved away to look at the human. He had a huge gummy smile, the one that was reserved for Namjoon. He was clearly flustered and a little embarrassed, Namjoon smiled back at him in a reassuring manner. 

“Thank you,” he told the cat; Yoongi only nodded in shyness. The mood inside the room was pleasant and peaceful. At that moment everything was fine, more than fine, it was perfect. The beautiful smell that engulfed both of them was like a drug, and they were happy to become junkies. 

The time came to say goodbye, Namjoon stood up and hugged Yoongi, he made sure to squish him properly. They said their goodbyes and with one last hug, Namjoon was out of the room. 

Yoongi was physically incapable of stopping his face, the idiot grin stay there the rest of the afternoon and the evening, and the beautiful and relaxing scent of pinewood remained strong in his nose and his clothes. He never felt so close to Namjoon and having his scent on him, like some sort of claim made a possessive and instinctual part of him proud. He didn’t change for bedtime, he carefully crawled to the bed and positioned himself to sleep, making sure the scent of the human was surrounding him completely. Sleep never came so easy, he closed his eyes and fell into a deep slumber. What a great way to go to sleep. 

Namjoon went home with a loopy smile plastered on his face. He felt light and happy. He could smell the mixture of scents in his clothes. Unconsciously he grabbed his shirt collar and pulled it to his nose just to get a little sniff of the sweet smell. Similar to Yoongi, he went to sleep that night with the scented shirt, smiling like a teenage boy in love.

What a pair of dorks. They are so in love and they don’t even know. 

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Things changed. Drastically. After the proper introduction with Namjoon’s boyfriends, the hybrid’s boring routine suffered some modifications. Having the boys over during visiting hours became his new reality. Namjoon was the only one that visited him alone, the rest of the guys went to visit the hybrid in twos or threes; they rarely went all together. Yoongi prefers it that way, he gets shy and coy, even though they are really nice and he can’t stop feeling comfortable around them. He can see why Namjoon fell in love with them.

The guys have been talking about Yoongi, they get really excited whenever they visit him. After the rough first meeting, all the hard feelings were gone. The guys enjoy the hybrid’s company, he is sassy, and a little sarcastic, but overall such an interesting person, he has strong ideals and he is never shy to share them or call them out if they say something that may be rude, incorrect or simply stupid. It became clear why Namjoon and Yoongi became so close in a short period of time. Yoongi is a sweetheart. 

Watching Namjoon's close relationship with the hybrid made them a little jealous, not because their boyfriend is spending time with someone else, but because his relationship with Yoongi is so close. They wanted the same thing. They decide to visit the hybrid individually, that way each one has the opportunity to get closer to the panther. After some meetings in groups and pairs, it is time to finally get one-on-one time with the cat. 

Jin likes to spend his days off at home, sit and play video games, eat, watch some TV, and overall have a free stress day. However, this time he isn’t staying at home on his day off. After his boyfriends left to work, he prepared some of his favorite food, he asked Yoongi once which were his favorite dishes, and he was so delighted at the answer he got, ‘I love all food, especially Korean’. Perfect . He cooked his favorite Korean dishes, and he was so careful with them, even though he is a well-renowned chef, he still wanted to impress the hybrid. After the cooking session, he got ready to visit the feline. 

He arrived just in time, enclosure time was starting, the clerk only smiled at him and made a signal to enter the hallway where the dorms were located, by this point he could’ve walked to the hybrids' bedroom with his eyes closed. 

Before he knocked, the door swung open, revealing the cute male. 

“Hi hyung” was the greeting he got, “Hey there Yoongi, What you been doing?”, the cat shrugged his shoulders. 

“Not much, just trying to clean my room a little bit”, the place was an organized mess, the bed, the closet, and the couch were neat, but the desktop area was a battle zone, it was obvious the hybrid had been working on something. 

“What is that?” he asked, pointing to the basket the older was holding.  

“Oh, this… I thought maybe we could have a picnic day” the older responded. 

“A picnic day?” Yoongi was confused, What the fuck is a picnic?

“Yes, you know, laying on the ground, eating some food, relax” the hybrid was so confused, he never heard something so stupid. 

“Why would we be sitting on the ground, there is a couch right there!” He pointed to the mentioned furniture, he was confused. Is his Jin hyung stupid or something?! 

“Have you ever been on a picnic?”, Jin had the same realization Namjoon had some weeks ago; Yoongi hasn’t experienced so many things. He sighed and grew a little sad for the hybrid, at least he could give him a new adventure today. 

“Don't worry about it. Do you want to eat here or outside?” He asked instead, not wanting to offend the panther for his lack of knowledge. 

“I think here is the best place, besides, you can't get inside the enclosure, is for hybrids only. Humans may mistake you for a hybrid”, the panther answered him. 

Jin lowered the picnic basket he’s been carrying and moved to the couch, he pushed it a little to the side, leaving a free space where they could sit and eat. He took out the blanket and spread it on the floor, he proceeded to open the basket and took out the containers. With a hand gesture, he indicated the hybrid to sit down. Yoongi was confused, but did as he was told; his eyes grew like saucers when all the food was placed in front of him. 

“Are we eating all of that?!”, he was incredulous, the smell was amazing and he was mouthwatering. 

“Yes, I made it myself, Hope you like it”. Yoongi was impressed, there were a lot of dishes and they looked so delicious. He grew impatient to taste. 

Jin had to fight against all his instincts and prevent himself from cooing. Yoongi was tasting everything the elder cooked and with every bite he took he made little sounds that indicated how much he was enjoying the food; he was almost vibrating, after each mouthful he would slightly rock side to side, close his eyes and make little “ nom noms ”. He looked adorable. 

Jin's chest grew warm, the delight in the hybrid was wonderful. 

“Ths ish soo gud!” the hybrid said with his mouth full of food. Jin laughed at the cat’s antics. He wanted to scold the hybrid for talking with his mouth full, but he was loving the faces Yoongi made. 

After tasting everything and getting seconds from his favorites, Yoongi was so happy. He had never in his life tasted such delicacies. 

“Hyung, are these your recipes?”, Yoongi asked with an excited glint in his eyes.

“Yes and no. They are traditional Korean dishes, but I added some of my own ideas”, Jin loved when people praised his cooking. 

“They were amazing, I had never tasted anything like this before. I wish I could cook something like this”, the hybrid said excitedly. 

“You like to cook?” That was surprising . Jin never imagined Yoongi as a fan of cooking.

“I do, I learned to cook as part of the hybrid lesson I took in one of my previous shelters”, he confessed with a sad expression. 

“Why don’t you cook anymore?”, it was clear the hybrid enjoyed doing it. 

“I am not allowed in the kitchen in here, it is only for hybrids because they are the ones in charge of cooking, and cleaning, and all of those chores” the cat simply nodded. Jin was sad, he would go mad if he wasn’t allowed to cook. 

“I am sorry”, that was the only comfort he could provide to the hybrid.

“Don’t worry, I am used to it; besides, it’s been years, probably I forgot how to do it” Yoongi reassured. Jin wanted to protest, but he didn’t want to break the peaceful ambiance in the room. 

They ate a little more, and Jin had to leave. He said goodbye and promised to be back with more food; eliciting a small squeak from Yoongi. As Jin was heading home, he started to make a mental list of all the dishes he wanted to prepare for the hybrid. If the he wasn’t allowed to cook, at least he was going to taste. Jin will make sure of that.

Hoseok was a bit mad. He was hired to train two brothers for a school competition of some sort, that is why he changed his entire schedule to have the afternoon free to teach the kids. He is been waiting for an hour, and the kids aren’t there, their mom texted him 2 minutes ago telling him they were going to be another 30 minutes late. He is a patient and understanding person if someone is late he doesn’t have any issue waiting for them, but an hour and a half late? That was just ridiculous. He grabbed his stuff and told his secretary he was leaving. 

Now, he had a free afternoon. He thought about going home, but the rest of his boyfriends were out. Such a waste of time. With a deep sigh he decided to go home, he got into his car and he got a great idea; there was a certain hybrid he could visit. A huge smile appeared on his face, maybe getting his class canceled wasn’t such a bad idea. A small blessing in disguise. 

He was almost skipping to the hybrid's room, he entered and place himself on the couch, one of the employees was getting Yoongi. He observed the room, at this point he felt comfortable being there, he grew costumed to the place. He stood up and walked around, a part of him was sad knowing that these were Yoongi’s only possessions, knowing that the hybrid’s entire life could be fitted inside such a small place made his heart hurt. 

He walked to the desk, the worn-out keyboard rested there, he moved his fingers across the keys. How could Yoongi create such beautiful melodies?

The human was so lost in thought that he didn’t notice a certain panther entering the room. 

“Why are you sad?” He asked noticing the sour scent of sandalwood. 

“I am not sad” Hobi answered and gave the hybrid a big smile.  

“You can’t lie to me, remember?”, he said while pointing at his nose. Hobi laughed a little, it was hard to trick the panther’s nose. 

“Tough day, nothing serious” he simply answered; the hybrid accepted the answer, always careful not to pry or act pushy. They all appreciated how Yoongi would respect their space and time. 

“So……You came here to…..?” The hybrid asked, extending his words. 

“I don’t know, I was hoping we could spend some time together if you like” The human explained, he was fidgeting with his fingers looking at the floor. 

“Sure, I don’t mind”, with that, the hybrid sat down on the couch, inviting the human to join him. They sat there, starting a small conversation, the hybrid was a little embarrassed, Hobi’s smile was beautiful and contagious. Whenever Hobi smiled at him or laughed, Yoongi’s stomach filled with butterflies, and his heart rate increased. 

The conversation between them simply flowed, even if their personalities were opposites, they could sense the comfort and a sense of camaraderie was slowly building. 

Hobi was so pleased with himself, he managed to make Yoongi laughs his ass off, he was recalling some weird situations between him and the guys, and he made sure to use his hands and face while telling the story, making the hybrid more invested and finally exploding in a fit of laughter. Both of them were on the ground, holding their stomachs and trying really hard to catch their breaths. Several minutes later they were back on the couch, panting from the excessive laughing. 

“I will have to double-check that story with Joonie” the panther warned, still panting from the lack of oxygen.

“Do it, I am not lying, it really happened” Hobi assured. He was going to start another anecdote, but an employee announced that visiting hours were over. 

With a heavy sigh and little disappointment, Hobi stood up. 

“Time to leave”, he said, it was clear that both of them were disappointed that their time was over.  

“Yeah, it is”, Yoongi was trying really hard to hide his disappointment. He hated that visiting hours were so short. 

“Don’t worry, I’ll be back with more embarrassing stories”, the human promised and gave Yoongi a quick hug. 

“You better”, the hybrid warned as Hobi left the room. 

Yoongi had never laughed so hard in his life, the feeling was foreign but he wouldn’t be against repeating it. Hobi, on the other hand, promised himself that he will do whatever is necessary to make Yoongi laugh again, his giggles and laughter were precious. And let’s not forget the cutest and most beautiful gummy smile he’s ever seen. 

Jimin wasn’t sure if visiting Yoongi alone was the best idea. He had spent time with him and he really liked the hybrid, but he’s always been accompanied by the other guys. 

He took some days off because he injured his ankle, it wasn't so serious but his boyfriends were willing to tie him up in the bed, in a no-kinky way, if he didn’t rest for some days. His ankle was okay now, but he knew that Hobi wasn’t going to like it and he was even capable to rat him out with the rest of their boyfriends. 

He sat in the living room with an ice cream tube, ready to have a marathon of crappy tv. While he was channel surfing he remember something Joon told them about Yoongi, apparently, the hybrid never had ice cream until Namjoon introduced him to it. An idea came to his head; maybe this is the opportunity he was waiting for. 

Before arriving at the facility, he made a quick stop at the convenience store, he got his three favorite ice cream flavors, some toppings, and spoons. The drive was fast, he parked and walked to the entrance carrying the sweat treat. Without a word, the employee at the front desk opened the door and he walked all the way to the hybrid’s room. 

He was nervous, it was the first time he was meeting the hybrid on his own, he stood outside the room trying to calm himself down, knowing the hybrid had good senses.

He was standing outside the panther’s bedroom door, he was so focused he didn’t notice another person beside him. The hybrid stood at his side, looking at the door, trying to figure out what was the human doing. 

“What are we looking at?” The hybrid asked still looking at the closed door, startling the human.  

“Hyung! You scared me!”, the human placed his hand on his heart, feeling the accelerated beatings against his chest, he finally noticed the hybrid was standing next to him. 

“Sorry” Yoongi simply said and opened the door, he walked inside and waited for the human to come in, “Are you coming in or not?”. 

Jimin placed the bag on the table, with no words. The hybrid watched him closely, it was clear the human was stressed and slightly scared, his scent was proof enough. “What is in the bag?”, the panther asked, trying to break the ice.

“Ahhh, yeah…Well….Joonie hyung told us that you….Well…..you never had ice cream before until Joon got you some, so…..well….I was thinking…..Well,….I got……you some ice cream?” The last part sounded like a question. Jimin was sweating and he got terribly embarrassed for the rambling. Yoongi found it adorable and cute, he maintained his straight face, trying hard not to laugh at the human’s predicament. 

“Flavour?”, he asked in a serious tone.  

“Mmmhhh?”, Jimin was a little embarrassed and was looking at the floor. 

“What flavor did you bring?”, the hybrid explained.

“Ahhh, I brought my three favorites, Vanilla, strawberry, and cookies ’n cream,” he said while taking out each tube. Yoongi grew excited, he loved ice cream and he was thrilled to taste new flavors. 

They sat on the floor, placing the lids and toppings on the couch, Jimin offered the vanilla tube first, Yoongi grabbed a scoop, and he slowly tasted the trait; he clearly remembered his last experience with ice cream. The flavor was amazing, it was sweet and creamy. He tried strawberry after, again he took a small scoop and tasted it, this one was less sweet and creamy but delicious nonetheless. Finally, cookies ’n cream, this one was his least favorite, it wasn't bad, but not as good as the other two. “So……?”, Jimin asked expectantly, it was time for the verdict. 

“Vanilla, definitely” the hybrid answered while nodding his head in approval.

“In that case, you can have the vanilla one, I’ll take strawberry. You can add some toppings if you like” he said while pointing at them. 

Yoongi tried the toppings but wasn’t convinced, plain ice cream was delicious. They ate the dessert and talked a little, using the food as an excuse to not talk too much. But soon, there was no more ice cream, the awkwardness started to fill the room. 

Yoongi smelled the nervousness in the younger, he saw how Jimin started to play with his hands, a clear sign of uneasiness. He saw how the younger was tapping the coffee table with his fingers, he also noticed the flushed cheeks and there was a slightly sour scent of champaca. He closed his eyes , Hope I don’t regret this! 

Yoongi gulped and slowly, trying really hard not to scare the younger, he grabbed one of Jimin’s hands. The human was surprised and tried to retract his hand, but the hybrid kept a firm grip; Jimin looked at Yoongi, he had his eyes closed and was moving Jimin’s hand near his face; the human started to panic and was about to move away when his fingers touched something soft. Yoongi placed his hand on his panther's ears. 

Jimin’s eyes had never been this big, his blush reached his ears and his heart almost burst out of his ribcage. Yoongi’s eyes were closed, but he gave a nod, giving the human permission. 

Jimin moved his hand slowly, the panther’s fur was the softest thing he’s ever touched; with slow movements, he caressed the ears from the base of the jet black hair to the end of the slightly round ear. He noticed how Yoongi’s tail moved from side to side in a smooth glide. He moved to the other ear, providing the same ministrations. It was amazing, Yoongi’s relaxed expression was a clear indication that he was enjoying the petting. They remained like that for some time, basking in the comfort of a soft and gentle petting. Yoongi had to fight really hard not to purr. 

“This is the first time someone petted my ears” the panther confessed, the sudden statement surprised Jimin, he stopped moving his hands and looked at the hybrid in the eyes. 

“What do you mean?”, Jimin restarted his ministrations to the hybrid’s ears. Caressing the soft fur was so relaxing. 

“Well, caretakers and humans find a certain pleasure in pulling hybrid's ears and tails, I truly don’t understand why they do it. Besides, our ears are extremely sensitive, it really hurts when you pull them. This is the first time that someone touches my ears without hurting me” Yoongi said, his eyes still closed and a satiated expression on his face.  

The confession broke Jimin’s heart, he couldn’t imagine how the hybrid endured all those years of mistreatment. ‘You have to be a sick bastard if you find pleasure in hurting others like that’ that was all Jimin could think about. 

“Don’t worry, is okay. I am okay, besides, this feels really nice” the panther confessed, he offered the human a small smile; he was embarrassed because he hated when people pet him, but having Jimin doing it felt right, felt nice and he wouldn’t be opposed repeating it. 

“Are you sure? I mean… I will never do anything that could possibly hurt you”, the human assured, his small hands petting the black hair in Yoongis head. 

“I know, that is why I let you do it” the cat shrugged, he was placing so much trust in Jimin, but deep down he felt safe doing it, his instincts told him that he could trust the human boy. Sharing that intimate moment broke all the tension and awkwardness between both. They got into a pleasing conversation, sharing their personal point of view and ideas. 

Yoongi wanted to hide Jimin and never let him go after he gave him the most enticing and sublime eye smile he had ever seen in his entire life, that smile had no competition. Yoongi will do whatever is necessary to see it again. And that is a promise. Jimin was in the same situation as the hybrid when he saw the gummy smile in close-up and in 4K, he was a goner, and couldn’t be happier. 

When the time was up and they have to say goodbye, Yoongi had to use all his self-control and prevent himself from aggressively scenting Jimin. He was smitten and he wanted to keep him in his room, protected and safe. He was ready to commit murder to protect the cute human. Jimin was the most precious thing in the world. Period.  

Tae has been trying to visit the hybrid for the past couple of days, he “accepts the hybrid” but there is still a part of him that wants to be 100% sure that the hybrid is a good person. He managed to postpone one of his projects and now he is ready to face the panther. He has a list of questions he wants to ask Yoongi and depending on the answers his perception of the panther will be determined. His boyfriends have told him that he has some sort of vibe check and it has never failed him before. True, the hybrid has, in a way, passed his vibe check but he can never be too careful. Now, with an open slot, it is time to face the grumpy cat. 

He arrived at the facility just in time, apparently, the enclosure time was about to start. The clerk informed him that Yoongi was probably still in his room, Tae walked to the hybrid’s place and was about to open the door, but a certain hybrid beat him to it, ready to head out the room. They stood still, in front of each other, clearly they weren’t expecting the other. Tae recovered his composure and without a word, he walked inside the room and sat, he crossed his legs and invited the hybrid to sit in the bed like he owned the place. 

When Yoongi first met the human he thought he was odd, Namjoon told him about Taehyung’s personality and his proclivity to act in a “ strange ” way. With time, Yoongi found the “strange behavior” kind of interesting, the ability to think out of the box was a rare trait and the hybrid couldn’t be more interested in the human. Taehyung was built differently, in a good way. That is why Yoongi didn’t mind the attitude the human was displaying, nor did he feel angry at the “ inquisitive ” look he was getting from the human on the couch.

“How do I know you are real and not a fidget of my imagination?” Tae asked with the most serious face the hybrid has ever seen on the boy. The hybrid thought for a moment and answered.

“If I punch you right now you would feel pain. That is how you can tell you are awake. Pain is real. Do you want me to try out the theory?” the hybrid offered with a smug smile. The human ignored him and proceeded with his questions. 

“if colors had a scent, How does color blue would smell like?” that was a disconcerting question, but Yoongi actually thought about it. After a couple of minutes, he came to an answer. 

“I don't know what colors smell like, but I can associate them. For me, the color blue would smell like the pond at the enclosure, like chemicals” the panther said and scratched his head. Teahyung had a very particular brand of quirky. 

“If you have 10 tangerines and I take two, how many tangerines do you have?” Taehyung discovered the hybrid’s love for the orange fruit. 

“10 and a dead body”, Yoongi answered in a heartbeat, looking straight at the human. His silent way of saying ‘don't you fucking dare touch my tangerines!’. Taehyung acted like he didn't notice and moved on. 

“If you could have an animal talk to you, which one would it be?”, Yoongi scoffed at the question, and with a deadass look, he answered the human. 

“You are aware I live with hybrids, right?”, Tae blushed at the answer, it was true. Yoongi could, technically, talk with animals. The questions kept coming and were harmless. Yoongi knew the human asked them to test his charisma and character, it was pretty entertaining. 

50 random and weird questions later, Tae was finally satisfied, the panther answered all of them. Unespectantly, he retorted with sarcasm, sassiness, and cockiness, but he wasn’t surprised, that was exactly what he was expecting. Yoongi has officially passed his vibe check.

Tae felt comfortable around the hybrid, he was funny, grumpy, straightforward, shy, and definitely introverted. However, he hasn’t critiqued Tae or made fun of him. The human had had enough bad experiences when meeting new people, they tend to label him as weird, quirky, eccentric, unconventional, and more, those people never pass his vibe check. Even if the hybrid has a tough and rough attitude, he has never labeled him like that. Yoongi has shown interest in Taehyung’s job, he has never questioned his creative reasoning and hasn’t made a single comment regarding his fashion decisions. Tae really likes Yoongi. 

“Thank you for answering my questions”, he told the hybrid with a huge smile on his face. 

“Sure, whenever you want,” the hybrid said. Teahyung had a comforting aura, he was a social butterfly and made it through Yoongi’s walls.  

The conversation suddenly stopped and Yoongi started to grow anxious. He decided to leave the room. 

“Where are you going?”, the human asked when Yoongi stood up from the bed. 

“The enclosure”, the hybrid answered. His tone of voice showed his disdain for that particular place, Tae laughed at the hybrid’s antics.  

“What?!… if you were forced to stay out under the sun for three hours, with a bunch of people looking at you like an animal in a petting zoo, you would also be pissed”, the panther exclaimed. He sat back down again, starting a new conversation with the human.  

“It is that bad?”, Tae asked, frustration was evident on the hybrid’s face. 

“Terrible, horrific, dreadful, awful, horrifying, hideous…Should I continue?”, Yoongi answered in a playful manner, the human laughed and raised his hands in surrender.

“I get it…. Can’t you bail?”, Tae tiled his head to the side in curiosity. 

“No, even if I am a designated human, part of the judge's ruling states that I am so traumatized and I can’t take proper care of myself, so adoption is the only option for me. And because I am living here, I must fulfill the basic rules the facility enforces”, the hybrid answered with a sigh. 

Tae knew all of it, the hybrid told them his story. He had a lot of respect for the panther, but he also felt sad for him, after everything he had to go through, and yet, he still was trapped inside this place. 

“Do you want to be adopted?”, Tae suddenly asked, the question suddenly popped up in his head and he wasn’t able to stop his mouth from making it. The conversation quickly shifted. Noticing the hybrid’s hesitation, Tae added, “You don’t have to answer if you don’t want”. Yoongi was lost in thought. 

After some meditation and ponderation, he finally had an answer. “I’m not sure. A part of me hates the idea of being adopted, you know? The thought of being displayed like an object, having people coming here and observing me, looking at what I can offer to them, makes my skin crawl. I know that, if I get adopted, it will be under the Designation Act, and however adopts me cannot force me to do shit; but…, if there is something I’ve learned from my past experiences, people never adopts hybrids out of the goodness of their hearts, there is always a price, always something they want in return, and I don’t think I can make it out alive again”. This was the first time Yoongi shared his thoughts regarding adoption. He barely gave a thought to the topic, but now that he was asked, he wasn't sure how to feel about it. 

“And the other part?”, Tae inquiered.  Yoongi released a sigh and answered. 

“The other part of me, the part that still clings to hope, the part that craves freedom and wishes for good things; that part wants to get adopted. Even if adoption won’t grant me complete freedom and somehow I will be bound to whichever human adopts me, I will be out of here, I will no longer be displayed, I will no longer be forced to these humans' schedules and activities, I will get to say no.” 

Tae was expecting this kind of reaction from the hybrid, even if they just meet, he could see beyond the facade the hybrid had carefully built. 

“In the end, It doesn’t matter, whether I get adopted or not, I lose. I will not get to choose, I will not be the one calling the shots, somebody else will choose for me. Getting designated a human only stopped the physical abuse, but I am still treated like an animal, I am still considered a hybrid… So….. yeah….” The hybrid went silent, the conversation died down. It was the first time he shared this particular fear, he hadn’t realized about it till this exact moment. 

Taehyung’s mind started to formulate a plan, there must be a way to free Yoongi, the hybrid is legally a human and cannot be forced to get adopted just to exercise his rights. Tae decided that he needed to take a deep dive on the internet, maybe talk with his lawyer friends. There must be a way. 

The mood was strange and the human realized that Yoongi needed space to process his feelings. He stood up and hugged the hybrid, words weren’t necessary. He left the room and texted some people, there has to be a way, he just needs to find it. 

Yoongi was getting familiar with Tae’s quirky manners. That is exactly what he loved about the human, he had a way to understand the panther without words, he had the ability to sense the emotions and the mood. Taehyung was such an empathic person, and Yoongi couldn’t be more thankful to have met him. Tae was just a sweetheart. 

Jungkook was mesmerized by the panther. During his last visit, he noticed a couple of paintings in the hybrid’s room. Maybe Yoongi could be his new painting buddy? He had a huge passion for art and neither of his boyfriends was into painting; well, Taehyungie hyung was, but their styles were so different that sometimes they collied with each other. 

He had a meeting with a possible investor, a CEO from a technology corporation, the girl knew her money’s worth and was kind of tech-savvy; looks like a good business partner. He left the meeting with good expectations, it was early, almost lunchtime. He went to one of his favorite spots, he order a baguette, and was thinking about his previous meeting when he saw the store. 

Across from the deli place was an art supply store, he needed some supplies for his new piece, he quickly finished his food and walked to the store. 30 minutes later, he was carrying some canvases, an assortment of different colors, and two sets of DaVinci Maestro paintbrushes. During his supply frenzy, Yoongi came to his mind, maybe he could visit his possible new painter friend. 

He closed the passenger door with his foot, his hands were busy with all the supplies. He walk to the facility and asked the clerk to meet Yoongi, the employee was confused, but didn’t question it, he told him he was going to fetch the panther for him. With a little trouble, he managed to enter the panther’s bedroom and placed all the things on the floor. 

“What is with you guys and entering my room when I am gone?” The hybrid was getting used to being called from the enclosure to meet one of the boys, he didn’t mind, but it was unsettling nonetheless. He feing annoyance, but the little smile was a telltale. 

“Sorry, I should have called or something,” the human said, realizing his mistake. He never asked Yoongi if he wanted to meet him or anything.  

“Who would’ve you called? I don’t have a phone” the cat answered with his usual sassiness, he crossed his arms over his chest, trying to suppress a laugh at the human’s shyness. 

“You know what I mean hyung!”, the human whined at the panther’s teasing. He found the sassiness cute and attractive. 

“What is that?” The hybrid scrunched his nose, he could smell some chemicals, he moved his eyes and saw the bag filled to the top and the pair of canvases that were resting on the floor.  

“Sorry, I went to get some supplies for my new art piece and I remembered you like to paint, so I decided to re-route here, maybe we could paint together…..” he said, the human was getting shyer by the minute at the lack of response, he quickly added, “Only if you want, of course. If you are the type to paint alone and have your own creative process and not share your work is fine by me, I mean, I get it, sometimes I get like that too. So, don’t feel pressured by me or anything, I was hoping to get a painter buddy, but it’s okay if-”, before he could continue with his ranting, Yoongi stopped him. 

“Sure, I’d love to paint with you”, the human was surprised, he wasn’t expecting that response. He looked at his hyung and saw him smiling in excitement. What a beautiful creature Yoongi was. 

“Really?”, he was getting excited too. 

“yeah,…”. Yoongi said and nodded his head in confirmation. He approach the boy and made a motion with his hands, telling him to show him all the supplies. 

Jungkook started to take everything out of the bag, he gave the panther a canvas, a set of paint brushes and placed the rest of the accessories to the side. Yoongi got the old bed bedsheet he uses whenever he paints and placed it on the floor. 

They were getting everything ready, Yoongi was opening the set of paint brushes and his breath got caught in his throat. These were fucking expensive!. He’s never been in an art supply store, all his materials are procured by one of the caretakers, but he knew expensive and high quality whenever he sees it. The brushes were magnificent, he’s never had such beautiful art tools. 

“How much those these cost?”, he asked Jungkook, the human only shrugged his shoulders. 

“That is for me to know and for you to enjoy” he answered nonchalantly. 

“I can give you the money for them, these are expensive and I can’t ….” the hybrid started to tell the boy, but before he could finish he got interrupted. 

“Hyung, money is no trouble for me, okay? Don’t worry about them, they are a gift for accepting me as your artistic buddy”, the human assured, easing the anxiousness in the elder.  

It was true, neither of the boys had money issues, they were well off and they were secretly excited to spend some money on the hybrid. 

“Thank you so much, they are beautiful,” the panther said. Jungkook looked at him, the excitement in the hybrid was evident, he felt a little sad, usually he was able to buy these kinds of supplies and he never worried about the price or luxury, but seeing how much they meant to the hybrid, he remembered Yoongi never experienced those small pleasures in life. Who would have thought that a set of paintbrushes could bring so much joy and excitement?

They sat on the floor, the canvases were supported against the couch, colors were mixed and, in no time, some paint was smeared across the white canvas. Yoongi was more of a conceptual artist, and Jungkook preferred nature and realism. Yoongi’s piece was a mixture of colors, as for Kooks, he was mixing some greens and oranges. 

Jungkook took his phone and chose his favorite instrumental playlist when painting. The soft melodies were relaxing and the room was filled with the scent of cedarwood and tangerines. Time flowed easily, and little words were exchanged, but it was perfect. Jungkook has never experienced such an amazing painting session before. Yoongi was also thrilled, he never had a painting buddy, and the luxurious paintbrushes were amazing. 

Jungkook knew the paintings were not going to be finished in one session, obviously, but they were an amazing excuse to visit the hybrid again. When time ran out, he asked the hybrid if he could leave his canvas there, and the hybrid was happy to agree. They said goodbye to each other and the only memory of the pleasant afternoon was the lingering smell of paint. 

Jungkook was going to spoil rotten the panther, he could already imagine all the supplies and painting session with the hybrid. The thought of sharing something so close to him with Yoongi made him extremely happy. Yoongi made him happy. 

Sharing alone time with the boys proved to be a positive experience, Yoongi has never been this happy, the human’s presence was so recomforting and nice that Yoongi can’t phantom the idea of never meeting them again. They made their way into his heart, they managed to bring some happiness that he never knew he could experience. They became so dear and so important that whenever they aren’t around him, a sensation of emptiness and sorrow engulfs him. They became home. It was also the first time in Yoongi’s life that he felt homesick.

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Yoongi never thought that he would ever be this happy. After all the things he have to go through in the past, he kinda lost hope in happiness. True, his life was much better now, however, he still was bound to the facility’s management. Having survived all the abuse, mistreatment, and trauma, he hoped for something better; but that stupid judge came to ruin everything, sending him to the facility using his past as an excuse. No matter what, he just couldn’t get his freedom. 

Everything changed when a certain dimpled man was looking for answers, with him came other 5 dudes with their own personalities and Yoongi couldn’t be happier. Ever since he opened up to them, his days are filled with mellow conversations, happy memories, and a beautiful blend of scents that he never knew he needed. 

Even if the caretakers and employees at the facility despised the hybrid, they allowed him and the rest of the boys extended visit hours; they could meet Yoongi between 10 am and 7 pm. 

The hybrid and the humans were excited by the news; having such a flexible schedule allowed them to move to and fro with more freedom and of course, they could stay for longer periods of time with their favorite panther. The boys had to make some adjustments to their personal schedules, even if they wanted to spend the entire day hanging out in the hybrid’s room, they still had jobs and reputations to uphold. 

They finally managed to have a slot in their busy schedules to visit the hybrid together. It was probably noon when they arrived at the facility. The clerk at the front desk simply nodded towards them and they walked in acknowledgment. In less than 3 minutes they stood before the hybrid’s bedroom door. 

They were about to knock, but Jungkook, being the impatient boy he is, simply opened it. They were about to scold their youngest boyfriend when the most beautiful scene welcomed them. 

Yoongi was sleeping in his bed. He was sleeping on his right side, the bed was filled with blankets and pillows, and only the hybrid’s head was visible, the black panther ears and the jet black hair looked so soft and cute. His ears started moving after hearing the soft cooing sounds the humans were making. 

Sensing their presence, his hands came out of the blanket, reaching past his head in a big stretch, followed by a yawn that clearly showed his cat side. The panther slowly sat up, rubbing his eyes, trying to focus on his visitors. His face was a little bloated, his cheeks were slightly red, and his eyes were trying hard to focus on the people in his room. His ears moved a little bit, catching any sound and his nose twitched, attempting to identify the scents. He looked so small and soft, exactly like a cat after a nap. The boys had to stop themselves from pinching him. 

They died and went to heaven, the sight of a sleepy Yoongi was just too much. He was so ethereal, even with the red eyes for the rubbing and the confused look on his face made it even better. The panther looked so small and cute under all the blankets and pillows, and the guys had to resist the urge to join him on the bed. Yoongi busted all of their uwus in a single afternoon. 

“Hey” Okay, that was unexpected. The contrast threw them off, the hybrid look so small and cute and lovely, but his voice didn’t match his appearance. The raspy and low voice was simply…in lack of better words, sexy. They couldn’t avoid imagining how would it be to wake up to that sight and that voice every morning. Nobody could be cute and sexy at the same time. It wasn’t fair. Maybe is a hybrid thing.  
“Guys?”, the question managed to bring them back from their stupor and the no so innocent thoughts they were having. 
“Sorry if we wake you”, Namjoon finally said, looking at the ground and struggling to hide his blushed face. 
“Don’t worry, I was just taking a nap”, the feline assured them. He yawned again trying to shake off the sleepiness. He sat up, still bundled in his blanket, and moved to his usual place on the bed’s edge. 

Nearly having a heart attack because of the cuteness overload, they got comfortable in the room. And like that, they spent the rest of the day together, sharing the carefully cooked food, talking, having a good time and the panther even indulged them in a small concert. Overall, it was a perfect afternoon.  

Seven came too soon. The maknaes whined, not wanting to leave so early, but they couldn't prolong their stay, the caretakers would simply not allow it. They hugged the hybrid and exchanged goodbyes. Yoongi scented Namjoon bashfully, not wanting to show so much affection, especially in front of his boyfriends. It was sad to leave, but they were probably going to go back the next day. 

The guys weren’t the only ones having trouble with possible heart attacks and not-so-innocent thoughts. Having 6 sexy men over was an issue, they not only were amazing people but also hot as hell. Yoongi didn’t know how he has survived all this time. His days were filled with fluff, love, and a huge dose of sexual tension. Yoongi kept all these moments close to his heart. 

It all started when Jimin went to visit him after one of his classes, the younger was a little mad. He had to kick out one of his students, he was told by one of the female dancers that some dude was groping them while dancing; Jimin being the co-owner of the Studio and also the main choreographer for that particular class, he had to be in charge. The guy pleaded and promised not to do it again, however, the studio had strict rules. The guy cursed at Jimin and said some things about his boyfriends. After that, he clocked out and was heading home, but decided to visit Yoongi, his soft presence always calmed Jimin. 
The hybrid listen attentively and gave comforting words. Somehow they managed to fall asleep cuddled up. Not that they cared. Having a secure grip on the younger male, Yoongi couldn’t resist the urge and may have scented him, not so thoroughly as he did with Namjoon though. A satisfied smile appeared on his lips when Jimin left smelling like him. 

It was probably a Thursday when Jin visited him. As per usual, Jin cooked for him and they enjoyed their lunch while sitting on the ground. Jin was informed about the hybrid's love for ice cream, so he drove across town, to his favorite ice cream parlor and got the hybrid only the best of the best. 
Yoongi was ecstatic, the ice cream was simply perfect. He was so relaxed that his tail moved to his belly, it was a common signal of comfort. He was so distracted with the frozen treat he didn't notice the ice cream on his tail until it was too late. By the time he saw the patch in his fur, he groaned in frustration, he hated getting his fur dirty. 
Jin noticed the annoyance in the hybrid and offered a helping hand. He always carried baby wipes with him,  having crackhead boyfriends always ended in some sort of mess; with a gentleness, he didn’t even know he possessed, he cleaned Yoongi’s tail. 
The hybrid was surprised, his hyung was so careful; the elder made sure not to pull or excessively rub the fur. It was an intimate moment, but it wasn’t uncomfortable. Yoongi allowed his hyung to pet his ears after cleaning his tail, he heard the squeaky sound the human was making, and the panther couldn’t avoid smiling to himself. 
That day, after Jin left, Yoongi held his tail close to him, remembering the beautiful moment, blushing like crazy. That night he sleep with a small smile on his lips. 

 
When Tae went to visit Yoongi he was vibrating with excitement, he took his camera with him and almost got to his knees to beg the hybrid to let him photograph him while playing his keyboard. You see, Taehyung loved jazz, and the hybrid had a knack for creating beautiful and mesmerizing melodies.

The first time Taehyung heard him play he almost had a stroke, at least that is what he thought. Now, after much begging and the promise of ice cream for a month, Tae is finally able to capture Yoongi’s artistic and most beautiful side. 
The pictures were almost an insult to the ethereal sight the hybrid was. With closed eyes, a pleased grin and the serenity of the moment were perfect. It was intoxicating, the music that flowed through the room was hypnotic and had the human in a spell. The world stopped, he could only focus on the soft notes leaving the keyboard, he almost forgot about the pictures. 
After the short music session, they talked about everything that came to their minds: music, art, food, conspiracy theories, aliens, and more. 
The panther loved talking to Tae, he had a way of expressing himself, and he was so genuine and free; Yoongi loved to have alone time with him, it was a different kind of experience, and he really enjoyed it. 7 o’clock came faster than excepted, but they managed to say goodbye. 
That night, Yoongi felt lighter, his mind took him to the afternoon, to the peaceful moments he shared with Tae and the promise the human made about the ice cream and the printed pictures of them. If the hybrid went to sleep feeling like a teenager in love, we we’ll never know. 

But not everything was sweetness, and happiness, and fluff. Yoongi had several problems now, he managed to see a side of the guys that he didn’t know he needed. They were not only kind, smart, and complete gentlemen, but they were also smoking hot. Some of his visits ended with him having a near heart attack. It happened on several occasions. 

Hoseok was visiting, as always, his presence simply brighten the room. At this point, Yoongi will probably need sunscreen to prevent sunburns from his bright personality. The dancer had developed the ability to make the hybrid laugh until he was on the floor. There was one time when Yoongi had to rush to the bathroom before an accident could happen. He never laughed so much in his life. 

They were talking and making jokes, Hobi had a complete folder of embarrassing pictures and videos of him and the boys, Yoongi almost burst his lungs, it was so hilarious and ridiculous. Having the panther laughing like that was Seok’s drug, he was willing to commit murder if that meant making Yoongi smile. 
But the laughs eventually died down, there was a particular video that made Yoongi flustered, the video started with Jimin and Hobi dancing to a Missy Elliot song, clearly a joke, but it changed; Yoongi’s eyes got assaulted with Hobi’s powerful hip thrusts, it was so unexpected, it got Yoongi’s attention immediately, his cheeks grew red, his heart almost jumped out his chest and he got aroused. 
Hobi didn’t notice the change in the hybrid, he kept playing the videos, and the panther had a terrible time trying to focus. He was so thankful that the human's senses were bad, otherwise, Hobi would definitely have noticed the change in the room. Especially the sweet smell of tangerines. 
When the human left that day, Yoongi smelled the room, it was intoxicating; sandalwood and jasmine, mixed with sweet tangerines and amber, he was able to smell his own arousal in the air. Somehow, he wasn't embarrassed, it felt right; like it is meant to smell exactly like that. Not dwelling too much on it, he went to sleep relishing in the scent.

Tattoos. So many tattoos. It should be illegal to have so many and look so good. Yoongi and Jungkook were sitting on the floor in front of their canvases, their meetings were always filled with art and soft instrumental music. He loved the calm atmosphere and the great company provided by the younger. They have different artistic approaches, but it doesn’t matter, it only adds to the beautiful chaos that painting is. 
The day he saw the tattoo sleeve was a particularly hot day, the AC in the facility was getting its annual maintenance, so the hybrid’s room was hot. Jungkook stood up and removed the light sweater he was wearing, under it was a simple black t-shirt, but holy fuck!, the tattoos were so alluring, and Yoongi had to will his eyes away from the younger, it was getting creepy. 
The panther saw the tattoos on Kook’s hand but never thought much of it, and the younger usually wear long-sleeved shirts. In Yoongi’s mind, the maknae was a soft, sweet boy, he had an aura of innocence and he never envisioned him like a sexy biker with a sexy tattoo sleeve. But Yoongi has been wrong in the past. 

This time, he looked so manly and sensual. Yoongi probably drooled a little. He was getting flustered and aroused, just like he did when Hobi visited. Can they get even sexier?
When the time to leave finally came, Yoongi almost fell to his knees when Jungkook hugged him and he could appreciate the tattoos closer. The ink mixed with the younger’s cedarwood scent was intoxicating and Yoongi had summoned all of his willpower and prevented from embarrassing himself in front of the younger male. 
Similar to his previous situation with Hobi, the room was a mixture of tangerines and amber with cedarwood, simply perfect. He definitely needs the whole story behind those tattoos. 

When Namjoon decided to wear his glasses Yoongi finally lost it. The human went to visit him, but that day he spend all the morning reading drafts from aspiring authors, and by the time he arrived at the facility his vision was a little blurry, so he took his reading glasses and put them on. What a tease!

He was inside Yoongi's room waiting for the hybrid to come back from the bathroom. When the panther entered he froze at the sight, Namjoon was seated on the couch, his legs crossed, a book in his hands, the view was simply mesmerizing and Yoongi forgot how to breathe. He stood there, observing the human, trying to memorize all the small details, the strong scent of pinewood was only adding to the arousal of the hybrid. 
He wanted to sit on Namjoon’s lap, scent him and fall asleep in his arms; when the human noticed him he made a small hand gesture so he could sit next to him. The hybrid sat carefully, trying not to break the amazing atmosphere; Namjoon being the kind and considerate person he is, noticed the want in the hybrid, he grabbed his book with one hand and opened the other one, inviting the hybrid closer. 
Without a second thought, Yoongi moved closer, resting all his weight on Namjoon’s side, allowing him to side hug him. They stayed like that, cuddled up, Namjoon reading to him. Yoongi could barely focus on the words leaving the human’s mouth, he was so entranced by the male, his soft voice lulled him to a peaceful slumber, the familiar scent engulfed him and his heart was beating unevenly. The panther couldn’t care less, he could stay there for the rest of his life. He never felt so satiated, happy, and loved. 

20 minutes before 7, Yoongi started scenting Joon, a new routine they had developed, even if Namjoon could barely notice the tangerines on himself. Jealousy built inside Yoongi, after seeing the sexy side of the human, he wasn’t going to risk it, he had to make sure no other person or hybrid looked at his human. 
The boy left with the hybrid's scent covering him, a silent claim made by the hybrid. Namjoon was his, whether he likes it or not. Period. 

Days turned into weeks and slowly a couple of months went by. Not that it mattered, they have developed a nice routine and the hybrid was happy. Having them so often left a constant mixture of scents in the hybrid’s room, a comforting reminder of the boys’ companionship. 
The panther hybrid has never felt so safe, so loved, so cherished. True, it was a little overwhelming, having all of those positive feelings in a short amount of time could definitely unsettle anybody, but the hybrid welcomed them with open arms. All his life he’s been longing to feel this great. Now that he has it, he won't let go. They are his boys, only his. 

They all have to make adjustments to their daily lives, they couldn't just simply drop off everything they were doing to go visit Yoongi, so they made a schedule, that way Yoongi was constantly around them, even if it was for a short period of time. They became so close, a newfound sense of familiarity and love, it was new and exhilarating. Yoongi finally understood his fellow hybrids, the feeling of belonging and home. He was part of a pack, he shared a deep bond and deep down, he was in love. 

Even with new routines and arrangements, it was still hard for them to visit him like a sextet. They talked it out and chose a day where all of them could go together. Because of it, they couldn’t be there the entire day, but at least they could spend the afternoon with him. It was already 4 but there still was time. The plan was to eat snacks, Jungkook almost lost it when he discovered Yoongi never tried banana milk or honey chips, so he went on a spree and bought his personal favorites. They were going to watch a movie on Jimin’s computer, and cuddle. Perfect. 

They arrived at the facility, the excitement was clear on their faces. But everything came crashing down soon, they were welcomed by the clerk, but this time it was different, the man stood up and directed them to a waiting room. They’ve never been there; they never had to wait to see Yoongi before. What was going on? 

“I am sorry, I am afraid that Yoongi has another visitor,” the employee said with a smug smile. 
“Another visitor?”, Joon asked in confusion. It was surprising, Yoongi never mentioned another human visiting. It was weird, they knew their panther, Yoongi despised being visited by other humans, he was known for kicking people out
“Yes, Mr. Cha came looking for him and by the looks of it, he is planning to stay a little longer” the man explained and made a hand gesture indicating the sofas in the waiting room. He left the confused boys there, smirking at the situation. 

So they decided to wait. Maybe it was a person that saw him and tough he was just like every other hybrid and was trying to have some private time with him.  Surely the panther is going to kick whatever person is with him right now, and they could follow up with their plan. 

They waited and waited, it was past 6 and Yoongi was still with this Cha dude. Having no other option, they left; they were sad and slightly confused.  They never heard about this person, not from Yoongi, not from the employees. Was he a new friend? It was odd, and the way the clerk told them how he was “planning to stay a little longer” ticked them off,  he was smirking and using a condescending tone. 

The boys were glad that the panther found new friends, he needed to practice his social skills, and having people around him is a positive experience. However, there was an eerie feeling, they all felt it, like someone whispering at the back of their necks, giving them goosebumps. The way the clerk said those things was odd, and the sudden appearance of “Mr. Cha” felt wrong. 

“Who the fuck is him?” Jungkook asked as soon as they left the facility. Neither of them knew. But there was something wrong, they all could feel it. Somehow, they knew that something was about to go down, they knew that Yoongi was in danger. They had no proof of it but had zero doubts.

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This mister Cha was getting on their nerves, every time they tried to visit the hybrid, Mr. Cha was already there. There were some occasions when their visits were cut short because the mysterious man wanted to visit Yoongi too. 

The boys were conjuring all the patience and politeness they could, but it was getting impossible. Visiting the hybrid as a sextet was already difficult, so they decided that visiting Yoongi in small teams or individually would allow them some time with the panther, but every single time they went to the facility, Mr. Cha was already inside the hybrid’s bedroom, if not, he would simply appear shortly after.

Yoongi wasn't too fond of this Cha dude, he was in his late 30s, he had a hard time trying to place his scent properly, he knew there was some lemongrass but the guy was always drenched in some sort of fragrance that confused his senses. One of the caretakers introduced Mr. Cha to Yoongi, he said it was an old friend and he had a long history of helping hybrids under oppressive conditions; even if Yoongi wasn't a prisoner per se , he wasn't granted his total freedom, and apparently this human could help him appeal his case. 

Yoongi was really hesitant at first, Why would any of the caregivers help him? but at the same time, if this man could actually help him get out of there, it was an opportunity he was willing to take. The dude was somewhat nice, he was hiding something but it was hard to decipher it with his confusing scent. Every time he talked to Yoongi he used some legal jargon and complicated terminology, but the panther was able to catch the majority of it. His name was Jae and he was an American Korean lawyer, he was well known for supporting hybrid's rights; at least that was what some of the caregivers said about him. Even so, there was something weird about the guy, the way he would try to pry personal information from Yoongi, the way he would rub his hands and arms in Yoongi’s furniture or stuff, like trying to leave his scent in the room. 

The hybrid was not the only one that noticed the strange behavior of the man. Whenever they finally manage to get some time with the hybrid, they would notice how certain pieces of clothing were left in the hybrid’s room, like a scarf or a sweater, like a silent claim on the hybrid; a way of leaving a mark and making a statement of ownership. The boys were not having it. They were going to protest and talk to the hybrid, but when they found out that the mysterious lawyer could help Yoongi out of the facility, they had to refrain themselves from acting out. Maybe this guy was Yoongi’s only opportunity out of the place. 

Some weeks after finding out about the attorney, the boys were growing more and more suspicious and worried; they barely saw Yoongi anymore. The lawyer had warned them that visiting the hybrid could jeopardize any possible case in favor of the panther. Apparently, having them visit the hybrid so often could come across as a lack of independence on the hybrid’s end, making him look as incapable of taking care of himself. The boys and the panther understood the reasoning of the lawyer, if this was really an opportunity to get the hybrid out of the facility, they will try it.

The boys and the panther hated it, they missed each other greatly and Yoongi’s emotional condition started to deteriorate, he was grumpy all the time, there were nights when he couldn’t sleep or he would silently cry throughout the day, and he started to lose appetite and all the stress and anxiety started to show on his skin and his fur. It was heartbreaking. 

The boys couldn’t take any more of it, watching their beautiful hybrid so tired and exhausted was breaking their hearts. That is why Jungkook cleared his schedule for the next couple of days and Taehyung reschedule all his appointments for the next week. They were going to camp outside the facility if they must, this time they were going to spend as much time as they could with Yoongi, and no Mr. Cha o any other caregivers were getting in their way. 

When the clock marked 10 am, they burst through the facility doors, they barely acknowledge the clerk and walked directly to the hybrids' bedroom. They didn’t even bother to knock, they simply swung open the door and entered. There he was, lying on his bed but this time it wasn’t wholesome like previous occasions, this time they could see the emotional distress in the hybrid. His entire appearance was devastating, his hair was dull and his skin color was alarmingly pale. Taehyung run to him and simply held him close, he lifted him up in his lap and started stroking his back. 

“Yoongi hyung?” He asked. The panther remained tucked inside his chest, trying to inhale his scent as much as he could. 

“Hyung?” He tried again. 

“You left me!” Yoongi whined. Taehyung barely heard him. 

“Left you? What do you mean?”, the statement took them by surprise. What was he talking about? now the humans were confused. 

“We’ve been trying to visit you” the youngest of them reassured him. 

“That is not true…I” Yoongi was growing anxious. “You….you….don't like me anymore!” he said. His voice was low and almost audible; they could hear the pain in his voice. The hybrid grew restless, he stuck his nose further into Taehyung’s neck, trying to inhale the scent. He missed them so much, so so much.  This statement confused the two humans. Something was going on, but they couldn’t properly place what. 

“What are you talking about?” Kook asked. Seeing and hearing the pain in the hybrid was hurting them, they wanted to cuddle the panther and never let go. 

“You barely visit me and….you….you...left me”, Yoongi started sobbing, after all these weeks and all the emotions accumulated he was finally cracking. 

“Left you? We haven't I promise hyung, we'll never leave you!” Jungkook and Taehyung exchanged a look, they didn’t understand anything the hybrid was accusing them of. It was clear that, during the past weeks, something had happened. Ever since the appearance of the lawyer, their hybrid has been on an emotional rollercoaster. Taehyung was going to figure out what the hell happened to his hyung. 

“You…you-” the hybrid tried really hard to explain, but his mind was mush and his emotions were all over the place; the clear smell of rotten tangerines was a dead giveaway of the fragile state of the hybrid.

Yoongi’s breathing was getting labored and his anxiety was over the roof. Tae started to caress his back in a soothing manner, he exaggerated his breathing, forcing the hybrid to follow it, and slowly the panther began to relax. Yoongi was exhausted and having an emotional breakdown only made him sleepier. He didn’t fight back, he allowed himself to be engulfed in the two humans' scents and went to sleep. He missed their scent and their presence, all the boys had a calming effect on him and after all these weeks, he wasn’t going to fight back the comfort the two youngest were providing him with. 

The two humans looked at each other and decided that it was not the time; the primary focus at the moment was Yoongi. They help him inside his bed, they tucked him in, and each one of them took a side, Kook spooned him, making sure to hold him tight with his arms, not letting go. Taehyung stayed in front of him, petting his hair, sweet nothings in his ear, and slowly the two of them were lulled to dreamland, alongside the panther. Something was clearly going on, Tae had a slight suspicion, but at the moment, his top priority was holding the hybrid close, making sure he was protected and calm. There will be time to figure out what happened. 

Thank the universe they won’t have to wait long to understand the perilous situation the hybrid was in. 

Taehyung woke up a little confused, he always has a little trouble making sense after a nap. A huge ass smile appeared on his lips at the scene. Kook and Yoongi were cuddled up, the hybrid being the small spoon, resting his head on top of the maknaes arm, completely lost in his sleep. The scene was so homey and domestic, something inside Taehyung bloomed; the hybrid belonged there, he was the perfect match, and he made them complete. He wanted to stay there and observe, the sight was simply perfect, but there are some physiological needs he can’t control. 

With a groan he stood up from the bed and walked out of the room, he already knew where the bathrooms were. He hurried up, waiting to get back to the comfy embrace, but he felt a small tug on his arm. He turned around and saw a girl. She was petite, probably 5.1ft, she had cat ears and was looking at the ground. He recognized her immediately, it was the girl that collapsed in Yoongi’s arms all those weeks ago.

“Can I help you?” Taehyung asked. The girl quickly nodded and then shocked her head. She looked scared. The human didn’t blame her, after everything he’s come to find out about hybrids, she is probably terrified to be in front of him. 

“Is there something you need?” He tried again.

“Yes”, her voice was small and almost a whisper. She looked anxious, she looked like a kid that was about to do something naughty and was trying not to get caught. 

“Is there somewhere you would like to talk?” The human offered again. The girl gave a simple nod and started walking. She took Tae to a large hallway, he’s never been in that part of the facility, but he recognized it. When Namjoon told them about his first encounters with Yoongi, he told them that there was this hallway filled with numbered rooms where clients could have some alone time  with hybrids. The girl opened one of the doors and let the human inside. The door closed with a swift click. 

“Are you adopting Yoongi Oppa?”, her voice was a whisper, low and almost audible, but Taehyung caught it. 

“Why do you ask?”, the question took him by surprise, it was unexpected, and he wasn’t ready for the bluntness.

“Are you?” The girl insisted. 

“Why would you want to know?”, the girl kept her face on the ground, avoiding any eye contact, but her voice grew a little louder.

“Please, just…. Are you adopting him?!”, the desperation was evident in the girl. Even if she was scared and anxious about being alone with a human, there was some determination in her eyes and in her voice.  

“I don’t think so…” Tae was confused, he was not expecting the hybrid girl to insist, but he saw something in her eyes. What is all this about?!

“Why?” The girl finally looked up, her eyes were wide and she looked hurt, almost disappointed. Before he could ask why the girl was asking about adopting Yoongi, she started ranting.

“You should adopt him. He is a good hybrid, the best. Yoongi Oppa has suffered enough, please, just….take him out of here….please…He’ll be good. Please!” the girl was begging, she grabbed Taehyung’s hands and kept begging. There was so much determination in her eyes and Taehyung was just flabbergasted. He had trouble trying to keep up with the ranting but he managed to collect his ideas a little bit. 

“We know he is really great… but we have no intentions of adopting him. He is his own person…” the human was trying to console the hybrid, but his answer only made her more anxious. 

“You don’t understand….you are his pack. He needs to be around you, he is suffering” the girl confessed. She suddenly began to cry, she covered her face with her hands and was sobbing. The room filled with a distinctive smell of rotten apples, the distress in the poor hybrid was evident. But the human was not paying attention to the girl in front of him, his mind wandered off. He felt how his tummy grew warm, his heart accelerated and a big smile started to decorate his face. They were his pack?! They were Yoongi’s pack?! 

After the initial shock, he managed to calm down a little bit and looked at the girl, all the warm and happy sensations left his body at the anxious stare the hybrid girl was giving him. He rearranged his thoughts, there was something going on and he needs to focus. 

“What do you mean we are his pack?”, he needed an answer to that first. 

The girl took a deep breath and explained, “Yoongi Oppa despises humans, even the caretakers here, he’s never allowed any other human close to him, but for some reason, he let all of you in. You haven’t been around him as much and that is having a toll on him. Even if you haven’t accepted him as part of your pack, he already considered you his pack. That is why he is so drained and so exhausted, he needs you. You are his pack” she said. Humans definitely were idiots! 

Tae was over the moon. Hearing that Yoongi considered them his family, his pack was amazing news. After all these weeks, all the beautiful moments they shared, it’s just natural that Yoongi considers them part of his pack. Of course, the boys considered him part of their family. Maybe not romantically yet. Except for Namjoon, but the bond was there and it was strong. 

Tae was lost in thought thinking about his boyfriend's reactions when he tells them about it. The behavior of the hybrid made sense now, how he cling to them as soon as they got into his room, how he felt abandoned, and the awful state he was in. His mind started to roam again, he was already formulating a way to tell the rest of the boys about the news, but a small whimper brought him back to reality. He noticed how the girl started to move her ears, like trying to catch a sound, Yoongi did that too. Her eyes winded and the smell of apples became stronger. She didn’t have much time, she needed to inform the human about her discovery. 

“What is it?”, he asked the girl, he was able to see the lingering stress in the hybrid and the urgency of the situation.  

“I don’t have time, but you have to adopt Yoongi Oppa quickly” she uttered, the urgency in her voice was evident. 

“Why?….” Tae wanted to protest and explain to the hybrid girl his reasoning, but the anxiousness and the way the girl was acting gave him a strange vibe. Something was going on. 

The girl stood still, she moved her ears once more, making sure they were safe. 

“I don’t know what is going on, but this new guy that keeps visiting Yoongi Oppa, I have seen him before,” she said, Tae was about to intervene but was cut short, “I don’t know who he is, all I know is that he has some sort fo deal with some of the caretakers,” she said. Some ideas started to form inside Tae’s head and he wasn’t liking them, “What else?” He demanded. 

“I don’t know everything but a couple of days ago I heard him talking with some of the employees, he said something about the deal, about the money, I am not sure what it was but I am pretty certain that he said something about a “panther hybrid”, she finally confessed. 

Ever since she heard that she’s been dreading for the panther. The hybrid panther wasn’t close with anybody in the enclosure, he barely talk to other hybrids, but he was always nice to Soo, he always gave her more food and he found her one time with a panic attack, he took care of her and she has huge respect for the panther. Even if they were not close or friends, she always felt comforted and somewhat safe around Yoongi, he was also the only other person in the facility that treated her with respect and dignity. When she saw the close relationship he developed with the humans she was so happy for him, she knew he had bonded with the human boys and it was clear to her, and the other hybrids that Yoongi was happy. After all these years, he was finally happy; he deserves happiness. 

“I don’t know what is happening but Yoongi Oppa is the only panther here; I know they were talking about him. That is why you should adopt him” the girl insisted. She felt relieved, she knew she couldn’t do anything to help the panther, but now, she had told one of his pack mates and maybe they could actually help the hybrid. 

Taehyung's mind was going 100 mph, he was angry, pissed, and scared. He knew this Cha dude was serious business, but after everything they came to learn about the hybrids, he knows that caregivers are willing to do anything that can win them some money. His vibe wasn’t off, everything the girl told him just confirmed his suspicions. 

“Don't worry, We’ll make sure he is safe” he assured the girl. How?! He wasn't sure yet, but he was going to do everything he could to protect his hyung, and he knew the rest of the boys were going to be on the same boat as him. 

The girl seem to relax at his answer, she made sure they were safe to leave the room and went back to Kook and Yoongi. Tae will have to think of a way to repay the hybrid girl later.

The hybrid and the human remained cuddled up, he didn't want to leave, after finding out that they were Yoongi’s pack he didn’t want to leave, but he needed to head home and talk to the rest of his boyfriends, they needed to formulate a plan to save their panther.  He moved to the boys and caressed each one. He nudge Jungkook a little and when the younger opened his eyes he made a gesture with his hands, indicating the urgency of the situation. Jungkook didn’t know what was going on, but he understood that something was up, the expression on his boyfriend was clear. He slowly moved away from the panther and, similar to Taehyung, he petted Yoongi’s head. 

The hybrid remained asleep, he whined a little when the comforting hands were moved from his head. Kook moved to his desk and wrote a small note, explaining their sudden departure, he placed it inside his fisted hand, just to make sure that the hybrid got the message. With heavy hearts, both humans had to leave the facility, they knew the hybrid was in a delicate situation and didn't want to leave, but there were more pressing matters that needed to be addressed. Their Yoongi was in danger and they were going to do everything they can to save him.  

Taehyung left an urgent message in the group chat, indicating to his boyfriends that it was serious. As soon as they receive the notifications, they wrapped everything and headed home. Taehyung wasn't the type to joke about serious things. Getting a concerned and urgent message like that was clearly indicative that something was wrong. 

One by one they started to arrive home, they sat in the living room, waiting for the rest of the entourage. As soon as Jin made it through the door, Tae was bombarded with questions. What is going on?!

“Okay, listen, there are some things I need to tell you, they are important and I need you to listen before you interrupt me, okay?” He said and looked at his boyfriends to make sure they were listening to him. They all nodded. 

“Good. Kook and I went to visit Yoongi hyung, he is not okay, he looks so devastated and he accused us of “Leaving him”. The image of the distress, heartbreak, and betrayed eyes were lingering in his head. 

“What?! Abandoned him?!” Namjoon felt outraged at the accusation. How could Tae say that they abandoned him? He was getting angry and was about to fight back when Tae’s hand indicated him that was not all. 

“I am not saying that we did! He THINKS that we are abandoning him because we are barely visiting him” Tae made sure to emphasize his words, the last thing they need right now is a misunderstanding. Namjoon calmed down, he saw the stress in his boyfriend and he knew there was more to it. He took a deep breath and sat down. He needed to listen.

“Well, we stayed with him, like I said, he is in a very delicate condition. But that is not all, I went to the bathroom and was intercepted by one of the hybrids. Remember the girl that collapse in Yoongi’s arm that first time we visited?” He asked the boys. They all nodded except for Namjoon, Jin gave him a look that said ‘later’ . 

Tae continued, “Well, the girl asked me if we were adopting Yoongi hyung,” he said. “WHAT?! Why would she ask something like that?" Namjoon was ready to throw hands and start a rant, but Tae was faster.

“I told her that we weren’t, I told her that he was his own person and we were not going to treat him like an animal”, they all nodded at the response of their boyfriend, but there was something more there. They all could see it. 

“What is it?”, Namjoon was getting impatient.

“She kept insisting, she pretty much begged me to adopt him. When I asked why she said that Yoongi was in danger” he finally confessed. The room went silent, all of them were trying to process the information, What kind of danger?! 

“I don’t know, okay? I don’t know what is going on; she was very cryptic and she said she didn't know either. She said that the Cha guy that keeps visiting Yoongi hyung is an acquaintance of one of the caregivers; she said she heard them talking about a deal, about money, and a panther hybrid. That is all she knows” Tae resumed. They were shocked, What the hell is going on?! What deal? What money?! And, What does it has to do with their Yoongi?!

“Yoongi hyung is the only panther hybrid in that facility” Namjoon added, gaining the attention of the rest of the boys. The tension was clear, the news was sinking in, and with that last piece of information a bigger picture was painted in front of them; they all were thinking the same thing. Whoever this dude was, he was planning something bad and it involved their hybrid. The room was silent, they were trying to make sense of everything that Tae just dumped on them. Whatever was happening they knew that Yoongi was no longer safe and the situation was delicate. They needed to do something fast before it was too late. 

“What should we do?”, the maknae finally broke the silence. They all turned to Namjoon, he was the smartest of them and usually the one with the answers. However, this time Namjoon was lost, he didn’t know what to do, or how to act, and it was driving him crazy. He understood the severity of the situation, but there was not enough data and he had so little to work with. 

“I don’t know if we can do anything”, Tae said. All eyes were on him. 

“What do you mean?” Asked Jimin. 

“I’ve been talking with some friends, they are lawyers. I explained the situation about Yoongi hyung, maybe there is a legal way to appeal the judge’s ruling and grant Yoongi his freedom, but they all told me that is almost impossible, no respected lawyer is going to appeal a ruling if there is no warranty. They all told me that the easiest most effective way for Yoongi to be free is through adoption.” He finalized his contribution. Ever since he talked with the lawyers, he’s been dreading having this conversation. He knew all of his boyfriends were willing to help the hybrid to appeal his sentence, but knowing that there was no chance to do so was too painful; that is why he kept all this information to himself, he didn’t want to give his hyungs false hope. 

On the other hand, the rest of the boys were surprised, neither of them knew that their boyfriend was looking into possible solutions to help the legal situation of the hybrid. They felt guilty for not thinking about it, but that was for another moment, right now they have a pressing matter to take care of. How the hell are they going to help Yoongi?

“Well, then there is our answer,” Kook said. They all looked at him confused. “What do you mean?” Jin asked him.

“We should adopt him, better us than the Cha guy or somebody else” he shrugged his shoulders as he answered. 

Namjoon’s heart dropped, he felt a burning sensation in his stomach and his fists clenched unconsciously. How could he possibly suggest something so despicable? He was about to throw hands at their youngest but Jin noticed on time. 

“Hey, look at me” he inquired. Namjoon looked at him with evident anger in his eyes, “Think this logically, not emotionally” Jin simply said. Namjoon stopped in his tracks, he took a deep breath and closed his eyes. He was trying to keep his emotions at bay and let the logical part of him take over. 

Jin knew Namjoon like the back of his hand, he knew that his boyfriend was in a conflict, he knew how affected he was after learning the truth about hybrids, after learning about Yoongi’s past and he was also aware of the deep and strong bond he shared with Yoongi. Jin knew and he was outraged too, but they needed to do something and if adoption was the safest, faster way to ensure Yoongi’s safety, he was willing to go over his moral values to ensure it. 

They all looked at Namjoon, they understood the anger he was feeling, they understood their boyfriend’s conflict and they wished they could spare him the emotional turmoil that was heading his way, but at the moment, the hybrid was the priority and they could dwell on their feelings AFTER the hybrid was safe. 

“How do you even adopt a hybrid?” Namjoon finally asked. Saying those words felt so wrong, his tongue felt like lead and he wanted to bolt out of there, not wanting to hear the answer. 

“My lawyer friend said that is actually really simple, you have to request the facility for the adoption papers, they make the request at the National Hybrid Centre, they ask a couple of questions and run a background check, they need to make sure there are not minors in your home and you don’t have any criminal record, after all of that is cleared you just sign the papers and that is it. My friend said that the entire process takes a week, tops” Tae confirmed.

That information only made them angrier, “A week?!” Hobi shouted. 

“Yeah, that is the norm” he confirmed. 

“How can you hand people over like that? How can you be sure that is safe?” Jimin asked. It was outrageous, How can they do that? Yoongi was not an animal, he was a person, and the fact that facilities just gave hybrids away as if they were a dog was sickening. They were getting angrier by the minute.

Tae lifted his hands in the air, “Hey, I am just telling you what my friend told me” he stated. The anger was evident and he didn’t want to be in the middle of it. 

Namjoon stood up and started pacing, a clear sign that he was thinking things through. They all remained seated, waiting for their boyfriend to calm down, it was clear that the topic was sensitive and they didn't want to escalate the situation. After a long time, probably an hour, Namjoon’s pacing stopped, he made a decision, he wasn’t pleased with the outcome, but they didn’t have time.

He sighed and looked at his boys, “If we are doing this we are doing it right” he started. All eyes were on him, Jin gave him a nod. 

“First, we are asking Yoongi about it. We won’t adopt him without his consent. That is final” he said, they all agreed with that. Either of them would force the hybrid into adoption if he wasn’t completely on board with it. 

“Second, we are doing this we are going to aim high. We don’t know who is involved, so we need to act out of the institution, “ he stated. 

“What do you mean?” Asked the maknae. 

“Whoever this Cha person is, he has connections with some of the caregivers in the facility, we can’t tell which ones, so we have to assume all of them are involved, therefore, we can’t trust anyone of them” he explained. It made sense. As they were speaking, the caregivers were acting behind the law and it will take weeks to find out which ones are actually involved. Yoongi didn’t have weeks. 

“That is why we are getting our own lawyer, we are acting within the legal regulations. We’ll ask the lawyer to submit the request of adoption, that way there will be a legal record and maybe that will stop or hinder their plans” he finalized. 

“Stop their plans? How would that stop their plans?” Hobi questioned. 

“Well, if there is a formal request to the Hybrid Services, there will be a legal precedent, so….. if the facility employees act out of the law…” Joon started to explain

“They could get in trouble because there is evidence” finished Jimin. 

“Exactly”. 

“Should we vote? Just to make sure that all of us are on the same page” Jin offered. They all nodded.

“In that case, those in favor to adopt Yoongi?” He asked. Six hands were lifted. Tae wanted to share the good news too, he wanted to confess that Yoongi thought of them as his pack, but it was not the time, he needed to contact his lawyer friend and start the process. It was final, they were all on board to adopt the hybrid. They all agreed to visit the hybrid the very next day to inform him about the situation, the sooner the better. 

Now is time to see if the hybrid wanted to be adopted.  

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After agreeing to adopt Yoongi, the boys got in motion. Thankfully Taehyung already had some sort of rapport with a famous lawyer. She was well known among artists and models, her reputation preceded her, she was good with difficult cases, and was unstoppable in court. Even though it was already late and not office hour appropriate, Tae called her, he briefly explained the situation to her and she happily agreed to help the boys. Apparently, she is also a renowned defender of hybrids. 

She immediately accepted Tae’s case. She explained the logistics and the things that needed to be done to ensure the hybrid’s safety. First, all of the boys will have to meet her at her office to sign the proper documentation. She assured him that the papers will be ready the very next day, and she knew a couple of people that could speed up the case. Then, a background check will be done. Fortunately for the boys, they got a background check recently, Jimin and Hoseok had to do one when they opened their new Dance Studio and the lawyer said that it was still valid. That will save them a couple of days. Lastly, if the background check and the documentation are approved, Yoongi will have to sign some papers where he agrees to his adoption. The lawyer assured them that they had a high possibility of adopting Yoongi, especially if the hybrid accepted them back. 

With a plan in mind, the boys sat back down again, now is time to establish some terms and conditions. Namjoon was very adamant that they needed it, a way to assure Yoongi and themselves that he was not being adopted as a pet or companion, but he was being granted his freedom. 

Hobi started to type: YOONGI’S TERMS & CONDITIONS  

• He is his own person and is free to do whatever he wants
• He doesn’t have to live with them if he doesn’t want to
• He doesn’t owe them anything at all
• He is free to use his money however he pleases
• He is always going to get support from them, no matter what
• He doesn’t answer to them or to anybody
• He is never going back to any shelter or facility
• He …..

They left some blank spaces in case the hybrid wants to add more to the list. Namjoon didn’t like the fact that all of Yoongi’s freedoms were redacted like a contract, but it is a necessary evil to protect him. 

It was really late when they went to bed to sleep, however, nobody could actually rest. Knowing what awaited them the next day made them nervous and too jittery to actually have a decent night of sleep. Everything was rushed and precipitated, but learning that Yoongi was in danger was enough to make them act. 

Namjoon was having the hardest time. After all the months he’s shared with the hybrid, he build a strong resolution against adoption, and now, he had to go against his instincts and morals. He spend the entire night convincing himself that it was the best thing the could do for the hybrid, but deep down he felt miserable. His head was having a big conflict accepting their new reality, he couldn’t stop thinking about Yoongi. How would he feel when they tell him? Will he be disgusted? Enraged? Disappointed? Will he agree to the adoption? Will he get mad? Will he brake their relationship?  

His head was filled with questions and a terrible headache that wasn’t going away. He wanted to cry, scream, curse and destroy things. His anxiety was over the roof and his boyfriends could see the struggle and the pain he was experiencing, but neither of them knew how to provide comfort, they were feeling the same. 

Morning came fast, the sunlight was still weak, but small sun rays started to fill the bedroom. They all woke up in silence, the usual banter and jokes were not present. They moved like automats, they all went to their respective bedrooms to get ready for the day. Taehyung and Jungkook still have free days on their agendas, Jin talked to his friend and he was happy to give Jin as many days as he needed (he couldn’t say no to his star chef), Hobi and Jimin talked to their head choreographers and distributed duties, and Namjoon talk with his chief editor and gave some of his responsibilities to the man (he will have to give him a raise).  

Breakfast has never felt so miserable. They all wanted to head to the Facility as soon as everything in their respective workplaces was settled, but first, they needed to make a small detour. Things were going to be done in the most professional and legal way possible. 

The family van was soon filled, Taehyung was the navigator, and Hobi the driver. The drive wasn’t long, probably 30 minutes from their place and 20 from the facility. They arrived at a modern building, probably 15 stories tall with high glass windows and an underground parking lot. They parked in the visitor’s section. The lobby of the huge building was modern and neat, giving the place a regal and expensive aura. The receptionist looked at them and straightened her posture and a childish smile adorned her lips, it was rare to have such handsome visitors. Unfortunately for her, they played for the other team, not that she needed to know that. Not moving her eyes off them, she indicated how to get to the office they were looking for. Without a second glance, they went to the elevators and waited for the door to open. 

They haven’t spoken a single word since they arrived, they all were super nervous and stressed. They got into the elevator and Jimin pressed the number 8 on the panel. The ride up was silent, all of them with their own thoughts and worries. The doors opened to a long hallway and they started walking. Almost at the end of the hallway was the door they were looking for. 

With a knock, the door opened revealing a small reception and a waiting room. The boy told them that Mrs. Man was on a call and they will be allowed inside shortly. After 20 minutes, a door opened revealing a woman, she was probably 5.8 ft tall, with long brown hair, soft but fierce dark eyes, and a small smile. The woman recognized Taehyung and allowed all the boys inside her office. 

Small pleasantries were exchanged. The lawyer wasted no time and started placing documents in front of the boys. She quickly explained each one of them. Each boy had to sign two individual documents, and there was another collective document for all of them. The first one was a Responsibility contract, which stated that they agreed to care and provide for the hybrid, it also stated that the hybrid was under their protection and any harm to the hybrid will result in a fee. Namjoon wanted to throw up, the way everything was described in the document made him feel like one of the bastards that once hurt Yoongi. With a lot of self-control and encouragement from his boys, he managed to sign the paper. 

The second document was for authorization. By signing this contract, they allowed the National Hybrid Centre to review the background check they already have, and it also granted the authorities to negate the adoption application. Finally, the document that had to be signed by all of them was a collective agreement, that stipulated that all of the boys were agreeing to the adoption of the hybrid. 

After signing all the proper documents, the lawyer told them that his case was going to be revised that same day, and if luck was on their side, the background process will be done in the next two days and the document for Yoongi will be handed the day after that. 

They left the office with their own copies of the contract. It is time to face Yoongi and made the offer. There were two possible outcomes, the first one is the positive one where Yoongi accepts the offer and agrees to the adoption, but there was also the possibility that the panther gets mad and decides to break their relationship. There were no certainties of anything, but time was running out.

It was almost noon when they got to the facility. The boys weren’t surprised when the clerk told them they had to wait because he already had a visitor. Namjoon was fuming at the news, he was not going to let Yoongi stay with that bastard any longer. He walked directly to the clerk and with a strong voice tone, he spoke to the employee. 

“In that case, please inform Mr. Cha that his time is over” he was trying really hard not to snap at the man. The guy was startled, he never imagined the dimple guy had such a dominant and impactful aura. He tried to fight back.

“Sorry Mr. Kim, but Mr. Cha is already here…. Maybe you could come back tomorrow?” The clerk was involved with the attorney and knew what the man was doing, but he also was aware that there were specific procedures that needed to be met.

“I don’t care! Yoongi is free to choose if he wants to see us or not, so go inside and inform him that we are here” he finalized. The rest of the boys were a little flustered, angry Namjoon is a sexy Namjoon. 

The employee was not happy to do so, he wanted to protest but a quick look at the male and he knew there was no other way. He sighed in annoyance but complied nonetheless.

“That was hot!” Taehyung said and hugged Namjoon. They all laughed a little bit, they love to see that dominant side on their usually sweet and kind boyfriend. 

After some minutes, the clerk came back, followed by the lawyer. He had a sickening smile on his face. He looked at the boys, it was clear he was not pleased with them, but he also knew not to push too much; if he loses his temper now his plans for the hybrid can be at risk. 

“Oh, I didn’t know you were visiting Yoongi today,” he said with a condescending tone. They noticed his fake smile, but they had agreed to not act on their anger, they needed to keep calm if they wanted to succeed in saving Yoongi. 

“Well, we don’t answer to you. Besides, Yoongi is our friend, so I think we can visit whenever we want” Taehyung said in a cold voice, he was not taking shit from that guy. Mr. Cha was clearly impressed by the harsh answer he got but decided to mask it with a smile. 

“Oh, sorry. I didn’t mean it like that. Of course, you are free to visit Yoongi whenever you want. Just remember that being here constantly can diminish his possibilities to win his case in court” he said with his nauseating sweet voice, it was clearly a threat more than a piece of advice. 

“We know, don’t worry about us. We’ll make sure not to interfere with his case” Jin answered with a smug smile. Only if Mr. Cha knew they already have a plan. 

“Well, good day good sir. We have a whole day planned with Yoongi hyung” the maknae made sure to emphasize the word whole  to make sure the lawyer understood that his time with the hybrid that day was already over. 

The attorney noticed the determination in the boys and understood that he wasn’t convincing them to leave. He said goodbye and left. He didn’t want to push his luck, if he wanted his plan to work he needed to act as normal as possible. 

Once the man was out of sight, they all started walking to the hybrid's room, not waiting for the clerk’s indications. They were getting sick of the attitude some of the caregivers gave them. Nevertheless, if things with the panther went well, they will never have to go back to the hideous facility. 

They open the door without knocking. The panther was already waiting for them, he was sitting on the edge of his bed, a thick blanket around his shoulders. They noticed all the things Taehyung and Jungkook told them, the awful state of the bedroom, the sick expression on Yoongi’s face, the dark circles under his eyes, the faded black in his hair and ears, the dangerously pale skin. 

The panther barely acknowledge the presence of the boys, he knew they were there because his nose was filled with their scents and somehow it made him feel better. But he was tired, he barely ate and his eyes couldn’t properly focus. His body was shutting down, he’s seen it before, he’s seen how hybrids get rejected by their mates, he’s seen how their bodies start to give up. He never thought that it was going to happen to him too. 

Namjoon was crying, seeing Yoongi in such dreadful condition was unbearable. In a quick movement he lifted the hybrid and sat him on his lap, he place his hand behind Yoongi’s head and moved him close to his own neck. He felt a little tingle when the hybrid automatically placed his nose onto his skin, inhaling his scent. Namjoon rubbed one hand on the hybrid’s back and the other played with his hair. The scene was disturbing and painful, the way Yoongi clung to Namjoon, not wanting to let go, his knuckles were white because he was holding so tight to the human. Namjoon felt something wet on his neck, Yoongi was crying, small sobs were heard and the erratic breathing of the panther was a clear giveaway of the delicate state the poor panther was in. 

Namjoon hold him closer, whispered reassurances to the hybrid’s ear, he coach him through his breathing, helping the distressed panther to calm down. The rest of the boys gave Namjoon and Yoongi space, they knew how shy the hybrid could get, especially in his current position. The best thing they could do was to allow him to calm down without any sort of pressure or disturbance. 

They decided to help around, silently they all move to different sections of the small room and started tidying things up. They knew the hybrid liked to have things clean and organized; seeing such a disheveled place was a reminder of the turmoil and pain Yoongi was experiencing. They managed to clean the room. All the books were properly placed in the small bookcase, the blankets on the ground were neatly folded and placed on the couch, his keyboard was swabbed from crumbs, the plastic wrappers were placed in the trashcan, and his clothes were properly folded and accommodated in the closet. The room looked better, the homey feeling that is usually felt inside the place returned making it comfortable one again.

It felt like ages, they waited until the hybrid was properly settled and calm to address the real reason for the visit. Namjoon encouraged the hybrid to look at the rest of the boys, he helped him to turn around, the hybrid remain on his lap, Namjoon’s arms moved to hold the boy by the waist. Yoongi was feeling way better, having his favorite humans so close was doing wonders to his condition, the scents mixed perfectly with his and the comfort provided by the human that was hugging him was amazing. The boys wanted to coo at the sight, they noticed how the panther simply relaxed and lie on Namjoon’s chest. It felt so right as if the panther had been always there. 

They all sat down, Hobi, Tae, and Jin sat on the couch, Jimin and Jungkook sat on the ground, resting against the boy's legs. When Yoongi finally saw them, a small smile started to creep on his face, they were finally there, he’s been wishing to have them all of them with him. His heartbeat accelerated and his cheeks were flushed. Happiness. 

Yoongi was relishing in the sweet mixture of scents that he almost didn’t hear Namjoon talking.

“Yoongi hyung, we need to talk about something important,” the human said. Yoongi has read enough novels to know that we need to talk is not a good omen. He was growing anxious, the serious look of the boys was not comforting at all. There was something going on. 

“About what?” His voice was almost a whisper, he was scared. 

“Before we start…. Can I ask you something?” Namjoon asks. He needs the hybrid’s opinion about the attorney. 

“I guess…” the hybrid’s anxiousness was growing fast. 

“What do you think about the lawyer? Mr. Cha?” The question was disconcerting, he wasn’t expecting a question about the attorney.

“Why?” It was the first thing his mind could muster. 

“Just, overall what is your perception of that man?” Namjoon insisted. The panther caught the sour scent of pinewood, he realized something was not right. He didn’t know what to do or how to react but decided to answer anyway. 

“I guess he is okay…” the panther simply said. 

“Just okay?” Namjoon instead again. Why is he insisting so much? What does Mr. Cha have to do with anything?

“Yeah…he comes quite often, even more than you” the hybrid threw a jab at the boys, he knew it was childish, but he missed them and was hurt because they barely visit him. They pretended to not notice the call out the hybrid made to them, but deep down it did hurt. 

“Sorry about that! Actually, we are here to talk about it” Jin said this time. Namjoon’s impatience was clear and the last thing they needed was a scared hybrid. 

“But first, we need you to answer Joonie’s question” the human encouraged. Yoongi took a deep breath and told them how he felt about the lawyer. 

“I think he is good. I mean… he hasn’t tried anything if that is what you were concerned about. He comes really often and the majority of the time is spent talking about things that could help me if I decide to appeal my case” the hybrid said. Hobi was about to add something, but Yoongi beat him to it.

“I don’t know... I think his visits are somewhat weird” he said. 

“Weird how?” Jimin asked. That was a red flag, if Yoongi wasn’t feeling completely comfortable with the man, they have to do something fast. 

“I don’t know, just weird. He is always talking with some legal lingo, I feel like he is trying to confuse me, but I do understand some of the things he says to me. He also loves to touch my stuff, he likes to move his hands on top of my blankets. I don’t like it, he always leaves them stinking of his awful cologne. That is another thing, I have a really hard time understanding his emotions, he is always wearing some sort of fragrance on him and it hurts my senses a little bit” the hybrid finished. It may not seem like enough but the boys knew that those things were done purposefully. 

“To be completely honest, there is something about him that makes me really uncomfortable, I don’t know what it is, but my instincts go on alert mode whenever he visits. There is something wrong with the guy but I don’t know what is it” he finished. The hybrid scratched his head, trying to recollect everything about the human. The boys exchanged a glance, they knew what needed to be done, but it was easier said than done. With a silent conversation, Namjoon knew he had to be the one to tell everything to the panther. 

“Yoongi hyung” he used a low and calming voice to get his hyung’s attention. The panther looked at him with big eyes, giving the human male all his attention.

“There is some news we need to share with you,” he said, the hybrid gave him a confused nod, indicating he was listening.

“I don’t think Mr. Cha wants to help you with your case” Namjoon started, he felt the hybrid tense under his arms. The panther looked at the rest of the boys, looking for some sort of tell that indicated him that it was a lie or a prank. When he noticed the seriousness of the situation, he had to stand still and wait for the boys to explain.

“I talked to some lawyer friend of mine. I explained to them your current situation and they told me that appealing your case was near impossible; they said that no lawyer will risk their career going against such a determination ruling” Tae said. He hated the look on the panther, at first it was pure confusion and surprise at the news, but it slowly shifted to something darker, the curious and warm eyes were long gone. 

“What do you mean no lawyer?!” He asked with an irritated tone of voice, he was trying really hard not to lose his temper, the serious glances from the boys were making him uncomfortable.

“We don’t know, but the last time we came to look for you, we learned some disgusting things,” Tae said, a cold shiver passed through his back, remembering the hushed conversation with the female hybrid. 

“What kind of things?” Yoongi asked, it was difficult to keep secrets, especially in a prison like this one. Yoongi knew that whatever the humans learned was not good news. 

“Well…. Basically…..the thing is…” Hobi started to ramble, he knew what he wanted to say, but making a proper sentence was difficult, especially with a mildly angry hybrid looking at him. 

Namjoon noticed the tension in the hybrid, he also started to notice the scent of rotten tangerines and something similar to burnt sage, he decided to take the lead. They needed to finish this as soon as possible and beating around the bush is only making everything harder. 

“Tae was intercepted by one of the female hybrids here. She recognized him from a previous visit and she knew he was close to you” Namjoon started. The hybrid was paying attention now. 

“She asked him if we were planning on adopting you. Tae said no, but the girl wasn’t taking it, she pretty much begged him to adopt you” Namjoon added. Yoongi was surprised and confused, he didn’t know that the other hybrids were paying such attention to him and the things he did. He ransacked his head, trying to find out which hybrid intercepted Tae. He was about to ask some questions of his own, but the aforementioned cuts him off.

“She said that you were in danger and we needed to help you,” Tae said. The panther’s eyes were filled with confusion, What was all of this?!

“What danger?” It was all he managed to ask back. 

“She is not sure about it, but she told me that she heard some of the caregivers talking with the lawyer, they were saying something about a deal, money and a hybrid panther” Tae confessed. Yoongi’s confusion just grew, he was trying to make sense of everything they had just told him. A headache started to form, he was still weak and tired, and his mind was working overtime to keep up with everything that was happening. 

“I am the only panther in the facility” That was all his confused mind was able to conjure. He was still working with the information, the seriousness of the situation was slowly sinking in. 

The boys waited for him to process the facts, they saw how the hybrid’s face contorted when everything started to make sense. Anger started to bubble inside of him, everything was a lie. Why would the lawyer lie to him that way? Why would he give him hope that he could be out of there? Why would he play him like that?

The anger quickly shifted to sadness. Yoongi realized that all of the promises the attorney made were just a lie, he felt cheated and humiliated. The lawyer was probably laughing at his expense, thinking how stupid he was. Yoongi remembered exactly why he doesn’t trust humans, why he build so high walls. Now he was just a joke, a foolish hybrid that thought could be free. 

Tears started to roll down the panther’s face, the room filled with sadness, and the spoiled tangerine sent a clear sign that the hybrid was sad. Namjoon wasted no time to provide comfort, he tighten his hold on the hybrid’s waist, and he made sure Yoongi felt secure in his embrace. The boys were devastated watching their panther in such a distressed state. Mr. Cha was going to pay for the damage he just caused. They didn’t know how they were going to make him pay, but he was. 

“You said there was a solution,” the hybrid asked. He raised his face and saw a somber expression in all the boys, he also felt Namjoon tensing under him. Was it that bad?

“Yes, there is,” Jin said. Yoongi gave the guys a single nod, indicating he was listening. 

“So….What is it?” He asked in a whisper, the panther wasn’t sure if he wanted to know the answer. 

With a deep sigh, Tae decided to finally end all of this, “My friend told me that the fastest and safest way to get you out of here is through adoption” he said. 

They all watched as the hybrid made sense of the words Taehyung just uttered. Yoongi’s eyes grew wide, he wasn’t expecting any of this.

“Adopt me?” He asked while he pointed at himself. He knew the stance of the humans regarding adoption, he knew they were completely against it, and the fact that they were considering it was surprising. 

“Yeah” Jimin answered in a small voice. A heavy silence filled the room, the boys were trying not to show their concern, but as minutes went by, it was getting harder and harder. 

Yoongi, on the other hand, was having a personal conflict. The hybrid in him was ecstatic, the moment he heard that the humans were planning to adopt him, his heart made a jump, he wanted to be adopted by them, he wanted to leave this hell with them, he wanted to go home with them. But the logical part of him was terrified, he’s been adopted in the past and it never ended well. Memories from the abuse came crashing, his body tensed and his anxiety was getting to him. Before he could go into full Fight or flight mode he felt Namjoon’s hands on him, suddenly there were more hands, some were on his ears, softly caressing them, others were on his arms and shoulders, moving in a soothing motion, others were on his legs, also moving comfortingly. The sweet scents filled his nose and he calmed down. The boys were trying to leave their scent on him, a form of reassurance. 

The guys waited for the hybrid to fully calm down. They were distraught with the situation, but Yoongi was their priority, they needed to keep their composure, and avoid triggering the poor hybrid. They saw the conflict in the panther’s face, it was constantly shifting, and it went from anger to happiness every couple of seconds. An internal battle with his own thoughts, memories, and wishes. They remain there, providing comfort and support. They were not leaving their Yoongi, they were going to fight for him and no Mr. Cha or any caregiver was taking him away from them. 

“Do you want to adopt me?” The hybrid asked after a long time of silence. That was not the question they were expecting.

“No” Namjoon quickly answered. He received a harsh look from the boys, but before any of them could reprimand him, he spoke again.

“Because you are not an animal. If it were for us, we would help you nullify the judge’s ruling, but we know is not possible. Adopting you is not the proper way to grant you your freedom, but at the moment is the only viable solution” the boy explained, even if he accepted to adopt the hybrid, he wanted to assure Yoongi that it wasn’t because they agreed to it. The hybrid nodded his head, he already knew the human’s ideas and his thoughts about hybrid adoption. 

“We’ve already talked to a lawyer, she is really good at what she does and she explained to us how would it go,” Jungkook said, he looked at the hybrid while he talked, to make sure that they were taking all the proper measures.

“How long?” Yoongi simply asked. The boys looked at each other, and Jin released a frustrated sigh. 

“A week. We meet the lawyer before we came here today. The process already started, she is going to submit the application, after they verify the background check, if all of the documentation is approved, then you have to sign an acceptance agreement and that is, you are adopted” Jin said. It was taking too long and they needed to speed up the process. 

“You already have filled the application?!” Yoongi was surprised by this news. How could they?!

“Sorry, we know we should’ve talked to you beforehand. We are so sorry for doing it, but time is of the essence, we needed to act fast, we don’t know what this Cha dude is planning and we were scared that we were too late” Hobi quickly explained their actions. The hybrid wanted to be mad at them, they started the adoption process without his consent, but he understood, he saw the regretful faces on his boy’s faces. They were trying to save him. 

“I’ve never signed any paper before. All the times I was adopted I was never asked to sign any paper” he said. That particular detail was disconcerting him. 

“All the other times you were deemed a hybrid, this time is different because you are a designated human, so you have to accept us too. If the process is approved, you can choose not to sign the confirmation agreement and the adoption gets nullified” Tae explained. They needed Yoongi to understand that he had an option and he could back out of it if he wasn’t sure.

“If I don’t get adopted I remain in here, right?” He asked. He wasn’t sure what he dreaded the most, getting adopted like an animal or staying in the facility. 

“Yes. Is back to square one” Namjoon affirmed. He was fighting against all his instincts, he didn’t want to make the hybrid choose, but the situation was complicated and the only way out of danger and the facility was adoption. 

“If I say yes…. What will happen to me?” Yoongi’s voice was a whisper, he was looking at his hands, his ears were plastered on his head and it was obvious that he was having a hard time formulating that particular question. 

“If you say yes, you get out of here” Jin assured him. As he was saying this, he retrieved the small tablet from his bag. The hybrid looked at every single move he was making.

“We talked about this and we decided to add some terms and conditions. We want you to know that you are your own person, and us adopting you won’t change that. Here, look at this” the human offered and handed Yoongi the device. 

The hybrid took it and read the list that was displayed. His eyes grew wide, he wasn’t expecting any of it. 

“We talked to the lawyer and she said that all of this is going to be added to your acceptance agreement, these are failsafes for you. This way you can be assured that we won’t overstep your boundaries and will be contractually obligated to follow all of them, if we break them, you can sue us, literally” Jimin said with a hearty laugh. 

“You can also add other conditions if you like” the maknae offered. They sat back down, they waited for Yoongi to process the situation. He kept his eyes glued to the device in disbelief. They waited and waited. 

Yoongi was feeling soft, he wasn’t expecting any of this, and he was extremely surprised by the offer. His favorite people in the world were offering him a way out of this hellish place and they were bounding themselves legally. Maybe this is the opportunity he was waiting for. He thought back to his conversation with the lawyer, and he noticed how he never offered him proper evidence that he was building a case, he only visited him and filled his head with false hope and lies. 

He looked at each one of the boys, they were there, offering him a solution, not only that, but they were also making sure that he was protected against them. His heart fluttered and a warm feeling swept through his body, he felt so safe. He understood that they were home, they were his pack and he belonged with them. Tears started to fall from his eyes. Again. His eyes were burning and he was able to taste the saltiness on his lips. So many emotions in so little time. There was pain, gratitude, anger, but also hope. It was an emotional rollercoaster. 

“Yoongi hyung? Why are you crying?” Jimin asked in a worried voice. He moved forward and softy caressed the panther’s ears.

“I don’t know…. It is too much” he truthfully answered. 

“We know. We are sorry for putting you in the spotlight” Hobi said with a smile. They understood the hybrid, they knew he wasn’t costumed to share his feelings and being exposed. They felt proud of themselves, they knew the hybrid was comfortable enough around them to show his weaknesses.  

“I want to choose a family name” the panther confessed with a soft voice and red cheeks. 

“What?” Namjoon wasn’t following, none of them were. 

“I want to choose a family name” the hybrid repeated. 

Tae jumped excited, he was the first one to understand the hybrid’s insinuations.

“Of course hyung, you can choose whatever name you want,” the human said and hugged the flustered hybrid. Slowly, the rest of the guys got the idea. Suddenly, they were standing and the panther was in the middle of a group hug, a safety cocoon made of his favorite people. 

After the hugs and the softness, they sat down. Hobi started typing the conditions of the hybrid into the list. He only added two things. He gets to choose a family name and he gets a piano. That was all he asked for. 

“You want us to adopt you?” Jin asked the hybrid with a gentle voice. He wanted to make sure that they weren’t misinterpreting things. 

“Yes, hyung. I want you to adopt me” the hybrid answered. 

They stayed with him the rest of the day. They just needed to wait for the approved papers, then Yoongi just have to sign the agreement, whit his own conditions, and that was it, he is out of there. Throughout the day, the boys notice how the hybrid's condition improved, he looks less tired and dead.  When they left, all of the boys, hybrid included, felt like a heavy weight has been lifted from their shoulders.

Before they left, they come up with a plan. Yoongi tells them that he doesn’t want to see the lawyer, even though he can reject his visit, they also came to the conclusion that it would be suspicious if the hybrid suddenly negates to talk to the lawyer. They don’t want him to catch up with their plans, that is why Yoongi is going to say to the caregivers that his rut hit and he doesn’t want to meet anybody, the perfect excuse. He only needs to pretend that week, he has to stay inside his room and wait for the approved documentation. If everything goes according to plan, by the end of the week he will be adopted. 

After all these years, Yoongi is filled with hope. After the pain and the abuse, there is something he is hopeful for. The boys have been gone for some hours now, but there is a warm feeling inside of him, he feels light and excited. He is finally getting out of there. 

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As soon as Yoongi agreed to be adopted, Taehyung contacted the lawyer and informed her about it; she told him that she will do everything in her power to speed up the process, even if she has to ask for a couple of favors. The boys are grateful for the woman, she seems to really care and they can only wait for the approval. 

There was an eerie feeling lingering on the house. They spend the night talking about the implications of having another person in their home. For starters, they have to clear one of the guest rooms for Yoongi, the panther agreed to stay with them until he adapts and later will decide if he stays or looks for a place of his own, not that the boys cared about having the hybrid 24/7. They also need to buy some supplies for the panther, he does have stuff provided by the facility, but they are generic and cheap, the boys silently agreed to give him just the best of the best. 

Jin and Hobi were already working on a list of things they needed to purchase, toiletries, hybrid gear and they even thought about buying suppressants for the panther; but that needs to be discussed with Yoongi first. JK, Jimin, and Taehyung decided to go buy some furniture, knowing how much the hybrid loved sleeping, they were only getting him the softest mattress on the market, along with a good pair of comfy blankets and pillows. Joon was more concerned about the logistics and the legal implications, he was mapping the next few days on his head, just in case things didn’t go as planned and they require a plan b. He also made some more research about domestic hybrids, even though Yoongi was not a domestic breed he was going to live in a house filled with humans, and Namjoon wanted to be sure that the panther was as comfortable as possible in his new home. He made sure to stay away from his boyfriend’s path, they could not afford a clumsy accident. At least not until Yoongi gets settled. 

Yoongi was not better. After the boys left, the full weight of his decision came crashing down. His pessimistic side decided to make an appearance, telling him that he was stupid for accepting, that the boys were just toying with him, that they will eventually ask for some sort of payment, that they will dispose of him like trash, that they are going to hurt him. He was having a hard time trying to calm down, he have to keep reminding himself to breathe, and his chest was hurting because of all the efforts he was making trying to breathe properly. He was sweating, his hands were clammy, his eyes started to lose focus, he got chills and his head was about to explode. He sat on the ground and placed his head in between his legs, trying to regain control. Unconsciously he grabbed the blanket that the boys scented before they left. Having the sweet mixture of scents near him did wonders to his dazed mind, he slowly calmed down and he was able to breathe normally again. 

After some minutes, he managed to stand up and walk to the bed, he tuck himself in and made sure to get his entire body on the soft material. His mind relaxed and he finally was able to process the events of the day. After the intense day he had, accepting the adoption, and a mini panic attack, his mind was able to catch up. He was getting adopted! He was getting fucking adopted by his favorite people! Fucking finally! 

Even with his fears and personal demons, the happiness of getting out of that place overrides the negative feelings. He wasn’t able to sleep that night, but he didn’t care, he was excited. It was finally happening. Maybe it was not the way he would have preferred to leave the facility and get his freedom, but the deal was not bad either. He knew he loved the boys and getting adopted by them was not so bad, he was sure they would never harm him or treat him like an animal. 

He only got a pair of hours of sleep, he looked like hell, but it was actually good, his current appearance will help him with his excuse. He changed and went looking for a caregiver, he inform him that he was in pre-rut and was not feeling too well. The man sighed at the news, a panther in pre-rut is sarcastic and rude, and a panther in rut is merciless, but the employee could not do anything about it. He informed the rest of the caretakers about the situation. All the humans in the facility knew that they needed to leave Yoongi alone during rut week, for their own safety. 

The excuse worked perfectly. The lawyer came to the facility trying to see the hybrid but was informed about the current state of the panther, the man tried to insist, but even the caretakers couldn’t break that rule. If authorities find out that they went against the hybrid's wishes they could be sent to prison. Mr. Cha had no other option, he had to wait till his rut was over. 

Two days, it took Mrs. Man two days to get all the documentation approved. Thankfully the previous background check was still valid and they only needed Hybrid Service’s approval. Tae was going over some photos from his most recent photo shoot, he was so focused that he almost missed the call, but in the last ring, he managed to answer. He squeaked really loud and left his studio to inform the rest of the boys. Because they actually rearranged their schedules to deal with the adoption, all of the boys were at home waiting. During those two days they managed to fix Yoongi’s room, they got him a queen size bed, toiletries, and some furniture and made sure to have his favorite snacks in the kitchen. Jin had a small tantrum because he wanted to buy a full wardrobe but his boyfriends convince him that Yoongi was the one that had to choose his own clothes.

They were trying to pass the time in the living room when Tae came out from his studio screaming and shaking his phone in excitement. As soon as the other boys saw him they knew. Namjoon quickly stood up and stole Taehyung’s phone from his hands, trying to read into the small screen. He quickly scanned the document and started reading it out loud. As soon as the words “ your application has been approved ” left his lips, a chorus of screams filled the room. A weight was lifted from their shoulders, the adoption has been approved, and Yoongi is getting out of that hideous place soon.

It took them some time to process the news and to calm down, they all were excited. They hugged tightly, their panther was going home. They looked at each other and smiled, their family was ready to welcome their missing member. The happy atmosphere was suddenly interrupted by a loud ping from Taehyung’s cellphone. He unblocked the device and saw an email from their lawyer. She congratulated them on the approval and she asked him when they were planning to visit the hybrid because she had the lettered documents they signed and Yoongi’s agreement. They saw the clock, it was 3:44 pm, they still had time to get Yoongi that day. The boys ran to their rooms to get ready to leave. Taehyung and the lawyer agreed to meet outside the facility in 30 minutes. They never changed so fast, in less than 5 minutes all of them were ready to leave. It is time to pick up Yoongi. 

During the car ride, the excitement was almost palpable, they all were ecstatic with the news, and they prepared themselves to welcome Yoongi, who already was part of their family, and now it is time to make it official. Jin made sure to get some plastic boxes in the trunk of the van, he didn’t want to go back another day to pick up the hybrid’s things. Yoongi was going home today and he was never going back. 

They parked in front of the facility, the excitement was easily replaced with anxiousness, but they looked at each other and nodded. Mrs. Man arrived shortly after and handed them a manila envelope, they quickly opened it and saw the approved documents, the only thing missing was Yoongi’s consent. 

They walked through the front doors. The clerk saw them and was surprised to see all six of the boys and a woman he hasn’t seen before. Regardless of that, he welcomed them. 

“Welcome gentlemen and lady,” he said. The clerk grew anxious, the look on the guys’ faces was unreadable, he was sweating and his voice almost cracked when he spoke again. 

“I know that you are here to see Yoongi. However, I am afraid that today it won’t be possible, he is in his rut and it wouldn’t be safe for you to be near him. Maybe you could get back another day” he informed the boys in a low tone. What happened next left him in shock. 

Namjoon had a smug smile on his face, he walked near the desk, and with a fast movement, he placed a piece of paper in front of the employee. His expression was stern and he made sure to enunciate each word perfectly.

“We are here to take Yoongi home. This is the approved documentation from Hybrid Services. Yoongi already agreed to it and we are here to get his signature. I beg you not to interfere. Now, if you excuse us…” not waiting for the clerk’s response, he started walking to the hybrid’s room, followed by the rest of the boys. Mrs. Man stayed behind to explain to the poor clerk the situation, and also to make sure either of the employees intervened. 

They almost sprint to the hybrid's room, they knew that Yoongi was there because he was in his rut . Namjoon almost broke the door when he opened it, startling the hybrid inside. Yoongi looked up at the sudden commotion, he stood up from his desk and looked at the humans. They were frozen at the entrance, the panther tilted his head to the side in confusion, before he could ask what was happening, Namjoon lifted the yellow envelope and started nodding. 

It took a minute for Yoongi to piece the situation together. His eyes grew wide, his ears were perked in excitement, his tail moved from side to side and he ran to Namjoon’s arms, the human caught him in time, he lifted the hybrid by his tights and hugged him closer. The rest of the boys surrounded them with their arms. They stayed like that for some minutes, not wanting to break the hug. It was perfect.

Yoongi started scenting Namjoon, but he was interrupted by Jin.

“Yoongs, you can scent him later, we need you to sign this first” the human encouraged. They wanted to make everything legal as fast as possible. The hybrid wanted to whine when Namjoon placed him on the ground, but he needed to pay attention to the situation at hand. 

The panther sat on the couch and observed the agreement that was on the coffee table in front of him. All the documents had three copies. The original was for them, one copy was for the facility, another had to be sent back to the Hybrid Centre so it could be archived and the third one was just in case. 

Yoongi read the document, the language was easy and he didn’t have any problem understanding it. He reached the section Yoongi’s Terms and Conditions , he smiled while reading it, they kept their promise. All the doubts about his adoption vanished, seeing that the boys were legally agreeing to those terms was all he needed to sign the paper. 

He took the pen offered by Kookie and with a shaky hand, he scribbled his name on the original. Jimin helped him by placing each copy in front of him and as soon as he signed the last one, chaos ensued. The boys were cheering and screaming in happiness, the hybrid didn’t notice he was crying until Taehyung wiped his tears from his face, he held him close and rubbed his back. 

“You made it hyung!” Tae assured him, he felt the tension leaving Yoongi’s body. They were engulfed in other five pairs of arms. Yoongi never felt so happy as he did at that moment. He was crying, but for the first time in his life, they were happy tears. 

“Ready to leave?!” Namjoon asked while breaking the hug. The panther didn’t trust his voice, so he energetically nodded. 

“Very well! Yoongs, what things are you taking with you?” Jin asked. The question took the panther by surprise. It never crossed his mind, he accepted the idea that he was getting adopted, but never thought about what that actually meant. Seeing the distraught expression on his face, Hobi moved closer to the hybrid and started rubbing his back. The poor cat was overwhelmed and the boys noticed it, the situation was so rushed but it had to be done. 

“How about this? Me and TaeTae, we can start here, folding your clothes and your toiletries and you can tell us which ones you want” the sunshine offered, trying to lessen the anxiety. 

Yoongi took a deep breath, he realized he needs to start talking and engage in the conversation. He allowed himself to be flooded by the scents from the humans, he calmed himself and got his head on the game. 

“Okay, I guess all of my clothes…” he said, he was still doubting. Tae and Hobi nodded and moved to the small closet to take the clothes out. 

“Perfect! Kookie, can you go get the boxes from the van?” Jin asked the maknae, who agreed and left the room. 

“I can start packing your books and the things on your nightstand” Jimin volunteered with a warm smile. 

“Yeah..okay..that is okay” the panther confirmed, he wanted to take all his books and the small trinkets he has collected throughout the years.

“I can start with your keyboard and all the notepads and lyrics in your desk, and when Kook gets back he can take care of the blankets and the art supplies” Jin proposed. 

“Thank you” was all the hybrid could answer at the moment. 

Yoongi stood in the middle of the bedroom observing the boys taking everything out. He didn’t know how to feel, he was experiencing so many emotions at the same time it was hard to keep up. He was so lost trying to process everything, he was startled when Joon placed a hand on his shoulder, the panther looked at him, there was kindness in those eyes, but also determination. Namjoon offered his hand to the panther and he gladly took it. 

“We need to hand over the documentation, Do you want to do it? Or do you want me to do it for you? You can stay here and pack your things if you want” Namjoon said with a soft voice. This particular action was crucial, he was hoping Yoongi decided to hand in his papers himself. Namjoon wanted to make sure that Yoongi knew that he was freeing himself, that he was the one in charge and he had the power to do so. They only provided the hybrid with the tools, but at the end of the day, it was him the one choosing to leave. Yoongi was terrified, it was finally happening. He dreamt about leaving this place for so long, but now that it was actually happening a part of him was regretting it. He felt a small squeeze on his hand, he wasn’t alone anymore. It is time to get the hell out. 

“I’ll do it,” he said, his voice strong and determined. Namjoon smiled at the answer, feeling proud of the panther. They walked out of the room and headed to the front desk. 

There were some caregivers at the front desk, the news about Yoongi’s adoption spread like wildfire, the moment they saw the human and the hybrid walking towards them they stood still. Yoongi gather all the anger, the pain, the trauma, the loneliness, the despair and turned them into determination and courage, after all these years, it was time to stand strong. He kept his head held high. With firm resolution, he handed the documents to the clerk.

“I approved to be adopted. Here are the signed documents. Thank you for taking care of me all these years” he spoke. He looked at all the employees that were there, he made sure to give a proper bow to each one of them. When he finished he moved next to Namjoon and held his arm, he never felt so powerful, so capable, so free. He was standing up for himself and no judge, no caregiver, no attorney was getting in his way. That is what freedom feels like. 

Yoongi noticed the female in the room, he knew who she was. He handed her the other pair of documents, she simply nodded and placed them inside her briefcase. 

“Perfect! I will send this to the Hybrid Services Centre. Congratulations Mr. Yoongi, you are officially an adopted hybrid” the female said and extended her hand to Yoongi, the hybrid gladly took it and gave the girl a simple smile. 

“This is my cue to leave. I’ll keep in contact with you, Mr. Kim. Have a nice day gentlemen!” The lawyer said goodbye and left the facility. 

Yoongi and Namjoon went back to the room to pack, they didn’t wait for the employees to react or to say anything, Yoongi was no longer obliged to answer them. Namjoon held Yoongi in a side hug and kept placing kisses on the hybrid’s head. What a wonderful moment. 

When they got back to the bedroom, almost all the things were packed. Hobi was holding the keyboard in his arms, Kook stacked a couple of canvases on one arm and had a bag filled with art supplies on the other, Jimin, Tae, and Jin were carrying the boxes with the rest of the things. 

Namjoon moved to the bed and grabbed the blankets with his right arm and made sure to hold Yoongi’s hand with his free hand. Sensing the hesitance of the panther, Namjoon told the boys to take everything outside and give the panther some time alone. 

“Do you need time hyung?” The human asked, he noticed how the hybrid was looking at the room. It had been Yoongi’s room for so long, that it felt weird to simply leave it, but he also felt liberated. He wasn’t sad about leaving, it never was a true home anyway. 

“No. I am ready to leave” the hybrid said and they walked out. Before he walked all the way out of the facility, he made a mental note to ask the lawyer if there was a way to help Soo, even if he never goes back, he will help her somehow. 

The boys were waiting for the hybrid, Jin took the blankets from Joon and got them in the trunk. They filled the van, allowing Yoongi to sit on Joon’s lap. Not wanting to prolong their sojourn, they headed home. 

In their excitement, they fail to notice a parked car on the other side of the parking lot. As soon as the boy’s lawyer left, the clerk called Mr. Cha and informed him of the situation. The attorney was pissed, he left his office as soon as possible, but he was too late. When he arrived at the parking lot he saw his panther leaving with a bunch of guys. He was fuming, he’s been grooming the hybrid for some weeks and now he lost him. The four caregivers that were involved with the lawyer were also very angry, the panther’s tactic just cost them 6 million dollars. Mr. Cha is not going to let the hybrid slip that easy.

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Yoongi was standing at the entrance of the penthouse. It was so big and spacious, nothing compared to his previous housing. Jin noticed the frozen state of the panther and moved closer to hold his hand, making sure he was following. Jin convinced his boyfriends to let him give Yoongi a house tour while they placed everything inside the panther’s new bedroom. 

The place was huge, it was a penthouse in one of the most exclusive neighborhoods in the city. He knew the boys were well off, but not this well off. The place was split into two levels, on the first level were the kitchen, living room, cinema, gym, dance studio, indoor greenhouse, and Namjoon’s office. On the second floor were the bedrooms with their full bathrooms (each one of them had an individual room that serve as a storage for all of their things), the master bedroom where they actually sleep in, two guest bedrooms, Tae’s studio, and Kook’s gaming cave-studio; there was also the entrance to their private rooftop. 

Yoongi felt so out of place, the place looked so beautiful, the tall glass windows allowed so much natural light into the penthouse, everything look harmonious and he could see the boys going on their daily lives in a place like this. His favorite thing about the place was the heavy concentration of scents, as he moved through the house he realized that there was not a single place that didn’t smell like the guys. It gave him a good feeling, it made him feel at home. 

As soon as the tour ended, Jimin and Tae came running down and grabbed the panther, they pulled him all the way to the second floor and stood outside of one of the guest rooms. They opened the room revealing the bedroom, all of Yoongi’s things were there. Knowing that it was probably too much to process, they decide to give the poor boy some time alone to explore his new bedroom.

“Well, this is your room, you can rearrange thins as you please, that door over there is the bathroom, we bought you some stuff, hope you like it,” Tae said and dragged Jimin away with him. 

Yoongi looked at the place, it was nothing compared to his previous bedroom. For starters, this room had a full wall glass window, the view was mesmerizing, he could see all of Seoul from there, the cars looked so tiny and the beautiful sky shone above him. The bed was placed in the middle of the room and it was big; he moved his hand over the covers and left a contented sigh at the softness of the fabric. His three blankets were carefully placed on top of it and the pillows looked expensive. 

In front of the bed was a huge flat tv, he was intrigued, he never had the opportunity to watch television before, and he was curious about the movies and tv shows that the boys sometimes talked about. There was a huge bookcase next to the window, he noticed his small book collection in there; he couldn’t wait to fill the rest of the spaces. There was also a desk across the bookcase, it was at least two times bigger than his previous desk, he saw his keyboard there along with the notepads and lyrics. His baby cactus was situated in a corner of the table, adding more of Yoongi’s personality to the place. There was also a nightstand, his pictures were displayed, there were four pictures, one of Namjoon and him, the second one was a group picture of the boys, followed by a polaroid of Yoongi playing his keyboard, and the last one portrayed all seven of them; those pictures never failed to make him smile. 

This room was so spacious and neat, it was a soft mixture of royal navy blue and black, it look modern and sophisticated; nothing to like the clamped room back at the facility. He felt safe and welcomed in the place, even though he never had so much space for himself in the past, it was cozy and warm. It also held the boy’s scents, making it homier for him. 

He opened the door Tae indicated, his jaw fell to the ground, it was a room inside the room. The first part was the bathroom, the sink was made of black marble, along with the small decorations around the place. There was a huge bathtub, and right next to it was a shower made of glass panels, What was with all the glass in the house? Anyways, the bathroom itself looked expensive and he was afraid to touch anything; he noticed his toiletries were settled on the small shelf and also other stuff that look new and luxurious. He was a little overwhelmed and slightly scared, back at the facility, he had to share the bathroom with other hybrids, privacy was rare and there were days when there was not enough hot water for everyone. 

He moved to the end of the hallway and saw a pair of black folding doors. He opened them and another small room was inside, there were drawers, closets, and even a chair in the middle, behind the doors were full-body mirrors; there was a soft and fluffy grey carpet on the floor and he imagined himself sleeping on it. The room was perfectly coordinated with the bedroom and bathroom. Definitely an expensive room. He saw his clothes neatly folded and placed inside some drawers and the closet. He felt a little bad at the sight, the place looked empty and he realized that he barely had stuff. His life fitted in a pair of boxes. 

He went back to the bedroom, sat on the comfy bed, and tried to relax. His mind was going too fast, it felt like a dream, it was too nice to be true. He was scared to wake up and realize he was still in the facility and everything was just in his mind. He noticed the tears after they reached his jaw, he wasn’t sure why he was crying, he was overwhelmed and the intensity of the room wasn’t helping. He lay down on the mattress, it was the most comfortable mattress in the world but wasn’t enough to help with his emotions and anxiety. He grabbed one of the pillows and allowed himself to cry, he was sobbing and he felt stupid and out of place. His head started hurting and he wanted to sleep and let go. He felt so small, a part of him was telling him that he didn’t deserve any of it, that he was a simple hybrid and he shouldn’t receive such nice things. 

He felt his bed dip, strong arms were holding him close. He was engulfed in pinewood, Namjoon placed him on his lap and he rested his back on the headboard. He rocked Yoongi and rubbed his back, he let the panther cry as much as he wanted, he never stopped his ministrations and never uttered a word. The room was quiet, only the broken sobs of the hybrid were present. Namjoon hummed a melody, he knew that Yoongi liked the rumbling feeling. He moved his hands all over him, trying to leave his scent in the other male. 

As soon as they arrived home Namjoon noticed the incredulity on the hybrid's face. He knew Yoongi so well, he knew the poor panther was overwhelmed and scared. He watched him carefully, he saw how Jimin and Tae took him to the room and he waited. He gave the hybrid some time to adjust, but he also knew that Yoongi will eventually need him, he felt it, he felt himself being pulled to the hybrid's room. Not waiting for any sort of confirmation or permission, he entered and held Yoongi. He was going to provide as much comfort as needed. 

When Yoongi managed to calm down a little bit, he started scenting Namjoon, it brings him peace to do so. He started on his neck, moving from left to right, nuzzling with his nose and cheeks, he moved to Joon’s face, he nuzzled the exposed skin with his own face, leaving the silent claim. He moved his hands over to the human's arms, chest and back. He made sure to soak the boy in his sweet smell, but at the same time, he made sure to get as much pinewood on him as possible. Namjoon scent was like a balm, it made him relax, and it help to clear his head. 

Following his thorough scenting, he rested his head on Joon’s chest, closing his eyes and allowing the human to cuddle him. “It is okay. I know that all of this can be overwhelming, but it is okay” Namjoon broke the silence, keeping Yoongi securely in his arms. 

“I….I…..it’s just…..I don’t know how to feel” the panther was having a hard time trying to explain himself, but he felt safe in Namjoon’s arms, he knew he could trust the human and he also knew that Joon would never judge him or mock him. 

“That is okay. I understand, we understand. You don’t have to explain anything to us. And it is okay to be overwhelmed. Take your time to adjust, take your time to find your footing, we’ll be waiting for you until you are ready” Joon said with his low and soothing voice. He was ready to remind the panther that he was safe and free, even if he had to do it every single day until Yoongi start believing it himself. 

“I’ve never had so much. I feel like I don’t deserve it” the panther confessed. It was one of his biggest fear, not being enough to the boys, not being at their level. He felt insignificant and small. 

“mmm….. Well, now you have this much. You can start adding by yourself, remember that you have a small fortune after all these years, so yeah, you deserve it. You deserve the world, and we are happy to give it to you. And if you forget, we’ll happily remind you.” Namjoon assured. He wasn’t an idiot, he knew about his hyung’s insecurities, he knew about his fears and dark feelings. If he had to repeat it every day, he’ll do it with a happy smile on his face. 

“Thank you Joonie. For everything” the hybrid said and more tears left his eyes. He allowed himself to show his insecurities and fears, he felt safe enough to do so. 

They stay there a little longer, holding each other, basking in the serenity and the comfort. Yoongi was starting to fall asleep, his eyes started to close. Before he could completely fall asleep, Namjoon nudged him a little; the boys had a surprise for the hybrid. He got out of the bed and offered his hand, Yoongi took it and followed Namjoon out of his room.

When they reached the living room, drinks and pizza were waiting for them on the coffee table. The rest of the boys cuddled up together, as soon as they saw the other two, they stood up and one by one hugged the hybrid. 

“Welcome to the family Yoongs,” Jin said in his singing voice. He offered the panther a tall cup made of glass, it was filled with a sparkly beverage. 

Yoongi looked at his beverage, he’s never seen something like that and the color was not so convincing. Seeing the confused expression on the panther’s face, Jimin and Jungkook started laughing. 

“It is champagne hyung,” Jimin said trying to contain his laugh. What the fuck is champagne?! And why does it look like pee?!

“People drink it when celebrating” Joon explained to the confused cat. Yoongi nodded in understanding and smelled the strange liquid. 

“Ahhhhhh…..what are we celebrating?” The panther asked. The whole concept of celebrating was new to him. He never celebrated anything in his life, he wasn’t sure how to feel or how to act. 

“You, we are celebrating you hyung. We are celebrating that you are out of that shithole and you are now free” Hobi said with a plastered smile on his face and skilfully avoiding Jin’s patronizing sight. It was a celebration night and the last thing they needed is Jin yawping at them. 

“Okay…how do you celebrate?” Yoongi asks with true curiosity and innocence on his face. He was willing to give it a try. He was starting anew and this was one of the many milestones he'll reach. 

“Well, my child, that is up to you. We can do whatever you want to do” Jungkook said, it was clear that he had been celebrating for quite some time. 

Yoongi thought for a moment and tried to think of something that he wanted to do. However, he was really exhausted, he had an extenuating day and all he wanted to do was go to his new bed and sleep for the next couple of days. If celebrating was anything Yoongi wanted, he would have chosen to go to sleep and maybe some tangerines before that. Namjoon saw the tiredness and offered a viable solution.

“How about this? We all had an eventful and tiring day, so, let’s watch some movies, eat the pizza, make a toast for our Yoongi and then go to sleep. How about that?” The human offered.

Everybody agreed to the plan and soon enough the entire entourage moved to the cinema. There was a bed and some reclining sofas. They made a small toast before playing the movie. They all drank their champagne like there was no tomorrow except the hybrid, he never had something like that and he wasn’t sure if he liked it. Nobody questioned why he didn’t drink it and after 30 minutes, the beverage was mysteriously gone. They eat pizza and watched a couple of movies, they went for classic comedies trying to keep the mood light and funny. By the half of the third movie, Yoongi noticed that all of them were already sleeping. They were holding onto each other and he grabbed some blankets and covered them up. Seeing them so relaxed made him relaxed. It simply felt right to be there. He didn’t realize he was smiling. 

He was about to lie down on his spot on the bed when he noticed a crumpled paper in Namjoon's closed hand. His curiosity grew, he hadn’t noticed the paper before, so he moved closer and took it. It was wrinkled and it had some pizza stains on it. He tried to fix it and he noticed it was a list with Namjoon’s handwriting. 

“Korean Family Names Yoongi can choose from” 

(Beom, Chang, Cho, Do, Dong, Gang, Gae, Gwan, Han, Hwan, Jeon, Jung, Kang, Kim, Lee, Man, Min, Nang, Park, Yang, Yeon, Wong)

His heart skipped a bit. He never thought that Namjoon was already thinking of that, he was well aware that the human was caring and usually paid more attention to details in comparison to the rest of the boys, but knowing that he had actually made research so he can help Yoongi with a family name made him fall even harder for the human. Namjoon was going to be the end of the panther hybrid. 

Yoongi kept the piece of paper inside his pants and went to sleep. Tomorrow he will think about it, right now he needs to sleep. He got inside the blanket that was already covering TaeTae and got comfortable. The human boy moved closer to the hybrid and hugged him in his sleep. The movie kept playing in the background, but the panther had no problem falling asleep while being perfectly cuddled by one of his humans. 

So this is how freedom feels like? 

Yoongi woke up being spooned by Taehyung, he wasn’t sure what time it was, the cinema didn’t have any windows. He felt comfortable and warm, but he also needed to pee, he tried to free himself from the bear hug, but the younger was a heavy sleeper. The hybrid had to wiggle himself free and he ran out, looking for the bathroom. 

He went back to his room, changed his clothes, and found the piece of paper Namjoon had the previous night, he needs to talk with the human. He wanders around the house, trying to find the boys. He suddenly remember that they had jobs and he probably was alone, the thought scared him a little bit, the place was huge and he didn’t like the silence. While he was walking, his stomach rumbled, he was hungry, but he wasn’t sure what food was he allowed to eat or even if he was allowed to do so. Insecurity overpowered him, he started to grow anxious, he wasn’t sure what to do next and he was getting a little scared. He decided to play safe, he went back to his bedroom and stayed there, sitting on the bed, trying to catch a sound, but nothing. 

After some minutes that felt like hours, Namjoon came to collect the scared hybrid. They went together to the kitchen where food was already served on the kitchen island. Yoongi ate in silence, not knowing what to say or what to do, he was deep in thought. The boys were aware that the panther was still adjusting to his new environment. Even if nobody was talking, the atmosphere was calm and comfortable. Food was eaten and before Yoongi could stand up to wash his plate, Jimin beat him to it. 

The boys told him that everybody had designated chores in the house and Yoongi wasted no time offering help. He was already living there for free, the least he could do were the house chores. The human boys knew what Yoongi was going to offer, and they talked about it beforehand. They showed him the chart with the house chores and the person in charge of each one. They asked Yoongi which one he wanted to do and after deliberating and making a couple of adjustments, he was given his own set of responsibilities. 

Yoongi was silent, he was trying to process the event from the last 24 hrs. The fact that he was out of the facility kept coming back, he couldn’t believe it, it was too good to be true. He was, not only free but with his favorite people. His mind was in conflict, and his emotions were all jumbled, giving him whiplash from all the changes. He went from really excited and happy to scared and anxious in a second. The boys noticed the turmoil and they didn’t want to add more to it, that is why they decided that Namjoon had to be the one comforting the poor cat. Namjoon had zero problems with that. 

Joon took Yoongi back to his bedroom, and just like the previous day, he sat on the bed and rested against the headboard with Yoongi in his lap, he rocked him and hummed a soft melody. He let the panther get comfortable and he was only there to provide support whenever the hybrid needed it. They stayed like that for a couple of hours, Yoongi securely in Namjoon’s arms, continuously scenting him and getting the human’s scent on him. 

“Min,” the panther said breaking the silence. Namjoon wasn’t expecting him to talk, he just wanted to hold him and he was willing to do so till the next day if needed. But having the panther talking wasn’t a bad thing either. 

“What is that?” He asked the bundled boy in his arms. 

“My name” the hybrid answered, his face still tucked inside Namjoon’s neck. Sensing the confusion in the human, Yoongi moved back and looked Joon in the eyes.

“Min Yoongi. That is the name I want” he explained. He moved one of his hands and took out the crumpled piece of paper he acquire the day before. Namjoon recognized the paper and grew flustered. Ever since Yoongi added that condition to his agreement, he started to look at possible family names, there were a lot of them and he chose the ones he thought would suit the hybrid the best. The cat noticed the flushed face of his Joonie and simply smiled at him, showing his gums. 

Throughout the day, Yoongi started to combine his name with the names written on the paper, trying to choose one of them. That is why he was so silent, he wanted to choose the right family name. He considered choosing one of the boy’s family names, but he didn’t want them to think that he had favorites or create a misunderstanding, so he quickly eliminated them. In the end, he chose Min, it was the one that sounded good with his own name, he liked how Yoongi fitted with it and it wasn’t difficult to remember. 

“Min Yoongi. I like how that sounds” the human agreed with the panther’s choice. Having a confirmation from Namjoon; Yoongi rested his head on his shoulder and both fell asleep. 

The next couple of days were strange. Yoongi was starting to adjust to his new home, but the boys told him that they needed to go back to work soon. The hybrid found out they took some days off because of the adoption process, but now that he was finally out, they had to go back to their usual schedules, meaning that Yoongi was going to be alone during the day. Namjoon told him that he could go with him to his office, but Yoongi declined, he needed to adjust and start building his independence. 

Being alone wasn’t exactly easy. Back at the facility, Yoongi was used to being alone throughout the day, he spent his days by himself and he never felt alone. But this time it was different, he was still trying to adjust to the situation and it was overwhelming. He tried to cater to his hobbies, he tried to play something, but his mind was too distracted to do so, he tried to finish the book he had started, but the silence in the house was defeating, usually he read with hybrid’s noises as background. He wanted to finish his new painting, but it was a collaborative piece he was doing with Kookie. He missed the structure the facility provide him, even if he hated the place, having specific tasks prevented him to think too much about what to do. The boys assured him that it was his house too, that he could do whatever he pleased, he didn’t need to ask for permission, he was free to use whatever he wanted. But Yoongi was not convinced, he was still insecure about himself, he felt so out of place, so lost. 

He also felt extremely stupid, he could barely use the things in the house, he didn’t know how to use the bathtub, or the stereo, or the workout equipment, or the automated curtains; he was scared to cook anything because he wasn’t sure if he could take their food, he got scared when a small thing started moving around the floor and hit him, he got scared when a loud ding was heard from the front door, or when the curtains slowly closed by themselves, or when the lights in the kitchen turned on automatically. He was overwhelmed, the only things he knew how to use were the cleaning supplies, and none of his chores involved any of those items. 

The boys noticed the stress and uneasiness in the panther, but every time they asked him if he was okay, the hybrid assured them he was fine, just trying to get used to it. Truth was, Yoongi was ashamed, he felt so embarrassed, he felt so ignorant, so out of place. He felt like an impostor, like a fraud. He was trying to act and live like a human, but deep down, he was just an animal.  After all these years of trying to convince himself that he was more than a hybrid, he finally saw himself like the rest of the humans did, a simple animal that can’t take care of himself. The realization was so difficult to bear, after a couple of weeks, he finally broke. 

The first one to get back from work was Hobi, his private class ended earlier, he thought about having a couple of hours to himself but chose to go back home, wanting to spend the rest of the afternoon with the panther. When he got home the place was in complete silence, he felt goosebumps, it took him some seconds to notice the rotten tangerines. He took off his shoes as fast as he could and went straight to his room, he changed quickly, thankfully he showered at the studio and went to look for the distressed panther. 

He found him in his closet, lying on the soft carpet, completely curled up, the erratic movement of his torso indicated his labored breathing, and small sobs left his lips. Hobi moved slowly, trying hard to stay calm and not show his worry through his scent. He got to the panther and turned him around, Yoongi’s face was stained with tears, eyes closed, and small whimpers every now and then. It did stop, not even when the human lifted him in his arms. Hobi’s heart broke at the sight, it was the first time he’s ever seen the hybrid in such a vulnerable state, the only person who has dealt with a distraught Yoongi was Namjoon, but his boyfriend wasn’t around and he needed to help his hyung. 

He sat on the grey carpet, holding the hybrid close. Hobi was scared, he didn’t want to overstep the panther’s limits, but he wasn’t sure what to do. He caressed his back and petted his head, he learned from Jimin that Yoongi loved getting his ears scratched, so he did, providing silent comfort. When he felt the poor panther relax, he helped him stand up and they moved to the bed. 

“You don’t have to tell me what is wrong, okay? I am here if you want to talk” the human said. Hobi knew how hard was for Yoongi to open up and trust humans, even though he was completely trusting of them, he was still insecure. But he had to start somewhere, he got his chance and he wasn’t going to waste it. 

“I am so, so stupid,” the panther said in a whisper, as soon as the words left his mouth he sobbed again. 

“Why would you say that?!” The human was shocked at the hybrid’s statement. He was expecting a lot of things, but not this. 

“I can’t do anything!” the hybrid cried again, holding closer to the human, trying to hide his shame. 

“What do you mean?” Seok was having a hard time trying to decipher the panther’s predicament, but he needed to try. 

“I… I…. Don’t know how….” Yoongi started hyperventilating again, trying to say all those things were suffocating, and shame and guilt started to grow inside him. 

“Take it easy, you are okay. Here, follow me” Hobi grabbed his hand and placed it in his chest, exaggerating his breathing, until the panther followed. 

“Good. Now, You don’t know how….?” The human encouraged. He couldn’t help if he didn’t know what was wrong. 

“Anything. I don’t know anything!” Yoongi spat. At this point, he was exhausted, he had a headache and he wanted to sleep. 

“Anything… What do you mean?” The human was trying his best, but the hybrid was not making it easier. Growing frustrated, Yoongi took a deep breath and answered. 

“The bath. I can’t use the fucking bath!” he said in frustration, more tears fell from his eyes and the pungent scent of spoiled tangerines filled the room. He felt so embarrassed to admit it, he felt his cheeks burn up and he hide his head with his hands. At this point, he couldn’t stop crying. 

“That is no problem at all. I can teach you how to fill the tub if you like” Hobi said with a light-hearted tone. He started to understand a little bit, and he didn’t want to embarrass the boy even further. Yoongi, on the other hand, was dumbfounded, he was expecting the human to laugh at him or mock him. He slowly moved his hands from his face and look at the human, he only saw warmth and sincerity in his eyes. 

“Really?” He was in complete disbelief. “Of course, it’s no problem at all” the boy assured and gave the panther a big smile. Yoongi felt himself growing warm and calm, his heart started to slow down and he felt lighter. 

“Is there another thing that you would like to learn?” The human asked. Judging by how he found the hybrid, it was not only the bathtub. Yoongi slowly nodded his head but didn’t move or talk, and Seok didn’t pressure him. 

When the hybrid was completely calm, he lifted himself from the human’s lap. He was standing there, looking at his hands, his ears were perked in excitement, his tail moving from side to side, waiting for the human to do something. Seeing the excited body language Yoongi was displaying, Hobi held his hand and walked back to the bathroom. He sat at the edge of the tub and started pointing to the faucets, he explained how to open them, how to control the temperature, and how to properly close the drain. He stood up and went to the cabinets under the sink, he open the door and retrieve a box, and placed it on the ground. Inside were different bath bombs, he explained what they did and how to use them, he show him the bath bubbles, and the different scented oils and salts he could add. Yoongi was amazed, he never imagined there were so many things just for the bath. He was ready to try them out. 

“I can see you are excited, but please, never take a bath if you are alone,” the human said. He saw how excited Yoongi was, but he need to warn him first.

“Why?” Yoongi was confused. Why does he have to take a bath when they are at home?

“It’s a precaution. A couple of days after we moved in, Jimin took a bath while he was alone and he fell, he hit his head really hard and got a concussion, nobody was here to aid him and we got really scared when we got back from work. Ever since, nobody bathes if they are home alone. We should have told you before. Sorry about that” the human explained his reasoning. Yoongi relaxed at the explanation, it made sense. 

“Anything else you want to learn?” The human asked, his hyung was relaxed and he needed to take his chance to ease some of his worries and doubts. 

Without a word, Yoongi took his hand and lead him to the living room, he pointed to the stereo. Seokie suppressed a laugh, but moved to the device and started pressing some buttons, explaining each one of them. They spend the afternoon like that, Yoongi would point or take the human to a specific part of the house and Hobi happily explained each one of them, making sure Yoongi was understanding. When the rest of the boys arrived home, they found the pair cuddling in the living room. It was so cute. 

Night came and five of the boys were cuddled up on the big bed in the master bedroom. It was common for one of the boys to sleep with Yoongi, they never actually talked about it, it simply happened, the humans were happy to cuddle the panther and the hybrid was happy to be cuddled up throughout the night. Even with the new development in their relationship, only one of them went to sleep with the hybrid, still trying to keep some sort of limit and not overwhelm Yoongi. 

They were all curled up, Kook was in the middle, Hobi was on his left side, Tae on his right, Joon was holding Seok and Jin was holding Taehyung. Before they could fall asleep, Hobi spoke. 

“We need to fix our schedules” he simply said. He felt bad for sharing what happened with his hyung that day, but the rest of the boys need to know about it, Yoongi was part of the family and they all needed to chip in. 

“Why?” Jin asked. He was the one with the most difficult schedule and he needed a reasonable excuse to change it. 

“We can leave Yoongi alone for so long. It is not good for him” Hope said, they can’t neglect the hybrid like that. Even if they only adopted him to save him from the caregivers and the lawyer at the facility; they were his pack too. Tae already told them that, even if Yoongi hasn’t officially accepted them as such, the bond they had was clear and neither of them could deny it. 

Before any of his boyfriends could ask anything, Hobi took a deep breath and explained his reasoning. “I came home early today and I found Yoongi on the floor. He was crying and sobbing and he was having problems breathing. It took me a while to calm him down, he was so distraught and I was so scared, I didn’t know what to do and he wasn’t talking” he said and felt tears in his eyes. Having to recall the events of the afternoon was hard, he had hidden his feelings to not stress his hyung even more but now that he was in the safe embrace of his boyfriends, he was finally able to let go. 

Namjoon tensed at the confession, he held Hope tighter and he whipped his tears. Even if he wanted to bolt to Yoongi’s room and hug him, his boyfriend needed him at the moment, besides, Jimin was with him. Yoongi was in capable hands.

“He was scared and ashamed. We assumed that he was going to adjust and start doing whatever he wanted, but we forgot a tiny little detail” Hobi said. Tae lifted his head from Jk’s chest and looked at his boyfriend.

“What detail?” He asked, he was also concerned about the news and he wanted to do anything to help.

“We assumed Yoongi knew how to live like a normal person. We forgot that he’s never been given the chance to do so, we simply assumed he knew. He’s never lived on his own, he doesn’t know how to care for himself. He didn’t know how to use the bathtub, or the stereo, the tv, or the automated system we have in the house. He didn’t know what a Roomba was, or the fact that our kitchen has automatic lights. Hell, he doesn’t even have a cellphone” Hobi finished with an exasperated sigh. 

Realization hit his boyfriend’s faces. It’s true, they assumed Yoongi knew all those things and they left him to his luck to figure out. They felt so bad for him, How could they not think about that? 

They all felt guilty, especially Namjoon, he is the one with the closest relationship to the hybrid, yet he failed to notice the struggle and pain he was in. Before he could start dwelling in guilt, Hobi moved to his side and hugged him tightly.

“Now we know, and we can do something. Don’t blame yourself, it is not your fault” he said while holding Namjoon. Hobi couldn’t manage two distraught boys on the same day, even his sunshine needs to recharge. 

“We’ll talk it out tomorrow. He is probably asleep right now and the last thing we want is to stress him further” Jin said in his hyung voice. The rest of the boys knew the discussion was over and they had to go to sleep. They'll find a solution, it was only natural for Yoongi to have some trouble adjusting. Now they know what is going on and they can fix it. It is just a matter of time. 

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Without a word to Yoongi, the boys made small changes in their daily routines. They moved and arranged their schedules in a way that allowed them to be around Yoongi more often. After some deliberation, they came to the conclusion that they couldn’t be with the panther the entire day.  For starters, if they did, Yoongi would notice and the last thing they want is to make him feel like he can’t take proper care of himself. The second reason was that they couldn’t simply stop working; technically they could, money wasn’t a problem, however, they love their jobs and they didn't want to quit. 

Yoongi did notice something different, but he didn’t know that it was a deliberate change. He didn’t mind though, he felt secure and happy. There were moments during the day when he was alone, but not as much as before. Just enough for him to get used to the new environment, and routines.  Slowly but surely, he grew accustomed and comfortable in his new home. His mind was no longer drifting away or getting dazed. He started to grow more confident, he stopped tip-toeing around the house or getting scared at the new things he was experiencing. 

There were still things that kept surprising or scaring him, but now he was able to manage those situations without having a panic attack or getting severely stressed. His confidence and courage grew, he wasn’t running anymore, he felt secure enough to make some mistakes. Like the time he almost made the microwave explode, or when he had a fight with one of the automated lights in the living room.  On top of that, he was constantly praised and comforted by the boys. The humans were thrilled to shower the hybrid with kind words and soft encouragement. Yoongi started to thrive, and it was beautiful to see. 

As time went on, he started playing again, he was able to create new melodies and compositions. His bookcase was starting to slowly get filled with new acquisitions, Kook’s studio was decorated with some of his own works, and it became a routine for him. He was finally catering to his hobbies in a way he never did before. The boys were ecstatic, they saw the development in the panther, and their hearts filled with more love and admiration. Yoongi was the missing piece, he was meant to be with them, and nothing was going to change that. They became a pack, the feelings were there, the bond was there, and the only thing missing was the verbal confirmation. Just a small detail for later.  Unconsciously, Yoongi became attuned to them, he revolved around them and his senses were always in sync with his boys. He was able to notice their mood swings, their emotions and he was even capable of knowing which footsteps belong to which human. 

As days became weeks, and weeks became a couple of months, things started to change a little bit and Yoongi noticed. The boys became comfortable around the hybrid, maybe too comfortable. They became relaxed, they tease him or joked around him, they were more confident and closer to the panther. And Yoongi loved every second of it.

They felt so close to Yoongi, they were no longer hiding, and their full personalities started to shine. With that came another situation, the guys became shameless and bold, showing a side to the panther that he wasn’t expecting at all. The sexy, lustful, and alluring side of them started to show and Yoongi had a hard time trying to ignore it. 

Like the time when he was comfortably sleeping alongside Jin and the door suddenly opened. Before he could register the situation, a pair of new arms engulfed him, the new presence latched to him and snuggled closer. He didn’t need to open his eyes to know it was Taehyung, the strong black licorice mixed with the lavender from Jin and his own tangerine scent, made a beautiful mix. 

He was startled at the actions of the younger, the more the panther tried to put some distance between them, the more Taehyung tighten his grip on the hybrid. Yoongi froze when he felt Tae’s lips on his neck, small puffs of air hitting his skin, he was sleeping, but the closeness and the intimate position they were in made him blush, and the room soon filled with the sweet smell of tangerines. 

It was the change in the bed, and the strong tangerines the things that woke Jin up, he rubbed his eyes and saw one of his youngest boyfriends holding the panther, a warm sensation grew inside of him. He detached himself from the panther in slow motion, trying hard to not move too much. When he stood up, he looked at the boys and saw Yoongi awake, he noticed the flushed cheeks and the way he avoided his eyes. He smiled at the shy boy, he wanted to leave and let the two boys cuddling, but he didn’t want Tae to overstep Yoongi’s limits.

With a sigh, he moved closer to his young lover. “Kim Taehyung, what did I tell you about knocking?” Jin’s voice was calm but strong, making sure Tae got the message. Noticing the boy stirring in Yoongi’s arms, he gave his attention to the panther that was trying really hard not to get redder. 

“Morning Yoongs, sleep well?” The human asked the shy hybrid. Yoongi simply nodded, feeling flustered at the current position he was in. Jin simply smiled at him and caressed Taehyung’s hair. 

“Sorry for him, he has the terrible habit of going into other people's rooms without asking for permission” the human explained, nudging the younger to wake up. The situation was getting a little awkward and he didn’t want to make the hybrid uncomfortable or stressed. 

“Love, I know you are listening to me. Wake up, food is ready and you need to apologize to your hyung” Jin’s voice was stern but not rude, it was a slight scolding to the boy.  The aforementioned lifted his head and tried to focus on the panther, he rubbed his eyes and when the sleep was finally gone he smiled mischievously. 

“Sorry hyung, I didn’t mean to get in your bedroom without permission,” the boy said and stood up, he gave the hybrid a full bow and walked out the room. Jin sighed at the antics of the younger, he told Yoongi that breakfast was probably ready and left the room. What Yoongi learned that morning was that Taehyung loves to sleep in boxers.

There was also the time when he was in the living room, reading one of Joon’s favorite books, he was so entranced by the story he barely noticed when the dancers came down from their bedrooms. When the panther was able to acknowledge their presence, his eyes grew like saucers. Both boys were wearing thighs suits, Hobi’s was dark blue and Jimin’s was black. They looked like models, even better than them. Yoongi gulped and tried really hard to ignore the burning sensation that was running through his body. The boy's hair was fashionably styled and they were wearing little makeup, just to accentuate their beautiful features. 

“What are you reading hyung?” Jimin asked and moved near the hybrid, seating next to him. 

“Mmmmm…..” Yoongi’s mind was mush and he couldn’t formulate a coherent sentence, having Jimin so close and looking like that was too distracting for him. Yoongi felt his cheeks grow warm and he simply showed the front of the book to the human. 

“Is that Joonie’s?” The sunshine asked, similar to Jimin, he walked near the panther and sat on his other side. The poor hybrid simply nodded, getting shyer by the second. Similar to previous situations, his scent spiked and happiness and arousal became present in the room, thankfully the boy’s noses couldn’t identify the emotions in the sudden tangerine smell. 

“Are you going somewhere?” The panther asked in a small voice, not trusting himself to talk louder without cracking. 

“Ahh, yeah. One of the idol groups we choreographed for is nominated for an award and we were invited to go” Hobi answered and shrugged his shoulders. Jimin nodded in confirmation. “We are waiting for the car to take us there” the sunshine boy added. Inadvertently, the three started to get closer. 

Jimin moved his arm around Yoongi and pressed his face on his shoulder, the hybrid started to caress his soft hair carefully, not wanting to ruin it. Unconsciously, Yoongi started placing his scent on the younger boy, a silent claim on him. The panther felt some weight on his other shoulder, he looked at his side and saw Hobi resting his head too. He placed his book on his lap and did the same to the other boy. 

They stay there for some minutes, relishing in the comfort and the serenity of the moment. When the doorbell rang, the boys stood up, each one of them left a soft kiss on Yoongi’s head and walked out of the front door. Yoongi was pleased and happy, the instinctual part of him was ecstatic with the fact that the left his scent on the boys, claiming them as his.

When Jin proposed to Yoongi to have a full cooking afternoon the panther was elated. He has cooked with Jin before and he loved the experience. He got to cook again and right next to one of his favorite humans, however, those cooking sessions were short and quick, the older schedule was tight and they couldn’t indulge in a full cooking afternoon. This time it was different, Jin’s restaurant was going to be closed for a couple of days due to gas leakage in the block, so he had to stay home. 

He knew the panther loved cooking and he was going to indulge him. Yoongi was flustered, he saw Jin rolling his selves up, looking so professional and sexy, he might have drooled a little bit. Now he understood why Namjoon fell for the older that first time during his cooking classes back in college. 

They spent the afternoon cooking some of Seokjin’s famous recipes, the delicious food was carefully placed around the kitchen. During their cooking session, they exchanged soft touches here and there, they were subtle and short, but it felt so homey that both of them decided to enjoy it. As the day progressed, they developed a silent language, the hand gestures, and meaningful eye looks were enough to understand each other. 

When the rest of the boys came back from work, they found the duo in the kitchen having a taste test of their own food, seeing the relaxed atmosphere, they decided to leave them alone. Yoongi and Jin were oblivious to the rest of the boys there. Not that it mattered, it was their moment and they both were going to make the most of it.

Not everything was fun times and mellow afternoons. Namjoon and Jungkook were the ones to see the panther’s animal form for the first time.  

It was pouring and the weather was chilly, Yoongi was peacefully sleeping in the living room, he was covered by a soft blanket and soft puffs of air were leaving his lips. He looked beautiful and ethereal. Jk had a meeting with his investors and offered to pick up Joon from work, they arrived at the same time and found the sleeping hybrid.  The sight was cute and they started taking some pictures. Jungkook being the prankster he is, started to take selfies and make funny faces with the hybrid as background, Joon only saw him, laughing at the maknaes antics. 

Yoongi started to stir in his sleep, his senses were faster than his brain, his nose caught the scent of rain, he felt the cold in the room and his ears were trying to catch the strange sounds in the place. His head started to fill with flashbacks. Memories of being hosed down during cold nights, the voices talking about him, and the unsettling feeling of being watched. His mind wasn’t able to process his situation logically, his instincts took charge and the traumatized boy came to the light. 

Joon noticed the change in the panther, the way he was tensed, the labored breathing, and the shivers traveling through his body. And then, Jk made a mistake, as he was moving closer to the boy he tripped with his own feet and came crashing down on top of the panther.

As soon as he felt the weight on him, Yoongi stood up with incredible speed, throwing the human to the ground, he was ready to defend himself and fight back against whoever was attacking him. He barely recognized his environment and before his mind could make sense of the situation, his panther form took over. 

Namjoon and Kook were shocked, they have never seen a panther so close and they were scared shitless. They froze at the sight, not knowing what to do, or what to say. The panther moved all the way back until his hind legs touched the glass panel, he growled back at the humans in warning, lettings his instincts take over.

Namjoon made some research about what to do if a hybrid changes, his research was mainly about cats, technically Yoongi was a bigger type of cat. Shaking he took Jk’s hands and in a low voice told the boy to not move his eyes away from the black cat, he stood tall and started to walk backward pulling the younger with him, they needed to give Yoongi some space to wind down. They reached the door to the gym and quickly got inside, closing it. 

They stayed there for some time, Namjoon texted the boys and told them to not get home, he briefly explained the situation and the rest of them grew worried. Not knowing if it was safe to get out, they stayed there for quite some time, until Kook remembered the automated security system and the cameras around their home. They watched as Yoongi transformed back into a human, he was naked and was curling up on the ground, clearly crying. 

Namjoon left the gym and slowly moved to the living room, not wanting to trigger the boy again. He called Yoongi with a small voice, so the panther knew he was there. He got close and grabbed the blanket on the couch, in a swift movement he enveloped the boy in the soft material and hugged him. Yoongi was crying and sobbing, his eyes were red and his breathing was starting to accelerate. Namjoon started scenting Yoongi, knowing the calming effect his scent had on the hybrid, he nuzzled him until Yoongi was completely covered in pinewood.

Yoongi looked at the boy holding him and started to say sorry. He was so regretful for scaring them.

“I am sorry!.. Please don’t kick me out! It won’t happen again!” The panther pleaded, he didn’t want to go back to the facility, he couldn’t.

“Please…I’ll be good, it won’t happen again…please…I don’t want to go back…..Please !” He begged with tears in his eyes, he was holding Namjoon’s shirt tight.

“shhhhh…….Yoongs, it is okay, it is not your fault!” Namjoon caressed his back in a soothing motion. “You are not going back, I promise! It is okay!” He kept reassuring him. 

The human make sure to hold him tight, some minutes later, the other boy came out of the gym and saw them, he saw the distraught state of his hyung and quickly moved towards him. He hugged the hybrid from behind, and similar to Joon, he started nuzzling his back, making sure to let the hybrid know that he wasn’t mad nor scared of him. They stay like that for who knows how long.

When the rest of the boys came back after Kook told them that Yoongi was no longer a panther, they found them on the couch, the panther was in the middle and he was being properly hugged by the other two humans. 

“That will teach them not to fuck around with him,” Hobi said with a smug smile. 

That was also the first time Yoongi scented Jungkook, when the rest of the boys discovered it, they were not pleased with it. 

Even with the panther accident, the relationship grew stronger, they were more comfortable around each other, and knowing that Yoongi was not going to attack if he shifted gave them reassurance that they didn’t know they needed.  Besides, the other four boys wanted to see the panther too, the thorough description Jungkook gave them was simply amazing. Even if the sight was terrifying, apparently Yoongi’s panther was majestic and beautiful, just like his human counterpart.

Namjoon was having a hard time, he started to crave Yoongi’s company in a different way, he wanted to be close to him, he wanted to hug him all the time, to hold hands, to scent him, he felt so safe around him, a sensation he only had whenever he was around his boyfriends. After some days of dwelling on these new emotions, he realized he was attracted to the hybrid, he loves Yoongi, not in a brotherly kind of way, but in a romantic way. He wanted to be Yoongi’s boyfriend, he wanted to kiss him on the lips, to get a more intimate scenting, he loved Yoongi with all his being. 

It was a little confusing, he was well aware that Yoongi consider them his pack, but he thought it was more in the friendly aspect rather than the mate kind of way. He was excited and wanted to let himself go with his new feelings, but learning from his previous mistakes, he decided he needed to tell his boyfriends first. 

One afternoon, after gathering his courage, he called his boyfriends and asked them if they could go to his office at the Editorial. He didn’t want to have that conversation around the hybrid. The boys arrived at Namjoon’s office. They had a slight suspicion about the motive of the meeting, they noticed how Namjoon drifted towards Yoongi, they knew him so well, and for them Namjoon was transparent.

“I need to tell you something,” he said as soon as all of the boys were there. Five pairs of eyes looked at him, they just nodded.

“I don’t want to repeat the same mistakes, so I am just going to say what I have to say, okay?” He said, the boys looked at each other, they nodded and looked at the dimpled guy.

“Sure, what is it?” Jin said, encouraging Namjoon to speak. 

“I like Yoongi” he blurted in a fast sentence. The boys smirked at the statement, Hobi decided to tease him a little.

“That is no news, we also like him,” he said in a dull tone, the boys knew exactly what the sunshine boy was doing. Namjoon frowned at the answer, he was getting nervous and he started fiddling with his fingers, looking at the ground. Maybe it was going to be more difficult than he thought.

“That is what you mean, right?” Jimin asked with a smug smile, they were teasing him and Namjoon wasn’t aware of it. 

“Not exactly….” He said. The situation was uncomfortable, at least for him. He was so stressed and anxious that he didn’t notice the playful stares that his boyfriends were exchanging between them.

“Then what do you mean?” Tae teased with a confused voice. They were trying to milk the situation as much as they could.

“I like him, like…..like him,” he said in a small voice, he looked like a kid confessing to his mother that he liked a girl from kindergarten. He was flushed and his eyes were concentrated on the floor. If he was a hybrid he would have noticed the true intentions of his boyfriends. 

The room grew silent, the boys were holding back their laughs, not wanting to give themselves away, Namjoon was still looking at the ground, feeling ashamed and stressed. His mind started filling with scary thoughts. What if their boyfriends disapprove? What if they get mad at him?, What if they kick Yoongi out of their home? What would he do?

He started hyperventilating at the possible scenarios his head was creating. Noticing the insecurity and stress in their boyfriend, the maknae decided to take Namjoon out of his misery. 

“For someone with a big IQ, you can be a little dense sometimes,” Jungkook said, finally laughing at the situation, the rest of the boys joining him, bursting into laughter. Jimin ended up on the floor, along with Tae, they were holding their sides in pain. Hobi's laugh was loud, he was clapping his hands, and Jungkook was trying to hold himself up with some help from Joon’s work desk. The cherry on top was Jin's funny laugh, his eyes were glassy from the tears. 

Joon was confused at their reaction, he looked at them with bewilderment. 

“We’ve known you like him for a long time Joonie” Tae was able to say before he started laughing again. 

“What?!” Namjoon was shocked. They knew?!

“Of course, you are so easy to read hyung,” Kook said, joining Jimin on the ground, trying to calm himself down.

“But….but….how?!” He asked, he thought he was smooth with his reactions.

“Well, we’ve known you for so long, we know all of your tells and signs. For us is plain as daylight” Hope explained to his shocked boyfriend. 

They kept laughing at the situation for quite some time. Namjoon was trying to recollect all the times he could have exposed him. He realized he is not as stealthy as he thought. When the boys managed to calm down, they stood around Namjoon and Jin held his hands.

“It is okay. We don’t mind” Jin said and the rest of the boys nodded in confirmation. Ever since they saw the relationship between the panther and Joon, they knew there was something more there, and they were okay with it. More than okay. 

“You don’t?” Namjoon’s shock came back. He's been feeling like shit for the past months, he wants his boyfriends, but also Yoongi. 

“No, we don’t” Taehyung assured him with his signature smile But, Why?!

“To be completely honest, I think we all like Yoongi hyung too,” Jimin said in a small voice, confessing it was odd. It was like a secret that everybody knew and they were the last ones to find out about it. 

“And before you ask, yes. We like him as in LIKE him” Jin said, emphasizing the word like. Namjoon’s heart grew warm, his head started to wrap around the idea of adding Yoongi to their relationship. How would it be? Would Yoongi like them back in that way?. They were his pack, but Yoongi told them that packs were different and did not always have to be conformed by mates. 

“So…we all like the cute panther?” TaeTae broke the silence. He was always the one to ground himself first. 

“I guess so…” Hobi said, he scratched his nape, getting flustered at the confession. The rest of the boys also grew flustered, they have been feeling a pull towards the panther. Jin, Jimin, and Tae were completely aware of their feelings for the hybrid, along with Namjoon. Hobi had his suspicions, but he just got them confirmed. As for Jk, he has been feeling a certain way about the panther, it was confusing, but hearing the rest of his boyfriends helped him fill in the gaps and came to the same conclusion. They were in love with the panther and they wanted him to join them. 

They looked at each other bashfully, their hearts grew warm. They thought they couldn’t make another space for a seventh person, but here they were, blushing and gushing about a cute black panther hybrid that had stolen their hearts.

“Who is asking him?” Kook suddenly asked. Worry started to creep inside the boy’s heads. How would they confess to the hybrid? How do you confess to a panther? Is there some sort of acceptance ritual? Does the hybrid have to be courted as animals do? How do you confess as a group?

In a silent agreement, five pairs of eyes turned at Namjoon. He recognized that look and was quick to defend himself.

“No, if I confess it would be just in my name. You confess to him yourselves” he said. Every time they confessed to each other, they did it together, but everybody had to do it themselves. They sighed, they knew it was the proper way, besides, Yoongi deserves a nice confession. 

“Fine, everybody will confess their feeling to Yoongs, but we are doing it at the same time” Jin finalized. They all agreed with their oldest. 

They stayed in Namjoon’s office a little longer, thinking of ways to spill their guts to the panther. There was a question that remained unasked, Does Yoongi loves them back? 

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After the revelations in Joon’s office, the boys have been talking about different ideas to propose to the hybrid. There were so many and all of them had pros and cons. Jin and Jimin proposed a nice dinner in a restaurant, but Yoongi wasn’t completely comfortable around people yet and proposing like that was going to get him on the spot. Jungkook thought about a movie night, but Yoongi hasn’t shown a particular interest in a genre and sometimes he falls asleep mid-movie. Tae and Namjoon suggested a nice picnic watching the sunset, but similar to the dinner, they couldn’t predict how crowded the park could be, so it was quickly discarded. It was Hobi’s idea the one that made more sense. He said that they had to propose in the comfort of their home, in case of Yoongi said no and he needed a safe place to process his emotions, the sunshine also remembered one of Yoongi’s conditions, the piano. So he proposed to give him the piano as a courting gift, just to fulfill one of his dreams.

They made research and talked with different music shops, trying to find the best piano for their panther. They also decided to have a homemade dinner, knowing how much Yoongi loved food, it was a perfect plan. After deliberating, they finally contacted a supplier and got Yoongi a beautiful grand piano, it was going to arrive in a couple of days. They set a date, they were all going to participate in the cooking, except Namjoon as he was going to distract the hybrid.

The day finally came and they were nervous, and Yoongi obviously noticed. He asked them what was wrong and they simply dismissed the question. The hybrid was surprised when Namjoon asked him if he wanted to go with him to his office, the panther was confused but agreed nonetheless. He’s been in Joon’s office before and he loves it, it was cozy and he gets to read some manuscripts and drafts before publishing.

With the pair gone, the rest of the boys got ready. That day they got up early and the two youngest went directly to get the necessary groceries, Jimin was in charge of the drinks and dessert, Hobi got to work alongside Jin as soon as the ingredients arrived. They decided not to add decorations or anything of the sort, just to not add to the nervousness. It was half past six when Joon send the text informing them that they were on their way home. All the boys ran to their rooms and got ready.

Yoongi and Namjoon arrived home, they smelled the delicious food, but before they could walk to the kitchen Jin indicated them to change and refresh themselves for dinner. Yoongi noticed traces of nervousness and anxiety in the room, but he had experienced something similar in the past, and besides, who was he to judged the boy’s feelings?

They all sat together at the table, trying to have a normal dinner, but it was obvious something was going on, the panther wasn’t stupid and he could sense the awkwardness in the room. He saw how the boys were trying to smile and act normal, but their scents were betraying them really bad.

“Okay… What is going on?” The panther asked, he didn’t want to sound rude or anything, but he was growing anxious too.

“Nothing” Jimin quickly said, giving himself away.

“Something happened, right?” Yoongi asked, this time his voice was small and unsure. He started to imagine the worst-case scenarios, and in all of them, he was the reason they were uncomfortable. His anxiety was over the roof and he was fighting all of his instincts of running out of there.

“Is nothing bad, just something that’s been lurking in our minds for some days now” Jin said, trying to comfort the poor panther that was driving himself into a panic attack.

“Is it…me?” Yoongi asked with a scared voice, and he pointed at himself. He felt small and vulnerable, they were probably talking about kicking him out.

“No, of course not. Don’t worry, it has nothing to do with you” Tae said instantly. He stood up from his place at the table and walked to the hybrid, he pulled him in a hug, making sure to calm himself down, so the hybrid could feel the reassurance. It worked like magic, Yoongi relaxed and sat back down feeling more confident.

“Yeah, sorry for worrying you hyung, it wasn’t our intention,” Hobi said with an apologetic tone, he looked at the hybrid in the eyes, just to prove to the panther that there was nothing wrong. Yoongi gave a nod in understanding. At least he wasn’t getting kicked out.

Dinner continued in a lighter tone, they were taking and letting loose, trying to gain confidence. Maybe too much confidence. Without realizing it, they started drinking a little too much. At first, it was the soju that accompanied the food, but as the night progressed and the desert was getting eaten, they were getting anxious again and they all need some courage. What better thing than liquid courage?

It was a terrible idea, before they noticed, they were drunk, the entire plan to confess to the hybrid came crashing down, their nerves got the best of them and they couldn’t focus. Even with the night going sideways, Yoongi was having the time of his life, he saw the boys drunk for the first time and it was quite an experience.

First was Jin, in his drunken state he started rambling to the hybrid about a new busboy at the restaurant, he was cocky and started to brag about how he was the most handsome employee at the place and Mr. WWH was scoffing at the statement. He look at the hybrid and started rambling about how delirious the poor boy was and how he was not only the best chef but also the most handsome man there. Yoongi simply listened and laughed, Jin was quite entertaining, he used his entire body to share his story and the hybrid was enjoy it so much.

Then, there was Jimin, he was just giggling, apparently drunk Jimin is a giggling machine. He would stand next to the panther and simply giggle cutely. In one of his giggling fits, he patted Yoongi’s head and a small cutie was heard by the flustered hybrid. Yoongi simply smiled at him, showing his gums and the adoration in his eyes. Of course, that only made Jimin giggle even more.

Joon was giving Yoongi some trouble, the guy was pretty much rapping at this point, he was talking so fast that the panther was having a hard time trying to follow the conversation. On top of that, the human was changing languages, he would start talking in Korean and changes mid-sentence to English, confusing the poor hybrid. Yoongi decided to simply smile and nod, whatever the dimpled boy was saying made no sense.

Hobi was the one that really worried him, he was lying on the living room floor, looking at the ceiling in deep concentration. The sunshine boy looked so done with everything, like the weight of the world came crashing down on top of him. Yoongi sat next to him and caressed his head, trying to see if he was hurt or injured, but there was no visible damage and when the boy fell asleep, Yoongi grabbed a blanket and covered him, too scared to move him.

Tae was just himself multiplied by 10, his quirkiness was more obvious and he was making random noises, he laughed, and somehow one of his socks ended inside Jimin’s jeans pockets. Taehyung placed it there so his boyfriend had something to remember him, at least that is what he said to the panther when he questioned his actions. Yoongi simply watched him go, he would laugh at the cute boy doing random stuff.

Jk was going to get the disappointment of his life. He wanted to film the moment they confessed to the hybrid, but as the night progressed and they got drunk the idea was forgotten. Until his drunk dazed mind remembered about filming something. He took his phone out and started recording, what he failed to notice was that the phone was on selfie mode, now he has almost an hour of his face doing random noises and moving through the house saying stuff that made no sense. He will find out the next morning.

One by one, the humans started to fall asleep in different places and positions. Alongside Hobi, Jimin latched to him on the floor. Tae and Jungkook managed to cramp themselves on one of the couches, Joon was on the floor leaning against the tall glass window, and Jin was seating on the single sofa. Yoongi observed them carefully, trying to embed the memory in his head, it was hilarious but also warm, he simply smiled at the boys. He got several blankets and pillows from the cinema and help the boys to comfortable positions. He laid Namjoon on the floor and gave him a pillow and a blanket. He covered the two youngest and placed a small pillow on Jin’s head. Not wanting to sleep alone, he got comfortable on Hobi’s free side, he covered Jimin and himself and went to sleep. Even if the smell of alcohol was strong, the boy’s scents were stronger and he was slowly lulled to a soft slumber filled with cute weird noises, flushed faces, English, and giggles.

When morning came and the boys felt their bodies complaint, they realized they fucked up. Jin and Namjoon were the first ones to wake up, they groaned at the pain in their joints and looked at each other, knowing they messed up big time. They saw the three on the floor and cooed at the sight. Hobi was in the middle, being tightly held by the two shortest, it was a soft moment and Jin may have taken a picture of them. Jk and Tae were awoken by Namjoon, it was hard, they were heavy sleepers, but the hangover headaches made it easier. Jin moved Jimin and Hobi slightly, not wanting to disturb the peaceful slumber Yoongi was in. When he finally managed to wake them up, they moved to the kitchen to talk about their failed plan. They weren’t planning on getting drunk, but it happened and their ploy to confess was ruined. It was probably the hangovers the reason they didn't notice they were talking too loud.

“—Yess, we have to tell him” the slurred voice of Jimin was heard.

“Like this? Are you crazy?!” Namjoon scoffed at the suggestion of his boyfriend. Some noise was heard, a groan, and then Jin.

“Yeah, I am with Jimin on this” the eldest declared, earning another scoff. The sound of glasses cut through the conversation and the smell of coffee started to fill the room.

“If we wait, he’ll notice” the deep voice of Tae said.

“Let’s just say it,” the maknae said in a raspy voice. After that, there was only silence, the sound of cups being placed on the table, and some grunting and groaning. Then Joon spoke again.

“Fine, we’ll tell Yoongi…. You win” he said with a tired voice.

At that precise moment, the hybrid decided to make his presence known.

“Tell me what?” He said and crossed his arms. They lied, whatever was bothering them the previous night had to do with him and he didn’t like that they lied about it. Because of the confused and painful state the boys were in, they failed to notice the irritation and anger of the panther. Not getting an answer, the panther insisted.

“Tell. Yoongi. what.?!” He asked again, this time the anger was noticed by the boys and they gulped. They knew they had to confess or else risk the hybrid misunderstanding and lose their chance with him.

“We like you” Jimin blurted. The tension was too much and his head hurt and he wanted to go back to sleep. The boy’s eyes grew wide at the sudden confession and they looked at poor Minnie with rage. Yoongi was thrown off by the statement. WHAT?!

“What did you say?” He asked with a shaky and unsure voice. Probably what he heard was wrong. It had to be, Right?!

“He said that we like you,” Tae said, not wanting to beat around the bush. It is now or never.

“Yeah, what they said,” Jk said and nodded his head, he was on the verge of falling asleep once again. Yoongi looked at the other three, maybe it was a prank that their hangover heads were conjuring, but the shy and hopeful eyes he saw only confirmed the statement.

Sighing, Joon moved to the panther and held his hands. They placed themselves around the kitchen island and looked at each other. It is Showtime!

“Hyung. We like you. Not in the brotherly sense, but in the romantic sense of the word. For the past few days we’ve been trying to figure out a way to confess to you and yesterday was our attempt to do so, but as you saw, it didn’t go so well” Namjoon said, still holding the panther’s hands. The cat was out of the bag.

“When I first meet you I thought your natural state was grumpy and pissed, you were so rude and cold towards me. To be honest I was ready to whop your ass for the way you kicked Joonie and me that first time back at the facility. But then, you gave me the opportunity to know you, and I couldn’t be more smitten than I am. Somehow your sassiness and swagger made a way to my heart and I just realized I want to be with you, not like your older brother, but like your boyfriend” Jin said. In his mind, there were a lot of words and feelings he wanted to say to the hybrid, but he also had a headache and that was the version that made more sense.

“I was scared of you. When Namu hyung told us that you could transform into a panther I was scared, but also intrigued. The first time we met alone, you let me pet your ears, you placed so much trust in me that day, knowing how hard was for you to believe in humans, and yet you decided to trust in me. I became drawn to you in a way that I only felt with my boyfriends. It is been some weeks that I know that I want to be with you” Jimin said, by the end of his little speech his voice was a whisper, thankfully Yoongi has advanced hearing.

“I liked you really early on. You were so interesting to me, and when you smiled I lost it. That first time I made you laugh I knew I wanted to be around you for the rest of my life. Back then it was more in a friendship kind of way, but now I want us to be more, I want to hold your hand, to kiss you, be near you” Hobi declared and smiled his sunshine smile. Even if his head hurt, he felt at peace, he finally confessed to Yoongi.

“To be honest, I wasn’t sure what to think of you. I had a lot of doubts and I wasn’t sure if I could trust you. But you never judge me, never mock me or said I was weird, you followed my conversations and never made me feel out of place. I grew costumed to your presence, it relaxes me, and knowing I can be myself freely around you gives me a sense of safety and comfort that I had only experienced with my parents and my boyfriends. It is only natural for me to want to be around you like that. I like you” Tae said and smiled. Yoongi owned a big piece of his heart and Taehyung was hoping that the feeling was mutual for the hybrid.

“Similar to Taehyungie hyung, I wasn't sure how to feel about you in the beginning. I’m never been good at making new friends and I didn’t know if you wanted to be friends with me. But then, you became my painting buddy and we spend afternoons filled with soft music and painting. It always feels nice having you around, I feel drawn to you and you always accept every version of me.” Jk said and hid his face, he was an introvert and the hangover and shyness were getting to him. He moved near Jimin who held him close and caressed his hair, trying to get rid of the embarrassment.

“I liked you for a long time. I’ve known it for some months, but I didn’t want to admit it, I was scared that the others were going to be disappointed or hurt. I felt torn and sad, I felt like a cheater. I am a greedy man, I want them and I want you, but how can that be possible? I tried to convince myself that it was not a romantic feeling, it was a brotherhood, but as months went by, I just felt closer to you, I want to wake up next to you and next to them. I got the courage to tell them about my feelings for you, and thankfully they felt the same. I want to love you without reservations, without limits. I want us to be together, all seven of us. Yoongi, will you be our boyfriend?” Namjoon finally confessed, he was nervous and excited at the same time. The words they uttered were nothing compared to the speeches they had planned to say the previous night, but that was the best they could conjure in their current states, besides it felt more real, more genuine. They finally confessed to the hybrid, they finally asked the feared question.

Yoongi was surprised, confused, embarrassed, and shocked. His mind was trying really hard to process the situation, his feelings came crashing down like a ton of bricks, his breath got caught in his throat and tears started forming in his eyes. He only fantasized about the idea of being with them romantically, but every time he dwells on those thoughts he convinces himself that they couldn’t be real, he was just a panther, a hybrid. Why would these amazing, caring and kind humans want someone like Yoongi? He has nothing to offer to them, there is nothing special about him, hell, he doesn’t even work.

Yoongi’s emotions went overdrive, he was trying to process all the confessions and he wanted to tell them that he felt the same for them, that he’s been craving their affection for so long. Before he was adopted he knew that they were his pack, even if they weren’t together, his hybrid side had accepted them. He wanted to cater to their bond, he wanted to be near them all the time, he wanted to scent and claim them as his pack, but he wasn’t sure if the feeling was mutual. They wanted him, all of him, they wanted Yoongi, with trauma, with scars, with ears and tail, they wanted him as an equal.

Yoongi felt the tears falling from his eyes, he tried to wipe them away, but his hands were locked with Joon's. He realized he was looking down the entire time. He looked up and saw their faces, they were smiling and he’s never seen so much love before, they were telling the truth. More tears fell and this time Jin moved to him and wiped them for him.

It was silent and the boys started to grow restless, Yoongi hasn’t spoken a word and they were scared they jumped the gun. The room was filling with the scents of concern and the hybrid finally noticed his silence. His head was trying to convince him to negate his feelings and protect himself, but Yoongi was exhausted, he was tired of running away from them and the love he felt and hoped for. He took a deep breath and told his head to shut up.

“I like you too” that was all he said, not being able to say much more. There was no need, as soon as the words left his lips, cheers engulfed the kitchen, followed by a sudden groan, they still had hangovers and too much excitement wasn’t helping. Namjoon stood up and pulled Yoongi with him, he engulfed him in a hug and they were surrounded by the rest of the boys, trying to get the panther for themselves, even with the headaches and the pain of getting drunk the night before, it was a happy moment and they wanted to relish on it.

They stayed there, hugging each other, trying to assimilate the entire situation. The boys had to understand that they were accepting another person in their complex and crazy relationship, and Yoongi had to process the fact that he had six boyfriends now. Everything happened so fast, but it happened nonetheless and that was the important thing.

Yoongi tried to move away from the boys, having calmed a little bit, he realized he was a little uncomfortable, he had accepted them, but he needed some time alone to simply breathe and think, besides, the scent of the boys was no so pleasing and his sensitive nose was not liking it. He detached himself from the hug and scrunched his face in disgust.

“Could you please shower or something?” He said to the boys. They all saw the disgusted face in the panther and finally register the state they were in.

“Sorry, Yoongs. We’ll shower” Jin said with an apologetic smile. He knew the panther was having a hard time with their scents. Not everyone was okay with the plan.

“But hyung, I am hungry, Can we please eat first?” The youngest asked with the best puppy eyes he could muster. Jin was not so easy to convince.

“No, first a shower. Besides, I won’t cook feeling so gross and with a headache” the elder said with his best hyung voice. Kook groaned at the response he got, before he could turn to Hobi to try to convince him, he was pulled by Jimin and Tae out of the kitchen, trying to avoid a confrontation.

“They are probably showering together, I will go to my room,” Hobi said and scurried away, not wanting to make a fuss out of the situation.

“I will order some food from our favorite place,” Jin said pulling his cellphone, but the panther interrupted him.

“I can cook some pollock soup” he offered. Jin once told him that he cooks it for the boys whenever they are sick or they had some drinks the previous night.

“You don’t have to,” Jin said, he knew the panther was a skilled cook, but he didn’t want the panther to bother himself.

“I want to,” the panther said, he looked at the ground in shyness. Not wanting to embarrass him, he nodded and silently left the kitchen. As soon as the oldest was out of the room, Namjoon moved closer to the panther.

“Thank you, Yoon, thank you so much,” Namjoon said and hugged the hybrid again. Yoongi was startled at the sudden action but melted in the hug. He was happy and his mind was still trying to catch up with the situation at hand.

“What for?” The panther asked, not understanding the reason behind the acknowledgment.

“For giving us a chance, you could have said no, and yet, you accepted us” the human explained, he was getting embarrassed too, but he needed to say it. He was extremely happy with Yoongi being his boyfriend.

“Well, I’ve liked you for quite some time too…” the panther confessed in a soft whisper, not wanting to look up, feeling extremely shy. Joon placed a finger under his chin and lifted his face, wanting to see the beautiful face of his new boyfriend.

They locked eyes, Namjoon was mesmerized by the beauty in front of him and Yoongi could not believe all the love that Joon’s eyes had at that moment. It was simply perfect. In a silent request, the panther nodded his head and the human moved closer. They connected their lips, it was a weird feeling, Yoongi didn’t know what to do, it was the first time that he was kissed, besides the human’s lips tasted weird probably from the alcohol of the night before, he scrunched his nose and moved back. Namjoon laughed at the expression and simply caressed his head in a loving manner.

“Sorry, I promise our next will be way better, just you wait. I just wanted to make sure I was your first kiss” the human said with a cocky grin. The panther looked at him and simply smiled, he also wanted Namjoon to be his first kiss. It was only natural, the human has been his first on several occasions, and it was only right that he was also the recipient of his first kiss. Not saying anything else, Namjoon left the flustered hybrid in the kitchen and went to his room to shower. Yoongi couldn’t avoid the smile on his lips, even if the kiss wasn’t the grandiose experience books and movies portray, it was still his and Namjoon's. It was awkward and strange, just like they were.

The boys tried not to take much time, especially the three youngest. They changed and were ready to go back to the kitchen where their boyfriend was cooking for them, but before they could do so, they were summoned to the master bedroom by Namjoon. They sat down in the bed waiting for their boyfriend to speak.

“I know we are excited about Yoongi being our boyfriend now, but please, let’s try to be calm and not pushy. It is new to him and we already have a dynamic, we don’t want to overwhelm him or stress him” he said with a serious voice, making sure the others understood the situation, especially the youngest three, they had the tendency to go overboard in certain situations.

“We know Joon, don’t worry, we’ll find our own rhythm with him. We always have, always will” Hope said, holding Joon’s hands in his to reassure him that they were well aware of how sensitive their Yoongi was. All of them understood that Joon was overprotective of their hybrid boyfriend, so they will do everything they can to assure him and the panther. Having agreed not to overbear Yoongi, they left the bedroom, following the delicious smell of food emanating from the kitchen. They stood outside of the kitchen, spying on the hybrid moving around the place. They noticed how much he enjoyed the task, he was softly humming to himself and a small smile was adoring his lips. There is no surprise why cooking dinner three times a week was one of his house chores.

Yoongi was thankful for the alone time he got. He was happy and he knew he loved the boys with all his heart, but it was still a lot to process and handle, he needed some time to himself, just to make sense of his emotions and the new situation. As soon as Namjoon left the kitchen, his emotions came crashing down, and he cried a little too. At first, it took him a little bit to calm down, his mind was spinning and everything felt like a dream. It was a lot, but in the end, he allowed himself to be flooded by his emotions, he wanted to experience it, all of it. Fucking feelings!

He never thought that his favorite humans wanted him too in the same way that he wanted them. It was a dream come true. He squealed and jumped a little bit, he was excited and just happy, it was perfect. They were his boyfriends now, HIS BOYFRIENDS. He was over the moon, even with the stress and the fear at the back of his head, he decided to let himself go and enjoy the moment, he loved them so much and his love was reciprocated. All those nights he imagined and wished to be with them finally came true. It was real. He had not only Joon, but he also had Jin, and Hobi, and Jimin, and Tae, and Kookie, he had all of them and they were everything he wished for. He had six mates, he had a pack and he was deeply loved. What more he could ask for?!

Nearly done with the cooking, he sensed the presence of his boyfriends. How odd, boyfriends. He had boyfriends. Thinking about it made him blush and hide his face. He tried to ignore their eyes, he knew they were watching him and he couldn’t avoid the flush on his face or the way his heart accelerated. If circumstances were different, he would have snapped at whoever stared, but not them, they are his boyfriends, and it felt nice to be observed with such care and love.

His boyfriends. Yoongi had boyfriends.

Noticing the bashful demeanor in their boyfriend, Jin and Hobi moved inside the kitchen and started to plate the food the hybrid cooked, just to ease some of his shyness away. It worked perfectly, the panther could focus on the task and let loose a little. Between the three oldest they moved to the dining table and everybody took their place. They started eating slowly and enjoying the delicious soup. Even if they ate in silence, the mood was comfortable, just enjoying the moment and letting things flow. The boy’s headaches were long gone, even before they ate, the shower and the hangover medicine did wonders, but they were not going to deny the delicious broth made by their lovely panther.

After the delicious meal, they moved to the living room, and things started to get a little awkward, they all wanted to talk but they didn’t know what to say or how to say it. Thankfully, they have TaeTae to break the ice.

“Just to be clear, you are our boyfriend, right?” He asked the hybrid, Yoongi looked up at the question and his cheeks tinted a beautiful shade of red.

“Yes” was his only answer and he nodded his head, just to emphasize his answer.

“Perfect. Now, What do I smell like?” He asked the shy hybrid. The rest of the boys looked with incredulity at the second youngest, they have been told by Namjoon and Yoongi that asking about scents was a delicate topic, and the fact that he simply asked like that was surprising. Noticing the alarming expressions in his boyfriends, he tried to defend his actions.

“What…He is my boyfriend now and I just want to know how I smell to him. C’mon, don’t tell me you are not curious too?” The boy retorted, a fierce look in his eyes.

It was true, only Namjoon knew how he smelled to the hybrid, and they were jealous of it. Not even Jungkook who had been already properly scented by Yoongi knew how he smelled like to the hybrid. They slowly turned their faces to Yoongi, a silent plea. They didn’t want to pressure the boy, they were well aware of how sensitive that question was. However, different from previous situations, Yoongi felt more than excited to tell them how they smelled, they were his boyfriends, his mates and it was part of being in a pack. He simply smiled and opened his arms to Taehyung.

The younger moved in a second, he sat on Yoongi’s lap and rested his head on his shoulder. Even if they have never done something like that, it felt natural and comfortable. The human wasn't sure how he knew what to do or how to act, but he allowed his instincts to take over and he was hugged by the panther. Yoongi simply moved Tae’s head to the side and placed his nose in his neck, trying to bask in the scent of his boyfriend. He slightly scented him, he wanted to go all the way with his scenting, but he noticed the other boy's desperation, so he simply nuzzled his neck and tried to leave as much of tangerine as he could on the boy.

“Back licorice and vanilla. Really sweet! Your scent is usually the last one to fade, especially the vanilla” the panther said to the boy and smiled at him. Taehyung was pleased with himself, he lifted himself from Yoongi’s lap and placed a soft kiss on his cheek, making the hybrid flustered.

Before Yoongi could process the kiss, he felt some weight in his lap again. He remembered when Namjoon told him that Jungkook could be shameless when he gets comfortable. The youngest smiled at him, waiting for his hyung to make the first move. Similar to Taehyung, he placed his hand on the back of Kook’s head and moved him to the side, just enough to give himself space to nuzzle his neck. A light scenting later, he moved back and smiled.

“Cedarwood. Yours and Namjoon’s are the strongest ones. Whenever you visit it is easy for me to know, I can smell you from far away” he said to the boy in his arms. The human simply hugged him tighter and before he stood up, he placed a quick peck on his nose.

Jimin was next, he was shyer than his boyfriends. Yoongi, noticing the hesitation in the boy, extended his hand and the boy took it. Yoongi directed Jimin to his lap and with soft movements, he placed the boy on his chest, just so he could relax. Once the human was calmer, he moved his head like he did with his two other boyfriends and nuzzled him softly and lovingly. Yoongi loved how soft Jimin was and he was smitten.

“Lavender and champaca. Yours is probably the sweetest one, your scent is highly connected with your emotions and it is really easy to know how are you feeling,” he said to the shy boy in his lap. Jimin smiled his beautiful smile and cuddle the panther a little more. Their boyfriends allowed it, knowing that sometimes Jimin needed the comfort.

Hobi was waiting patiently for his turn, and Jimin stood up to let the sunshine have his turn with their panther. The sunshine moved carefully, knowing that Yoongi was smaller, but the calmness and the confidence the panther was radiating gave him enough confidence to sit on his lap. Yoongi did the same thing he did with the other boys, he has careful and gentle, trying to leave his scent on them too. After nuzzling Hobi, he moved back and showed his gummy smile.

“Sandalwood and jasmine. To be honest, when I first met Namjoon, your scent was the most difficult one to place. I never met a person with such an unusual combination of scents, but after I met you I understood why you smell like that. It fits you perfectly, strong and sweet, gentle and determined. Exactly like you” the panther confessed in a small voice. Hobi smiled at the praise and quickly pecked the hybrid’s forehead.

The last one was Yoongi’s only hyung. Jin was seated next to the hybrid, but he decided to take the lead. He moved fast and before Yoongi could process what was happening, he was placed in Jin’s lap. He looked down in embarrassment, but the human ignore it, he simply hugged the hybrid close to him and caressed his back softly. The hybrid relaxed in his arms and slowly started scenting the human, basking in the comfort and the smell. After a light scenting, he moved back and locked eyes with Jin, he was smiling back.

“Black oak and lavender. It is your scent the one that I always smell on the others. It means you are a source of comfort and I know the rest feel safe and calm near you. I do too” the panther confessed to the human. Jin smiled at the news and he moved closer to the hybrid, placing a soft and quick peck on Yoongi’s forehead.

Even if it was new to the boys, it felt right to be scented by the panther. For an outsider the whole scene could probably make them leave, however, watching their boyfriends being scented by their panther boyfriend felt right, it made them feel closer, not only with Yoongi but also with each other. It was a possessive, yet a comforting thing to see and experience. They were going to enjoy being scented by their Yoongi.

“How does Joon smells like?” Jimin suddenly asked, Namjoon never told them. The hybrid smiled at his boyfriends and answered.

“Pinewood, like a forest. Always like a forest. In the beginning, when Joon started visiting me, his scent threw me off, but it was the first time a human scent helped me relax and feel comfortable. I was surprised when he managed to use his scent to comfort me” the hybrid confessed. He was remembering all the times that particular scent acted like a balm to his troubled mind. He smiled at the memories.

“And you? What do you smell like?” The maknae asked. They all have a theory about the panther’s scent, but they just wanted to be sure it is right. Before the panther could answer, Joon beat him to it.

“Tangerines, like sweet tangerines. There is something more to it, I am not sure what it is, but definitely tangerines” Joon said and laughed. The boys laughed too, remembering all the times they were assaulted by the smell and they could tell Yoongi's emotional state.

“Amber too. It is less noticeable. I usually smell like that when I am really scared or in my panther form” Yoongi confessed. They will have to meet the panther to see if it's true.

“You do understand what it means for me to be boyfriends with you?” Yoongi asked, he didn’t want to press the matter, but it was important that they were aware of the change in their dynamics.

“What do you mean?” Joon asked. The tone the panther used was serious and the human grew restless.

“You do know that relationships are a little different for me, right?” The hybrid asked. Even if they agree to be his boyfriends, that particular thing was still resting at the back of his mind. They need to understand how important they are to him and how much power they hold over him.

“You mean, as in ourselves being a pack now?” Tae asked, a little anxious.  He was the first one to find that Yoongi considered them his pack.

“Yes. Do you understand what being a part of a pack means?” He asked, his voice was strong, not quivering. Not even his lovely-dovey mind was going to let go of the particular detail.

“Yes, we do” Jin answered confidently. They have discussed it before, they knew about the bond they shared and how important was for the panther. They were committed to him. 

“Are you sure? For me, it is for life. You are my pack and that means that you are my mates” the hybrid said, not even confessing this made his voice tremble.

The boys were ecstatic, they already knew they were his pack, but hearing the confirmation from him was so exciting. It was official, they were a pack and they were Yoongi’s mates. Just as it should be.

“Yes Yoon, it means that we are bonded, it means that we are staying together, it means that you are not getting rid of us. And…..it also means that you can’t kick me out ever again” Namjoon said and added a smug smile at the end of his statement. Yoongi flustered at the bluntness and he simply nodded. They knew the importance of their bond and he was happy that they were truly committed to it. The rest of the boys laughed at the panther's sudden shyness but agreed too.

That afternoon, the piano arrived. It was a magnificent black Wm Knabe & Co Gran Piano, just the best of the best for their boyfriend. The three youngest took the hybrid to the master bedroom for a nap, at first Yoongi wasn’t convinced, but getting scented and cuddled by his boyfriends worked wonders to lull him to sleep.

The workers made a splendid and quick job, the piano was settled in the living room, right next to the glass window. In almost perfect synchrony, the boys woke up from their nap, and they lead Yoongi to the living room to show him the surprise.

As soon as the panther saw the grand piano in the room, a squeal left his mouth, his eyes were wide and his face showed nothing but excitement.

“We wanted to give it to you as a courting gift, but it got delayed,” Namjoon said truthfully, he was a little embarrassed but seeing Yoongi’s face he knew they made the right decision.

“You bought it for me?!” The hybrid asked incredulously. He looked at the piano and then at his boyfriend’s smiling faces, he did that several times, just to make sure it was real and not a dream.

“Yes, it is for you, we just want you to be happy,” the sunshine said, smiling and moving closer to hug his boyfriend.

“I…thank you…..thank you so much….how….thank you” Yoongi’s voice broke, he felt the tears rolling down his face. It was simply perfect.

“That is not all, we also found out about a music academy nearby. You are starting in two weeks” Tae said happily, jumping in his place from excitement.

Hearing that he was getting piano lessons was the breaking point for the hybrid. He stated sobbing and whimpering, not being able to hold his tears, they were simply perfect. They not only fulfilled one of his dreams, but they also gave him the chance to properly learn and cater to his passion. Seeing the emotional state the boy was in, Jin moved closer and hugged him.

“Yoongs, are you okay?” He asked a little worried, every time Yoongi was emotionally distraught they couldn’t help themselves and got into protective mode.

“Yes, it's just this fucking feelings. I can’t deal with too many at the same time” the panther sassily answered, showing his boyfriends that he was fine, just a little dazzled by all his emotions. The rest joined the hug and they added their own comfort to the mix.

They spend the rest of the day like that, passing Yoongi from lap to lap, constantly hugging him, and getting constantly scented by the hybrid. Their previous promise of keeping their distance was long forgotten. That night, Yoongi joined them in the master bedroom, he never felt so safe before, going to sleep surrounded by his boyfriend's scents was the best thing in the world. It was just the first night of their lives. 

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Being part of a pack proved to be more complicated than any of them had imagined before. For starters, Yoongi became a little possessive over them. He had to scent them before leaving home and after getting back from work. The boys had a hard time trying to adjust to this particular trait of their boyfriend because they had to establish manageable schedules to give Yoongi enough time to scent them. They discovered that leaving home with the hybrid’s scent was a paramount thing for Yoongi, it gave him peace and reassurance that they were his pack and they were coming back home eventually.

They found out how bad it could get if they didn’t get properly scented by the hybrid. One time, Jin came back from work, for the rest of the boys it seem like a normal day, however when the human tried to hug the panther he was surprised to see a sad and nearly tear-eyed Yoongi. The panther asked him who the other person was and Jin was confused. Apparently, Yoongi was able to smell the stand-in cook of that night. The guy kept flirting with Jin and somehow the arousal managed to stay in the human’s clothes. The rest of the boys were shocked at the statement. 

It was common for people to flirt with Jin, and even make indecent suggestions, but it never went beyond that. Now that Yoongi is added to the mix, it is clear for the hybrid that someone was way too close to his hyung and he was not having it. Jin had to shower thoroughly and after it, he was aggressively scented by Yoongi. The panther wasn’t pleased with the human that was flirting with HIS HYUNG! HIS BOYFRIEND!

After the accident, they became more aware of their own scents and interactions and the impact they had on their panther boyfriend. Adjustments were made to calm and assure the poor panther.

That is why Jimin and Hobi started taking an extra change of clothes to the Studio. Even if they were changing clothes, it wasn’t enough to eliminate the scents of other people on them, at least it was a way to diminish the cocktail of smells that Yoongi's sensitive nose was able to pick. Even if the panther didn’t show his discomfort and sadness whenever they came home smelling like others, they knew how scared and insecure the hybrid felt because of it, so they will do whatever is necessary to avoid that anguish and pain. 

Now, as soon as they arrive home they go straight into the shower to avoid leaving the scents around the house and triggering their sensitive boyfriend. They were willing to install a portable shower outside the front door, just to make sure Yoongi was as comfortable as possible. Joon told them that it was ridiculous but he secretly look for something of the sort, just in case.

When Jungkook arrived home angry, he also drove the poor panther into a mild panic attack. The younger was angry about some issues with one of his business partners, he was back from a meeting and the rest of his boyfriends were not there, just Yoongi, who was excited that one of his boyfriends was back from work. When the human got inside their place, he was still on the phone, clear anger was exuding from him, he barely acknowledge the presence of his boyfriend, and when Yoongi tried to get closer to scent him and help him calm down, the boy looked at him with angry eyes. The hybrid felt the rejection and the sour scent was too strong. 

The panther’s eyes started to water at his boyfriend’s response and he ran to his room, feeling rejected and hurt. When the human saw Yoongi crying and running away from him, he realized he made a mistake, not caring for the person on the other end, he hang up and went after his hyung. He stood outside the hybrid’s bedroom and started knocking, begging him to let him in. After several minutes of begging and pleading, the panther open the door, he was looking at the ground, feeling guilty for upsetting his boyfriend. Seeing Kook angry and reacting to him like that brought back memories of his past and he feared the boy was going to punish him. 

The human knew how affected his boyfriend got at his reaction and spend the rest of the afternoon and the evening holding the hybrid, whispering sweet words and soft sorries, letting him know that it was not him, his anger had nothing to do with him and even if Yoongi did something wrong, he would never be angry at the panther. The aftermath of that debacle was Kookie getting scented for an hour straight. Not that he minded.

Another thing they realized was that Yoongi loved to wear their stuff, when they questioned his actions, the panther flushed and became extremely shy. After some encouragement, he confessed to them that being engulfed in their scents relaxed him and also help him to lessen his longing for them. Even if they no longer left him for long periods of time and he had started his piano lessons, there were still moments when he was completely alone at home, and wearing their clothes help with the separation anxiety. Because of this, Namjoon gave Yoongi full access to his wardrobe. He loved to come back home to find the hybrid in one of his hoodies or shirts, the height difference was adorable and the panther looked so cute wearing them. It also awoke something inside Namjoon, he felt possessive whenever he saw the smaller man in his clothes, and he later find out that it was a turn-on for him.

The scenting was not the only thing that changed in their household, they also discovered a more clingy and cuddly side of the panther. They learned that he loved to hold hands at any given moment and for no reason, he loved to sit on their laps, specially Joon’s, or have the maknaes on his lap. He loved to be petted and cuddle to sleep. They were more than happy to indulge the hybrid in all of those forms of affection.

Getting that close to the hybrid also helps their relationship with each other. Showing affection more openly and becoming more vocal about desires and wants was the new norm and slowly either of them was scared or ashamed to ask for comfort. Yoongi help them understand how deep and strong their relationship truly was, the bond was already there, and the addition of the panther only strengthens it. PDA became a necessity in their home.

Jungkook took particular advantage of it. He was the one that stayed home more often, however, he usually was in his room playing tournaments, the reason he had quite a fortune. But now that Yoongi is part of the equation, it became their thing to simply cuddle while the younger plays in his studio-gaming cave. Yoongi would simply knock and enter, he always carried a blanket with him. Jungkook could tell it was his panther boyfriend because, unlike his other boyfriends, Yoongi made no noise while walking, which scared him a couple of times in the past. But now, he simply opened his arms and allowed the panther to comfortably sit on his lap and nap while the human destroyed his enemies. Not literally. It was so homey and calming that Jungkook started to win more often, and every time he had an important game, he will ask his hyung to nap with him. Yoongi always indulges his youngest boyfriend.

Taehyung was the other one that loved a clingy Yoongi. He would hold his hand under the table at dinner or breakfast, he would sit on his lap and allow the hybrid to scent him as much as he wanted. After getting back from a photoshop he would sneak right next to Yoongi, it didn’t matter if the panther was reading, playing, or simply napping, the human clung to the hybrid like a koala bear, and the panther loved it.

Having his boyfriends so close made him feel reassured and safe, having them so close at any given time had a calming effect on him and it also fulfilled an instinctual part of him. The alpha in him felt proud, having a claim on his boys as well as being physically close was important to his hybrid side, it was a constant reminder that they were his and his only. His boyfriends understood why packs were so important to hybrids, why Yoongi started to deteriorate back at the facility when they stopped visiting, and why he was so adamant to take the relationship seriously. For Yoongi, they were his entire life, and he was theirs. 

But the scenting and the skinship were not the only things they had to learn and adjust. There were some other things that had to be discussed with their panther boyfriend. There was a particular topic that either of them wanted to address. Thankfully, there is always TaeTae to ask the uncomfortable questions.

They were eating dinner, it was just takeout, nothing too extravagant. They were about to finish eating when the second youngest decided to ask.

“Yoonie hyung, when is your next rut?” The boy asked nonchalantly. Taehyung was an empathic person and he knew that addressing such an intimate topic in a casual way was a good strategy to avoid misunderstandings and embarrassment, at least for the hybrid. 

Yoongi knew that they eventually need to address this particular topic. He wasn’t embarrassed, it was his biology and he felt safe enough to share it with his boyfriends. The boys, on the other hand, were surprised and shocked at the sudden question, they grew flustered and shy. At this point, they knew what a rut was and what was going to happen during those days with their panther boyfriend.

“In five months, more or less” the hybrid answered, taking the last spoonful of his food. Tae simply nodded in acknowledgment and kept eating. Having the conversation open, they had no other choice but to follow.

“So…What would you like to do about it?” Namjoon asked bashfully, he felt extremely embarrassed and coy. His voice was a whisper, he was sweating and his heartbeat was fast.

“I still don’t know yet,” Yoongi said truthfully. Ever since he moved in with the boys he already had a rut, but he used the suppressants that the facility gave him during his last rut in the place.

It wasn’t that bad, they weren’t boyfriends back then so he simply stayed in his room, it was uncomfortable, but he had suppressants and his scented blanket. He was lucid enough not to leave his room or get too close to the boys, regardless they left food outside his room and texted constant reminders to eat and drink water. The three days went by inconspicuously and in no time he was back to their normal routine. But this time it was different, he has boyfriends that could help him with it and he wasn't sure what to do.

Jin saw the turmoil and held his boyfriend's hand. “Yoongs, don’t worry about it, okay? No matter how you want to spend your rut is up to you. If you want suppressants we can get them for you and if you want….” Jin cleared his throat before saying the last part, “…us to help you with it, we’ll find a proper way. Okay?” The human said, trying to convey as much comfort as he could.

“Yes hyung, don’t worry about it. We’ll not do anything you don’t want us to do” Hobi assured him from his seat and offered his most sincere smile.

“We’ll follow your lead. And if you chose something now and later you change your mind we’ll adapt to it” Jimin said. Even if the conversation was a little awkward and embarrassing, they were comfortable enough to talk about it, besides it was a necessary chat. They were not going to do anything that could possibly hurt their boyfriend. They were well aware that Yoongi had a traumatic past, especially in the sexual sense and they were not going to put him through hell again.

Yoongi was silent, he trusted them wholeheartedly, and his boyfriends were not the issue. He was feeling insecure about himself. Rut makes him different, his physical needs overshadow his mind and he doesn’t want to lose control and hurt them. He was also scared to be in such a vulnerable position and having zero experience on what to do. Besides, his only sexual experiences had been forced upon him, he’s never given consent and now that he has the option he doesn’t know what to do with it or how to act on it. He loved the boys and of course, he wants to get intimate, but he doesn’t even know where to start.

“Hey, it is okay. Don’t stress yourself over it. We’ll find a way to deal with it. Whether you chose to use suppressants or you want us to help you, we’ll find a safe way to do it. We are just asking because we want to know what you want us to do” Joon said while holding him in his lap. He noticed how Yoongi started to freak out about it and he wasn’t going to let his boyfriend feel so distraught by the situation. Alongside the other boys, they had concluded that Yoongi was now part of their relationship in every sense, which also meant the sexual part of it, and they were not going to do anything that could harm him.

Yoongi took a deep breath and relaxed a little. He felt so lucky to have these boyfriends, they were so considerate and they were giving him the opportunity to choose what he wants and how he wants it. He is a really lucky person indeed.

“You don’t have to give us an answer now. Just think about it and let us know, okay?” Kookie reassured, trying to lessen the stress in the room. The hybrid simply nodded, indicating he was going to think about it. The conversation ended, they all finished their food and the mood was back to normal, they kept going with their evening like nothing was mentioned. Communication is key.

Another change in their dynamics was kissing. When the boys found out that Namjoon claimed Yoongi’s first kiss they were surprised and jealous. They were in the cinema waiting for Yoongi to finish showering, they were planning to have a movie night and a cuddle pile. They were talking about their days.

“By the way, who is kissing Yoongi first?” Jimin asked. Secretly everybody wanted to kiss their hybrid boyfriend first. They started giving reasons why they were the best candidate to get the first kiss. Namjoon was silent and trying to avoid the conversation.

“What about you Joonie, why would you should kiss Yoongi first?” Hobi asked, noticing the sudden silence in his boyfriend. Namjoon wanted to lie, but after their last misunderstanding, he promised himself that he is never lying to his boyfriends ever again.

“I already have,” the boy said in low voice, almost a whisper, and the rest of the boys couldn’t hear it, they don’t have Yoongi’s acute senses. Namjoon took a deep breath and spoke a little louder.

“I already have kissed him,” he said. It took the boys a couple of seconds to process the information. Their eyes grew wide and betrayal filled the room.

“YOU HAVE?!” Jungkook said indignantly.

“WHEN?!” Jimin asked after. How could he?!

Namjoon sighed and simply confessed. He knew they were not really angry at him, or at least he hoped so.

“Right after we asked him to be our boyfriend,” he said, he looked at his hands and did his best to avoid his boyfriend’s eyes.

“What about not overwhelming him?” Jin said with a playful tone and making quotation marks. He wasn’t angry, just surprised.

“Sorry…” the dimpled man simply said. Jin was right, they agreed not to overwhelm him but he was the first to break the promise.

“It does make sense he was the first,” Tae said and shrugged. Always the most grounded one.

“What do you mean?” Hobi asked his boyfriend with a little bit of indignation, just because he was jealous he wasn’t Yoongi’s first kiss.

“He met Yoongi first, he fell for him first, he became closer to him first, and we only met Yoongi hyung because of him. The relationship has been going on for a longer time, so it is only natural that Namu hyung gets to kiss him first” the boy explained in his calm and deep voice. It was so obvious. Besides, they were not mad at him, just surprised at the confession.

“It does make sense” Jk confirmed. There was nothing more they could do. At that moment the hybrid entered the cinema, he sense the room, it smelled like confusion and surprise, but overall it was calm. He didn’t question it and sat down, ready to have a full movie night.

Before they could completely doze off into dreamland, someone decided to bring up the topic once again. “Yoongi hyung, when are you kissing the rest of us?” Jk asked the hybrid with the most innocent look on his face. 

Yoongi was surprised, the sudden question made him flustered and shy, he felt his cheeks grow warm, his hands were starting to sweat and he started to hear his heartbeat in his ears. The rest of the boys laughed at their bashful boyfriend.

“Don’t worry Yoongs, we are only teasing” Jin clarified and placed the boy in his lap, trying to reassure him that he didn’t have to kiss them if he wasn’t ready. Yoongi relaxed and felt limp in his hyung's embrace.

The boys are not the only ones that had to adjust to their new development in the relationship. Yoongi had a lot of adjusting to do. The hardest part was accepting the affection, he usually offered it freely and without reservations, it was really easy to hug them, cling to them, sit on their laps or just cuddle because he was in charge, he had the power to do it in his own terms. The hard part came when it was the boys initiating the affection. 

There were several times when he had to step back and take a deep breath after one of his boyfriends tried to hug him or cuddle him. It wasn’t because he didn’t want the affection, on the contrary, the thing was that every time one of the boys moved too fast or too close, his body reacted. Even if his mind healed and he had left the trauma in the past, his body still remembered and there were times when he couldn’t control it.

When he explained the reasoning behind his actions, his boyfriends were quick to reassure him that they understood and they were going to be more careful. Ever since then, every time they want to show or shower the hybrid with affection they tell him what they want or what they are doing. They will ask for the hug, or the cuddle, or the scenting. That gave Yoongi a lot of relief and confidence. He had a difficult time accepting the fact that not all touches were harmful or painful, he had to keep reminding himself that he was deeply loved and cherished by the boys. Sometimes his mind forgets it, but his boyfriends are always kind and loving and they keep reminding him.

There have been times when Yoongi feels overwhelmed with all the positive and loving emotions he is feeling. Sometimes he feels like is too much, and his boyfriends always give him time. When they accepted Yoongi as part of their relationship they were well aware that the panther had trauma and it was going to be a tough process, but for their panther, they were going to be patient as much as they could.

Yoongi started to flourish right in front of their eyes, he became more comfortable and bold, and he started to ask for affection and comfort. The rest of the boys started to learn about his tells or his movements, they learned how his shy and cute boyfriend would ask for love.

For example, whenever he wants to hold hands, he starts rubbing fingers with the nearest person to him, it would be a soft touch, barely there, just enough to let the other person know he is there and he wants his hand to be held.

Or when he wants to cuddle, he will slowly move closer to the boyfriend he wants to cuddle with, he tries to move in a subtle way, trying to not get the other boys' attention, he will move stealthily and with time the boys were able to see whenever the panther moved closer to get his cuddles. As days went by, they all became more accustomed to the hybrid and his mannerisms, he was such a cutie patootie.

But it wasn't always soft and cute, the boys had to remember that technically Yoongi is an alpha, therefore he was somewhat possessive and dominant, even if the majority of the time he was soft-spoken or cuddly-like. It was something deeply ingrained in him, his inner hybrid needed to assert a little control and now that he is part of a pack, the instincts to protect and claim were stronger. Yoongi was really good at keeping his alpha in check, but there were times when he could avoid it. 

Like the time Jk tried to sit Yoongi in his lap and the panther almost growled at him, the maknae was surprised, and before he could question his boyfriend, Yoongi lift the maknae and sat him on his lap, holding him close and tightly, taking the lead. Jk was flustered but he enjoyed it regardless, it was kind of hot whenever their panther took the lead. 

There was also the time when Namjoon came back from work a little late, he had dinner with a promising writer, his boyfriends knew he was going to the dinner but he came a little later than expected. Yoongi didn’t say anything, he waited alongside his other boyfriends, not showing any emotion. As soon as the human came back home, Yoongi stood up from his place in Hope’s lap and cling to Namjoon, aggressively scenting his boyfriend. 

When Namjoon tried to move back to take his shoes off and get into a more comfortable position, the hybrid left a low hiss in warning, Namjoon froze in his place and let his boyfriend nuzzle him as much as he wanted. The rest of the boys were watching the scene unfold from the living room, it was quite hilarious, the size difference was comical and the fact that Namjoon was surrendering to the smaller boy was so funny.

The other thing that made Yoongi’s new relationship complicated was his boyfriend’s sex life. He discovered that they were quite a thing when it came to intimacy. The boys made sure to never have sex in the master bedroom and never all at the same time, that way Yoongi was not left alone. They tried really hard to not be so loud, but Yoongi’s advanced hearing was simply too advanced for him, he could listen to them and he could also smell them. He never mentioned it though, the boys thought they were smooth and the panther didn’t notice, but the hybrid was well aware of their sexual endeavors.

Don’t get him wrong, he wanted to join too, but he wasn’t sure how to do it. He never experienced the freedom to feel pleasure or sexual attraction. Every time he was involved in anything sexual it was forced and the majority of times he only felt pain. He was scared of sex, he didn’t know what he liked or how he like it, he didn’t know what to do, how to start something, or even how to say no. It was a whole new world for him and he wasn’t sure if he was ready to explore it.

The boys never forced him, never tried to go beyond Yoongi’s limits, even when they started kissing and making out, they were highly respectful of him, always making sure to communicate their actions and asking for consent. There were times when Yoongi got overwhelmed and they stopped immediately, reassuring their boyfriend that it was okay, that they were not mad and he was the one calling the shots.

The guys were a little frustrated, Yoongi is a sexy man and of course, now that he is their boyfriend they want to engage in more intimate activities, but they love the panther so much and they won’t risk their relationship just because they are horny. They made sure to reassure him every time, they will only go as far as Yoongi wants. Even if it takes them years to accomplish.

There was another aspect that had to be adjusted in their relationship and that was Yoongi’s panther form. Yoongi told them that his panther side was damaged. Usually, whenever he shifts it’s because he is emotional or really scared, he was scared to change with the boys near, he didn’t want to hurt them. But panther Yoongi, little meow meow, as Jimin likes to refer to it, was also part of their boyfriend, and they wanted to help it heal too.

At first, Yoongi wasn’t too sure of it, but he had to try, if he wanted to completely let go of the past, heal and give himself fully to his pack, he’ll have to face his panther sooner or later.

The first times he tried to shift were hard and kind of painful, he tried to use past memories to force the change, but Joon talk to him and told him that using those memories and the pain wasn’t the healthiest way to do so. It was hard because every time Yoongi changed in the past was under a lot of stress and fear, so for him, it was the only way to trigger the change.

Namjoon reminded him that his shift was linked to his emotions and feelings, so he encouraged him to find alternatives, to trigger the changes with more positive outlets or memories, just to find a healthier way to do it and not cause more damage. Yoongi agreed to do it. If other hybrids could do it, Yoongi could do it too.

So he tried and tried. At first, he managed to shift for a couple of minutes. He used his new memories and emotions, allowed himself to be engulfed in his new feelings and experiences, and he started to link these new occurrences to his shift. Slowly he started to gain more confidence and he could shift for longer periods of time without getting scared or alarmed. 

He saw his panther form for the first time, he always imagined it like a small cub, scarred and afraid, shaking in fear and cowering at any movement or sound. But that first time he saw himself in the bathroom mirror he couldn’t believe it, his form was big, his fur was jet black and the big blue pricing eyes that were looking back at him were mesmerizing. He never thought of himself as that, he never imagined he could look so beautiful and majestic. For the first time, he felt proud of himself for being a hybrid.

After shifting several times by himself, he gained enough courage to show himself to Namjoon. Of course, it was Namjoon, even if he loves the other boys too, Namjoon will always be his first. The human was excited, even if he has only seen panther Yoongi once, he knew he was beautiful.

They were alone, Namjoon got back from work early just for this. He was waiting outside Yoongi’s bedroom, but he couldn’t hear anything, his hyung told him to wait 5 minutes and then enter. He looked at his wristwatch, it is time.

With hesitation he opened the door, he peaked his head inside, trying to move as slowly as he could to not startled the feline. At first, he couldn’t spot it, the curtains in the room were closed and no lights were on, so the room was barely illuminated, on top of that was the fact that he was nervous and that can also affect your perception ability. He saw a pair of blue orbs looking at him, they were icy blue, beautiful sapphire eyes.

His jaw dropped to the ground, in front of him was the most majestic creature he’s ever seen in his life, an adult black panther stood proudly in front of him. His fur was jet black, just like his ears and tail, even in the poorly lit room, he could see the shine in the soft fur. Slowly and carefully, Yoongi moved forward to Namjoon, the human stood frozen in his place, trying not to make any sudden movement to scare him. Namjoon kept reminding himself that it was Yoongi and he was safe. He smiled at the big cat and that was all the hybrid needed to move all the way to Joon.

He stood in front of him, waiting for the human to make the first move. Namjoon raised his hand slowly, letting Yoongi know his intentions. The panther bowed his head slightly, just to let the man know it was okay. Namjoon placed his hand on the panther’s head and felt the soft fur. It was the softest thing in the world and Namjoon was elated. He softly caressed the panther’s head and smiled. Not wanting to overstep his hyung’s limits, he crouched a little bit to be at the same eye level as the panther and showed his dimpled smile.

“You are so beautiful baby,” Namjoon said from the bottom of his heart. He smiled at his boyfriend and moved closer, he planted a soft kiss on the panther’s head and left the room, allowing Yoongi to change back in privacy.

Yoongi was ecstatic, allowing his boyfriend to see him in that state was a good call, he felt secure, and when Joon called him beautiful and baby he lost it. Thankfully he was in his panther form, otherwise, he would blush and hide his face in embarrassment. He changed back in the comfort of his room, he wore one of Joon’s t-shirts and his sweatpants and went to look for his boyfriend. He found him outside, waiting for him to shift back, he hugged him and allowed Namjoon to carry him to the master bedroom. The rest of the boys knew what happened and they were excited for their turn to meet little meow meow.

Yoongi was finally settling and they were happy to help him get comfortable with them and with himself. Maybe next time panther Yoongi will be happy to meet the rest of his boyfriends. But for now, another milestone has been reached. 

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⚠️WARNING: this chapter will address a sensitive topic.

There will be a mild description of a panic attack and some harassment.  

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Mrs. Man contacted the boys one day, she told them that Mr. Cha wanted to sue them for unlawful adoption. When the boys heard the news they were scared, the fucking attorney was shady and he was making dirty deals behind Yoongi’s back. They were imagining the worst scenarios, and all of them ended with Yoongi going back to the facility. 

Thankfully, the lawyer calmed them down and told them that he couldn’t do anything. She was taking care of the lawsuit, and they were no legal grounds for his claims. She also got the visitation logs of the boys to prove that they were close to Yoongi and the panther wasn’t forced into adoption. She said that she had already submitted them to a judge and Yoongi wasn’t in danger. She did mention that there was the possibility of a trial, if that happened they’ll have to take the stand and tell the jury about Mr. Cha's actions, but they will only be called as witnesses and nothing more, so there wasn’t anything to worry about. 

That didn’t appease the boyfriends, they were fearing for their cute panther and they didn’t want to risk anything. The lawyer agreed to apply for a restraining order for the hybrid and them; she also told them that the DA has been investigating the lawyer, he is known for his shady businesses, and apparently, the law is catching up to him. 

A month after the restriction orders were set in place, the lawyer was arrested. Mrs. Man was working with the DA’s office to build a case against him. The reason why she took Yoongi’s case so fast was that other hybrids were mysteriously adopted with the help of Mr. Cha. Evidence showed that he sold hybrids to people who didn’t pass the Hybrid Service’s background check and unfortunately, some of those hybrids died at the hands of the humans that bought them. 

The boys were extremely relieved with the news, hearing that the bastard that almost took their Yoongi away was arrested made them extremely happy. Yoongi was shocked, he couldn’t believe that he trusted the guy, he almost fell for his scheme, but thankfully, he had already fallen for six other wonderful humans. There was going to be a trial but there was a big chance they were not going to be called upon to testify. 

Alongside the good news, Yoongi also got his official documents. He got a birth certificate that identifies him as Min Yoongi, born March 9th, 1993 in Daegu. He wanted to keep his birthplace, even if he didn’t remember anything about it, he was born there and it was where his life began. 

He also got an id. It was surreal, he was looking at the small plastic card, there was his picture and his personal information, he smiled when he saw the address on the id, his home. He now could learn how to drive and get his license, he can get a passport and travel. The world just opened up for him, he couldn’t believe it. His boyfriends saw the excitement in their panther and they couldn’t help to join him in his celebration. Min Yoongi is now a free hybrid. 

They have a routine at this point. Jimin, Hobi, and Namjoon are the ones that have to leave earlier, their jobs have a structured schedule. Taehyung and Jungkook had a little freedom, the photographer usually arranged his projects in a way that allowed him to wake up late and have a chill morning, usually, his photoshoots were at noon and/or afternoon. The gamer’s agenda was always different, the gaming tournaments vary and he could be playing at 3 o’clock or 3 in the morning. Jin was the one with the tighter program, he works 5 days a week, he goes to the restaurant after noon and leaves almost midnight. Yoongi had his piano lessons 3 times a week in mid-morning, so he had the rest of the day for himself.  Even with the different schedules, they make it work. After the stress the hybrid experienced because he was left alone, the boys made the effort to spend as much time together as possible. It was hard, but they managed.

Yoongi was loving his newfound freedom. As soon as he got his id, Namjoon made a space in his agenda to take him to the bank, he opened up his account and now he had full access to his money, he could buy whatever he pleased, no matter how ridiculous it was.  The youngsters were excited to teach their boyfriend how to drive, the panther was doubtful at first, he wasn’t sure of himself, but he was actually really good. The maknaes were really surprised when Yoongi got the hang of it after a couple of lessons. At this point, the hybrid was a way better driver than Namjoon. 

That was not the only improvement, the panther started to expand his passions and hobbies. During one of the piano lessons he met a pair of boys that were also learning the instrument, they were intrigued about the hybrid and invited him to play with them. It was at the ball court when the panther found out about his ability for basketball, the boys were quick to invite him to be part of their team, they got together to play and sometimes they got to participate in small tournaments among the local teams.  When Yoongi came back home from his piano lesson all sweaty and with a huge smile on his face, Taehyung and Jungkook couldn’t let it pass, after some nagging and maybe some tickling, they managed Yoongi to spill the beans. It was quite surprising, to be honest, the hybrid loves to sleep and stay as still as possible, so learning about him playing a sport was quite the shock. It didn’t matter, the panther seemed pleased with himself and it was clear he enjoyed it. 

Not everything was rainbows and sprinkles with his newfound freedom, Yoongi had to face the reality of the world outside the facility. True, he already knew about the cruelty and mistreatment hybrids face daily, but a part of him was hopeful that outside, things will be way better and easier, or at least less cruel. How wrong he was. 

It was a hectic day, all the boys were out and about. The dancers were working extra hours to finish a complicated dance project that could rocket their business even higher. Namjoon was going through some manuscripts for the new season and he needed to choose a good story to publish. Jin was called earlier that day, the restaurant was reserved for an important business meeting and the client only wanted Jin’s cooking skills in the kitchen, of course, he charged extra for those. Jungkook met with an associate and his lawyer, his business was starting soon and stress was piling up. Taehyung left the day before to Andong to do a photoshoot, he was supposed to be back later that day. It was weird that all of them had such packed schedules on the same day, usually one of them was somehow free, but this time it was an exception. 

Yoongi came home to an empty place, he was hyperventilating, and he was sweating, and crying. He could barely register where he was and what was going on, his hands were clammy, his ears were ringing and he could barely stand on his feet. He ran inside the penthouse and closed the door with such strength he thought he broke it. 

In a second he was in his bedroom, he was itching all over and he got trapped in his shirt while trying to remove it. He was struggling really hard with his clothing, he started crying harder and his heart was beating so fast he could feel it in his head. His panic was over the roof, he couldn’t think straight and his breathing was so labored it was a miracle he didn’t pass out at that moment.  Even in his panicked state, he managed to get to the shower, he turned it on and quickly got in, the water was freezing but he couldn’t care in the slightest, as soon as the water hit his skin he started to rub it really hard and with so much force that it was starting to get red. 

The cold water did nothing to appease his mind, at this point he couldn’t see and his lungs were on fire. His tears didn’t stop and his legs were shaking so badly that he fell to the ground, he couldn’t support his weight, he tried to stand up but the memories and the flashbacks were so strong that his body was simply paralyzed. He was a sobbing mess, and as time went on, he was starting to lose consciousness.

Everything was dark, there was no sound or movement, he was lying on the floor limp, his head was shouting at him to stand up and fight but he couldn’t, he was pinned to the ground like an invisible force was compelling him to stay still. His eyes were blurry from all the shed tears and his head was drifting away, nothing made sense and his entire body was in pain. He was dying, his life was ending at that moment. Yoongi pleaded with the invisible force to let him go, he wanted to go back home, back to his boyfriends. He had a reason to live and fight, however, the force was stronger than him, he couldn’t fight back, just submit. 

Yoongi never felt like this, he had never felt such pain and misery, he could hear his boyfriends talking to him, trying to comfort him, but their voices were so far away. He felt some hands on him and his dazed mind was trying hard to pry them away, but they remained on him, not letting go. He wanted to scream and trash, but his body wasn’t answering him, he was at the mercy of whoever was holding him captive.

Then, everything stopped. The force holding him down was gone, the room started to fill with dim light, the sounds of his boyfriends started to get near and the hands that were touching him provided warmth and comfort. His mind started to clear and he was able to see them, they were around him with worried faces. It took him a while to understand where he was, and who was holding him.  After several minutes, the room made sense, he was on the bathroom floor, his eldest boyfriend was holding him tight to his chest, a blanket was covering his shaking body, and a glass of water was offered to him by his sunshine. Nobody uttered a word, they were concerned and didn’t want to trigger their boyfriend even more. 

Yoongi doesn’t know how long they stay there, even if the position Jin was in wasn’t comfortable, his hyung never attempted to move or break the hug. As sanity started to come back, a headache started to form, it was intense and the light above him was making it worse. He shut his eyes close, trying to shield himself from the brightness. He moved his hand to his head, trying to see where the pain was located, but his entire head was in flames. Noticing the actions of their panther, Jimin turned the lights off to ease the pain, the hybrid looked at him and gave him a small smile, even in his traumatic state, he could recognize the actions of his boyfriend. 

Without a word, Jin stood up with Yoongi in his lap, he made sure to keep him properly covered and he went back to the bedroom. On the bed were a couple of hoodies from the boys and a pair of sweatpants for him. Jin stayed in the room with the panther, and the rest of the boys left them alone. Yoongi changed in silence, trying to move slowly because of the migraine he was experiencing.  After he finished changing, he tapped Jin's shoulders to indicate he was done. Jin turned around and held him close in a tight hug, he didn’t say anything and the panther was thankful for it. They started moving to the master bedroom where the rest of their boyfriends were waiting for them. 

Yoongi noticed Jungkook holding Namjoon close, it was clear the pain and distress the dimpled boy was in. Namjoon lifted his face and locked eyes with Yoon, he was a mess but watching his boyfriend out of his panic attack was a relief. Without words, the panther got into the bed and straight into Namjoon’s arms, he cuddled the human and placed his nose on his neck, trying to calm himself down with the familiar smell of the forest. Another pair of arms snaked around him, he noticed the welcoming vanilla of Taehyung and he relaxed a little. The rest of the boys quickly joined in the pile, trying to potentiate their scents to calm their sensitive boyfriend. 

They stayed like that for a long time, probably hours, and nobody spoke a single word. They started to rotate the positions to scent the hybrid, knowing how much Yoongi needed them. They were thorough and gentle, making sure to provide silent tactile comfort. Yoongi was crying, his tears were staining his blotched face, but every once in a while, one of his boyfriends would wipe the tears in silence. They never let go, they kept holding each other tightly. Yoongi was exhausted, this was one of the worst panic attacks he ever had in his life. His headache was still there but less painful, his heartbeat was calmed and his eyes started to close. 

He fell asleep in a second, letting his boyfriends protect him during the aftermath of the traumatic experience. The rest of the boys didn’t say anything, they went to sleep too. Watching the pain Yoongi was experiencing also took a toll on them. Not all of them wanted to sleep, they wanted to stay up and watch the hybrid, but they knew that rest was needed, the conversation with their hybrid boyfriend was not going to be nice and they needed all of their energy to face whatever the hell happened before they got back home. 

A couple of hours ago…

Yoongi was proud of himself, after several piano lessons, he was able to recreate complex melodies and he was starting to get a hang of professionally composing his own. His teacher was surprised by his talent and he never ceased to remind the hybrid about it. He was even invited to participate in the annual academy's musical recital. The panther was seated at the invitation and happily agreed to join the headliners. 

His class ended at 2 o’clock, right before lunchtime. He usually took lunch with him, so he could stay longer in the academy but he forgot it that day, scenting his rushed boyfriends before work was a task that took all of his mind and he simply forgot the carefully cooked food Jin made for him that day.  Not wanting to go back home yet, he walked to a nearby coffee shop. He discovered the little oasis after his first piano lesson. The place was small and cozy and the handcrafted coffee was simply perfect. The employee became close to Yoongi, she was also a hybrid, and having a fellow hybrid was a reassuring experience. Yoongi felt grateful for the girl, she made him feel welcomed and his new experiences were less taxing for him. 

As soon as he walked in he was recognized, he received the welcoming greeting and got his order taken. He loved the place, it was quiet and warm and he got inspired to write. He got lost in his mind, writing his feelings and emotions, trying to express them in a way that could be accompanied by his beloved piano. He was so lost in his own world he failed to notice a pair of eyes stalking him. 

Yoongi saw the time, it was already late afternoon and he wanted to go home early, knowing how stressed his boyfriends were he decided to cook a delicious homemade dinner. He took his stuff, said goodbye to the girl, and walked out. He was listening to music in the expensive headphones his Taehyungie gave him some weeks ago, he loved the headset, it was high quality, and soundproof, and he swore music sounded better in them. The day was simply perfect. 

The music academy wasn’t far, the walk was probably 25 minutes long, 35 if he was distracted. He was walking, enjoying the warm weather, and he smiled to himself. Even if his boyfriends were busy, he had a really productive day with his music.  He was a couple of blocks away from home, it wasn’t far, he could see the building. He knew he was in a fancy and exclusive part of the city, not many cars were around and the buildings had a lot of space between each other. Before he could cross the street to his block, he felt a fast tap on his shoulder. He turned around and saw a man, he was taller than him, probably 5’ 11ft tall, almost the same as Joonie, he had dark brown hair and dark eyes; the guy was smiling and offered a small apology for interrupting the hybrid. 

Yoongi placed his headphones on his neck, trying to listen to the man. He said he was lost, he was supposed to meet a friend, but he got lost on the way. The man showed him the address on his phone, and Yoongi moved closer to look at it, even if he wasn’t the most knowledgeable person, he wanted to help, he knew how it felt to be lost.   With a smile, he pointed to the other side of the street, there was a park there, it was big and beautiful. Families around the place used it to have picnic days and outings every other day. The man was focusing on the hybrid's words, trying to map the route in his head, but he was having a hard time doing so. Yoongi noticed the confusion of the man and walked with him to the entrance of the park, he started pointing in the direction the man should follow to cross the park and reach his friend's house. After his explanation, the man bowed and thanked the hybrid. Yoongi was turning around when he felt a pair of arms around him, he was surprised at the action but before he could do anything, a strong hand was placed in his mouth and with great force, he was being dragged to the park. 

Yoongi trashed and fought, trying to release himself from the tight grip around him. His body started shaking and tears started to form in his eyes. His mind filled with memories, his body remembered the pain and the abuse, he was hyperventilating and he didn’t know what to do or how to escape.

The man dragged him behind a thick wall of trees, the huge bushes provided perfect coverage. The man moved his hands and placed Yoongi in a chokehold, trying to keep him from thrashing around. The hold proved to be effective and Yoongi felt his head go dizzy, his eyes were trying to focus and his mind was fighting past demons. He fell to the ground, breathing hard, he was shaking his head, trying to will out the painful memories in his head. The man noticed the scared and rattled state of the hybrid and smiled to himself. 

‘ You are really pretty for a hybrid ’ the man said with a smirk on his face. He crouched down to be at the same level as Yoongi’s eyes and licked his lips.

‘ When I saw you at that coffee shop, I knew I needed to have you'  he continued. Yoongi’s nose got attacked by the disgusting scent, the thrill was clear and he knew what was going to happen next. He was so scared, he didn’t want to be there. The man saw the terrified expression on the hybrid’s face and that just turned him on even more. 

‘ Don’t worry, I’ll be quick. Try to enjoy it'  the man said and pulled Yoongi’s hair really hard, making him scream in pain, making the human even more aroused. 

The guy placed himself on top of Yoongi, the hybrid was trying to fight him off, but his mind wasn’t cooperating and his body was frozen. The man started groping him, first his ears and tail, he pulled them hard making Yoongi whine in pain.  Then, he started groping the rest of his body with strong movements, leaving some marks on the panther’s skin.  He reached Yoongi’s pants, with quick hands he undid the button on his jeans and then moved to his own jean’s waistband, trying to open his fly.  

It was a desperate act, he saw the human getting somewhat distracted, trying to undo his pants and Yoongi took the opportunity. He lifted his leg as hard as he could, hitting the disgusting human in the groin. The man started cursing and fell to the side holding his privates with his hands, he started to tear at the pain, but the hybrid was wasting no time.

With shaky legs, he stood up and ran as fast as he could, he reached his building in no time and started punching the elevator button. It felt like an eternity, but he managed to get to his home floor. He barely knew what he was doing, somehow he punched in the correct passcode and ran inside. His head was in overdrive, memories of past abuse kept repeating in his mind and he couldn’t breathe. 

He reached his bathroom, his skin was itching and he couldn’t take off his clothes. He felt dirty, like a layer of filth was covering his body, he got in the shower, and cold water was hitting his skin mercilessly, he grabbed the loofah and started to rub the dirt off, but no matter how hard he rubbed, the filth wasn’t disappearing, he rubbed so hard that his entire body was red from the friction, he didn’t even notice the small scratches he made in his legs and arms, where he rubbed the hardest.  It was through this desperate act to clean himself that he lost consciousness. His mind couldn’t take it anymore and shut down. He fell into the shower floor, cold water hitting his skin and nobody there that could help him up.

It was late when they got home, Jk decided to collect his boyfriends from work. First was Tae, he was at the train station, then the dancers, followed by Mr. Dimples, and lastly, WWH. They filled the van one by one, it was an exhausting day, but those were rare so it was no big deal. When they arrived home they noticed the haphazardly thrown shoes, they were Yoongi’s but it was weird, the panther was known to be careful with his possessions and he never left the shoes like that. Maybe he was in a hurry?

Being too tired to cook anything, Jin ordered some takeout while the rest of the boys went to refresh themselves. He got to Yoongi’s bedroom to let him know they were home, the panther was probably taking a nap. He entered the room and saw the clothes around the place, it was a weird sight, Yoongi was not that messy. He then noticed the open bathroom door and the sound of running water. He moved closer and knocked on the door announcing his presence, but he didn’t get any reply. 

Slowly, he sneaked his head and he almost fainted when he saw Yoongi’s body on the shower floor and the water hitting his skin. He was shocked and scared, he ran back to the bedroom and grabbed Yoongi’s blanket, he got to the shower and closed the faucet, he crouched down and held Yoongi’s limp body. He was breathing heavily and his face was littered with tears. Jin's heart broke right there, he didn’t know what to do, and seeing his boyfriend in such a state scarred him. 

His voice echoed throughout their home, reaching all of the other boy’s rooms. Noticing the high-pitched scream, they all ran to the source of the voice. When they entered the bathroom, they lost it, they fearfully moved toward their boyfriend holding Yoongi but the hybrid was unresponsive. Namjoon was frozen in his place, he’s never seen Yoongi like that, he’s never passed out in front of him and he was simply shocked. 

Joon moved to him, he was lying limp in Jin’s arms, he placed a hand on his arm, trying to provide comfort, but a small whimper of pain left the hybrid’s lips and Namjoon's heart couldn’t take it. Yoongi was in pain and not even Joon could take it away. The human started crying and hyperventilating, something deep inside of his heart shattered, he was in so much pain, he was also scared, it was a fear he never felt before, it consumed all of his mind and soul. He understood then, it wasn’t his pain, it was Yoongi’s, he was able to feel the panther’s emotions and he couldn’t hold it anymore. 

He fell to his knees. Jungkook was fast and held him before his head could hit the ground. He hugged him and lifted him, he gave his boyfriends an understanding nod and took Joon out of the room. Jk gently placed his boyfriend on the master bed and hugged him tightly, trying to comfort him as much as he could. The rest of the boys could help Yoongi. 

When the door opened, Namjoon lifted his head from Kook’s chest and saw Yoongi in Jin's arms. His eldest boyfriend placed the hybrid in Namjoon embrace and helped the other boys around their boyfriend, all of them trying to be careful and gentle. They fell asleep like that, holding close to each other and making sure Yoongi was safe and protected. 

It was two in the morning when Yoongi started to stir awake, he felt extremely warm and his stomach was rumbling, he was hungry and overtired. He tried to lift his body, but two pairs of arms were holding him in place, by the smell of it it was Hobi and Jimin the ones holding him down. Feeling the wiggling, the dancers woke up, and slowly the rest of the boys were opening their eyes too.

They sat up in the huge bed, knowing they had to talk to the panther but not knowing how to start the conversation. Yoongi’s stomach rumbled and Jin laughed at it. He stood up from the bed and offered his hand to the panther, he took it and also got out of the bed. The rest followed like lost puppies. In no time, food was plated and presented to Yoongi and the rest of the entourage was seated on the kitchen island, observing their beautiful boyfriend eat.  Yoongi grew accustomed to the stares his boyfriends gave him, at first it was creepy, but now he could feel the love they have for him.

He took his time eating and before he could finish his food, he got ready to talk.

“I forgot my lunch today” he started, his voice was a soft whisper. The kitchen was in complete silence, waiting for their boyfriend to tell them what happened. 

“After class, I went to the coffee shop, I lost track of time. It was afternoon when I left the place” he said in a dull tone. The boys knew about the coffee shop, they’ve met him there a couple of times and it was clear the panther loved spending his time there. 

“I was almost home, just a block away,” he said. His body shivered at the memory, he recalled how at peace he felt that day, how excited was to go back home and cook for his boyfriends.

Noticing the sudden shivers in the panther, Joon moved closer to him and rubbed his back, the nasty part was near. 

“A guy asked for directions, he said he was trying to reach his friend’s house,” he said and a sarcastic laugh left his lips. The room grew sour, the strong smell of spoiled tangerines filled their noses and they wanted to leave the room. They all scrunched their faces and the panther noticed it. 

“Sorry about that,” he said and lower his head, he was getting anxious again. 

“Don’t worry about it. What happened next?” Hobi encouraged. Yoongi was now comfortable sharing his feelings and emotions and they were not going to toss their progress away just by the foul smell in the room. 

“He showed me his phone and I recognized the address. He was nice and he looked regretful for intercepting me. I just….” the last part was a whisper, almost inaudible. 

“You just wanted to help him” Jimin finished his sentence, at this point they knew how Yoongi reacts to certain situations. Yoongi nodded his head at his boyfriend, confirming his assumption. 

“He seemed kind of lost so I crossed the street to the park’s entrance, he only needed to cross the main road” his heart started to accelerate, as he was saying everything, his head was recreating the scene in his mind. He barely felt the tears in his eyes. 

“He…just…grabbed… me” his voice was a whimper and they all could see the guilt and embarrassment he was feeling. Before Jin could provide comforting words, Yoongi continued.

“He dragged me to the park and he forced himself on me” he spat that sentence, he was angry and sad, he wanted to erase the memory from his head. 

“I couldn’t fight back, I was….my other owners….they were there too” he sobbed and hugged Namjoon tightly, seeking comfort. They knew that it was his past hunting him down, bringing past memories of abuse and mistreatment. 

“I kicked him in the balls” his voice was muffled because it was placed in Joon’s chest, but regardless of that, they all could hear it. Jk moved closer to him and placed his hand on his back. 

“Well done! That piece of shit deserves that and more!” The youngest said while comforting his boyfriend, the rest of the boys, including the hybrid, laughed at the comment. 

“I don’t know how I got home. Everything was blurry, my head hurt, my knees were shaking and I felt so…so….” That last part was the worst, he felt the stranger’s hands on him, he was shivering at the memory and his sobs became louder. 

“You were trying to get it off of you,” Tae said in a soft voice. He understood, back in high school he was once sexually harassed too, and he knew exactly how it feels. The panther looked at him and nodded, knowing that he wasn’t alone in the situation made him feel way better. Jimin held Taehyung close, even if the human had already solved that issue, he wasn’t going to say no to hugs. 

They stayed there, holding Yoongi and giving him endless hugs and nuzzles. They were angry and wanted blood, Jk was even planning on contacting his friend at the police department and tracking down the disgusting piece of shit and making him pay. Hobi saw the mischievous glint in his youngest boyfriend and moved toward him, reminding him that it was Yoongi’s call and they were there to provide comfort, reassurance, and support. 

It was still early in the morning, and the ordeal took a toll on all of them. Understanding the silent conversation, they all went back to sleep, keeping the hybrid close and secure in their arms. Yoongi was still shaken, his mind was processing the day’s events and he wanted to stay up and overthink things, but the gentle reassurance and the soft noises his boyfriends made were enough to pull him into a dreamless slumber. 

Morning came and Yoongi woke up feeling heavy and disorientated. He was surprised to see all of his boyfriends still in bed. It was Friday and some of them had work, he looked at the nightstand clock and saw that it was almost noon. Hobi and Taehyung entered the room and saw the hybrid up. 

“Hey there Yoonie,” Tae said and ran to him, clinging to his boyfriend's torso. Yoongi hated the Yoonie moniker, but he knew his youngest boyfriends loved calling him that, so he didn’t make much fuss about it. 

“What are you doing here?” His voice was deep, raspy, and low. That was one of the things they loved about waking up next to the panther, his morning voice was a turn-on. 

“We are having a chill day. Only junk food, tons of tv, and maybe a cuddle pie?” The sunshine said, the last part was a question, he wasn’t entirely sure if the panther was up for all the touchy hands they do during cuddle piles. 

“Are you sure?” The panther asked in a low whisper, he didn’t want them to stop their lives just because of him. 

“100% sure” the voice of Jimin answered, he was still being held by Jin, but he was pretty much awake. The rest followed in their own time, waking up in the soft and warm cocoon of limbs. They spend the entire weekend like that, except for the junk food part, Jin wasn’t going to allow his boyfriends to eat as unhealthy, so he made sure to order or cook enough food to feed them. 

Even though Yoongi had a bad experience that put him through a serious mental strain, it was the first time in his life that he wasn’t alone during the pain. He was constantly reassured and he felt secure, even if the situation was still lingering in his head, he felt better, he felt softer and safe. He understands why hybrids seek a pack, the bond, reassurance, and safety they provide are monumental and he is sure that without them, he couldn’t have made it this far in his life.

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Yoongi was anxious, his rut is just a month and a half away and he doesn’t know what to do. His boyfriends offered to help him or get him suppressants, and he is overwhelmed. The safe answer is the suppressants, but deep down he wants them to help. 

Ever since they became a thing, he’s been having a hard time trying to suppress his wants, they are really hot and by the sounds they make, they have a lot of stamina. Sometimes he finds himself drooling over his boys, he can hear them getting it at night and the fact that some of them like to sleep nearly naked is becoming a daily struggle. Yoongi knows he wants his boyfriends to help him, and he also knows that his boyfriends want to get intimate with him. 

There is a tiny little problem. The boys won’t initiate anything, they’ve talked with Yoongi about it, and they will never ask him to get intimate if he doesn’t want to. That means, it has to be Yoongi the one asking first, and that terrified him. How do you ask your boyfriends to have sex? How do you know what you are doing is right? How do you know that they like what you are doing?

For the past couple of days, Yoongi’s head has been filled with doubt. He is trying really hard to find answers, but he ends up with more questions than before. He wants them to help during his rut, but he knows he needs to get comfortable first. During his rut he lets his instincts take over and he wants to feel completely safe to let himself go like that, so he wants to have sex before his rut, as a way of getting accustomed to it. It was during his piano lesson when he made up his mind, he was sure he wanted them and he was tired of getting in his own way.

He texted Joon and asked him if he was free to talk to him. He left class early and went straight to his boyfriend's office. He arrived at the familiar place, at this point all the employees at the Editorial knew him, and was let inside without much fuss. The place was a four-story building, the main floor was the store, the second was printing and publishing, the third was marketing and sales and the last one was reading and editing, it was also Namjoon’s office floor.

Yoongi walked through the office door and saw his boyfriend on the phone. As soon as the hybrid entered, the human ended his call and gave his hyung his undivided attention. Namjoon knew how hard it was for Yoongi to open up, therefore when the hybrid asked to talk to him he knew it was important and he was going to give the panther all the attention he needed, even if that meant hanging up on one potential business partner. Yoongi was way more important than him.

Yoongi entered and sat on the couch in the office, he didn’t want to interrupt Namjoon, so he patiently waited, he was picking his nails, a terrible habit that Jin and Hobi have been trying to stop. He was so absorbed in his thoughts that he didn’t notice Namjoon ending his call and seating himself right next to him.

“Is everything okay hyung?” He asked with curiosity, at this point in their relationship Yoongi was barely nervous around him. Watching him picking his nails, head down, and tail in his lap as comfort was definitely wrong, and to be honest, Namjoon was scared something had happened again. The incident at the park was still fresh in everybody’s memory.

“Ah…..yeah, I am fine….just wanted to talk to you about something” the panther answered in a shy voice, trying to avoid the human’s eyes.

“Of course! What is it?” Even if Joon was still hesitant, he gave his boyfriend the warmest smile that he could muster.

“The thing is….I was wondering if….you know…” Yoongi was so nervous and he started rambling, he wasn’t sure how to properly start the conversation.

“Yeah….” The human could see the nervousness and stress in the hybrid. He also knew not to push too much and let the hybrid take his time, they’ll eventually reach whatever topic the panther wanted to address.

“I just….” The hybrid huffed at his own rambling and took a deep breath, Why does it have to be this hard?

“Just blurt it out” Namjoon offered, the hybrid was known for being blunt and maybe that is what he needs to do right now.

“Fine. I’ll just say it” the hybrid conceded, he took another deep breath and looked at Namjoon with serious eyes, to let the man know it wasn’t a joke and he meant it.

“I want you to help me with my rut!” The panther blurted in a hushed sentence, his face was getting warmer by the second and he felt his cheeks flush, his tail started moving in anticipation and his heart was beating so fast that he felt like throwing up.

“You what?…” The human was surprised, it was definitely unexpected. Namjoon saw how flustered Yoongi was getting, clearly a sensitive topic for the hybrid. The human scolded his expressions, he wasn’t going to make it harder for his boyfriend. He also felt proud that Yoongi was so comfortable talking about his rut like that.

“Of course hyung. If that is what you want, I can help you” Namjoon said in a comforting tone of voice. He was geeting excited, after all this time, Yoongi wanted to get intimate with him. He wasn’t going to blow up his chance now by acting like a teenager.

“There is nothing to be ashamed of. It is part of you and I want all of you” the human reassured, he noticed the stress building in his boyfriend’s expression.

Yoongi looked at him with thankful eyes, he was glad that the human reacted as it was another trivial conversation between the two of them.

“Yeah…mmmhhh…I have been thinking and I guess we need to talk about it” the panther said in his shy voice that was only reserved for embarrassing and slightly pervy things.

“Sure. What exactly do you want to ask?” The human offered with a reassuring smile. They were looking at each other. The room was filled with pinewood and tangerines, giving the place a comforting aura and that is what made Yoongi able to keep going with the conversation.

“My rut is due in a month and a half and I want you to help. The thing is…well…I don’t know how” the last part was just a whisper, thankfully Namjoon was close enough to listen to it.

“You don’t know how…?” The human questioned back, he needed Yoongi to tell him what it was, he could piece stuff together, but he didn’t want to get misinterpreted later, especially if it was something so sensitive.

“You know, having sex, I don’t know how” the hybrid said with a little exasperation. He huffed and started scratching his ear, a Yoongi sign that he was getting frustrated with himself. His face was a beautiful crimson and he was feeling shyer by the minute.

“Oh, right. In that case, why don’t we start with, What do you want me to do?” The human retorted, he wanted to make sure Yoongi knew it was his call and Namjoon was going to give as much or as little as the hybrid wanted.

“I know I want you to be with me during my rut, but…” the panther took a deep breath and continued “I don’t know how to start or where and I don’t know what you like or any of that” the hybrid finished. At this point, his face was so warm and red that he could probably get a slight fever.

“Ahh, that, sure, let's talk about it” the human laughed a little, even if he wasn’t going to tease him, he couldn’t prevent himself from laughing at the shy and cute expression of his hyung.

Yoongi’s bashfulness came crashing down, he hid his face with his hands and it was clear he wanted to be anywhere else but there.

“I guess…mmmhhh… when it comes to sex, we are open to trying new stuff” the human started, he was ransacking his head trying to remember how he do stuff with his other boyfriends, “We all like different stuff and it depends with who you are, so…. Yeah….I guess you’ll have to ask the rest about their particular preferences. I can tell you what I like and how it is when we are all together. I can give you a general overview about the others too, but other than that, you’ll have to ask them individually” the human finished, he was also red in the face, strangely he didn’t feel embarrassed or ashamed.

“What do you like?” The hybrid asked bluntly.

“That depends if I am the bottom or the top,” Namjoon said and laughed a little.

Yoongi was surprised, he never thought of Namjoon as the kind to bottom, and he was getting intrigued at the confession, might as well ask.

“You like to bottom?” The question was so innocent and Yoongi’s eyes were so wide in disbelief.

“Yeah, like I said we like trying things out. It really depends on the mood and what we want to do, so yeah. What would you like to do? Top or bottom?” He asked the surprised hybrid.

“I don’t know how to top, so I guess bottom?” Yoongi was still surprised and he was just lost, he never had the chance to choose before and all his previous sexual encounters were forced and that is all he knows.

“You can do whatever you like, however you like it, Yoon. I know that you only know what they taught you, but it is farther from the truth. If you want to take control in bed, you can, if you want to be a pillow princess, you can and you don’t have to feel obligated to any of those” the human assured, he held Yoongi’s hand in a comforting manner. Looks like the conversation was overdue.

“But I thought…you know” Yoongi was having some trouble expressing his thoughts, he was trying to make sense and fight back years of punishments and training.

“You thought what?” Namjoon encouraged him. If they have to stay all afternoon and night in the office till Yoongi gets all his fears resolved, so be it.

“That I am supposed to bottom for humans. I am a hybrid after all” he said in his shy voice, there was also shame in there, he felt so small and insignificant talking like that.

“Well, that is bullshit! Look at me hyung. Let's get things cleared out, okay?” The human said fiercely. The panther looked at him and gave a nod.

“For starters, let's clear the whole bottom and top part. It is common that whenever a relationship is mentioned there is always the assumption of a dominant and a submissive person, but that is not entirely true. It all depends on the relationship and how the people involved decide to live it. Using the term top or bottom it’s an easy way to describe certain things, but in reality, it depends on the relationship and the accords that are settled by those involved in it. Do you know about BDSM?” The human asked in a serious tone, he wasn’t letting Yoongi believe that he has to do all those things if he doesn’t want to.

“Yes, it is taught to us in training. We are the submissive ones” the panther said and a disgusted expression was plastered on his face, it was clear he didn’t like it at all.

“Not all relationships are the BDSM type. For some reason, people simply assume that it has to be like that for everybody, they assume that there is some sort of dominance and submissiveness in every single relationship, but it's farther from the truth. Yes, there is a huge community out there that practices it, however, that is a choice. There is a huge misconception about it too. The first thing about this particular community and its practices is consent and respect. It doesn’t matter which role you are taking, you have to give your consent, that is the cardinal rule. If you don’t consent to any of that, then that is abuse” Namjoon said with his serious voice, it was clear the hybrid has been lied to and he didn’t want their sexual intimacy to start with misunderstandings.

“Are you part of the community?” Yoongi asked in curiosity. He wasn’t sure if he wanted to do stuff like that ever again. It was too traumatic and painful to remember, and thinking that his boyfriends were into it was kind of scary.

“No, we are not. We do stuff that is common in BDSM, however, we don’t consider ourselves as dom/sub, it ain't our cup of tea. Like I said before, it all depends on our moods and how we are feeling. Sometimes, all we want to do is cuddle naked and spend the entire night holding each other close. We define our relationship and what we do with it. Sex can be as wide as you want, and it also can be as narrow, it all depends on what you are looking for” Namjoon said with a reassuring tone.

“For me, there are times when I just want the boys to take care of me, I want them to hold me close and be a pillow princess, but there are other times when I want to take control and be the active person. There are even times when I am not in the mood to do anything. It is similar to the rest of the boys’

'It will be the same for you too. If you want to take the lead and top is up to you, but if you want us to take the helm we'll happily do so. You don’t have to submit and lie pliant just because that is all you know, you can ask for stuff and also stop everything if you don’t like it, whatever you want to do, we’ll find a way". Namjoon stopped for a moment, he observed Yoongi closely, making sure the panther was understanding every word. It was really important for him to know he had a voice in their relationship.

“You are your own person in this relationship and that also includes the sexual part of it. Maybe at first it will be difficult or strange to ask for things, but you’ll get there eventually, and with time, we’ll find what are the things you like and how you like them.” Namjoon was calm and collected, he noticed Yoongi thinking hard, his expression highlighted his feline side and it is really cute to see.

“What are you thinking?” The human asked. Yoongi was feeling shy but not so much anymore, he felt reassured, the things that Joon said really lifted a weight from his shoulders, and his curiosity started to grow.

“Just... you said that you do practice some things… I was just wondering what those were...?” As the words left his mouth his face got red yet again. Namjoon left a hearty laugh at the bashfulness, but he was proud because Yoongi was actually asking and not letting his previous terrible experiences drag him down and away from experiencing.

“As I said, it depends on the person, but we are not into the hard stuff, we all suckers for soft and loving sex,” he said with a warm smile plastered on his face.

“I think Jimin, Kook, and Hobi are the kinkiest ones, but they are extremely respectful and never do anything without asking first. Out of all of us, Jimin is the only one who likes to get spanked, but even then, it is light, and not all of us are into spanking, so Jiminie knows who to ask if he feels like it” Namjoon revealed. Yoongi nodded slightly, he was kind of surprised, he wasn't expecting soft and cute Jimin to be one of the kinkiest, but overall, he felt secure, knowing that either of them was going to do something without asking first was calming.

“Kook and Hobi are into light bondage, mainly getting their hands and legs tied, and again, they usually go to each other for those things because the rest of us aren’t really much into it. Of course, there are times when we can indulge them, but if they want to go full-on, they tend to go to the boyfriend they know will give them exactly what they want.” Yoongi started to take mental notes, he'll need those in the future. 

“Would you like to try any of those?” Namjoon asked earnestly. He stood up and went to his desk and grabbed a paper and a pen, it was time to get some ground rules.

“No, I don’t think so,” Yoongi answered truthfully. All previous embarrassment gone, he felt secure to talk about it, and he wanted to set some rules too. It gave him peace knowing that they knew exactly what to stir away from.

“Is it something you would like to try or is it a big no-no? I’ll write three lists, the first one are the things that you are comfortable doing, the second one are the things that are prohibited and under any circumstance will be done and the third are things you want to give them a go, but not yet. These can be changed and rearranged in the future if you want, they are only a guide to know what is okay to do and what isn’t. Is that okay with you?” Namjoon asked while folding the paper in three. Yoongi nodded.

“I don’t want to get tied up, not now, not ever, I don’t like it,” he said. He’s been chained in the past and it is a traumatic experience, the human gave a curt nod and wrote it down.

“So no tying up. How about spanking, I think it is the same as tying up, am I correct?” Namjoon knows that Yoongi will stay away from anything that can trigger his past trauma, but he needs to be sure.

“Yeah, not a fan of pain” the panther confirmed and the human wrote it down.

“Okay, What else?” Namjoon asked and looked at the panther. Yoongi's head was blank, and his eyes showed how lost he truly was.

“Don’t know what else there is” Yoongi shrugged his shoulders, he is new to this world.

“Okay, I can tell you what the others and I like and you can choose. Tae, Jimin, and Kook have a praise thing, they like to be called pretty names during sex and get constantly praised, it is how they feel loved and all of us love to call them pretty things. The rest of us like it too, but not as much as them. Would you like that too?” Namjoon asks, and he notices how Yoongi’s face flushes, he sees the small nod and writes it down on the proper list. Even though they have been dating for some months now, Yoongi still gets flustered whenever they call him something nice or pretty, he was never praised like that in the past and he is getting used to it.

“Any of us is into degrading, that is actually a big no-no for us,” Namjoon said, remembering the rules the boys have created throughout the years.

“What is that?” Yoongi knew he wasn’t going to like it, the name alone was a dead giveaway, but he wasn't sure so he has to ask.

“Well, there are people who like to be degraded in some way, they like to be called certain names during sex, usually to make them feel smaller or insignificant. That includes degrading names and sometimes a bit of aggression. Again it is a choice and everybody's free to do as they please, but either of us is into that particular practice. I guess we all are suckers for praise and pampers” Namjoon laughed at it. It was true, all his boyfriends loved to be pampered and cared for. Loving words and soft touches were a must, even outside of their sexual life.

“Is that an actual thing?!” Yoongi was surprised, he would never have thought that people like to be treated like that.

“Yes, it is. There are many kinks and quirks, some sound kind of wild, but everyone is free to practice them and we don't judge. Just because others live their intimacy like that doesn't mean you have to do so" Joon assured him and gave his famous dimple smile. Yoongi was surprised, he was trying to wrap his mind around the fact that there are people who like to do stuff like that, but nevertheless, he's never been a judgemental person.

“No, I don’t want that either. I’ve been degraded enough in my life” the panther said with determination, he’s been mistreated enough already and he wasn’t going to repeat it any time soon. Joon simply nodded, of course, Yoongi wasn’t going to like the degrading stuff.

“Jin likes shower sex, I like that too actually. The shower in the master bedroom is bigger for that precise reason, the bench was added after some unfortunate events last year” he said and laughed a little. Yoongi was shocked, he didn’t know shower sex was a thing and he was intrigued so he decided to add it to the will try. It sounds fun.

“There is another thing you must know. Having sex not always means penetration, sometimes you are a little horny or needy and all you need is a blowjob or a handjob to blow off some steam. We are comfortable with giving them and receiving them. Would you like to add it to the list?” Namjoon said and waited for the answer, he saw the panther’s thinking face and saw his conflict. It was clear that Yoongi had some reservations about that particular thing, he had a mild idea of what it was, and watching the panther struggling with himself was sad, so he decided to intervene.

“You can choose to only give or only take, we won’t get mad with you. Tae was in that conflict too at the beginning, he loved to get blowjobs but he wasn’t so sure about giving them, he felt so guilty because he thought he wasn’t reciprocating accordingly and one time he forced himself to do so, he pushed himself too much, and the entire experience was a little traumatic for those involved. After talking and reassuring him that it was okay not to feel comfortable giving a blowjob he finally let go of his fears. After a while, when he was ready and got confidence in himself, he started giving blowjobs, and now, he is probably the to-go option for those” Namjoon confessed with a laugh, he remembers how hard it was for his TaeTae, the poor boy had a mental breakdown after it and it took them some months for him to be comfortable again. Now the second youngest is proud of his skills, and he loves to brag about them.

“I think it will be the same for me, I was always the one giving them and I’m not so sure if I want to go on my knees again” the panther confessed in his low voice. Namjoon felt so sad, he knew his boyfriend suffered abuse, and thinking of people forcing him to do stuff like that made him angry. Even if Yoongi has a strong presence and he can shift into a literal panther, he was also constantly punished and forced to do things he didn't want to; sometimes the boys forget that the hybrid was a victim of abuse.

Strangely, Namjoon was also excited, Yoongi was asking and sharing his likes and wants, he was asking an allowing his curiosity to show, he wanted to learn and join, and having this conversation will help build a strong and healthy relationship inside and outside the bedroom.

“Okay. How do you feel about toys?” The human was trying to cover all the bases, he knew they weren’t going to cover all of it that afternoon, but the main ones could be discussed and with time and practice, they’ll find exactly what Yoongi prefers and how he likes it. They have all the time in the world to do so.

“I don’t know. I know some of my previous owners used them, but they never used them on me, they said I was the toy, so... I don’t know how they work” the panther said, at this point, he was hardly embarrassed and he couldn’t be bothered to care about it, he was finally asking and the best part was that Joon never judge him for his lack of knowledge, he answered honestly and with such empathy that the panther felt safe to keep asking.

“Well, it depends on what you are doing. Some toys are great during foreplay, we have those and we use them from time to time, especially if we are all together, when you are in a relationship with more than one person it can be a little tiring to keep everybody turned on for long periods of time. We usually stay with the basics, if you want I can show them to you when we get home, we all have favorites and again, we’ll use them depending on the mood. You don’t have to give them a go at the beginning, however, they are quite helpful if you want to try something out first by yourself” the human assured. Yoongi thought about it for a moment and told Namjoon to add them to the will try list. He had a mild idea about toys and he was intrigued by them, and if he could use them by himself first was actually a reassuring idea. 

“Very well, let me think…” Namjoon said and stopped for a moment, he was trying to think of another common practice between them, and after a couple of seconds, he remembered something else.

“Jin, Hobi, and myself like edging, in both ways, whether it is edging other people or being edge ourselves. The maknaes are a little impatient for that and they stir away from it, they like constant gratification and when you have more than one boyfriend is easy to get it constantly” He said with his warm tone, he was so in love that he barely noticed the delicious pinewood he was exuding, talking about his lovers made him soft and now adding Yoongi to that conversation was even better.

“I don’t know what that is,” the panther confessed with a sad tone. At the beginning of the conversation he felt stupid for not knowing anything, but at this point, he was more curious than ashamed.

“It is a practice that requires self-control and a little dominance. As the name says, it means taking someone to the edge, just before you can fully release and orgasm, you stop, that builds tension, and when you finally reach your climax it is more gratifying because of all the build-up tension. This takes time to do and learn, especially because you need to learn about your body’s own limits and reactions. Once you get there it is quite entertaining and fun” Namjoon said and laughed a little. When Jin, Hobi, and himself started doing it, they got into a couple of misunderstandings and it took them some talking, some tears, and a night filled with alcohol to finally reach a balance between them. It was quite gratifying and they will indulge some other night to do it, but even then, they prefer to have their youngest too, it is better when it is all of them together.

“What happens if you fail? If you can control it?” Yoongi was curious. He remembers stuff from back in the training, about not being able to fulfill your duties or not doing it properly and getting a punishment because of it. He wasn’t sure if he wanted to try out if there was a punishment involved.

“What do you mean? You can’t really know what you want or if you want it unless you try and that also means you’ll screw up a little bit” Joon said reassuringly, but a quick glance at the hybrid was enough to know that is not what the panther meant.

“You know…punishments,” Yoongi said in his shy voice, everything they talked about so far seemed exciting and great, but now that he remembered there were punishments too he wasn’t as excited. Yoongi's stress was starting to creep up, he forgot about that particular part, and now that he remembered he isn't sure if he is ready to get intimate with them.

“Ahhh…that. Another misconception. In BDSM relationships a punishment-reward system is commonly used, again all of these are consensual and the people involved talk about what they are comfortable doing and what they are not; it is part of the dynamic and one of the things people seek when getting into these types of relationships." Namjoon started his explanation.

"As I said, there are a lot of misconceptions about it. People tend to think that being in a relationship requires someone to be dominant and another a submissive, and therefore there is a reward if you do it properly and a punishment if you fail; if you like that, go for it, and you are free to do so. But it doesn’t have to be like that for everybody. For us, whenever someone wants to try something new or specific we talk it through before, never in the middle of sex and if things don’t work out, we talk again and find a solution. If you want to try out something, we’ll do it. You don’t have to be an expert the first time and with practice, you’ll find your rhythm and preferences. Punishments are not a thing for us because we are not in that kind of relationship.'

‘For example, bondage, spanking, edging, toys, and even foreplay are often used in BDSM as a form of punishment, but just because they are commonly practiced in that way it doesn’t mean that they cannot be adapted." It was clear that Yoongi was scared of getting hurt, he spend a big portion of his life thinking that he only existed to please and feel pain, but now it is time to show him that it doesn't have to be like that at all.

"Take Jimin, even if he is into spanking he doesn’t do it as a punishment, he finds sexual pleasure in it and that is why he chooses to do it, and we never use it to get back at him or something of the sorts, he likes it and that is perfectly fine.'

"Or Hobi and Kook, even if they like to be restrained to a certain degree, it is never as a form of disciplining or anything like that, it is all in good fun, and they know their limits, they know how far are they willing to go and they stop when it is too much. Hobi nor Kook will ever engage in bondage if the other person does not feel like it.'

"There is also Tae and Jin, they like to be blindfolded, especially during foreplay, we don’t mind it at all and they seem to enjoy it a lot, and again, we never blindfolded them as a form of discipline or punishment, we do it because they enjoy it and we like to please them.'

"It is similar with edging, whenever we do it is because we are feeling like it and there have been a couple of occasions where we had to stop because it was too much, and that is okay. The things we choose to do regarding sex are mainly because we like them and we know that it is okay to like them. Like I said earlier, we are not in that kind of relationship, you don’t have to worry, we’ll never do anything with the intent of punishing. Sex is fun, messy, sometimes awkward, and rewarding and we love to indulge ourselves.” Namjoon said with determination. He couldn’t imagine how hard it was for Yoongi, spending all those years thinking his body wasn’t his and the only reason for his existence was to please others and take the pain. Yoongi will never be forced into something so vile, not anymore. Namjoon will make sure to fulfill that promise.

“When we started dating we had a similar conversation as the one we are having now. Back then, we shared our own doubts and wants, after some trials and errors we found the things that we like, and we built a dynamic. It also helped us to learn about our limits and the things we were not willing to even try. Let me tell you, when we were discovering our own kinks and preferences we did try BDSM and the whole dominant and submissive thing, and even the punishments, but it simply didn’t work for us. We are suckers for constant gratification, and one of the biggest perks of being in a polyamorous relationship is that you can get it as much as you want, as constant as you want with no reservations, no conditions, or anything of the sorts.” Namjoon felt so comfortable talking about it, after three years of relationship they’ve created a dynamic and they all feel safe in it, they know they can ask for anything they want, and they know they don’t have to like the same things and there is nothing wrong with asking for the things you like. Now Yoongi will be able to do it too.

“You don’t have to worry about it, you won’t be judged, you won’t be forced, you won’t be punished for anything. It is your decision how to live your sexual life and how much control you want to give us, at the end of the day, you get to say what you like, how you like it, and when you like it. Got it?” Namjoon put a huge emphasis on it. Yoongi needs to understand that sex is fun and rewarding and that all the previous misconceptions and experiences were not the real thing. He now has six loving boyfriends that will show him how much his body can actually experience and how great he can feel.

“Okay, I got it, '' the hybrid assured, his previous fear gone and he is now excited to try stuff. He felt so relieved to learn that there were no punishments and he wasn’t going to get beaten or forced into anything. After hearing how their sex life is, he wants to try it out. He maybe got a little aroused at the prospect of it.

“Look, there are a lot of other things that we do and we don’t do and with time you’ll discover all of them, don’t worry, we’ll walk you through it and you’ll be safe and sound. However, there are some things you must know that are a huge no-no for us, okay?” Namjoon said with a serious tone. It was important for Yoongi to know what things were never going to be done in the intimacy and that will also give him some reassurance that what he is doing is actually okay. Yoongi nodded.

“Okay, that is one thing. Because we are starting to get intimate, for the firsts times we’ll need verbal confirmation, just to make sure that you are on board with everything we are doing. With time you’ll learn to read our body language and we’ll do the same, but in the meantime, verbal confirmation, is that okay?” He asked, hoping the hybrid understood the implications of it.

“Yes, I get it. I think it will also give me some reassurance to do so” the hybrid confessed, he wanted to feel completely safe. He trusted his boyfriends with all his heart, but having an extra layer of reassurance is always welcomed.

“Perfect! Another thing, similar to degrading, we don’t like possessive or dominating terms or gestures; such as mister, sir, master, or any of those. That also includes extremely jealous behavior, stalking, manipulating, or shaming others. I know it sounds incredible, but some people like that kind of stuff and that is a personal decision. They are actually a big turn-off for us if I am being completely honest with you. We prefer the kinder and softer side of sex.” Namjoon said with a slight frown. Saying that brought back some unpleasant memories.

Jin had a really possessive boyfriend in the past, the guy controlled every single thing he did, and whenever Jin confronted him the man exploted. Jinnie ended everything when his ex hit him for being late one afternoon. Even after he started dating Namjoon, he still had issues with everything he went through, eventually, they managed, but even now, Jin hates to be treated like someone inferior.  

Jungkook was also in a complicated relationship, his ex was five years older than him and the douchebag pretty much groomed him since high school. Kook felt compelled to be his boyfriend and the guy was a piece of shit, he was extremely violent and he gave the younger some bruises during their relationship. Kookie tried to leave him a couple of times, but the man was insistent and a stalker. In the end, he was sent to prison for drug trafficking and the younger was finally freed from him. Thankfully, a year or so after him, he met his boyfriends while working as a waiter.

Yoongi knew about it, after he told them about his past, they did the same and that is why he feels so protective over his boys. Knowing they had some harsh past experiences help them bond. 

“Got it, I don’t like those either,” the panther said with a smile, he was happy that his preferences matched with his boyfriends. Like they were meant to be.

“Consent is an unbreakable rule, of course. That applies at any given moment, if you want to stop you just have to say it and that’s it, it simply stops, no questions asked, no resentment, and lots of love. It goes both ways.” Namjoon said. He knew Yoongi wasn’t going to have problems with this particular rule, after all, he’s always being so considerate and a sweetheart, never going over anybody's limits.

“Okay” the panther simply said, he never doubted the boys to force him into something he didn’t want, but the fact that it was an established rule helped with some of his insecurities.

“mmmhhhh… I know! Sex in the master bedroom only applies if we are all together, that includes you too. Because we all sleep in the same room, not everybody is up to having sex all the time, therefore, if it’s only some of us, will do it in one of the individual bedrooms. I don’t know if you know this but, having sex in the same room when others are not willingly participating is a form of abuse too” Namjoon said as a matter of fact. Yoongi was surprised at this. He can remember several times when previous owners forced him to watch others having sex in front of him and he always felt wrong.

“I didn’t know it.” The hybrid confessed. Namjoon was having a hard time trying to phantom all those years of abuse, he used all of his willpower to avoid getting angry, it wasn't the time and he could rant later. Thinking about how Yoongi is an extraordinary person, even after everything he went through, helped him to continue his explanations without getting triggered again.

“Yes, like I said, consent is crucial and if you don’t feel like participating and people do it in front of you is wrong because you are not giving consent. Unless you want to watch, that is another common thing, some of us like to simply watch the others making out and getting into it, but that is discussed among the participants, got it?” Namjoon said with a smirk. It is a big turn-on to watch your sexy boyfriends making out too.

“Got it. No sex in the master bedroom if we are not the seven together” he said to confirm that he got it right.

“Aftercare! I almost forgot” Joon squeaked out, startling Yoongi a bit.

“Aftercare? What is that?” The panther was confused, he tiled his head to the side in clear confusion. It was a new concept and he was excited to learn more. Namjoon’s eyes grew wide, he had to remind himself that his boyfriend was abused in the past, and of course, the aftercare was never given to him. He sighed in sadness.

“Well, aftercare is exactly that, after sex, it is nice to get cleaned up and pampered. It varies on how tired you are after it or how extenuating it was. It goes from cleaning each other up to getting into the bath and having a cuddle session after. Sometimes it also means getting a late-night snack and some naked cuddling. Basically, it’s taking care after sex, it also helps strengthen the relationship. We all love aftercare, sometimes even more so than sex itself, so yeah, get ready for tons of hugs, cuddles, and koala bears afterward. Jimin, Jin, and Tae are the ones that provide the best aftercare, they are really affectionate people and it helps them feel closer.” The human said, he felt soft at the prospect of having the grumpy and sassy panther swaddled by them.

“Can scenting be considered aftercare?” Yoongi asked in a whisper, he wasn’t sure if that could also be added to the list. He felt reassured and calm whenever he could scent his lovers and by the sound of it, aftercare felt like that.

“Of course, we love getting scented by you and for what you’ve told me, it helps you to feel closer and loved, so yeah, scenting can be added to the aftercare list. I know a couple of boys who will deeply enjoy it” Joon said with confidence. Secretly, all of the boys were suckers for getting scented, it was going to be a treat getting scented after sex. The panther flushed at the confession, he was excited to do so.

“As I said, we are not going to cover all the bases today and it is getting late, but I think there is something we should discuss before we leave,” Joon said, breaking the small silence that was starting to form.

“Sure, what thing?” The panther was excited and a little impatient, he’s been waiting for so long and now that he knows what to expect, he can’t help himself getting giddy at the thought of having sex with his boyfriends.

“We’ve discussed the things you are willing to try and the ones you won’t do, but I want to talk about yourself. For example, your ears, and tail, can we touch them? Or your hair, or which part you are not comfortable letting us touch? Those kinds of things, just to be sure and avoid future misunderstandings” the human explained. Yoongi gave it a thought and finally answered

“My ears and tail, I like when you pet them, so it is okay to do that, but no pinching or pulling, that hurts. The same goes for my hair, I don’t like when people pull my hair. At this moment I can’t think of any other” the hybrid said truthfully, he didn’t know if there were other things, he’ll have to figure it out.

“Okay, that is understandable, I’ll add it to the list. Last thing…” Namjoon said while writing on the paper, “We know that this is new for you and we’ve come to the conclusion that it is better to go one by one, we don’t want to overwhelm you and we think it is better if you get your chance with each of us individually. You don’t have to worry, we won’t get mad if you don’t feel like getting all of us together at the same time, that takes time and we won’t pressure you, Okay? You don’t have to feel bad if you have sex with one of us and decide to wait a little bit to do it with the other, it is fine, we want you to enjoy it too as much as we do, and to do that, you need to get your own rhythm” Namjoon said in his serene and comforting voice, just so the panther understood that they were moving at his pace.

“Okay, I think that is best too. I don’t think I can bear being with all of you at the same time, it would be too much” Yoongi confessed and after a long conversation, his shyness came back.

“Great, it is late and we should get home, today is Jin's day off and he will be pissed if we are late for dinner,” the human said and laughed. The panther laughed too, he could imagine his eldest boyfriend's scolding gaze, pink spatula in hand, and narrow accusatory eyes. It was funny watching him like that, but the man was serious whenever some of his boyfriends didn’t eat at the appropriate time.

Namjoon organized some papers and got his jacket while Yoongi waited for him on the couch, a little pensive, his mind filled with new information. The panther was taken off his trance when Namjoon held his hands and pulled him towards him, embracing him and planting a soft kiss on his lips. The panther smiled into the kiss and gladly returned it.

“When do you want us to help you?” The human asked, not letting go of his lover.

“I want to try out before my rut, I want to know what to expect” the hybrid confessed, a soft pink hue dusting his cheeks.

“That’s smart, whoever you choose, let us know,” Namjoon said, kissing Yoongi’s lips once more.

“Don’t act all humble and all mighty, you know I want you to be first” the hybrid retorted with sassiness, at this point in their relationship, it was a given that Yoongi will do everything first with Joon.

“Just wanted to be sure” the human defended himself, he loved being Yoongi’s first.

“About the others, I’ll think about it,” Yoongi confirmed.

“Very well, you don’t have to rush, whenever you are ready. Just, for the love of the God I don't believe in, don’t become like Hobi and Jimin and start having sex around the house” the human blurted in exasperation, the panther cackled at his exasperated boyfriend.

“What do you mean?” He asked between laughs, he wasn’t expecting that comment.

“Before you moved in, Hobi and Jimin loved trying out different surfaces on the house, at this point, the only place they haven’t christened is your room, and that is because you moved in before they could get to it,” the human said and burrowed his brows, he still has a clear image of them fucking really loud inside his greenhouse. What a terrible day it was for his precious plants.

Yoongi laughed and detached himself from the human, it was time to get back home, the mention of Jin’s food made him hungry and he didn’t want to waste any more time talking.

They left Namjoon’s office, the human was pleased with himself, he was able to talk things with the hybrid and ease some of his doubts, he was also excited, having such a particular conversation with Yoongi meant that the hybrid was ready to get intimate; Namjoon felt smug, knowing he was the panther first was really an intoxicating thing, but he deserves it, after all, he is the one waiting the longest.

Yoongi was also excited, he’s been waiting a long time to get to this part of their relationship. He had doubts and he was scared, for him, sex has always been a scarring experience but now that he knows how his boyfriends do stuff, he can’t wait to get to it too.

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After the conversation with Yoongi, Namjoon sat everybody in the living room and showed them the list he made with Yoongi. The panther was so embarrassed, but it was quickly replaced with reassurance, none of the boys laughed or judged, they asked their own questions and agreed to the panther's limits. The boys were excited at the news, they had all been wanting to get intimate with their boyfriend, and knowing that he was starting to consider having sex was exciting. They were aware that the panther was going to start slow and one at a time, there was also the possibility that not all of them were going to help the panther with his rut, but it was fine, they wanted to make Yoongi feel safe and there is always the next rut.

Even if Yoongi was still shy and a little flustered to share his doubts, he wasn’t embarrassed, after learning how his boyfriends lived their sexual life, he was ready to join them too. He decided to shut up his brain and let his desires guide him, he decided he need all of his boyfriends during his rut, and he was having sex with them before it, he was making sure of it.

It was a lazy afternoon, just a couple of days after their conversation. The weather was a little cold but overall, nice. Jin was having an exclusive dinner with some colleagues, Jimin and Tae went to a party with their high school friends, Jk had a marathon at his friend’s house and Hobi was invited to Busan to give a dance seminar. That meant that Namjoon and Yoongi had the place for themselves. They decided to watch a movie, after all, it was a lazy afternoon and that meant tons of take-out and tv.

They were in the living room cuddling and watching a movie. Not dwelling too much on how to start, Yoongi decided to take the safest road, so he sat on Joon’s lap and started scenting him. At this point in their relationship, all the boys were adjusted to Yoongi’s thorough scenting sessions. 

Joon didn’t faze a bit when the panther sat on his legs, he simply readjusted himself to be more comfortable, he held his boyfriend in his arms and moved his neck to the side to give him free pass to do as he pleased. It was a typical scenting, it started with Yoongi nuzzling his neck from side to side, placing his scent on the human, and his hands started to roam the human’s arms and torso. Joon would indulge Yoongi by doing the same, moving his arms all over him to leave the beautiful pinewood on him.

It was like that for some time, Yoongi loved to be scented by Joon, it gave him mental clarity, and the majority of the time, he couldn’t stop himself from purring. This time it was no exception, it felt so nice. As he was moving his hands and face, he started feeling a burning sensation in his lower abdomen, it wasn’t painful but it ignited something inside him. He smelled the arousal in his scent and he flushed, but somehow, he wasn’t embarrassed, it felt right and he decided to let himself go and enjoy the moment. He gave his instincts the helm and his body simply started to lead him into it.

He moved closer to Joon and connected their lips. At first, it was a soft kiss, it wasn’t heated or rushed, he felt his boyfriend's lips moving ins sync with his own. As the kiss became more heated and their breathing more straggled, Joon let himself go, not completely in case Yoon decided to stop, but the panther had no intentions to stop, he was ready to go all the way.

The kiss became passionate and Joon licked Yoongi’s bottom lip, the hybrid sighed at the action and that gave Namjoon full access to his mouth. He kissed the hybrid with hunger. His hands started to roam through Yoon’s back, it wasn’t the soothing caress he always provided, this time it was desperate and more intense, and the touch was insistent and firm.

Deciding to take the next step, Yoongi started rocking his hips, the sudden moan that Namjoon released only encourage the hybrid more. An instinctual part of him awoke at the situation. He kissed his boyfriend harder all the while he moved his hips with more determination, making sure to press his body down on Joon’s groin.

The human was excited and similar to Yoongi, he let his instincts take over, his hands moved under the panther’s shirt, and started caressing the soft skin. He could feel the faded scars on his torso from the abuse he went through, being extremely careful and not pressing too hard over them. His hands were warm and that only helped to arouse Yoongi more, he wanted more, he wanted to touch Joon like that too.

He moved away, breaking the kiss. At the sudden stop, Namjoon stopped his ministrations in an instant, he looked at the panther with scared eyes, the last thing he wanted was to overstep Yoongi’s limits. But what he saw turned him on even more, it was a look he has never seen in the panther before.

Yoongi’s eyes were dark, he looked determined and aroused, and the way his lower body was moving make him look even better. Without words, Yoongi moved his hands to Namjoon’s shirt and lifted it, the human followed the silent commands and allowed the hybrid to expose his chest. Yoongi’s breath caught in his throat, he’s seen Joon shirtless before. Heck! He has even slept on top of his chest, but this time it was different, this time he couldn’t stop looking, the man below him was sexy as fuck and he couldn’t stop staring.

Namjoon was entranced with the hybrid, he looked so good on top of him, and he could feel his pants getting tighter and his heart beating faster. He locked eyes with Yoongi, the panther gave him a simple nod and Joon removed his shirt too. It was a beautiful canvas, the soft pale skin, the slightly marked abs, but overall, the look in the panther made the entire scene so erotic.

Namjoon closed the gap between them, he connected their lips in a passionate kiss. The panther melted into the kiss, and he felt the human’s hands roaming around his torso, the touch was turning him on little by little, and that only made him rock his hips with more determination, he could feel the bulge under him.

They separated to regain their breath, it was a heated make-out session and it was clear the hybrid wanted more, but Namjoon wasn’t budging, he needed verbal consent to keep going. He wasn’t going to go farther without it.

“Are you sure?” His voice was breathy, he was panting; after the intense kiss, he was breathless.

“Yes, I want you,” the hybrid said, he wasn’t embarrassed or coy, he was sure he wanted Namjoon in every possible way and he was ready to do so. He gave the human the most beautiful gummy smile and nodded again, just to reaffirm his decision.

“I want you too Yoon” Namjoon was excited. He has imagined several times how would it be to get intimate with him, and now it was real. Before letting his arousal roam free, there were some points that needed to be addressed.

“You can stop whenever you like, okay?” The human said. Yoongi simply nodded at the statement, but Joon wasn’t having it.

“Babe, if we are doing this, I need you to tell me. I won’t do anything if you don’t say it” Joon made a lot of emphasis on it, it was paramount for Yoongi to express his wants and needs.

“Yes, I know” the hybrid confirmed. He felt his face flush and he tried to hide it, but Namjoon was faster and held his cheeks and caressed the soft skin, marveling at the amazing sight his boyfriend was.

“You are really handsome,” the younger said. Yoongi was still getting used to the easy praise and the comment only made him blush harder. Not wanting to give Yoongi a hard time, Namjoon decided to keep going.

“So… Is this what you want to do?” He asked with a mischievous glint in his eyes, he loved the panther, and seeing him getting flustered was a turn-on. Yoongi looked at him with serious eyes, he was known for telling things straightforward, and this time it was no exception.

“I want to have sex with you,” the panther said confidently and Namjoon almost choked at the blunt answer. He took a deep breath and regain his composure.

“That can be arranged. Do you want me to take control?” Namjoon offered, after the conversation they had, it was clear that Yoongi was still figuring things out, and he wanted to give him the opportunity to choose.

“Yes. I don’t know where to start, I trust you and I want to be with you in every possible way. I need you to tell me what to do because I don’t know how” the hybrid said with a soft voice. Hearing that boosted Joon's confidence, he also saw the determination in the panther’s eyes and he knew he was ready to go all the way.

“Very well, we can start with the most basic stuff” he answered and a huge dimpled smile appeared on his face.

“What is that?” The hybrid asked with curiosity.

“Let’s move to the bedroom, is better that way” not wanting for the panther’s answer, he secure his arms around Yoongi’s thighs and lift him up; the panther squeaked at the sudden movement and held tight to Namjoon’s neck.

Namjoon kissed him all the way to his bedroom, Yoongi was excited and his arousal just grew at the simplicity of the situation. Namjoon gave him that sense of security and comfort and he was able to let his instincts lead him. They arrived at Joon’s room, Yoongi loved the place, it was filled with his scent and that only made him more relaxed.

Without hesitation, he was placed on top of the bed, he lay there comfortably and before he could completely process the entire situation, the human was on top of him, claiming his lips once again.

Another heated make-out session started, his time they felt their hands roaming around their bodies. Namjoon wanted Yoongi to be completely relaxed, it was easier for him, but Yoongi wanted him to go faster, he never felt this good in his life and he couldn’t get enough of his boyfriend’s touches.

Sensing the desperation in the hybrid, Joon left a hearty laugh and stopped the kissing. He lifted himself to look at the hybrid with lewd eyes.

“Patience baby,” he said and laughed again. Oh, surprise! He notice something that he missed before, as soon as the baby left his lips, he saw the blush in the boy and an idea popped into his head. Apparently, the hybrid shared some similarities with his youngest boyfriends.

“Yoon, are so beautiful baby,” he said and watched Yoongi intently, he saw his cheeks getting redder and couldn’t avoid the rush he felt at the discovery.

“You definitely love to be praised,” Namjoon said delightedly, he’ll have a feast praising his boyfriend. Yoongi’s cheeks dusted pink and he tried to hide his face in his hands, but Joon looked him in the eyes with the most loving gaze.

“Don’t worry baby, I can praise you all night” Namjoon said and moved closer to the hybrid again, claiming his lips and restarting the heated session.

After some minutes, they broke the kiss to regain their breaths, Yoongi was a little dazed, he’s never been kissed like that and he was aching for more. He was about to ask Joon for another kiss but he was interrupted.

“Do you like me to be on top of you or would you like to be on top?” The human asked in his soft voice. They needed to find out Yoongi’s preferences. The panther thought for a moment, and feeling comfortable he answered.

“This is okay,” he said confidently and gave a small smile.

“Perfect! How do you feel about hickies?” The human asked, he was about to leave a love mark but he stopped himself in time.

“What are those?” Yoongi heard of them but he wasn’t sure what they were.

“It is a small bruise, it is common to leave them when kissing and making out, it happens when things get heated, it is kind of erotic” the human explained, he saw the confused expression in Yoongi. 

He took his right wrist and guided it to his mouth, he started kissing it, scenting it with soft touches, and he slowly started sucking the skin, leaving a small bruise. The panther watch intently, trying to figure out if he was liking it. Joon showed him his wrist and explained.

“That is a hickey, it doesn’t feel as good in the wrists, but that is basically it. They can be placed anywhere and they fade in a couple of days. It is up to you, baby” he said to the hybrid.

“Okay, I think is fine” Yoongi didn’t feel pain and if Joon is asking is probably part of it, so he is willing to try.

Having the verbal confirmation, Namjoon moved his lips to Yoongi’s neck, and he started kissing the skin, he felt Yoongi tense at the sensation and the little moan, after some more kisses he sucked at the soft skin, not too much just to leave a small mark and looked back at Yoongi. It was clear the panther was excited, he smile in confirmation and the delicious smell of tangerines engulfed the human.

Namjoon wasted no time and started leaving open-mouthed kisses and some hickies on his way. Yoongi was loving it, the soft hands caressing his chest, the lips on his skin, and the intoxicating pinewood were simply perfect. He never felt so aroused and loved before, he felt his body igniting and he wanted more. He needed more.

He flinched at the sudden pinch on his nipple, it was so unexpected but it wasn’t painful. He looked at Namjoon and the human was already looking back.

“Is this okay?” Joon asked and pinched the pink bud once more. Yoongi moaned at the sudden sensation and flushed hard.

“Yes” that was the only thing he could muster, the feeling was great and it only became better when he felt his boyfriend’s lips lapping at the sensitive spot. Namjoon placed his mouth on one nipple and use his hand to caress the other, he was surprised when he felt Yoongi’s hands in his head, he felt him squirm under him, and by the slight pull in his hair, he knew the hybrid was enjoying it.

After some minutes he trade places and gave the other bud the same treatment. Yoongi was more than excited and he noticed a slight change in his scent, it was tangerines and amber but this time it was super sweet, he’s never smelled so sweet before.

Namjoon got assaulted with the scent too, he looked at Yoongi and something inside him grew, it was almost possessive and primitive, he wanted to hold the hybrid and never let go, he also felt his own bulge growing fast and his arousal was high. He saw Yoongi looking away and knowing him he asked.

“What was that?” His voice came out like a growl, he was trying to contain the sudden lust that engulfed him.

“Pheromones. When hybrids get aroused, we release some pheromones. Why do you think humans love to have sex with us?” The panther explained, even if he was a little flustered, he was also proud, seeing Joon so aroused and horny only made him horny.

“Oh baby, I like that, let's see if we can get more of it,” the human said and kissed the hybrid mercilessly.

The temperature was rising, both of them were having trouble breathing and the sweet scent was just making everything better.

Joon heard the whimper, he saw Yoongi and also realized he’s been ignoring the clear bulge in his boyfriend's pants. He moved back and sat in Yoongi’s legs and moved his hands to the panther’s pants.

“Can I take them off?” He asked and pointed to the pants. Yoongi was no longer embarrassed, he wanted Namjoon and the pants were on the way.

“Yes, yours too,” he said. He was comfortable enough to ask Namjoon to take his bottoms too. The human was more than happy to oblige, he stood up and removed them, he then moved his hands to Yoongi’s pants, the panther lifted his hips and both his pants and boxers were gone in a second.

Oddly enough, it wasn’t embarrassing or awkward, he felt so content and aroused to care about the fact that he was completely naked in front of Namjoon. The human was drooling, his boyfriend was beautiful, and the soft and milky skin was beautiful. A clear canvas.

He moved his hands and started to caress Yoongi’s thighs, marveling at the softness, he felt something soft in his arm and saw the hybrid’s tail around it, he felt the limb moving alongside his arm, trying to provide some sort of friction, his gaze fixed on the back tail.

“Are you touching me or not?” The panther suddenly asked. Namjoon didn’t notice he stop touching Yoongi. Getting back to reality, he looked at the hybrid and there were no traces of the shy boy form before.

“As much as you want baby,” he said and loved the way Yoongi flushed at the loving name.

Not wanting to interrupt himself in the future, he stood up quickly and opened his nightstand drawer, he took some lube and went back to his position in the bed. He had already decided how to do it.

He grabbed some lube in his hands, just to make sure not to hurt him. He saw the half-hard cock of his boyfriend and took it in his hands. The contact elected a moan from Yoongi, he was a little surprised by it, but overall he was enjoying it. Namjoon was watchful of Yoongi’s reactions, he noticed he was squirming and moaning in pleasure, and he started moving his hand.

First, he touched the tip, slowly and teasingly, he was loving the breathless noises the panther was making, and slowly he started to move his hand up and down. After some minutes like that, he felt Yoongi’s cock hard and leaking pre-cum. He moved faster, his boyfriend was near and he wasn’t stopping until he came.

Yoongi’s toes curl in pleasure and he looked at Namjoon, the sight was amazing, he saw the human stroking him and he couldn’t take his eyes away. He grabbed the sheets trying to ground himself, he never felt so amazing before, his body was in flames but he wanted more. He felt something building up, he knew what was coming and he wasn’t sure what to do.

“Baby, let go, it is okay” Namjoon encouraged and stroked him faster. He felt the building up and saw the slightly confused expression in Yoongi, so he only provided the needed reassurance to finish.

A loud fuck left Yoongi’s lips and he came, the sensation was so strong, he felt himself getting consumed by it and his body never felt so good before. Namjoon kept stroking him through his orgasm, trying to prolong it as much as he could. Once the panther was done, his breathing was ragged, his chest was moving up and down fast and the delicious scent of tangerines engulfed him.

Namjoon had a hard-on, but seeing Yoongi coming was such a sight and he couldn’t feel happier and prouder. He lay next to his boyfriend, waiting for him to calm down. Yoongi was lying pliant on the bed, trying to recover his breath, his mind was intoxicated with the cocktail of hormones and he never felt so happy and satiated in his life.

“You just gave me another first,” the panther said out of the blue.

“What do you mean?” Namjoon got surprised at the sudden voice. Yoongi was so silent he thought he was sleeping.

“That was my first orgasm” Yoongi confessed shamelessly. Of course, it had to be Namjoon claiming his first orgasm.

“It was my pleasure baby” the human answered smugly.

After some time, they lay there, enjoying the silence and the strong scent engulfing the room.

“What are you doing with that?” Yoongi asked and pointed to Namjoon’s obvious bulge.

“I can take care of it later” the human shrugged. He wasn’t going to lie, it was painful, but he was waiting for Yoongi to decide if that was it for the night or if he was ready for another round.

“I thought I said I want you” the panther at this point was shameless. It was funny, he was all shy and coy whenever they talked or even engaged in something mildly sexual, now the sassiness that characterizes him was back and it was showing.

“Are you sure? You don’t have to” the human assured, even if he wanted to fuck Yoongi right there, he wasn’t going to pressure him.

“Stop acting all mighty, I want you,” the hybrid said in confirmation with a blank stare.

Namjoon learned something new about his boyfriend, apparently, hybrids don’t need a long time to get back into action. Some kissing and touching and Yoongi was hard again and ready to go.

Knowing he had to prep Yoongi, he started caressing the soft skin, moving from his neck, down his chest, he teased his nipples a little bit and made sure to kiss his navel properly. He was also giving teasing strokes to the panther’s cock, feeling the erection and the pre cum that was coating the top.

“So beautiful,” he said looking directly at his boyfriend. Yoongi’s face grew red and he felt himself getting more aroused. Even if the praises had a direct impact, he didn’t want them to stop.

“You look so fucking sexy baby, Are you ready?” Namjoon asked, even if his head was a little dazed from the situation, he still needed confirmation.

“Yes. I need you Joon” the hybrid said in a seductive voice, at this point, he wanted to feel Namjoon completely, he was ready for it and he wanted it now.

The hybrid focused a little bit and managed to release the arousing pheromones from before, he was proud when he saw his boyfriend growl at the sudden attack, he saw his eyes dilate and get dark, the sight was so erotic he almost came.

Namjoon coated one of his fingers in lube, he started teasing the pink rim and moved closer to Yoongi’s lips, he kissed the hybrid, and while he was doing that he pushed his finger inside him. He waited for the hybrid to adjust to the feeling.

“Yeah, that feels nice,” the hybrid said and Joon started moving his finger inside and out. Yoongi’s mind tried to conjure some past memories, a self-protecting mechanism, but the panther was so lost in pleasure that his body was not obeying his head.

After some minutes, Namjoon added another finger, he moved his hand a little bit, trying to find the bundle of nerves and after a harder thrust, he found it. As soon as he hit the sweet spot, Yoongi moaned hard and his legs contracted, his scent became sweeter and he was so lost in the sensation he almost forgot about Namjoon.

“There it is. Such good boy, so beautiful” the human praised. Yoongi’s body simply reacted to the praise and his body started to tense a little from all the pleasure he was experiencing. The human was on cloud nine, watching his boyfriend so lost in pleasure was amazing, and the pheromones only increased the arousal.

He added a third finger, he wanted to prep Yoongi as much as possible to avoid any harm. The hybrid was having the time of his life and he started to feel the building up in his lower abdomen.

“Joon, I am near, I want you” Yoongi pleaded in between moans and whimpers.

“Okay baby, you are being so good” he was also near and he wanted to cum at the same time as his boyfriend.

After a couple of thrusts, he took his fingers out and moved closer to the panther, he lifted Yoongi’s legs and help his boyfriend into a comfortable position. He coated his cock with enough lube and aligned himself with the panther’s entrance and slowly entered him.

The stretch was nothing compared to the fingers and Yoongi felt a searing pain in his lower back, he screamed a little, and Joon stopped, allowing the panther to get used to the stretch. After a little time to adjust, the pain receded and Yoongi was ready to keep going.

“Go on Joonie,” the hybrid said and look at his boyfriend with loving eyes. The endearment and trust in the hybrid’s voice gave Namjoon the confidence to keep going. He trust all the way in and when his boyfriend gave him the green light to move, he moved.

He bottom out and before his tip could be completely out, he trusted back in, it was a slow and sensual pace, he felt all of Yoongi and he couldn’t get enough of it.

Yoongi was enjoying himself like never before, he felt his bond with Joon strengthen and grow, he was loving it and he wanted to stay there for the rest of his life.

After some more thrusts, Namjoon was ready to cum, he took Yoongi’s cock in his hand and started stroking him, he felt the panther tense, also near his own orgasm. Yoongi placed his hands on Namjoon's shoulders trying to hold himself to something, each thrust hit him right in his sweet spot, filling him with pleasure.

The human stroked him harder and moved his hips faster, after a particularly sharp thrust, he felt the hybrid tighten and he came inside his boyfriend. Yoongi came alongside Namjoon, screaming his name and feeling so good. Namjoon kept trusting, trying to make the most of the moment. He also felt Yoongi’s cum in his hand, he watched with piercing eyes at the panther, it was perfect.

After some more thrusts, Namjoon finally pulled out and watched Yoongi, he looked spent and tired. He went to the bathroom for a wet towel and came back to the room. He caressed Yoongi’s hair and started whispering sweet nothings to his ear while he cleaned him. Thankfully the sheets were not so bad and he simply removed the comforter where they were lying.

He made sure to touch Yoongi as much as he could, trying to scent him and calm him. They cuddle like that, feeling close and tired. No words were needed, Yoongi was ecstatic and happy, he finally overcame one of his biggest fears and he did it with one of the loves of his life. He drifted to sleep engulfed in pinewood, soft pets on his ears and the human holding him close.

When the boys came back later that night, they found them cuddled up. It was clear what happened and they were excited for their turn.

After finding them in Namjoon’s bedroom, everybody was excited and a little frustrated. Their boyfriend gave them an overall recollection of the events, mainly the panther’s tells and expressions so they could look out for them and avoid hurting their boyfriend.

Jin was losing his mind. It was supposed to be a calm afternoon, it was his day off and he wanted to spend the afternoon having a cooking session with the panther but Yoongi had other plans that were testing the human’s patience.

Yoongi acted normal, like any other day, and they thought he was taking his time to process what happened between him and Joon. That is why Jin decided to have a baking session, he preferred cooking but preparing desserts was always fun. He got all the necessary ingredients and told the hybrid his plan. When Yoongi came back from his piano lesson, he was more than happy to join him.

It started casual, Jin showed him a couple of recipes for different desserts and Yoongi chose the macarons and a chocolate soufflé, they were complicated desserts that required precise measurements and exact oven time, but he was excited to try them out, and he got to spend his afternoon doing one of his favorite things along his boyfriend.

The problem came when Jin rolled up his sleeves, he always did that, as a professional chef it was the rule, however, the panther drooled at the sight of his boyfriend, Jin looking so professional was a weakness for him.

The panther used all his might to concentrate on the baking, they were starting with the macarons and they required a lot of attention. He made sure to measure the ingredients properly, but every time Jin added something to the mix or got closer to Yoongi, he couldn’t prevent himself from swooning.

Jin exuded manliness and sex appeal, the way he moved his hands with dexterity, and the delicious mix of black oak and lavender engulfed the kitchen creating an alluring atmosphere. There were a couple of occasions when the panther’s attention was so enraptured in his boyfriend that he forgot what he was doing.

Yoongi noticed his own arousal mixed with Jin’s scent and he knew what that meant. Similar to the situation with Joon, he was ready and he wanted his boyfriend. He let go, he allowed his instincts to take over and guide him, he trusted Jin with all his being and he wanted to go all the way with him.

He got closer, almost like a shadow to the chef, every time Jin moved a little bit, the hybrid imitated the movement, he was really close to him and he started leaving soft touches here and there.

At first, they seemed accidental, a soft brush, nothing out of the ordinary, but as the baking session continued, it was clear that all the caressing, tapping, and poking was deliberate.

Jin noticed the closeness, he noticed how his boyfriend moved so in sync with him, he noticed his hands and the way they traced along his own arms, and he understood what Yoongi was doing. However, as they agreed on the rules, they were not going to act on it until they get the panther’s consent. That doesn’t mean that Jin couldn’t play the game too.

Similar to his boyfriend, he started to move closer to him, he placed his hands on Yoongi’s upper arm, or his back, not for long, just enough time to cause an impact on the hybrid. The human was elated at the instant response, he saw the way Yoongi moved closer to the touch, and the slight disappointment when he retracted his hand.

Jin was enjoying it, maybe too much because he started noticing his own arousal too. The panther was simply gorgeous and he simply wanted to pull him to his room and make love to him. The baking session was now at the back of his mind, he had a new task and that was making Yoongi aroused, just enough for the hybrid to take things to the next level.

It worked perfectly, the constant teasing caused a short circuit on the hybrid’s head, he was craving Jin’s touches, they were so light and short that he found himself wanting to whine at the loss. When the hybrid realized how he was acting he only grew more aroused, he wasn’t feeling shy nor embarrassed, he knew he wanted Jin, and he wanted him now!

“How long does it take?” The panther asked, his voice was a little breathless, he was trying not to look so horny, but it was hard.

“The soufflé is almost done, and the macarons need 10 more minutes” the chef answered and looked at the debauched expression on his boyfriend, he didn’t miss the slight disappointment on his face but decided not to tease the clearly aroused panther. Even if the chosen desserts were slightly difficult, the baking time was short and Jin only needed to wait for the macarons, he will deal with this needy boyfriend as soon as those were done.

The macarons were mocking Yoongi, the panther looked at them with hate and he cursed all his starts for choosing such complicated desserts. Among the options offered by Jin, he chose the most difficult ones and now he was paying the price. It felt like hours, probably 6 minutes and the French dessert was finally out of the oven, Yoongi squeaked in excitement, but it was short-lived. He saw with horror the pile of dirty dishes and he was losing his temper. Fuck it!

As soon as the macaron container was placed inside the fridge, Yoongi moved closer to Jin, he looked him in the eyes, and not waiting for an answer he kissed his boyfriend. The kiss was desperate and filled with lust, the human got a little surprised at the intensity, but follow his boyfriend’s lead. It was sensual, the panther has never kissed him like that before, they had made out several times in the past, and none of those kisses were as arousing as this one.

Jin indulged his boyfriend, he held him close to him, making sure to encase the shorter male in his embrace, he started moving his hands on the hybrid’s back. After getting so many scenting sessions with their boyfriend, each of the boys developed their own techniques to scent him while kissing.

Yoongi was on cloud nine, he felt himself growing in his own lust and he wanted Jin to continue. Remembering the rules that were set, he moved his head away from his boyfriend to look him in the eyes. They were panting, the kissing was intense but they both could feel the love behind it.

“I want you Jinnie” the panther blurted out, no shame, no filter. Yoongi got the habit of calling him like that from the youngsters and he loved the way it sounded on his lips. He gave the human his huge gummy smile.

“Now?” Jin was not surprised in the slightest, he learned to deal with the panther’s bluntness and the statement made him happy. Yoongi wanted to explore the sexual part of their relationship and he was in.

“Yes, now,” Yoongi said and moved closer connecting their lips once more.

“Okay baby,” Jin said and waited. A small pink hue appeared on Yoongi’s face and he was ecstatic. Joon told them that Yoongi reacted fast to praise and pampers and he wanted to see it for himself. Before lifting Yoongi in his arms, he made sure that the stove was off and nothing was left unsupervised, a habit he developed after so many years in the kitchen.

In a swift movement, he lifted Yoongi by his tights, kissed him again, and started walking to his room. As soon as they made it to the bedroom, Jin closed the door by softly pushing Yoongi against it, successfully trapping his boyfriend.

The kiss became heated once more, the human felt hands on his hair and slightly smiled into the kiss. Yoongi was relaxed, with no traces of anxiety or fear, and knowing that he was providing such comfort and safety to him made him kind of possessive.

They kissed until their lungs begged them for air, Jin moved away to see the hybrid panting and smiling. Something ignited inside him, it was so raw and intense that he could barely hold himself, his nose caught the tangerines, but they were sweeter than usual and so alluring. He remembered the thing his boyfriend told them about the hybrid’s pheromones and he was excited.

He moved to the bed and released Yoongi, the panther remained still, waiting for the next move. Jin looked at him, just observing him, trying to engrave the seductive eyes, the disheveled hair, and the pink cheeks. What a sight!

“Look at you, so pretty” Jin complimented and he couldn’t ignore the way the panther squirmed at the praise.

“What do you want me to do, baby boy?” Jin tested the pet name, just trying to figure out Yoongi’s favorite. It was no brainer, the hybrid love the name and he simply smiled in shyness.

“I want you” the panther answered confidently and with his deep voice, causing an instant effect on Jin.

“Sure thing darling” he simply said and moved closer to the boy. He crawled on top of his boyfriend and gave the small pout a kiss, he moved down to his jaw and then the neck. He was ravishing the boy, Yoongi was perfect.

Yoongi’s hands found a place on his boyfriend’s shoulders, trying to steady himself. He felt a small nip at the skin on his neck, he yelped and Jin stopped.

“It is okay, I was just surprised” the hybrid encouraged, he didn’t want Jin to stop.

The human gave a curt nod and continued his ministrations. He moved one hand and tugged at the shirt, asking for permission to take it off. Yoongi moved his hands up, giving his consent and Jin did it in a second. He saw the fading marks in the hybrid’s chest, the hickies Joon placed there just five days ago. They looked lovely on Yoongi and he was excited to add his own to the mix.

He moved south, leaving kisses and nipping the skin here and there. Yoongi was a moaning mess at this point, he felt the familiar warmth engulfing his body and also the tightness in his pants. It was great, Jin's hands were skilled and the way they caressed his body with determination only made his boner bigger. Jin’s touches felt different from Joon’s but equally as pleasant.

Yoongi felt Jin’s mouth around his left nipple and a hand on his right, he was so sensitive that he arched his back in pleasure.

“Good boy” Jin praised and saw the hybrid holding his breath, he was as responsive as the maknaes whenever they were praised. He felt the growing bulge in the panther’s pants. He wanted to take his time, but he was also desperate, he’s been waiting for this and he wasn’t going to prolong the torture.

“Darling, can I take the rest of your clothes off?” Even if he was aroused and panting, he was still going to ask.

“Yes” was the simple answer. Yoongi’s head was drifting and he wanted more.

The panther was naked in a blink of an eye. Jin had imagined Yoongi bare before, several times, but having him there in all his naked glory was nothing compared to his imagination. The human almost got a nosebleed and he had to remind himself to breathe. He stood up from the bed and got the lube, he was taking zero risks.

Before he could join Yoongi in the bed, he stripped, he heard the slight gasp and saw the intense look his boyfriend was giving him. With that confidence boost, he moved back to his previous position, ready to fulfill his boyfriend’s wishes.

Yoongi was having trouble, he saw Jin’s body and his mind simply broke. How the fuck are they so sexy? But not only that, they were perfectly proportioned and Yoongi couldn’t wait to get to it. Unconsciously he whined, Jin was taking his sweet time and the panther was barely holding up.

“Would you like to be on top?” Jin offered with endearment and a sweet smile.

Yoongi thought for a moment, he already got Joon like that. Given the option, he decided to try out something new.

“Can I be on top?” He asked, his voice was low, it was still a little awkward to ask for things. It is hard to forget so many years of training and torture.

“Of course Darling” Jin answered and gave him a loving smile. He was pleased, Yoongi was willing to try out new things and that is always a good sign.

“Just, let me prep you, I don’t want to hurt you” the human added, it is easier to prep him in that position, so he’ll do it first and then switch.

“Okay” Yoongi gave his consent and Jin got to it.

He started with a finger, it was coated in lube, and similar to Joon, he started kissing the hybrid to distract him from the initial pain. The human saw no discomfort and started thrusting his finger, his boyfriend was moaning in the kiss, and the sweet smell of tangerines engulfed him again, he felt the tug in his stomach and it was just too much.

After some more thrusts, he got the second finger, this time he scissored them, trying to speed the process a little bit, all the pheromones Yoongi was exuding were not helping with his own hard-on. He felt the small bundle of nerves and gave it a couple of thrusts, to test them. The answer was quick, the panther swarmed and the moans were higher and more constant.

He added a third finger, making sure to move his fingers in tandem with the panther’s hips movements. He moved his free hand to Yoongi’s hard cock, it was red at the tip and the pre cum was sliding down the shaft. He gave some hard strokes and the panther whined in pleasure, he was close.

Jin stopped his fingers and took them out of the panther. Yoongi whined at the loss, he was close and that only made him desperate. He noticed he had his eyes closed, when he opened them he saw Jin lying next to him, waiting for Yoongi to top him.

The hybrid felt insecure for the first time since the beginning of it, he wasn’t sure how to do it and he was growing anxious. Jin saw it, and quickly help him.

“Just straddle my thighs…. Yes like that, you are doing so amazing baby boy” Jin encouraged, helping Yoongi place himself on top of him with his arms.

With the help of his boyfriend, Yoongi grabbed Jin’s already coated cock and maneuvered it to his entrance, slowly he started to move down the shaft. At first, it was somewhat painful, but it was quickly replaced by pleasure, he felt his own body adapting at the stretch and he softly whimpered at the feeling. He stayed there for a moment, allowing his body to adjust, he also felt Jin’s hands on his waist, grounding him and providing comfort.

“Whenever you are ready baby boy,” Jin said and smiled at the positive response to the pet name. Yoongi's inner hybrid was grinning, he felt so full and content.

After some more seconds, he lifted his hips slowly, and before the tip could exit, he sat back down. He did that several times, he felt his release near and moved faster.

Sensing the change in pace, Jin took Yoongi’s cock in his hands and started stroking it, he was also a moaning and panting mess, Yoongi was not only thigh around him, but he was also an arousing sight, watching him fucking himself in his cock was definitely a turn on for the human and he couldn’t wait for the next time.

Yoongi was losing strength, he was near his orgasm, his muscles were contracting and he was barely holding on. His hands were resting on Jin’s upper torso, trying hard to steady himself up. Jin knew they were near and he moved his hips with intent, meeting Yoongi’s thrusts. Just a couple of more thrusts and they were coming together. Yoongi left a series of Jins and fucks on the way.

Their orgasms hit them hard, Yoongi was trying to keep moving just to prolong the feeling, but soon it became quite uncomfortable. Thankfully, Jin was ready for it, he held Yoongi by his waist and lift him up from him, he could see the exhaustion, the hybrid was trying to breathe properly again, and he saw the content smile on his face.

As soon as they calmed down, Jin left the bedroom to get a wet towel. He had to sprint to Kook’s room for one, he didn’t have any in his bathroom. When he entered his bedroom, he found Yoongi curled up and crying, he ran to him and held him in his arms.

“Baby, what’s wrong?” Jin asked in panic, just a moment ago they were having the time of their lives and now his boyfriend was sobbing.

“Hyung, You left me!” Yoongi answered in broken sobs; he started hyperventilating and his breathing was getting harder. One moment Jin was right next to him and the next, he was all alone.

“No, no, no Baby, I went to get a towel to clean you up, but I had none in my bathroom and went to fetch one” Jin explained quickly. He held Yoongi tight against his chest and started rubbing his arms and back, trying to comfort him through touch.

“I thought... I thought…you didn’t like me anymore” Yoongi’s voice broke at the confession. Jin’s comforting touches were calming and his near panic attack was prevented, but still, deep down he felt utter sadness and pain. It was so traumatic, his previous owners had sex with him, used him, and left Yoongi lying there to his own luck, making him feel like trash. When Jin left the room, he felt the same despair from his previous experiences.

“I do, so much. You are such a good boy and you were so great. I am sorry for not telling you what I was doing, it won’t happen again” Jin assured and hugged Yoongi closer. Jin cursed at himself, he would never put Yoogni through that despair again. Another thing to add to Yoongi’s list: never leave him after sex.

The boys knew that some things were going to go wrong, they were building trust and discovering how Yoongi like stuff. Just because the human knew it was bound to happen doesn’t mean he didn’t feel like shit. Watching Yoongi so distressed is always difficult.

He stayed there, holding the hybrid to his chest, he hovered his hands all over him, making sure the hybrid was getting engulfed in his scent. After some light scenting from Jin, the panther finally relaxed, he was getting a little droopy and he wanted to sleep.

“You can sleep, darling. I’ll take care of everything” the human encouraged and the panther fell asleep in less than a minute surrounded by sweet black oak and lavender.

Jin cleaned him with so much care and love, he made sure to be gentle and don’t move him too much, he caressed the panther's ears and gave a soft peck to the small pout. He snuggled next to his boyfriend and hugged him close. He was usually thorough with his aftercare, but after the small incident, he knew the hybrid was tired, and he’ll have another opportunity to pamper his boyfriend properly.

When Jin woke up the next morning with a smirking Hobi, he called the rest of the boys to his room and told them about what happened. The rest of the boys saw the guilt in Jin after the incident and they were quick to reassure him that it wasn’t happening again now that they know.

Before anybody could forget, Joon added never leave Yoongi after sex to the list. 

Yoongi pushed Tae out of his bedroom. The human came back from work with a disgusting smell on him. The panther was the only one at home after his piano lessons and he was just chilling in his room when the photographer called his name. The boy went to hug him and the panther pushed him and told him to shower.

Taehyung knew that he smelled terrible and he was hoping it wasn’t strong enough to scare Yoongi, but he had no other choice but to walk to his room and take a shower. He made sure to scrub himself thoroughly, he wanted to be scented by his boyfriend and Yoongi wasn’t going to do it if he stink.

30 minutes later, he was walking to Yoongi’s bedroom, the hybrid opened the door to let him in. Tae happily walked to the bed and lay down, waiting for his boyfriend to join him too. Tae loved to be the small spoon and he also liked when Yoongi took him on his lap to scent him. He felt the bed dip and saw the panther resting against the headboard, without words Tae sat on his lap and rested his head on the panther’s chest.

The human was in a trance, every time Yoongi scented him, it was like a dream. He felt boneless, drifting in the air, letting his mind relax and allowing his body to experience the lovely intimacy. Yoongi loved scenting his younger lover, he was always so pliant, so soft. The room was silent, it was common for Tae to fall asleep after a thorough scenting session.

Yoongi woke up feeling soft hands running through his hair and ears, he didn’t need to look to know who it was. The human was watching something on his phone while he caressed his boyfriend’s hair absentmindedly.

Tae woke up feeling light and comfy, he felt Yoongi’s arm around him and got out of the embrace, not wanting to leave yet he took his phone out, and without realizing it, he started petting the hybrid.

“Are you okay?” The panther asked breaking the silence.

“I am now” the human simply answered. The moment Yoongi smelled his lover entering their home, he knew something happened at work, he also knew not to push too much, Tae was going to talk whenever he was ready.

“What are you watching?” He asked, trying to break the growing silence in the room.

“It was one of the staffers in today’s photo shot” the boy answered, he had a particular way to express his feelings, and the fact that his boyfriend didn’t push for more was all he needed to open up.

“Staffer…?” The panther asked in curiosity. The photographer only had a manager and she was rarely at the photo shots.

“Yeah, it was from the company that hired me for the shot,” he said and his scent changed. The normally sweet and strong vanilla was now bitter, and the panther had to prevent himself from moving away.

“Sorry for that, I didn’t mean it,” the human said, he noticed the stiffness in the hybrid and he was aware he smelled awful.

“It is okay, emotions are difficult,” the hybrid said and shrugged his shoulders. He wasn’t going to make his TaeTae feel bad.

“I’ve never seen him before. I worked with this company in the past, but it was the first time I saw him among the staff” the boy stopped his ministrations and was looking at his hands, trying to make sense of all the noise in his head. Yoongi place him in his lap once again, he knew how much Tae loved it.

“Thanks! Anyway, the shot started and there was no problem at all. During lunch break I left the set, it was a little crowded inside and I felt like drifting away. I didn’t notice he followed me out, my head space was getting clouded and suddenly he was standing in front of me” Taehyung said, the whole thing was just confusing, like a blur.

“He just stayed there, looking at me. I was feeling awkward and before I could leave, he was pushing me to the wall and he just choked me, it was fast and my head couldn’t register what was happening. I was fighting back and he just punched me in the stomach, out of the blue.” Tae said and borrowed his eyebrows, trying to remember the scene. “And then, he simply left and went inside the set, like nothing happened,” the human finished.

Yoongi felt his blood boil, he wanted to kill the bastard that attacked his boyfriend, but sensing the uneasiness in the boy, he took a deep breath and hug his lover closer.

“The whole ordeal was odd, I was regaining my breath and my stomach hurt, but it was so confusing, so fast. Who was he? Why did he do that?” Tae said, he was lost in his memories, still trying to make sense of everything that happened just a couple of hours ago.

“One of the make-up artists came to me and saw me, she gave me some water and walked me inside the set. I know I told one of the managers, I know I told him who the staffer was, I know the photo shot got postponed, but I don’t remember doing all those things. I was in the car and then I was home, my mind is having trouble processing all of this. I am still trying to make sense of the situation” the human confessed, he wasn’t in pain, he was confused, and his head was trying hard to process the events. It was more the shock of the entire situation, rather than the pain.

Yoongi started scenting him again, even if he already did, he knew how much it help his lover to calm and if he had to scent Tae throughout the night, he was ready to do so. It wasn’t necessary though, the human relaxed, he was just trying to make sense of the situation, but after a second scenting session, his mind was finally at ease. He went back to sleep, and this time he asked Yoongi to be the small spoon, the hybrid was the perfect size and he love sleeping while hugging someone.

Yoongi woke up for the second time that afternoon, he was a little dizzy, the room was filled with a heavy mixture of smells, it was expected with all the scenting he did in the last three hours. This time he felt arms around him, he knew Tae was sleeping and before he could go back to dreamland, he felt something poking his ass.

Yoongi instantly knew what it was, he tried to free himself from the bear hug, but it was difficult, Tae was deep asleep and apparently he was having a pleasant dream. Fuck it! I am already here! Might as well enjoy it too!

With that, he decided to try something to wake the human. He tried to press his body as much as he could to the human's chest, he started grinding his ass right into the boy’s erection. Tae whimpered and his eyes suddenly opened. It took him some seconds to understand what was happening. Yoongi noticed the human waking up, and the change of smell at the realization of what was going on, but before Tae could move away, the panther interrupted him.

“Don’t” his voice was deep, filled with arousal. It took Tae a pair of heartbeats to process the command and he stayed still.

“Hyung, are you sure?” He asked, neither of them was touching Yoongi without consent.

“Yes, I like how it feels,” the hybrid said. It was becoming more evident that Yoongi was getting shameless in bed.

“Okay hyungie,” the human confirmed. He joined the panther in the gridding, both of them releasing soft moans at the feeling.

Tae’s boner was getting a little painful, but he didn’t want to stop. Yoongi noticed the slight tension and he knew they needed to change positions soon. He suddenly stopped what he was doing and detached himself from the boy. Yoongi sat and rested his back on the headboard, and repeated his actions from earlier. He lifted the boy and sat him on his lap, even if Tae was taller than him, the panther settled him comfortably in his lap.

Tae close the gap and kissed his boyfriend. He was always eager like time was running out, but oddly enough he was also extremely loving. He started grinding his ass, trying to give Yoongi some friction. They had to take a breather a couple of times until they were feeling satisfied with the make-out session.

Tae moved his hands under Yoongi’s sweater, he just noticed the extra large piece of fabric, it was so soft and baby blue, clearly Jimin’s. The panther looked ethereal in it, he also looked smaller, and Tae loved the sight. He started caressing the skin under the fabric, he moved his hand to the hybrid’s nipples and pinched them, a breathy whine came out of Yoongi’s lips at the sudden stimulation.

Yoongi raised his hands, he was waiting for Tae to take the sweater off. “No hyungie, you look so pretty like this” the boys said and got more aroused at the flushed cheeks of his boyfriend. Well, two can play the game.

“You look handsome too Taebear” he answered with a smirk. He learned the nickname from Jin and apparently it was one of the human’s favorites. Tae also whimpered at the praise and felt his face flush, he was going to enjoy it so much.

Taehyung kissed the exposed skin, he nuzzled Yoongi’s neck and clavicles, pressed his lips to the soft skin, and sucked, leaving a purple mark on it. Tae felt a surge of possession, it was the only hickey visible on the hybrid's skin, the other ones were on his chest, but having a clear view of his was so arousing for him. He felt the bulge under him, the panther was also half hard and they were just getting started.

Without a word, Tae removed the light shirt he was wearing, leaving his chest exposed, he was about to lift himself to remove his pants, but he felt some wetness in one of his nipples. Yoongi got some pointers from his previous sexual encounters with the other two boys and he wanted to try them out. He gently sucked at the sensitive bud and with his other hand caressed the other nipple, even if this was the first time doing it, he was a fast learner.

Yoongi was getting more aroused at the sounds Tae was making, he felt the human’s hands on his nape, trying to steady himself. He started kissing the exposed skin, and he moved his hands to Tae’s navel, trying to map it out, leaving soft touches on his way. He rested his hands on the boy's thighs, giving them a small squish. He kept going for a while until his own boner was getting unbearable.

He moved back, giving the younger one some time to catch his breath. Tae lifted himself and removed his pants and boxers in one go, he was about to sit down again but got an idea.

“Can you undress?” He asked the hybrid and waited for an answer. Yoongi smiled at him showing his gums, he grabbed the waistband of his slacks and boxers and removed them, the human barely saw anything because the sweater was long and covered the panther completely. The hybrid was about to take off the sweater but the human stopped him.

“Can you leave it on, you look lovely in it hyungie” he said with a deep seductive tone. Yoongi was thrown off at that voice but kept the jumper on and grew flustered.

Tae started caressing Yoongi’s tights, his hands were warm and with every touch, the panther was getting more desperate. He started whimpering and moaning, Tae’s touches were heavenly and he felt his feet curl at the pleasure.

The human started kissing the exposed skin, he moved all the way from the knees to the inner thighs, leaving small love marks. Yoongi rested his head on the headboard, he was feeling so much pleasure and he knew what his boyfriend was doing, his knuckles were turning white from grabbing the sheets so tightly.

“Can I suck you off hyungie?” He asked in the same lewd voice he used before. He saw the panther opening his eyes and looking at him, face flushed, blown pupils.

“Yes baby, you can” he answered. The human grew excited at the praise and got to work. He lifted the helm of the pink sweater, and he saw his boyfriend’s erection, it was pretty, just like Yoongi, the tip was an angry red and it was dripping.

Slowly he moved closer to the panther’s cock, he gave the tip a small kitten lick, just to see the reaction. He felt Yoongi’s hips bulk at the sensation and he was so excited to take him in his mouth. He started licking along the shaft, making sure to apply enough pressure to the sensitive skin.

Yoongi was losing his mind, the sensation was consuming him inside out, he felt a fire ignite inside him and he was getting impatient, he wanted more friction and his erection was getting uncomfortable. Before he could move or do anything, his cock was engulfed in warmth, he never felt something like that before, the sensation was simply amazing. He felt his boyfriend moving his mouth up and down, giving him the much-needed friction.

At this point, Yoongi was simply whimpering in pleasure, no coherent words were leaving his mouth, and his hands were cramping because he was still holding the bedding hard. He made no attempt to grab TaeTae’s hair, he didn’t want to hurt him, so he tighten his grip on the fabric.

The now familiar tension build in his lower abdomen, he was about to cum. He looked at his boyfriend and he wanted to warn him.

“Tae baby, I’m about to…” the panther tried to say in a shaky voice. He was growing a little anxious because he didn’t want to spill in his mouth, but before he could dwell on it, Tae released his cock with a wet plop and looked at him.

“I know hyungie, I can feel it. It is okay, I don’t mind but, Could you look at me while you do it?” The human asked, he felt the panther tensing and how near he was, but they had never talked about it before and he had to interrupt himself.

“Sure Taebear,” the panther said and watched as the younger got back to his previous position, he saw how he hollowed his cheeks and resumed his movements. His eyes were locked in the scene, watching his boyfriend giving him head was so erotic, he was about to cum but he couldn’t stop looking. The human moved his hand and started playing with the hybrid’s balls, taking the panther to the limit.

Yoongi reached his climax, it was so strong and amazing and Tae didn’t stop until he was completely spent. He watched as his boyfriend swallowed and something possessive tugged at his heart, the sight was so sensual and lustful he could barely take his eyes off the boy.

Tae was so proud of himself, he loved making his boyfriends cum like that, he loved the feeling of making them feel good, he loved how his boyfriend looked so debauched while doing so, and having Yoongi coming so undone from his mouth was so worth it.

Tae moved forward and rested his head on his boyfriend’s chest, both of them were trying to come down from their highs. Tae was still hard, but he couldn’t care less, he felt proud and satisfied because he managed to give Yoongi such a great time.

The room smelled so sweet, it was intoxicating, and they could barely move, they felt so satiated. Yoongi noticed his boyfriend’s boner and felt guilty, he just had such an amazing orgasm but his boyfriend was still waiting for his turn. He detached himself from the boy and looked at him. It was clear the human was still aroused, his scent was a dead giveaway, but there was something else there that Yoongi couldn’t decipher.

The poor panther was getting whiplash. Joon and Jin took control, they were highly gentle and always asked for consent, but overall they were calling the shots or setting the pace. But with Tae it was different, there were moments when the human had the control and others when he handed it to the hybrid. It was so fascinating and a little disconcerting, but Yoongi decided that it was unconventional, just like his TaeTae; which made sex with him way more special.

“Taebear love, we should do something to help you out,” the panther said, it was clear the boy needed to release and the hybrid was ready to help his amazing boyfriend.

The loving name made Taehyung a mess, he felt so loved and cherished, that he wanted to stay in his hyung’s lap, but his erection was getting really painful. He lifted his head and watched Yoongi, waiting for the panther to make a move, but the panther was doing the exact same thing.

“Hyungie, what do you want to do?” He asked. At this point, Tae couldn’t care less, as long as they stayed together, he was happy either way. Yoongi on the other hand was having some anxiety building up.

“I don’t know” he answered truthfully, he wasn’t sure what to do and he needed to help his boyfriend quickly.

“It is okay, would you like to be inside me?” The boy said with the sweetest most beautiful voice, his eyes were dark and his face had a devilish glint. Yoongi gulped at the offer, just willing to do anything to help his lover.

“Y-yes,” he said and stuttered a little. He’s never seen that look in Taehyung, it was so lewd and sensual, for a moment he thought the human could eat him whole and he would’ve enjoyed it.

“Okay hyungie, can you prep me?” The boy asked again. This question made the panther extremely anxious, he had never prep anybody in his life and he didn’t know what to do. Seeing the doubt in the panther’s face, Tae stood up and grabbed his boxers, before the hybrid could ask, the boy explained.

“I’ll get some lube hyungie, don’t worry, I coming back,” he said and skipped out of the room, trying to be fast.

Tae reached his room and grabbed his favorite lube, it was strawberry. In less than a minute he was back in the bedroom, Yoongi still in the same position, looking at his hands in embarrassment.

“Don’t worry hyungie, you’ll do great, I’ll walk you through it” the boy encouraged, he removed the boxers and joined the hybrid in the bed.

“Before we start, you should take off the sweater, it is one of Minnie’s favorites and I don’t want to stain it,” Tae said. He was scared to do anything to the piece of fabric, knowing how much his soulmate loved it. With a swift motion, the panther removed the jumper and was completely exposed. Tae saw the fading hickies and he loved the contrast they made with his recent additions. What a lovely sight Yoongi was!

Tae rested next to Yoongi, he handed him the bottle and started guiding him through. Yoongi was a fast learner, ever so gentle and careful. In no time he had three fingers inside the boy and was making sure to hit the bundle of nerves with every thrust. Tae was moaning, he was ready and he wanted Yoongi inside him asap.

“Yoonie hyung, please” he begged the panther, hearing that name made it for him. He took out his fingers and grabbed his hardened cock and coated them with his lubed fingers, but added a little bit more, just to be sure. Tae was lying on his back, he opened his legs and placed one pillow under his lower back, just to give the panther better access.

He guided his erection to the lubed hole, he poked the entrance with his cock and heard the boy moaning.

“Are you ready Taebear?” He asked one last time. Still a little nervous, but watching Tae so pliant and willing was enough encouragement.

“Hyungie, just do it!” the human whined, he was getting impatient and he needed to cum.

Carefully he entered his boyfriend, remembering his own experience, he waited for him to adjust, and when the boy gave him green light he started thrusting. Even if he’s never done it, his body knew what to do, his hips moved on their own accord and his tip easily found the human’s sensitive spot. He took the boy’s erection in his hands and started stroking him with skilled hands. His inner alpha took control and led him in his movements. Tae was near, he could feel it, he gave his boyfriend a glance and knew he was also near.

“You are so beautiful hyungie,” the human said breathlessly, watching his boyfriend flush and move with such skill was like nothing he ever imagined. 

“You too doll” the panther reciprocated. It was clear they love praising each other. A couple of thrusts later, Yoongi came with a loud fuck followed by Tae’s moaning as he reached his climax. The panther kept moving until he felt himself getting too sensitive. He was about to pull out, but a hand stopped him.

“Don’t!” Tae said with a smile. “Don’t pull out yet, just hug me hyungie,” the human said. Who was Yoongi to reject his TaeTae's wish? They fell asleep like that, holding each other close and the panther inside Tae. Yoongi was going to regret it later when they woke up all sweaty and covered in cum. But overall, he wouldn’t change a thing.

The next day Tae received a call from the company that hired him for the photo shoot. The man that attacked him pretended to work at the company because his wife was a model under them and he confused Taehyung with his wife’s paramour. The man was arrested for violent behavior and trespassing on private property. He was still a little shocked at the events, and he was working on processing them, but he felt relieved knowing the reason behind the man’s actions, and having his sweet Yoongi holding him still, simply added to the loving atmosphere that surrounded him. 

Jimin hated when his students canceled classes without notice. He went home way too early, he knew he was going to be alone and he was a sucker for company. He sighed at the realization. Luckily for him, that day a certain panther also got home earlier, so he had one of his boyfriends to keep him company.

When Yoongi walked through the front door, he wasn’t expecting to see Jimin lying on the floor of the living room eating his ice cream and watching Netflix. He took his shoes off and moved to his lover.

“Is that my ice cream?” The panther asked in disbelief. The boys knew not to touch his tangerines or his ice cream, they were sacred, even for them.

Jimin looked up and gave the most ravishing eye smile to his boyfriend, he stood up from the floor and pretty much yeeted himself into Yoongi’s arms. He hugged the panther and stared nuzzling his neck, trying to feel close.

“Are you okay Jiminie?” The panther asked with concern. Jimin was an affectionate little bean, but he never yeeted himself like that.

“Sorry Yoonie, my last class got canceled and I’ve been alone for the past four hours. Sorry about the ice cream, I’ll buy you some more” the human promised. He stayed in the embrace, trying to get as much of Yoongi’s scent on him as possible.

At this point, and after all those scenting sessions, the boys were now able to sense their boyfriend's scent on them and it was so reassuring. They loved the scenting and they felt all the love the panther poured into it. A silent claim and a way of saying I love you.

Yoongi was not mad, he realized Jimin needed some comfort, and ice cream is always a good companion. He kept his arms securely around Jimin and allowed the boy to nuzzle him as much as he needed. After some minutes in that position, Yoongi detached himself from the boy and walked to his room to change his clothes. Jimin waited for him on the couch, lapping at the spoon filled with ice cream. The panther was back in less than five minutes ready to indulge his boyfriend as much as he needed. They sat and watched some tv show, it was quite entertaining.

“I thought Kook was home?” Yoongi asked when the episode ended, he remembered his youngest boyfriend had nothing planned for the afternoon.

“He was, but his friend asked him to team up for a small competition, he said something about good money and Kook has been gone since 3,” Jimin said and snuggled closer to the panther.

“And Hobi? I thought you had the same class?” The panther asked again.

“We did, but I got hired to help a contemporary dancer, but she got out of town yesterday and waited till today to cancel the class” the human answered in exasperation.

“Sorry about that Jiminie” the panther knew how much his boyfriend hated to be alone like that. 

“It is okay. Jin and Tae are getting back late and I don’t know about Joon” he said. Tae was hired by Jin’s boss to do a photo shot for the new section of the restaurant.

“Joon said he was having some drinks with some of his employees, I don’t think he’ll be late, he sounded tired” Yoongi informed him. The poor human sighed in sadness, he was the happiest whenever he was around all of his boyfriends.

25 minutes later, Yoongi was playing the piano with Jimin seating next to him. He showed him the small piece he was working on, it was a self-composed melody. His music academy had a recital and he was participating. Jimin leaned on his shoulder, letting the music engulf him and calm him. He always felt at ease near the panther, he had such a serene aura that made his troubled mind relax.

After a while, Jimin ended up in Yoongi’s lap, he was hugging him and placed small kisses on his neck, letting the panther play for him. Out of all of the boys, Jimin was the clingiest, he loved to be passed around the boys, and he preferred laps over chairs and hugs over air. He was a Tamagotchi, he needed constant affection or else he might die. Yoongi simply grew accustomed to it; he secretly enjoyed having Jimin all over himself.

The music flowed and created a bubble around them, it was so soft, like a mermaid's whisper, calling for them. Yoongi stopped playing and moved his arms to hold his boyfriend closer to his chest. Jimin was sucking at his neck with intensity and lust, moaning a little bit.

The human moved away after leaving a slightly dark hickey right under the panther’s ear. They discovered Yoongi loved getting hickies, especially if they were visible. For the hybrid, it was a way to get claimed by his boyfriends, a way to show the world he belonged to a pack.

Yoongi locked eyes with his boyfriend, his eyes were dark and the sweet smell of tangerines was oozing out of him, he felt the arousal crawling under his skin, his mind was getting hazy and his instincts were shouting at him to have Jimin right there.

“Jiminie I want you,” the hybrid said with a low tone. The deep voice aroused the human, he loved how much he affected the panther, and it was finally his turn to get intimate with Yoongi.

“I want you too Yoonie” he answered in his low-pitched tone. Jimin rocked his hips on Yoongi’s lap. Being a dancer had its perks, he could move his body with such ease and grace. The panther couldn’t keep it in his pants.

Yoongi kissed him again, while he was doing it, Jimin encircled his waist with his legs for support. Slowly he stood from the piano’s bench and started walking, never disconnecting his lips from the human. He was about to walk into his room, but Jimin stopped the kiss and moved a little back, to see him in the eyes.

“Can we go to my room?” The human asked. He knew Yoongi didn’t have lube or anything of the sort, and after what he learned from Jin he wasn’t taking any chances. Besides, his room had all the things he needs to care for the hybrid. Such a considerate person Jiminie is. Yoongi loved the idea, he preferred his boyfriend's rooms anyway.

He walked to the bed and placed his boyfriend on the mattress, they were kissing, even after the human was lying down. Jimin moved his hands to the hybrid’s hair and pulled him down to him, he laid there with Yoongi following him silently.

“What do you want Yoonie?” He asked seductively, still holding the hybrid’s head near him.

“You Jiminie, I want you” the panther answered confidently. It was true, he wanted all of his boyfriends.

Yoongi had a plan, right after his first time with Joon, he promised himself to get intimate with all of them before his rut, and by the looks of it, he was going to succeed.

“How do you want me Yoonie?” He asked again, this time their lips were barely touching, feeling each other breathing on their mouths.

“How can I have you?” The panther asked back. The boys knew he was still new, he was still trying to figure out what he liked. It was getting to his nerves, he felt frustrated with himself, he wanted to please them too, but he had no idea how to do it. Whenever Yoongi told them he didn’t know it was because he fucking didn’t know!

Jimin noticed the frustration and stress building up in the panther, he didn’t want to tease him or anything, he really wanted to learn about Yoongi’s preferences.

“I’m not teasing babe. I really want to learn what you want Yoonie” the human said, he wasn’t trying to make it difficult for his boyfriend.

Yoongi sighed in exasperation, he let go of the boy and sat on the edge of the bed. He knew that he had to share his thoughts, otherwise his boyfriends remain in the dark about his troubles. With an exasperated sigh, he explained to the human.

“You keep asking me what I want and the thing is, I don’t know what I want, I just know what you show me. The things I knew before were lies and I’m starting anew. I’m sorry Minnie, I'm not mad at you, I am mad at myself, I want to make all of you feel good too, and I feel like I take too much and give too little” he said in a sad voice.

Jimin moved closer to Yoongi, held his hands, and lifted his face to look him in the eyes.

“You give us so much baby. Our relationship is not only about sex, we feel so pleased and happy with you. Yoonie, Do you have any idea how satisfying and happy we feel after you scent us?” He said with so much love in his eyes.

“I’ve never experienced such closeness and calm before. Ever since you joined us I get so much love and attention, never have I ever got so much affection till you showed up” Jimins said fiercely, he wasn’t letting his sweet, beautiful Yoonie feel like that.

“You did that, you made us closer, you made us realize the bond we shared, and also, ever since you are here I am the happiest I’ve ever been. You got us out of our comfort zone and that made us clingier and more affectionate towards each other. I wasn’t used to Joon hugging me first thing in the morning, or Jin joining me in the shower after work, or Jk seating me on his lap during one of his games, or Tae willing to try out different places in the house for sex, or Hobi pinning me to the mirror after dance class. We weren’t used to any of that, it happened after you came to us, you made PDA a necessity and we’ve been so happy because of it. Especially me, I never felt so loved and cherished in my life” Jimin said while looking straight into the panther’s eyes.

It was true though. The boys were close and affectionate before Yoongi, but they had a comfort zone and they barely crossed it. It was only during sex when they allowed themselves to show more affection and care; it was an odd thing to do it out of the intimacy.

When Yoongi came into their lives, he asked for constant attention and care. The hybrid made them realize they were a pack, he made them mates, he showed them how strong and deep their bond was and as a result of that, they became more comfortable sharing their emotions and wants, to show affection without fear or reservations; especially out of the bedroom.

Jimin sometimes struggled, he knew he could be clingy and he had to restrain himself to be so needy, but after Yoongi arrived in their lives, he went around basking in the provided affection and not feeling afraid or ashamed to get turned down, because his boyfriends became comfortable showing the love they had for him. Yoongi did all of that.

“Yoonie baby, you complete us, you make us whole. You are perfect because you are you. And I have no problem showing you anything you want to learn or try, you can ask and I’ll happily give it to you” Jimin said with such passion the hybrid couldn’t stop the soft smile on his lips. It was reassuring to hear it.

“Thanks Minnie,” the panther said and pecked his lips. Yoongi knew all of that, but sometimes his anxiety got the best of him.

Jimin stood up and went to his closet, he took a small black box and sat back down in the bed. He placed the box in his lap, maybe this could ease some of Yoongi's fears.

“You can always say no. I won’t feel bad or offended, I won’t get mad at you and I will definitely won’t stop my clinginess towards you” the human said. The last part elicited a huff from the hybrid. “You said you didn’t know what you what, Can I make a suggestion?” He asked his boyfriend.

“I’d like that” Yoongi said, he wanted to learn and experience and discover his own limits. He felt so secure around them, talking about his sexual preferences was so exciting for him and he had no shame to do so.

“I know Namu hyung told you about toys, would you like to give it a try?” He asked. He opened the box and there were some new toys, still inside their package.

Jimin took them one by one, showing them to Yoongi and explaining to him what they did. There were some butt plugs, vibrators, cock rings, strokers, dildos, and tons of lube.

“Even if we are together and engaging in sexual activities, it is a good idea to have your own toys. There are some that we all share, but we have favorites and sometimes you want to get some solo action and it would be a little awkward to walk to the master bedroom to retrieve it, don’t you think?” Jimin said and laughed at his own joke.

Yoongi was impressed, there were so many to choose from and he was intrigued. He felt something burning in his lower belly, just thinking about all the things he could do and try out was turning him on.

“You can take them, they are new. Try them out, find what you like and when you feel ready, you can share it with us” the human said and handed the box to the hybrid. Yoongi’s eyes grew wide, he couldn't accept them, Jimin bought them for him and he couldn’t just take them.

“Don’t worry, they are not mine. I am the one in charge of buying them and I paid with the card from the shared account. They are technically yours too” he said and placed the box in the hybrid’s lap again. They had a shared account and Yoongi was added when they became boyfriends. They used that card for groceries, house supplies, take-out, and pretty much everything that involve all seven of them, that included the sex gear too.

“Do you want a recommendation?” Jimin offered, it was clear Yoongi was overwhelmed with all the things and he wanted him to feel comfortable asking for help. The panther nodded, he needed some guidance.

“Here, this one,” he said and took the device in his hands, “ it is a vibrator, it is really nice during foreplay, it is not so big and is a good option to start” he finished and gave the plug to Yoongi.

The panther hold the device in his hands and moved it around, watching it with rapt attention. He felt his cheeks blush, but also the arousing heat under his skin at the thought of using a sex toy.

“Can we try?” The hybrid asked, at this point, he was eager to experiment, he was still aroused from their make-out session, and adding a new thing to the mix was making him horny.

“Are you sure?” Jimin asked his boyfriend, just because they were talking about toys, doesn’t mean they have to try them out at that moment. Yoongi was not having it.

“Look, I am horny, I was ready to have sex with you but I got emotional. Now, you gave me this option and I want to try it out” the hybrid was exasperated, he was in sassy Yoongi mode and was taking no shit from anyone. Jimin was surprised at the outburst but quickly recovered. He gave Yoongi a smirk and walked to his bathroom to clean the toy properly first.

He got back with a bottle of lube and the toy and placed them on the bed next to the panther. He sat on Yoongi’s lap surprising the panther and connected their lips. It was a hungry kiss, Jimin took the hybrid’s bottom lip and nip at it, eliciting a moan from his boyfriend. He rocked his hips softly, just giving him a little friction, he used his hands to caress the hybrid’s back lovingly.

The make-out session was going hot and heavy, they were panting for air and the arousal was clear in their scents.

“Off?” Jimin asked while tugging at the black shirt Yoongi was wearing. The hybrid raised his arms in answer and did the same to the boy. They were naked from the waist up, Jimin slightly pushed Yoongi to the bed and straddle his lap. He connected their lips once more, and after an intense kiss, he moved down to his jaw, then his neck, and down his chest. He trailed his boyfriend’s body with soft kisses, some nipping, and hickies. He used his hands to fondle his nipples and he used his hips to keep grinding on Yoongi’s hard cock.

Jimin was so flexible, the way he could bend and still move his body was insane. He stopped his movement and removed the panther’s sweatpants, along with the black boxers. He helped his boyfriend out of the fabric and did the same with his own shorts. He straddled him again and restarted the grinding.

“Yoonie baby, how about I give you a blowjob while you use the vibrator, would you like that?” Jimin asked his boyfriend, he used his most seductive voice. He was a minx and he knew it, he had a way of flirting that made his boyfriend crazy for him.

“Yes,” the panther said between jagged breaths, the pet name going straight to his cock. He was so aroused and Jimin barely touched him, but the prospect of trying something new was too much for the poor panther.

Jimin gave the hybrid some options on how to do it, he could help him with the plug or Yoongi could do it himself. In the end, Yoongi asked for assistance, he’s never done something like that with himself, always too afraid to try.

The human was happy to assist him, he noticed the flushed cheeks, the perked ears, and the blown pupils.

He helped Yoongi to his tummy, he caressed his thighs and lower back, electing soft moans from the panther. He caressed the hybrid’s ass, the soft pale skin looking so beautiful between his hands. He coated his index finger with lube, and teased the panther’s entrance, he pushed past the muscles, there was some moaning and whining, and he waited for his boyfriend to relax. After he saw no pain he moved his fingers. Yoongi was feeling so good, he was getting used to the stretch and he loved it.

Not wanting to give the panther blue balls, Jimin inserted a second finger, he scissored them and when he deemed Yoongi was loose enough, he added a third finger. He used his free hand to caress the panther’s thighs, giving his boyfriend goosebumps. He made sure to properly stretch him, not wanting to cause pain or discomfort.

After he felt Yoongi tensing because of the thrusting of his fingers, he removed them and quickly lubed the black vibrator. He teased Yoongi’s hole a little bit and slowly inserted the toy into his boyfriend. He watched delighted how Yoongi arched his back in pleasure and he felt happy with himself.

“So beautiful Yoonie,” Jimin praised and he couldn’t avoid the smirk on his face when Yoongi whined at the praise.

It was similar to having his boyfriend’s cocks in him. Yoongi felt full, not as much though, but it was pleasurable and it wasn’t uncomfortable at all. He felt Jimin’s hands on his waist and he was gently turned around. When he sat up, he saw Jimin on his knees ready to give him head. He moved closer to his lover and opened his legs, allowing the human to his half-hard cock.

Jimin hummed in acknowledgment and moved forward to place a small kiss on the red tip. Yoongi was ecstatic, the sight of Minnie like that was so erotic, it also ignited something deep inside, he felt in control, and a sense of possessiveness and security engulfed him. It wasn’t a need to control, more so a feeling of belonging and want. He felt the pack bond with Jimin, he recognized him as his mate, and his hybrid part was satisfied at the fact that he could always find a home in his Jiminie.

He felt the human giving teasing licks to his shaft, and before he could protest and ask the boy to hurry, he gasped at the sudden sensation. Jimin turned the vibrator on, he saw with excitement how Yoongi arched his back at the sudden stimulation, he was releasing beautiful moans and he took this opportunity to get his boyfriend in his mouth.

Yoongi was no small, not that any of his other boyfriends were, but for some reason, he always imagined the panther as a little kitten. Yoongi tends to look small around them, but he needs to remember that he is actually really strong and intimidating.

Yoongi was getting desperate, the vibrator was doing an amazing job and his boyfriend was driving him insane. He didn’t even notice his eyes were tearing up, he grabbed the edge of the bed to keep himself in place. It was becoming too much, he had to fight his instincts and not buck his hips in Jimin’s mouth. He was near, he felt the familiar tension in his lower abdomen, he felt himself getting tense, the arousal was getting higher, probably because of the vibrator, and he wasn’t able to hold back.

The human noticed the tension and knew his boyfriend was near, he turned up another level and fondled Yoongi’s balls with his free hand, trying to drive his boyfriend insane. In a couple of seconds, the hybrid came into Jimin’s mouth, he screamed his name, having such an amazing orgasm.

Yoongi was just sensations, his head was floaty and his body was melting, his orgasm hit him like a truck, it was so strong and so satisfying he couldn’t process his surroundings. But it was short-lived, he was getting oversensitive and the vibrator was getting painful. Jimin moved away from the hybrid and turned off the black device. He saw Yoongi laying back in the bed, panting and trying to come back from his climax. He looked so undone, so disheveled and so satiated, Jimin never felt so proud of himself.

It took the panther some minutes to recover his breaths, the room felt stuffy and he was getting tired. However, Yoongi being the considerate bean he is, sat again, Jimin needed him now.

The human was really surprised to see that Yoongi was ready for the second round after some calm minutes, he didn’t believe Joon when he told them about that particular ability their boyfriend possessed.

He took the vibrator from his boyfriend’s ass and gave his cock a couple of hard thrusts with his hands, watching his boyfriend coming so hard had him on de edge, he didn’t need much to finish. Yoongi straddle his boyfriend and guided his cock to his entrance, slowly he sat on the shaft and did the same thing he did with Jin, he fucked himself in his lover. It wasn’t long for the human to reach his orgasm, he filled the hybrid with his cum and started kissing him as he was coming down.

They stayed like that for some time, trying to enjoy the after-sex calm. Jimin pulled out, he didn’t want to leave but they needed to get cleaned up. He grabbed some warm wet towels, a pair of boxers, and a blanket. He removed the comforter, the sheets were unscathed, helping the hybrid to lay on them.

He cleaned his lover carefully, he placed soft kisses here and there, whispering sweet nothings, lulling the panther to sleep. He help the tired boy into his underwear and covered him with the blanket. He joined him and nuzzled him, engulfing his boyfriend in his scent, conveying all the love he had for him through his actions. When he felt Yoongi purring he smiled, he was happy to have his usually grumpy lover in his arms, peacefully resting with him. Sleep soon claimed the human too. What a great first time they had. 

It’s been years since he bought flowers for someone. He was a little nervous, but overall excited. He walked to the music academy to wait for his boyfriend to finish his lessons. Even if they already were together, it was the first time he took his hyung on a date.

The previous night, while they were getting ready for bed he came to the realization that neither of them had taken Yoongi to an official date, he was about to say something to the rest but decided to keep the information to himself and make the most of it.

When morning came, before he could leave to work, he pulled Yoongi aside and asked him if he wanted to go out with him after class, the hybrid blushed at the invitation but agreed nonetheless. Apparently, Namjoon wasn’t taking all of Yoongi’s firsts.

Hoseok thought hard about what to do for their date, but decided to make it simple, the panther enjoyed simple things and it was better like that, to avoid stressing his boyfriend. He appointed some of his dance instructors to his afternoon classes and clear his schedule to have all the afternoon free to enjoy his time with Yoongi. When Jimin found out about the plan, he grew sulky because he didn’t though about it first, nevertheless he helped his sunshine boyfriend with his hair after he showered in the studio.

He made a small detour to buy some flowers, everybody deserves flowers, regardless of gender. He sat outside the music academy holding a beautiful bouquet of colorful gerberas. Because Yoongi was preparing for the annual recital, he took lessons almost every day from mid-morning to late afternoon.

Hobi was just in time, in less than 5 minutes he was greeted by none other than his panther boyfriend. He moved closer and gave the shy hybrid a kiss, he moved back and offer the neatly crafted bouquet to his boyfriend. A small thank you left the panther's lips, he was surprised at the gesture, but also impressed; he felt his cheeks grow warm, and he couldn’t avoid looking at the ground in shyness. He was smitten and flustered, Hobi was so chivalrous.

They got in the car, soft music in the background and the soft orange hue in the sky. It was the perfect scenery for their first date.

It took them 20 minutes to get to Ilsan Lake Park. The place was a green landscape, filled with pretty trees and colorful flowers. It was a little crowded, even though it was a weekday, but they found a bench right in front of the lake and sat there for a long time.

Hoseok held Yoongi close, intertwined their hands, and walked together alongside the road, enjoying the soft breeze and each other's company. Yoongi always felt at ease with Hobi, he had a caring nature and he could let go easily. Being around the sun himself was relaxing and the panther usually ended with tears from all the laughing and joking they did together. Overall, Hoseok was a reassuring presence in the hybrid's life.

After walking for a while, they got some ice cream from a truck near the lake and sat down to enjoy the treat. They watched the stunning sunset, and the lake reflected the light in beautiful soft tones, Yoongi even took some pictures, he knew Jk would love to paint it. Even after the sunset, they remained seated, holding each other close. They decided to go back home when the weather got a little chilly.

When they arrived Jin, Namjoon and Tae were missing. Jimin and Jungkook were cuddling in the youngest studio, he was having a game tournament and Jimin decided to become his personal cheerleader.

Yoongi felt a little grossed out with himself, he stayed at the academy for most of the day, and after the date with Hobi he was a little sweaty. He was taking his shoes off when an idea popped into his head. The sunshine boy was placing the flowers in the living room, he barely noticed when a certain hybrid latched to his back.

“You scared me!” Hope said and placed his hand on his chest, he was surprised by the sudden weight in his body. The human was known to be quite skittish.

“Sorry… by the way, I’m taking a bath,” the panther said in the human’s ear with a soft voice. He nuzzled his boyfriend’s nape and hold him tighter.

“Okay…?” The human answered in confusion, Yoongi rarely voiced mundane stuff like showering.

“Care to join?” The hybrid blurted and kissed the exposed skin of his boyfriend. Hobi froze at the request, he wasn’t expecting Yoongi to invite him so openly.

“Are you sure?” He asked, still surprised by the sudden request. Maybe it was the spur of the moment.

“Yes,” it was a direct confirmation, no doubts, no anxiety, no fear.

“Let’s go then” the human agreed and walked to his room with his boyfriend still on his back.

Hope wasn’t ready at all. When Yoongi invited him to bathe together he never imagined it was for sex, he thought about a sensual make-out session, some touching here and there, but no, his boyfriend had other plans in mind.

They arrived at the human’s bedroom, Yoongi slid down from his back and sat on the bed. He was always respectful about their personal rooms and things, so he waited for Hobi to take some clothes for them. He got shy again when Hobi offered some of his clothing to him, he simply nodded at the offer. He loved wearing their stuff.

They moved to the bathroom, Yoongi sat on the sink, waiting for his boyfriend to fill the tub. Yoongi chose a pink scentless bath bomb, some Epsom salt, and bubbles. He had a thing with scented bath bombs, every time his boyfriends used them the scent stuck to their bodies for some time and it was difficult for Yoongi to ignore the artificial smell, so he prefers the unscented ones because that way he could rub his own scent in his lovers.

The bath turned slightly pink, the bubbles matched the water and a soft melody was playing through the speaker in the room. Hobi loved listening to music when showering, so he installed a small audio system inside. This time, soft R&B was playing through the speakers, creating a seductive ambiance.

As things now stand, Yoongi had no shame or modesty. He locked eyes with his boyfriend and started undressing, a smirk plastered on his face. Hobi was shocked at his boyfriend’s actions, he got flustered, his eyes grew like saucers and his heart was pounding in his chest. He wanted to look away, but it was so difficult. Watching the panther slowly removing his clothes was something he only imagined in his wildest dreams.

The panther stood proudly naked in front of his astonished boyfriend, he moved closer to him and stole a kiss, before the human could react he quickly got inside the bath, covering his body with the bubbles.

Poor Hope was having trouble breathing, he was still processing what happened, his brain was buffering and he felt himself getting aroused. A low and grumbling voice pulled him out of his trance.

“Are you joining me or not?” The panther said smugly. He saw the sunshine boy getting flustered at the bluntness, but after some seconds, he started to undress.

Hobi joined his boyfriend in the tub, and Yoongi moved forward to let the human sit behind him. As soon as Hobi rested his back in the tub, Yoongi quickly press himself to his chest, resting his head on the boy’s shoulder. They stayed there for some minutes, enjoying each other's company.

“Are you sure?” The sunshine asked, he was getting harder by the second and he was ready to give his boyfriend whatever he asked.

“Yes,” was the short answer the panther gave him. He was also getting impatient, his shyness was threatening to make an appearance the longer they stayed there without moving.

The human wasted no time, he pulled the panther closer to him and started roaming his hands through his body. He started on the hybrid’s navel, and he moved his hands through the soft skin, trying to find sensitive spots. The hybrid was still resting his head on his shoulder, soft moans were leaving his lips.

When Hobi moved his hands to the sensitive nipples, Yoongi’s back arched at the pleasing sensation. The human caressed the soft skin with both hands, making the panther squirm a little in his hold. He moved his head forward and placed his lips on his boyfriend’s shoulder, leaving kisses on the exposed skin. Similar to his other boyfriends, he left hickies along the way, making the panther extremely happy.

After some teasing, he moved his hands to his boyfriend half hard cock, he saw how Yoongi moaned at the sensation, even if they were inside the tub, sweat started dripping from their foreheads. Yoongi was panting and moaning, he felt the tension building inside his lower stomach, he was having the time of his life, and suddenly, all movements stopped abruptly.

He opened his eyes in surprise and look back to see his boyfriend, a pout on his lips. Hobi kissed the pout, his boyfriend looked adorable like that and he wanted to keep touching him, but he restrained himself, Hobi knew he could get a little cruel when teasing or edging and Yoongi hasn’t agreed to any of those, so he has to respect that.

“Why did you stop?” The panther whined, he was feeling so good and now he is just frustrated.

“Sorry, kitten. I want to kiss you but I can’t do it in this position” the human explained to the pouting hybrid. He learned from the others that Yoongi was responsive to pet names, he thought of the kitten monicker and decided to give it a try. It work perfectly, as soon as the name left his lips, the panther grew flustered and his cheeks tinted red.

In a quick motion, Hobi help his boyfriend turn around, this time the hybrid was straddling the human’s legs, and he was face to face with him. Hobi moved closer and kissed the panther, it was urgent and lustful, he felt himself grow hard and he was even able to hear the panther’s surprised gasp when his erection poked him in the ass.

A sudden rush of possessiveness overpowered Hope, he detached himself from the hybrid and looked him in the eyes, his pupils were blown and there was an unfamiliar glint in them. He felt his arousal peak, it was so rushed and unexpected that he almost orgasmed at the surprising sensation. The poor sunshine was panting and trying to clear his head, but the panther was making it difficult, he was grinding in his lap, making everything harder.

“Wait, wait, let me recover my breath!” the human pleaded, he was a little spooked at the sudden change, he was trying to make sense of what happened, he felt his skin burn, his heart was pounding painfully and his stomach was twisting in pain. He’s never experienced something like that before, it was so overwhelming and gut-wrenching.

Yoongi stopped his movements immediately. His nose got assaulted with fear and stress, and the comforting sandalwood was replaced with bitter jasmines, like withered flowers. Yoongi got scared too, he saw the fear in his boyfriend and he knew the cause of it. He lifted his body and moved away from his boyfriend. The tub wasn’t so big, so he was only able to put a small distance between the two. His eyes filled with tears and he started hyperventilating, the last thing he wanted was to scare his boyfriends.

“I am so sorry!” he said in a shameful tone, he looked down in fear, he let himself go and didn’t consider his boyfriend’s feelings.

Hobi was confused, the sudden arousal was almost gone, his heartbeat was almost back to normal and his mind was gaining clarity by the second. He tried to make eye contact with the panther, but he was unsuccessful. He saw the increasing breathing in the hybrid, and he needed to do something before the panic attack started.

“Why are you sorry kitten?” He asked the stressed hybrid. He had a mild idea of why Yoongi was reacting that way, but they needed to talk it out to prevent it from happening in the future.

“I didn’t mean to scare you” the hybrid answered in his low voice, he was feeling so guilty and miserable.

“You didn’t scare me” the human assured. Yoongi lifted his head, unshed tears in his eyes and regret all over his face.

“Don’t lie, I know you are scared!” the panther said and pointed at his nose. Sometimes his senses were too acute for his own good.

“I was scared, not anymore,” Hope said trying to calm his boyfriend.

“But you got scared and it was my fault. I am sorry!” Yoongi said, too scared to hurt his boyfriend again.

“Kitten, baby, we are trying things out, we are learning how to do things, stuff like this is going to happen. I am okay, see?” The human offered. It is only natural to make mistakes here and there, is part of the learning process, and it is best if they address and resolve the situations now to avoid further misunderstandings.

“I am so shellfish” the panther answered. He was so eager to try new things out, he wanted all his boyfriends and he didn’t stop to think about them. What a terrible boyfriend he was.

“Of course not. You wanna know why I know it is not true?” Hobi asked back, Yoongi always needs a lot of reassurance. The hybrid gave a curt nod.

“Because, even though you were feeling good and you were enjoying yourself, as soon as I told you to stop you did. That means you are caring and considerate, you care for me and you respected my boundaries. That makes you the opposite of selfish” the human said and smiled, he moved closer and pulled Yoongi in his lap again.

“What was it?” He asked after some silent minutes.

“Pheromones, I didn’t notice they were too strong, I am sorry,” the panther said and hid his face in his boyfriend’s shoulder, trying to deal with the guilt.

“Ahhhh….that is okay, Kitten. I don’t mind them, I just got scared because it was so sudden, my body reacted to them strongly and I wasn’t prepared, that is why I got scared, but now I know how it feels and the reason behind them, so it is okay” Hobi assured, he knew it was pheromones, his other boyfriends told them about them and how aroused they can make you. He wasn’t opposed to the idea of them, but it was so sudden and the way his body reacted to them was simply foreign.

Yoongi started nuzzling Hobi, he started with his neck, he kiss the skin and moved his head from left to right in a soothing manner. When he was satisfied with his work, he kiss him. This time, the kiss was gentler and calmer, it was passionate but not so desperate, just to convey all the love they had for each other.

Hobi moved his hands to his boyfriend's waist, he caressed the soft skin, letting the panther take control of the situation. The hybrid rocked his hips with determination, he was on a mission and he refused to leave the bathroom until he gets what he wants. The human was happy to oblige, he was ready to commit murder if that made Yoongi happy.

The bathroom was filled with moans and small whines, both boys were getting extremely aroused and the build-up tension from their previous make-out session was making everything more arousing. Yoongi was careful, he released some pheromones, but this time he made sure to do it less aggressively and the effect was immediate. As soon as the human got surrounded by them, his logic flew out of the window.

Hobi moved his hands to his boyfriend’s ass, he presses the plush skin with determination, eliciting a loud moan from the panther. Yoongi looked at him and smiled showing his gums, he was pleased with the new course of events and simply said yes, giving his consent.

Not needing lube, Hobi inserted one finger, he waited for the hybrid to adjust and started moving the digit. Yoongi’s back was arched beautifully, his mouth was open, and was moaning in his low voice. The human was entranced, he’s never seen something so ethereal in his life, he was hypnotized.

“Such a beautiful kitten” Hobi praised breathlessly. Yoongi squirmed at the praise and he moved his hips harder.

In no time, Yoongi had three fingers in him, and he was whining and panting, he felt the building sensation and locked eyes with his boyfriend, he was near and he needed Hobi inside him at that exact moment.

“Hobi, please! I-” He begged and his voice cracked at the pleasure he was experiencing. “Please!” He pleaded and rocked his hips harder and faster. He was losing it.

“Such a good boy” the human praised, “Whatever you want Kitten” he barely managed to answer, he was also a panting mess, and watching his boyfriend like that was enough to almost make him cum.

He pulled his fingers out and in no time, Yoongi’s ass was assaulted by the dancer’s powerful hips. The sunshine boy was thrusting like there was no tomorrow, he easily found the perfect spot and hit it with every thrust. Yoongi’s head was hanging back, he could barely hold on to his remaining sanity.

The bathroom was hot and their breathings were ragged, but that didn’t stop them. Hobi was losing strength and his thrusts were getting sloppier. He sensed his boyfriend tighten around him, they were so close.

“So beautiful kitten, such a good boy” The human encourage. The praise made it for the hybrid. He spilled in the water and he also felt his boyfriend coming inside him, he was tired but he kept moving until the oversensitivity was too much.

They were panting and looking lovingly at each other, Hobi moved closer and kiss him, it was more like a peck. They connected their foreheads, breathing heavily, but with huge goofy smiles plastered on their faces.

The water was cold and dirty, the room was getting a little chilly, and no traces of the hot and steamy atmosphere from before. Hobi pulled out and stood up, holding Yoongi by the waist. Very carefully he moved themselves to the shower and opened the faucet. He shampooed his boyfriend, gave the ears a small massage, and used his favorite body wash on the hybrid, making sure to eliminate all remnants from their tub adventure.

After the shower they got into the clothes Hope prepared beforehand and went to bed, Yoongi latched to him once again but this time for a loving scenting session. They fell asleep easily, giving their bodies some rest, being in each other's embrace was heaven.

When Joon went looking for them to get some dinner, he found them cuddling, sleeping soundly, and decided to let them be. Tomorrow they could discuss whatever needed to be discussed. 

Yoongi knew something was going on with his youngest boyfriend. For the last couple of days, he’s been noticing how the maknae tries to avoid him. Whenever he asks him about it, the boy simply answers with ‘I have some things in my head, don’t worry’ and leaves.

In the beginning, he thought Jk was behaving like that with everybody, but after watching him interact with the other boys he realized it was just with him. The hybrid took note of how he wasn’t seating close to him while eating, or how he was avoiding cuddling him to sleep at night, or how every time he wanted to paint with the boy he simply came up with an excuse.

Yoongi was getting anxious, his mind filled with insecurities and fears, What if JK doesn’t want him anymore? The simple thought of his youngest lover not loving him back broke his heart. What was going on with his Kookie?

For the past few days Yoongi has been feeling a dull ache in his chest, it felt like he had some extra weight hanging from his torso, and it was getting more painful as days went by. He couldn’t figure out what it was and he was getting a little anxious.

When he woke up from his nap in the greenhouse hammock with a strong ache, he understood the pain wasn’t his, it belonged to one of his boyfriends. None other than Jk. Almost in perfect synchronization, the others were out, Jin left a note:

‘Yoongs: Me, Tae, and Joon went out for some groceries, Jimin and Hobi are staying late at the dance studio, and Jk is gaming in his room. We’ll be back in a couple of hours. Love you! -Jin-’

The panther stretched and walked out of the greenery. At least he wasn’t alone, his youngest was also there but he was in pain and Yoongi had to fix it as soon as possible.

Taking his chance, Yoongi walked through the house looking for his boyfriend. After searching the kitchen, the master bedroom, and the individual rooms, he walked straight to the boy’s gaming cave/studio. He stood there a little nervous. He never went in without permission, he was well aware that sometimes JK was playing and couldn’t get distracted.

Yoongi placed an ear to the door, trying to catch any sound, it was difficult because the room was soundproofed. He sighed and moved away, maybe this is not the moment to talk to him. As he was turning around to leave, he heard a faint sniffle, it was so faded, almost there, for a moment he thought he imagined it, but then he heard it again, still faint but it was definitely there.

He knocked on the door and waited. No response. He knocked again, no response. The panther was sure that Kook was inside, and he was hurting. He opened the door swiftly, not wanting to surprise or scare his boyfriend. The scent in the room almost made him cry too.

The room was dimly lit, which was weird, Jk was extremely careful with the lighting when playing to protect his eyes, he never had such a dimmed setting. The panther was stealthy, he moved without making noise, exactly like a cat. He saw his boyfriend in the gaming chair, he was resting his head back, eyes closed, his cheeks were stained with tears, soft sniffles leaving his mouth and nose, the uneven movement of his chest, and a strong smell of burnt wood. Cedarwood to be precise.

Yoongi gave some steps back, he didn’t want t scare his boyfriend. He coughed a little bit, just loud enough to make his presence known. It was obvious Kook wasn’t aware of him being there. The human opened his eyes at the sound, instinctively moved his hands to his eyes and wiped the tears, and turned his swivel chair to face whoever was in his studio.

When he locked eyes with his boyfriend he got a little nervous and scared. The dull pain increased at that moment and Yoongi felt like crying. He used all his willpower to conjure a smile, but it was clear he was still distressed by whatever thing that made his youngest so hurt and sad.

“Hyung, What are you doing here?” JK asked and his voice broke. He was trying hard not to cry again but watching the panther was making it difficult.

“Looking for you” the panther answered, he wanted to know what was wrong with his Kookie, and watching him cry alone was devastating.

“Why?” Jungkook asked surprised, he didn’t though his hyung wanted to be around him.

“Because I miss you” the panther tilted his head, he was perceiving the confusion, and that only made him confused.

Jungkook remained silent, he felt pathetic and wanted to be alone, but at the same time he wanted to be around his boyfriend, he missed him too. He didn’t notice he was crying until he felt a pull and in a second he was on Yoongi’s lap on the leather Chesterfield in the room.

He was a sobbing mess, he rested his head on the panther’s neck and cried. He felt so pathetic and childish, he knew it wasn’t Yoongi’s fault but he couldn’t avoid feeling like that.

“What is wrong Bun?” The panther asked worriedly. He started calling him Bun when he found him munching a carrot some weeks ago and he couldn’t stop thinking he looked like some of the bunny hybrids back at the facility.

Jungkook simply shook his head, he felt so embarrassed to tell the real reason he’s been avoiding the panther. Yoongi didn’t pressure, he simply provided comfort, whatever was happening to his lover was clearly stressing him. Not knowing what else to do, he scented him thoroughly, making sure the brunt smell of wood was completely gone from the boy. At least the pain in his chest was less intense and he felt lighter.

The sudden ping on the computer broke the hypnotic silence they were in. Jk stood up and walked to his pc, he read the message and turn it off. Without a word he went back to his hyung’s lap, resting his head on his shoulder. The sudden message was enough to pull him out of his sad state and he got some courage to finally tell Yoongi the reason behind his behavior.

“It is childish” he confessed, even if he was embarrassed, Jk learned a long time ago to never let misunderstandings get in the way of him and his boyfriends.

“What is Bun?” Yoongi asked, he was relieved that he was finally talking to him.

“The reason why I am like this,” he said and buried his face deeper in the hybrid’s shirt.

“If it is making you this sad it ain't childish” the panther assured. Besides Jk could be playful and cocky, but never immature.

“I guess I am jealous,” he said and laughed bitterly. Even when they promised not to get mad or jealous, there he was, feeling angry for being the last to be intimate with his hyung.

“Jealous about what?” The panther had no idea what was going on.

Jungkook sighed, he suppressed all his embarrassment, and explained himself. “Last week I found you and Hobi hyung on the bed, two weeks before that it was Jiminie…I guess…I was just wondering…Why I am last?” The boy said and felt his shame build, he press his face even harder to the hybrid’s shoulder.

Yoongi’s eyes grew like saucers, all this time he thought Jungkook was in pain for something related to his job or something of the sort, not this. The panther had his reasons why he left Jungkook in the end. When he decided to get intimate with his boyfriends there were two things he was sure of, first one: Joon was going to be his first, and second, Kookie was going to be his last.

Don’t get him wrong, he loves the maknae as much as he does the rest of his boyfriends, the reason he left him at the end was also embarrassing. Truth is, out of all his boyfriends, Jungkook is the one that always gives him trouble, the boy had a body of a greek good, he was basically good at everything, he was gentle and kind and he had a fucking sleeve tattoo!

There were times in the past when he found himself getting a boner just watching him play or paint or simply doing something that showed his muscles. He felt so inadequate around the younger, and he was doubting himself. He never thought that JK was having issues because of it. Well, here they are now.

“Sorry for leaving you at the end Bun, I didn’t mean to hurt you,” the panther said and pulled away to see his boyfriend in the eyes. Maybe this is his chance with the maknae. “I was slightly intimidated by you” Yoongi confessed, his face flushed but he didn’t break the eye contact.

“Intimidated?” Jk asked confused, Why the badass hybrid that could change into an actual panther could be intimidated by him? It made no sense at all.

“Yeah…I mean…Look at you! do you have any idea how hard it is to be around you and not feel aroused? Do you know how many times I’ve wanted to be with you, just you?” The panther said shamelessly, he wanted the younger, and his fear of embarrassing himself wasn’t going to stop him now.

“We’ve been alone in the past…” Poor boy, sometimes he was as oblivious as a fish.

“I mean, in a more intimate way” the panther smirked and raised an eyebrow. Jungkook’s confused expression was priceless. An ohhhh left the human’s lips and was quickly replaced with a small grin.

“That doesn’t explain why I am last?” He asked again, maybe he was teasing a little but still wanted to know the real reason.

“Because you are too sexy for me to handle and those fucking tattoos are making it hard for me” the hybrid sassily said, still smirking at the surprised expression in the bunny boy.

“I can show them to you if you want” the human offered. Joon was right, once the maknae gets comfortable he is shameless.

“Will you?” Yoongi asked seductively. The atmosphere in the room changed, it felt hotter and suddenly they were wearing too many clothes.

“Only if you want” the human answered. Yoongi was growing impatient, all the flirting was making him impatient.

“Don’t just talk the talk Bun” he said and moved forward to kiss him.

They started to make out, their lips moved together in sync, like a choreography they knew by heart. Yoongi bit Jk’s bottom lip, the boy moaned and the hybrid took control sticking his tongue in his mouth, exploring it in detail. Jungkook moved his hand to Yoongi’s head and started caressing his sensitive ears, being extremely careful not to pull them. It was so arousing, that they had to force themselves to separate a little bit to regain their air.

Yoongi moved to Jk’s neck, he kissed the skin there and started sucking at the supple skin, leaving a hickey, he hadn’t done it before, he wasn’t sure how to do it, but his mouth did. He moved back to see the mark and felt a possessive instinct in him, before the human could react, Yoongi’s lips were against his skin sucking and leaving another mark.

The panther left some more kisses and hickies, all the while Jungkook was moaning in pleasure with his eyes closed. He felt a small tug at his shirt, he open one eye and saw the hybrid lifting his t-shirt. He moved his arms up, allowing his boyfriend to take off the clothing. As soon as his chest was exposed, he heard Yoongi sighing in surprise.

A small hand started racing through his right arm, it was soft and made his entire body tingle. He watched in amazement how Yoongi was tracing the patterns, from his fingers to his chest. He loved whenever one of his boyfriends appreciated the ink on his body, and he was pleased to know that his Yoongi hyung was also a fan of the art.

He let the panther do his thing. Yoongi was leaving a soft trail of kisses along the arm, trying to give every single masterpiece some love. He was so fascinated by them that he barely noticed Kook’s hands under his torso. When a soft pinch in his left nipple made him moan, he finally moved his eyes from the boy’s arm and looked at his younger lover.

In a silent consent, he lifted his arms and his shirt was instantly removed. Having the younger in his lap was amazing, even if he was a little taller and bulkier, he felt so possessive of him, and the way he could encase him in his embrace made his inner hybrid proud.

Kookie started kissing him, first on his neck, he added some love marks to the fading ones on the hybrid’s skin. He moved down to his clavicles, then his chest, and his lips found a place in one of his nipples. At this point, all the boys knew how much the hybrid loved nipple play. While he was doing so, Kookie rocked his hips, even if he wasn’t a dancer like Jimin or Hobi, he was also quite skilled with his own body.

Yoongi was moaning at the sensation, the maknae made strong and determined movements, there was no teasing, straight to the point.

“Take them off Bun?” Yoongi said it wasn’t a command, more so a question.

“Sure Love” he answered. The boys were trying different pet names with the panther, each one of them had one they preferred. Love was Jk’s favorite for his hyung.

He stood up and undid his pants, he moved a little slower trying to give his boyfriend a show, but it didn’t last, he was known to be a little impatient. In less than a minute, Jungkook was completely naked, completely exposed to his lover and the look he received made him hard.

Yoongi was drooling, watching the maknae completely naked was a reminder of why he prolonged this for so long. He gulped, arousal cruising through his veins, he felt his cock harden at the sight. He wanted the bunny boy now!

Before Jk could sit back down, Yoongi stood up and undress too. His hard-on was completely exposed and Jk being the spoiled brat he is couldn’t avoid the teasing.

“Love, I didn’t know I made you this hard,” he said with his most seductive tone. He moved forward and made the hybrid sit back down. Jk quickly straddled him with his toned thighs. Feeling the muscles around his own thighs made it for the panther. He definitely has a thing for his boyfriend's muscles.

Yoongi captures his boyfriend's lips again, they kissed with hunger and lust, and they were getting breathless. Every touch was like a live flame and they couldn’t help to feel the intensity of the arousal. The panther grabbed the boy from his ass, he caressed the soft skin and pulled him even closer, if that was even possible.

Jungkook was moaning, Yoongi had a way with his tongue and with his hands, he was strong despite the height difference and the sudden urge to get closer to him only made him more aroused. Yoongi was having the same problem, the longer the younger rocked his hips and moaned in his ears, the more he wanted to have him.

“Bun, do you have lube here?” He asked. It would be a shame to stop everything just to go get some lube. The bunny boy nodded between moans and extended his hand to the shelf behind the couch. He gave the panther a small bottle of blueberry lube.

The panther turned in a quick movement, Jk yelped at the sudden movement and he found himself seating on the couch with a panther straddling his thighs. Yoongi loved how strong Kook was, the way he flexed his muscles was a reminder of the extensive hours he spend at the gym.

The panther loved being on top of his lovers, it gave him some sort of reassurance, like a safety net. He felt safe knowing he wasn’t trapped or forced and he could also end things if they became too much. Besides, he really enjoyed being on top fucking his lovers, watching their faces, and setting the pace was a turn-on for him.

Yoongi rocked his body on his boyfriend’s lap, he made sure to move in slow and firm movements, creating friction in his way. He locked eyes with Jungkook, the dark eyes and the strong cedar wood were making wonders to his boner. He held Jungkook’s hands and placed them on his waist, he moved to the boy’s ears and, using his low and raspy voice encouraged him.

“C’mon Bun, show me what you can do,” he said and the boy whimper, he was over the moon.

Jungkook wasted no time and joined the panther’s movements. He also rocked his hips, even lifting the panther on top, the bunny boy is strong enough to move both of them. His grasp on the hybrid’s hips was firm, making sure to keep his boyfriend anchored to his groin. Moans and soft whimpers were the only noises in the room.

Yoongi was as impatient as his boyfriend, he grabbed the lube and showed it to his boyfriend to let him know he had to hurry.

Jungkook laughed at the panther’s antics but followed his boyfriend’s request. He released one hand from his waist and with skilled fingers opened the bottle. He poured some in one of his indexes and this time he moved to the hybrid’s ass. He teased the rim, made sure to spread the lube as much as he could, and pressed it inside the panther.

Yoongi moaned at the sensation, he was becoming quite a fan of it. Don’t get him wrong, he loved to be the one doing it, but also getting his ass fucked wasn’t such a bad idea either.

Kook made sure to thrust his finger enough times before he got the second digit in. Yoongi was arching his back in pleasure. The position was exhausting, but the younger boy showed no signs of stopping soon. When he introduced the third finger he found the bundle of nerves, he hit the same stop mercilessly. It was clear the panther was enjoying it too much, his breathing was erratic, his eyes were closed and his back was arched beautifully. He was close and Kookie could sense it too.

Yoongi was struggling, he was ready to cum but he wanted to do it while having his boyfriend inside of him. The panther was careful this time, he slowly released his pheromones trying not to trigger another one of his boyfriends. As soon as Kookie’s nose perceived the arousing essence, he moved his fingers faster and with more intensity. When the human decided his boyfriend was loose enough, he removed his fingers, eliciting a displeased whine from the panther.

“Don’t worry Love, you’ll be full in no time” the humans assured the disheartened hybrid. Jungkook grabbed his own cock, he used his lubed hand and gave it a couple of pumps, making sure he was hard enough and also lubed up.

He readjusted Yoongi in his lap, the panther held his own weight in his things trying to stay up to allow his boyfriend to position himself. But the bunny boy was taking his time, the panther’s legs started shaking at the effort of holding himself up and he was desperate.

“Bun, You don’t know where to put it?” He asked the boy in a teasing manner. A horny Yoongi is a sassy Yoongi.

“Hyung, I do know where to put it!” Kook answered in a whine. He took his time to make sure his boyfriend was comfortable enough, but after the teasing, he was making Yoongi pay for mocking him.

He pulled Yoongi down in a rapid movement, entering the smirking panther and watching him whine at the stretch. Jungkook smirked this time, his boyfriend wasn’t expecting that and the pleasure that engulfed him was overwhelming. He quickly adjusted to the stretch and started moving up and down.

Jungkook loved the view, the way his boyfriend’s face was tinted red, the jagged breathing, the sweaty torso, the way he moved up and down, and the lustful moans.

Yoongi’s mind was getting a little hazy, his body was barely keeping up with the pleasure his youngest lover was giving him. The pleasure only increased when the bunny boy joined him in the thrusting, making each one stronger. Yoongi was hypnotized by him, he was amazed at the way the arms, thighs, and shoulders contracted with every thrust. Plus the inked arm, the way the tattoos came to life at the movements, the bunny boy was going to be the end of him.

They were close, they could feel it. Kookie made sure to hit his boyfriend’s sweet spot with every thrust, he could feel him clenching inside him and he was starting to have problems keeping up with the brutal rhythm he established. Jungkook placed his hands on Yoongi’s waist and help him up and down his cock, he was also close and wanted to give a mind-blowing orgasm to his sassy boyfriend. A little payback for mocking him.

Yoongi’s legs were hurting at this point, he could barely move anymore, completely exhausted from riding his lover. He was exerting himself and the human noticed.

“No Love, let me” the boy offered and took it upon himself to ram inside him hard. Yoongi was screaming at this point, but made sure to keep encouraging the boy to keep going, stranded and breathless don’t stop, and harder where all Kook needed to keep ramming into him.

Jungkook felt the constant clenching and the built tension, they were about to cum. He grabbed his boyfriend's red and leaking cock and gave it a harsh stroke. That was all the panther needed to cum, his orgasm was so intense his soul left his body, he lost focus and his body was only sensations and pleasure. He screamed Jungkook's name and felt himself getting filled with his boyfriend's release.

Jungkook only increase his pace, he made sure his boyfriend was riding him to his limits, and the moaning and whining were good enough incentives. Yoongi was oversensitive at this point, he couldn’t form coherent words and the pleasure was becoming too much. He started panting and gasping for air, his mind was hardly grasping reality. It was getting a little uncomfortable but before the pleasure could turn into pain, Kook finally came and slowed down and eventually stopped his movement, trying to regain his sanity too.

Yoongi stayed there, with his boyfriend still inside him. He felt himself purr at the satiated sensation that engulfed him. He kissed his lover with passionate tenderness, he was happy and wanted to show it to his boyfriend. He scented him, wanting to leave his mark.

Jungkook got an idea. He was informed by a very excited Jimin about Yoongi's willingness to try some toys. He remains still with his boyfriend scenting him, when he noticed Yoongi was done with his ritual, he felt the hybrid starting to lift his body to pull out, he quickly moved and pulled him down by the waist, making the hybrid squeak at the over sensitivity.

“Bun, that hurts!” the panther said in surprise. He wasn’t ready to be yanked down and his ass was quite sensitive.

“Sorry about that Love, but I was wondering if you wanted to try something out,” the human said, still holding his boyfriend down, making sure he was staying inside him. Yoongi tilted his head in confusion, even if he was a hybrid and could recover quite fast his legs and lower back hurt a little bit. Jungkook was scary strong and his body was feeling the aftermath of it.

“I don’t think I can endure a second round right now Bun” he confessed. Even if he was shameless and sassy, his body was still getting used to having sex. He had to move at his own pace and not force himself too much.

“I’m not talking about a second round Love, just something I was wondering if you’ll like to try,” he said with a hearty laugh at the end.

“What is it?” After everything he’s experienced with his boyfriends he is willing to try new things, as long as they don’t cross his limits.

“Hold on, I’ll show you” the maknae answered and held the panther by his thighs, still inside of him. Yoongi yelped at the movement, his body spasmed a little bit, he was still sensitive but not as much as before.

Jungkook moved to one of his desk’s drawers, Yoongi couldn’t see what it was, so he waited for the human to finish whatever he was doing. It was quick, in no time they were back to their previous position on the couch. Kook moved back to show his boyfriend the thing he retrieved. It was a simple metal plug, nothing too extravagant, almost elegant.

“I was wondering if I could plug you Love,” the human said and watched how Yoongi’s eyes filled with wonder.

When the human explained his plans, Yoongi’s inner hybrid growled in excitement. He knew that if he gets plugged, his boyfriend's cum would stay inside him, and he wanted to be claimed like that. He was well aware his lovers couldn’t smell him as he could, but knowing that he was claimed in some way made him happy.

“Yes Bun, I would love that,” he said. No traces of shame or shyness. Jungkook beamed at the answer and changed positions again.

This time he stood up and placed Yoongi on the Chesterfield carefully. He pulled out slowly and before his cum started dripping from his boyfriend’s ass, he pushed the plug inside. It was such an erotic sight, having the panther properly plugged with his cum inside him made him possessive. He moved forward and kiss the hybrid passionately.

After some make-out session, the boys stood up and their legs were shaking a little bit. Jungkook walked to the small bathroom in the studio and came back with some wet wipes, and helped his boyfriend clean up. He wanted to growl at the sudden moan the panther made after he moved the plug accidentally while cleaning him. Before they left the gaming studio, Jk made sure to clean the leather, if Jin finds out they spoiled the Chesterfield he was sleeping on the roof for a week.

They went to the human’s bedroom and fell asleep. After the relaxing nap, Jungkook unplugged his boyfriend and they took a shower together. Jk got the mandatory scenting and made sure to put Yoongi in his soft sweater and slacks, just to watch how the fabric engulfed his boyfriend's frame cutely. The entourage arrived home some minutes after the pair got dressed again. Yoongi was waiting excitedly for the next time with his youngest boyfriend.

Yoongi’s rut was just 10-12 days away, he already had sex with all of his boyfriends and had a better understanding of what to expect during those three dreadful days. Obviously, there were a lot of things they had to learn and discover about each other, some mistakes were bound to happen and they weren’t sure how or when they were having sex all seven of them. However, for the hybrid's rut they were prepared, they could read Yoongi’s signs and knew what things to avoid. They were still building a dynamic, but in the meantime, it was enough. 

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Yoongi explained to them what to expect from his rut. They had a general idea of what to expect and the panther told them what to do in certain situations, he also explained to them that this was his first rut in years without suppressants and he wasn't completely sure how his body will react this time. They covered all the basics, they bought his favorite snacks, they washed and scented his favorite pillows and blankets, and made sure to distribute them throughout the house; just in case horny Yoongi decides to have a full sex tour in their home.

A week before his rut, Yoongi started to act out. He became so clingy the boys were actually worried about him, they thought maybe he was sick or something like that. Jin had to call his music academy to let them know the panther was taking a week off.

Yoongi's strange behavior had everyone on high alert. For starters, he refused to walk anywhere, he demanded to be carried all the time, he didn't want to sit in another place other than Jin, Hobi, or Joon's laps and if for some reason he was seating by himself, he demanded to have one of the maknaes on his lap. He was constantly scenting them and he even got angry when one of his boyfriends had a shower after getting scented (Poor Hobi was forced to an hour-long scenting, not that he minded)

That wasn't all the strange behavior. Four days before his rut was supposed to hit, Mrs. Man paid them a visit. She informed them about the new development in the case against Mr. Cha and she wanted to know if they were willing to testify against him in court. They agreed to do so, knowing the man almost got Yoongi out of their lives made them angry and they will do everything they could to make him pay.

When the lawyer was leaving, she gave Taehyung a hug, they were friends after all. Yoongi saw red, he felt his blood boil and was ready to jump the poor woman and shred her to pieces. Thankfully he was seated on Hope's lap and the human held him thigh, preventing any carnage in their home. As soon as the front door closed, Yoongi jumped from Hobi's lap and latched himself to Taehyung so strong the boy lost balance and almost fell to the ground, luckily Jk was fast to steady him. The panther didn't notice they almost fell, he cling to the human and started aggressively scenting him, making sure to claim him and no other hybrid or human could lay hands on him. They were his mates, for fucks sake!

They all had a hard time adjusting to the clinginess. Namjoon had to ask one of his assistants to bring all the manuscripts to his house so he could work from his home office. Yoongi refused to stand up from his lap, even after Joon told him he could go with him to the office, the panther growled and pretty much tackled him to the chair, threatening the human. Joon had to work for several hours with Yoongi tucked in his lap, it was hard but he managed.

There was also the almost panic attack he got when Jin called them to tell them he was getting late that night. Jimin was talking with him on the phone and Yoongi's advanced hearing picked up the conversation, when he heard the terrible news, he snatched the phone from the human and started crying to his boyfriend, asking if wasn't coming back and if the was leaving him. It took a lot of comforting and reassuring words from the eldest and the soft tactile comfort from the other boys to calm the poor panther down. That night he slept on top of Jin to make sure he wasn't leaving in the middle of the night.

The hybrid broke down in tears early in the morning. He woke up and he instantly noticed his sunshine was gone. He ran through the house looking for him. His inner hybrid was panicking and Jk had to physically hold him down to prevent the panther from running out of the house to look for the strained sunshine. Hobi went out to pick up a package he order some days prior, but for Yoongi's inner hybrid it felt like abandonment, his boyfriend left him and he wasn't properly scented, how the other hybrids will know he already has a pack? As soon as Hobi got back inside, he was tackled by a distressed panther, he was aggressively scented and the boys couldn't stop laughing at the angry 'you must smell like me or bitches may think you are single!' the hybrid kept repeating to his sunshine boyfriend.

A day before his rut hit, the maknae made him cry. He got back from a business meeting but he was angry because some things weren't going as planned. When the bunny boy walked through the front door, he was on his phone clearly angry and exuding a pungent scent of rage. Yoongi sensed it and walk to him, trying to calm him down, but Jk was so angry he didn't notice the hard tone he used with the hybrid. Poor Yoongi ran to his room and locked himself in, thinking his youngest boyfriend was angry at him. Jk got slightly scolded by Jin and he stayed outside the panther's bedroom for almost an hour. When the youngest convinced his boyfriend to open up, he regretted his attitude seeing the tear-stained face on the hybrid, he assured Yoon that he wasn't mad at him, even if the panther ever did something bad, Jk would never get angry at him. They took a long nap after that.

Joon, now a hybrid expert, talked to a doctor about the behavior of his boyfriend. The doctor assured him it was completely normal. Yoongi was taking zero suppressants for this rut and it was his body trying to adapt to it after many years of using them. Suppressants are meant to be taken during pre-rut and rut days, that way they reach the peak of effectiveness and help the hybrid during those painful days. This time, Yoongi's body was trying to deal with all the hormones and changes without the help of the medicine. The boys understood all of this, but it wasn't so easy, they still have a lot to learn about his beautiful, grumpy, clingy hybrid boyfriend.

Jin was surprised to wake up to Yoongi grinding in his sleep. The previous night he asked Jin to sleep with him in his room, he felt cramped in the master bedroom but didn't want to go to sleep alone. The eldest happily agreed to join him.

Mr. WWH was spooning the moody hybrid, he was peacefully sleeping, it was his day off and he wanted to stay in bed for a long time. His dreams were short-lived when he felt a perky ass rocking against his groin. He opened his eyes and noticed the panther was still asleep.

Yoongi never made anything like this and it was clear he was in rut. If the actions of the hybrid were not enough proof, the flushed and warm skin was, not to mention the sweet smell of tangerines that engulfed both of them.

Jin tried to wake the hybrid, but Yoongi was deep asleep. After some contemplation, the older decided to help his boyfriend's obvious erection. He held the panther close and snaked his hands to Yoongi's hard cock. The boy whimpered in his sleep, not expecting the friction. He was moaning and after some touching, he opened his eyes.

He kept rocking his ass on Jin's groin, making him hard. It was obvious the panther was having a wet dream and now his dream became real.

"Good morning Darling," Jin said in Yoongi's ear, his voice was a low and raspy whisper that only made the panther get more aroused.

"Hyung!" He whined in pleasure, he was loving the way his hyung was touching him, but he needed more.

"What is it Yoongi-ah? Tell hyung what you want" Jin asked back. He was being extremely careful, he knew that during his rut, the panther was going to have a hard time focusing and giving consent but he was going to try.

"Please hyung, harder" the panther whimpered.

"Whatever you wish darling" Jin agreed.

They talked before his rut hit, Yoongi told them about the things he was agreeing to do during those days, he gave them consent in advance because he knew it was going to be hard to do so while in rut. The boys weren't sure at first, but Yoongi literally made a list of things they could do and they didn't need consent, because it was going to be hard to do so in his horny and daze mind. The hybrid reminded them that they agreed to help him and this was the way to do so, beside he was completely trusting them and he knew they were never going to do stuff he hadn't agreed beforehand.

Jin moved his hand with determination, making sure to give the hybrid's leaking cock a proper stroke. Yoongi's neediness was getting satiated, even if he wanted to go further, for the moment it was enough. The panther came after a couple of minutes, Jin felt the warm cum in the panther's clothing and his own hand, he wanted to stand up to grab something to clean the mess, but the hybrid didn't allow him.

Yoongi turned around to see his boyfriend, before the human could react he had a really aroused panther straddling his lap. The hybrid was rocking his hips once more, he was ready for round two and Jin was flabbergasted, how can the hybrid be ready again that fast?

Yoongi had merciless hips, his grinding was powerful and determined, he made Jin hard in no time and he smirked to himself. He was proud to see his boyfriend so debauched at his movements. Feeling a little constricted he removed his clothing in record time and started tugging at Jin's shirt too. The human allowed his boyfriend to undress him, he was also getting needy, and watching the beautiful sight of a naked Yoongi was so erotic.

The panther had a moment of clarity in his heated dazed mind, something inside him told him to slow down a bit. He took a breather and looked at his slightly startled boyfriend.

"Can I fuck you hyung?" He bluntly asked. His mind was mush, his body was fighting hard against his instincts, and he could barely make sense of the situation at hand, the only thing he could process was the pain he was experiencing. He needed to release soon.

"You can do whatever you want darling" Jin encouraged his boyfriend, he saw the effort Yoongi was doing to keep himself grounded and not let his instincts take over. The human was smitten, even in his rut-driven state, the panther was so caring that he made sure to ask for his permission first. Yoongi is such a sweetheart.

They were ready, they stock all the rooms with lube and a different plethora of toys, just to make sure the panther had all the things within hand reach. They also agreed to help the hybrid in their personal rooms, they knew Yoongi wasn't ready to be with all of them together yet.

Yoongi barely moved away from his boyfriend, he grabbed the lube that was resting on the nightstand table and got to work. He moved forward and claimed Jin's lips, the kiss was intense and lustful, and his hands roamed through his boyfriend's body.

Yoongi love the foreplay, the soft touches, and the way his boyfriends moved their hands around him, giving soft caresses and loving reassurance. This time it was different, this time he was driven by the need to fuck and mate. There was a moment for sensual foreplay, sexy touches, and encouraging words, this was not the time.

He was in charge on this occasion, he saw Jin moaning and panting and that made him harder. He stopped his grinding, he moved back, and help his boyfriend to open his legs. He was a smart hybrid, he learned a lot from his previous sexual encounters, which is why he grabbed one of the pillows and placed it under Jin's lower back to have a better angle. He coated his finger in lube and locked eyes with the human, his gaze was dark and sensual, it was so erotic to have his boyfriend in that position. Not looking away he started teasing the rim and in no time he inserted the first finger in his boyfriend and watched with delight the way he arched his back.

He started thrusting in and out at a merciless pace, never breaking eye contact. Jin was hypnotized, he's never seen such a dominant and feral look in Yoongi and he couldn't look away, it was so arousing, he let the hybrid take control and do as he pleased.

In no time, the panther had three fingers inside his boyfriend and he was ready to fuck him good into the mattress. In a swift motion he pulled out and scurried closer to the boy, he felt so powerful and aroused, he was so near, but he wanted to cum inside his boyfriend, his inner hybrid needed that.

He added more lube to his already wet fingers and gave his own cock a harsh stroke, in a second he was already inside Jin. He waited some seconds and he started thrusting his hips at an animalistic pace. It was heaven, he felt the tightness around him, the delicious black oak and lavender filled his nose and he felt like floating. He found Jin's sensitive spot and hit it relentlessly.

Jin was experiencing so much pleasure he couldn't form coherent words, just choked moans and screams were leaving his lips, he was so close and the way Yoongi was fucking him had him seeing stars.

A loud Jinnie and Yoongi reached his climax, and as soon as the human felt himself getting filled, he released too. The hybrid didn't slow down his pace, he made sure to fuck his boyfriend as much as he could. Jin was getting oversensitive and Yoongi noticed, his mind got a little clearer after he orgasmed and he was starting to slow down. After he felt satiated, he pulled out of the boy and rested next to him. He was panting and he looked to the side to watch his boyfriend.

Jin was a mess, the way he came and the intensity rebooted his brain. It was really hard for him to cum untouched, and the fact that Yoongi just gave him one such satisfying orgasm was mind-blowing.

"Are you okay hyung?" Yoongi asked a little concerned, his boyfriend wasn't answering and he was afraid he hurt him.

"Let me catch my breath darling" he answered the panicked panther. It was hard to believe that it was only 8 in the morning and he had such amazing sex.

"Did I...hurt you?" Yoongi asked in a whisper. Guilt and shame were starting to creep up inside him but he was quickly reassured.

"Not at all. That was amazing Yoongi-ah. We definitely need to do that before your rut ends" Jin answered with a cheeky smile. It was all Yoongi needed to relax.

Yoongi stood up and got a wet towel, just like his boyfriends did with him, he lovingly cleaned his Jin hyung, making sure to leave a trace of kisses along his body. He cuddle his hyung and they fell asleep, waiting for Yoongi to get horny again.

Yoongi's rut was a mixture of sex drive, possessiveness, long and sensual scenting sessions, cuddle piles, growling, and bratty behavior. The boys were expecting a horny hybrid chasing them through the house, instead, they got a mildly horny hybrid that refused to walk on his own.

After his morning sex session with the eldest, Jimin went to retrieve them for breakfast. Yoongi cling to Minnie and pretty much demanded to be carried to the kitchen. The poor boy had to bribe him with ice cream to convince him to wear at least some boxers, just to save some of his decency, not that Yoongi minded being stark naked in front of his boyfriends. A Yoongi in rut is unbothered about such mundane stuff as clothing.

It was strange, breakfast went by like any other day, and the boys were watching the panther closely, just to make sure he was okay. The hybrid was happy eating in Jimin's lap, his skin was warmer and slightly red, but other than that he seemed normal...Until Jimin's bladder decided to act up.

When the dancer lifted Yoon to go to the bathroom, the panther growled at his boyfriend and sat back down with a lot of force the poor boy almost peed himself right there.

"Please hyung, I need to pee" Jimin begged with the stubborn panther. Yoongi simply shook his head and made a nut-hu sound; Jimin looked at the rest of the boys and pleaded with his eyes.

Namjoon took mercy on his boyfriend and moved closer to the panther, in a quick movement he grabbed him and place him on his lap. Yoongi's disheartened expression only lasted a second, as soon as he was properly held by his boyfriend he relaxed and continued with his food as if nothing had happened.

The day move slowly, the boys were coming and going, it was the beginning of the week and the majority had work. Joon decided to keep working in his office, he wasn't going to get back until Yoongi's rut was over.

He was working on a poetry draft, it was a little wonky and the way it was redacted made his head hurt, but he had to do it sooner or later. He was so focused he barely noticed the door opening and a panther seating on his lap.

"Yoon, you have to knock" Joon lightly scolded. His boyfriends know not to enter without doing so.

"I did!" The panther whined, he actually knocked three times. If he weren't in his rut, he would probably leave after the second knock knowing that his boyfriend was busy, but right now he needs Namjoon's attention. Like right now!

"Sorry about that baby, I didn't hear you," the dimpled boy said, still not looking away from the manuscript.

The panther was getting a little ticked off because Joon wasn't giving him the attention he deserves, but he will let it slide. For now.

He sat in Joon's lap like he always did whenever he was working, he nuzzle his neck and rested his head on his shoulder trying to get some sleep.

He managed to squeeze maybe 25 minutes, but his arousal came crashing down. He felt his lower stomach burning, he felt his body getting warmer, his face was flushed and a sudden need to touch his boyfriend overpowered him. His own tangerine scent was becoming too much, even for himself.

Namjoon is as oblivious as a toast. The human only acknowledges the mood change after Yoongi started kissing his neck and sucking at the sink. He lifted his eyes from the words and tried to push the hybrid a little bit, Yoongi was having none of it. He cling to his boyfriend with everything he had, he growled at him in a warning tone and Joon froze under him. Yoongi kept leaving hickeys in his boyfriend's exposed skin trying to make them as visible as possible.

The panther moved back and locked eyes with the human, before the man under him could say anything, his lips were assaulted by a clearly horny panther. The make-out session was heated and passionate, Yoongi moved his hands along Namjoon's toned chest and Joon did the same. He got his hands under the panther's shirt and caressed his nipples, giving them a small pinch. Yoongi moaned at the contact, his skin was flushed and he was starting to sweat.

"Don't tease Joon" he warned, it sounded more like a plea. It was evident the hybrid was getting desperate and needed his boyfriend's help asap.

"I won't baby" he answered and kissed him back. He moved his hands to Yoongi's waistband of his boxers. They had to convince and bribe him again to wear at least a shirt. He did with a pout and a clear it's coming off soon.

In a rapid motion, Yoongi's boxers were lying on the floor, his shirt was starting to stick to his flushed and feverish skin and he was getting desperate. The panther pulled Namjoon's shirt up and exposed his chest. Yoongi loved Namjoon's chest, it was strong and well build, he loved to be encased in those buffy arms, but right now he wanted to mark him as his. The hybrid wasted no time and latched his lips to the toned chest. He started to lick and mark with the precision of a surgeon. Namjoon was panting and moaning, allowing his boyfriend to do as he pleased with him.

Yoongi's erection was getting painful, his own arousal was strong and he couldn't avoid the whimper, it was pitiful and sad.

"Baby, what is it?" Namjoon grew worried, he was afraid they were moving fast and Yoongi's foggy mind was not allowing him to slow down.

"Namjoon, touche me.... NOW!" The panther roared and locked eyes with the human. He wasn't playing and he need to cum soon or heads would roll. Namjoon saw the threatening gaze and he decided to speed up.

He grabbed Yoongi's ignored cock and with strong and fast strokes started pumping him. Yoongi arched his back, his eyes rolled to the back of his head and he felt his body tremble at the building tension in his lower body.

"Cum baby!" Namjoon encourages with his sexy low voice. He was also getting aroused, having Yoongi in his lap, arching so beautifully and near his orgasm was a turn-on.

Yoongi reached his climax in no time, a mixture of ahhh and fucks filled the room and the panther was feeling so sated. Joon kept milking him until he was sure Yoongi was properly spent. Namjoon opened the drawer in his desk and retrieve a package of wet wipes, knowing that it was going to happen sooner or later.

He was finishing wiping his boyfriend when Yoon started gridding on him again. Namjoon's eyes were wide; When Jin told him that Yoongi was ready for the second round in a matter of seconds he had a hard time believing it, but there he was, with a horny hybrid grinding on him again. Namjoon was ready to give the panther as many hand jobs as his rut demanded, but Yoongi had another idea, a hand job wasn't gonna cut it.

Yoongi started rutting harder against Namjoon, he looked him straight in the eyes and in a silent command told the human what he wanted. The hybrid kept his gaze on his boyfriend and watched with so much lust. The panther stood up to give some space for him to remove his pants, but as soon as the human was completely naked he sat back down. Yoongi's intense glare was making Namjoon lose his composure, it was so lewd and erotic that it send shivers down his spine. He retrieve the lube from his desk drawers and was about to hand it to the hybrid, following the event in the morning it was clear Yoongi wanted to be in charge, however, Joon was surprised when the hybrid pushed the lube back into his hands.

Not questioning the panther's action and observing the desperation building up in his boyfriend, he coated his fingers, and soon enough he had prepped Yoongi enough to enter him. Yoongi lifted his body and sat on Joon's cock, he moved up and down with some difficulty, but his arousal was stronger, he fucked himself and never broke the eye contact he had with the human. Even if Yoongi was bottoming, it was evident he was in control, so Namjoon allowed his boyfriend to take whatever he needed from him, he placed his hands on his waist and aid him in his movements. The panther came a second time in less than 15 minutes, he felt content and satisfied.

After he managed to calm down a little bit, he finally felt the wet wipe in his tummy, an attempt of Namjoon to clean him a little bit. Joon was about to lift him up, but similar to the scene during breakfast, Yoongi forcefully sat back down and growled, Namjoon had no other choice but to let the panther cockwarm him even after he came inside him.

The poor human wasn't able to focus on his work anymore, he moved to the leather couch in the office, still inside Yoongi, and sat down. He covered themselves with the warm blanket on the sofa and fell asleep lulled by the content puffs of air hitting his neck. What an interesting couple of days were waiting for them.

The rest of the day was spent with Yoongi getting passed between his boyfriends. After the one that went to work came back, they were forced to a sensual scenting session and maybe some blowjobs. Overall, the first day of Yoongi's rut passed without any major incidents and a very happy and satiated hybrid.

Morning came and Jimin was anxious. The previous night Yoongi asked him to sleep with him, even if he was one of the kinkiest, he was a little scared. He hated to do stuff without clear consent and Jin told them how Yoongi woke up the previous morning. The poor mochi had a lot of trouble falling asleep and when morning came he was a bundle of nerves.

Obviously, Yoongi noticed the stress in his sweet boyfriend, and even his arousal was placed aside to aid his troubled boyfriend.

Contrary to common belief, a hybrid in rut or heat is not only hormones, pheromones, and instincts, they basically function as a mechanism to protect the species by procreating, but it is also a way of bonding and strengthening the pack dynamics and partnership.

That is why Yoongi woke up concerned about his Jiminie, his inner hybrid was screaming at him to protect and care for his mate. A sudden possessiveness engulfed the panther and he needed to fix whatever was happening with his baby mochi.

Yoongi held Jimin close, he was the big spoon and his protective instincts were taking over. He nuzzled the boy's neck and scented him with strong and determined movements. He noticed the boy relax under him and that gave his inner alpha reassurance that he protected his mate from whatever threat was coming after him.

They stayed there for quite some time, Yoongi constantly caressing his Jiminie and providing comfort. It was until Jimin stopped exuding fear and uneasiness, that Yoongi's arousal made an appearance.

Yoongi was getting aroused, having his boyfriend so close and protected under his embrace was a turn-on, he loved the boys with all his heart and his body was catching up with the need to fuck him then and there.

Jimin gasped at the feeling of something poking his ass, he could feel Yoongi moving his hips and he knew what was happening next. He tried hard to convince himself that Yoongi had consented to all of this and he also knew that it was painful for him, but if he was doing it, at least he was going to watch intently at the hybrid, to make sure he wasn't in pain or something of the sorts.

He fought against the high grip the hybrid had on him, he wriggle a little bit, only making Yoongi more aroused at the friction

"Let me see you Yoonie" Jimin begged in his cute and small voice. The panther allowed him to turn and face him. Who wouldn't want to see such an angelic face in the morning?

Jimin saw the blown pupils, the red skin, and the smirk. He felt something building up inside him and all his worries were thrown out of the window. Yoongi was still rocking his hips, he was grinding against Jimin's semi-hard cock, he preferred his ass but he wasn't going to say that.

Jimin joined him on the grinding, soon enough both of them were hard. Without a warning, Jimin straddled the panther, he was on top of him, still gridding his powerful hips.

Yoongi couldn't take his eyes off the boy, Jimin was so ethereal, the soft moans and the thrusting were so alluring that Yoongi doesn't know how he didn't orgasm just by watching him. Jimin moved his hands and lifted his hips, removing the boxers Yoongi was bribed to wear the previous night before sleep. He was completely exposed to his dancer boyfriend and Minnie wasted no time moving to his chest and giving him a couple of love marks.

Yoongi was panting, he was near but he needed Jimin to touch him, sensing the desperation, the human moved his body down. He held Yoongi's thighs open with his strong hands and took his leaking cock with his mouth.

It was clear there was no room for teasing or playing too much, the panther was horny and the desperation was clear. Jimin released one of his hands from his thigh and help himself to stroke whatever didn't fit in his mouth. He moved his tongue alongside the shaft, taking as much as he could. He bobbed his head up and down at a fast pace, he locked eyes with the hybrid and made slurping noises that were a clear turn-on for his boyfriend. Yoongi didn't need too much, in no time Jimin's mouth was filled with his cum and the panther's moans fill the room.

Jimin was smitten, he knew how much his panther needed to release and how desperate he was, but not even once did Yoongi make an attempt to bulk his hips or grabbed his hair to push him harder. Jimin appreciated the care and consideration the panther had, even in his dazed rut head.

Yoongi was panting, he felt so amazing, but his rut was relentless, he was getting a second wave of need and unconsciously started to whine. Jimin stood up and retrieve some items to aid his horny boyfriend.

He showed the panther the item and Yoongi was excited to see it. The panther turned around, exposing his hole to his boyfriend, ready to get a second try with the toy. Jimin laughed at the eagerness the panther was showing but decided to indulge him, it was clear the poor panther was barely holding up with his aroused state.

In no time, Jimin shoved the vibrator inside his boyfriend, he turned up and saw Yoongi arching at the feeling, he helped him turn around, this time they were trying something different.

The human moved next to Yoongi, who was panting and releasing small ohhhs at the delicious sensation in his ass. Jimin presented his ass to his boyfriend and handed him the lube, telling him what to do.

Yoongi's mind was floaty, he could barely understand what was happening, but he managed to prep his boyfriend properly. Jimin was moaning and whining at the intense feeling of the panther's fingers inside him, watching his boyfriend so messy and nearly reaching his climax for the second time was enough to pull Jimin to the edge.

Yoongi pulled out his fingers and he was slightly pushed to the bed's headboard, he rested his back against it and in no time he had his boyfriend riding him. The stimulation in his ass and the beautiful human fucking himself on him were enough to have Yoongi seeing starts in no time. He filled his boyfriend and kept trusting hard until his Jiminie came too. It was after Jimin's sensitive ass started to hurt that he turn down the vibrator. Yoongi barely registered the fact that he came a second time inside his beautiful boyfriend.

They started like that for a while, Yoongi scented his boyfriend and he was feeling proud and content. They were enjoying the peaceful and calming morning until Jk barged in the room, it was so sudden and Yoongi couldn't avoid the growl that left his lips. That was his Jiminie and only his. Poor Jk scampered away scared, he's never seen such an intimidating face in his panther boyfriend.

Some minutes later Jin called them to breakfast, he made sure to stay out of the room to avoid getting growled like his youngest boyfriend. If Jimin left the vibrator inside Yoongi that is for them to know.

Jimin wanted to tease Yoongi the entire morning, he had the control in his shorts pockets, but he stopped himself from doing so, even if Yoongi was in a perpetual horny mood, he knew it was painful for his boyfriend and the last thing he wanted was to cause him pain and discomfort, especially during these rough days where the hybrid was going through so many hormonal shifts. He sadly handed the panther the control. Maybe they could try it after Yoongi's rut. However, it proved to be quite effective for certain sunshine.

The maknae was the only one at home with their panther, they were watching a movie but fell asleep in the middle of it. Hope got home to the cutest and most lovely scene. Yoongi napping and being the big spoon and Jk looking like an angel. Even If the youngest was buff and strong, he still looked like the shy boy they meet back in college.

Yoongi woke up to see his sunshine boyfriend smiling at them, he was sweaty and his strong sandalwood scent was hypnotizing. He let go of his youngest and moved to his Hobi, he hugged him tight and started scenting him. Different from other times, he was only able to smell Hobi, his scent was so alluring and he couldn't ignore the tension building in his lower stomach.

"Though you were getting back at 4," the panther said in his husky voice, he was trying really hard not to jump his sunshine.

"I was, but the class ended early. I still have to work on the choreography" the human answered and pulled his boyfriend closer. "Why don't you go back to sleep with Kook?" he offered, he pretended not to see the disappointed look in his boyfriend. Yoongi pouted at the offer and moved closer to his boyfriend.

"I'll go with you" the panther stated. He detached himself and went back to Jk, he gave him a loving kiss on the forehead and made sure to tuck him in properly, always feeling extremely possessive over him.

The dancer lead the hybrid to the dance studio. Yoongi sat down on the couch next to the audio system. He watched with amazement at Hobi's movements, they were sharp and precise, but he had a certain grace to them, it was different from the way Jimin moved but just as captivating.

Yoongi was drooling, watching his boyfriend move with such dexterity was a complete show. When the hip thrusts came into the picture, Yoongi lost it. He felt himself getting extremely turned on, his hard-on was getting painful and he couldn't take his eyes away from the beautiful human in front of him. On top of that, the strong sandalwood mixed with his tangerines was so intoxicating, he thought he got an aneurism right there.

As soon as the human stopped a little to catch his breath and get some water, he was assaulted by a hungry hybrid. Yoongi pretty much yeeted himself in his arms and the human was fast enough to catch him before the hybrid could fall to the ground. He hugged Yoongi by his thighs and locked their lips in a searing kiss.

It was after they pulled back to regain their breaths that Hope noticed that Yoongi was only wearing one of Tae's long hoodies and the butt plug Jimin placed inside him in the morning, nothing else. He moved backward until Yoongi was pressed against the wall mirror. They were making out like a pair of horny teenagers, hands all over each other and clear arousal consuming them.

While they were kissing, Yoongi pulled the control from the front pocket of the hoodie and handed it to Hobi. The human took it and turned it on, watching his boyfriend moan at the sensation. The hybrid was panting and whining, he was near, he had to endure one of Hope's dancing sessions and now he was getting blue balls. Hobi moved them to the ground, he kneeled and Yoongi straddled his legs, as soon as they were safe on the floor, Hope started stroking his boyfriend, the panther only needed a couple of strokes to cum. He definitely loved the vibrator up his ass.

After the sunshine made Yoongi cum for a second time, he lifted up and walk to his bedroom. He was getting a little sticky in his clothes and wanted to have a more adequate scenario to help his boyfriend.

He placed Yoongi down, the panther was face down, and with his boyfriend's help, he got the vibrator out of him. He wasn't pleased with it, he liked the sensation of being full, but his boyfriend was quickly fulfilling his desires.

Hope helped Yoongi to get on all fours, he was a little nervous to do so. Even if Yoongi had agreed to that position before his rut hit, the human was still unsure to do so.

"Kitten, are you sure?" The sunshine boy asked once again. It was such an alluring view, having the panther in that position, fully presenting himself to his boyfriend, but still, it was the first time they do it like that.

"Yes, Hobi, now!" The hybrid was near and he wanted to cum with something inside him.

"As you wish kitten" Hope answered and got to it.

Of course, he used enough lube and in no time he was ramming inside his boyfriend's ass. Yoongi was on cloud nine, he could feel his sunshine getting deeper and the way he was hitting his sensitive spot was hallucinating. Hobi held Yoongi's thighs and used them to give deeper thrust, not that it was necessary, the panther reached his climax in no time.

Yoon was getting a little oversensitive, but his boyfriend hasn't cum yet, so he joined him in his movements, trying to take the sunshine to his orgasm. It worked, in no time Hobi was filling his boyfriend and to Yoongi's surprise, he orgasmed again alongside him.

Once the human was done, he pulled out quickly, before Yoongi could protest. The panther whined at the sudden loss, but it was quickly replaced with a low hiss.

"Hobi! Get back inside me, now!" He demanded in a deep tone. Hobi got shivers at the command, but he tried to placate his boyfriend.

"I will Kitten, just a second," the human said. He got to his dresser and retrieve a plug. This was longer than the one Yoongi was wearing throughout the day and that only made him happier. Of course, he wanted to stay inside the panther, but he was tired from dance practice and he started to run on fumes. Besides, Yoongi didn't seem to mind being plugged, at this point, everyone knew that Yoongi loved the sensation of being filled.

"Kitten, Can I?" He asked showing the toy to his boyfriend. Yoongi's angry pout was quickly replaced with a bright smile.

"Yes," he answered happily and moved his hips forward to encourage his boyfriend to move faster. Yoongi loved the feeling, and the fact that Hobi's cum was still inside him appeased his inner hybrid's desire to be marked.

Hobi took him to the bathroom and gave his boyfriend a long and loving bath. He caressed him while he washed him and he even gave him a handjob, just to mollify him. They had to shower afterward, but it didn't matter. Yoongi was happy and satiated and Hobi felt so proud of himself to provide for his boyfriend during his rut. And it was only day two.

Yoongi told them his rut lasted three days, he had a really controlled cycle because of the suppressants he was taking, so it was finally the last day of this cycle. Till now, the second day was the hardest one, not only with the sex drive but also with the possessiveness and the bratty behavior. Especially the amount of bribing they had to do to convince the panther to at least were a pair of boxers, even if they weren't his. Poor Jk got his underwear drawer raided by the no-so-happy panther.

When Yoongi woke up on his third day of rut, he was feeling quite emotional. Different from the other two days, he was in need of constant affection and tactile comfort. That night he slept with Joon and Tae, but he woke up crying because the rest of his boys weren't there with him. When TaeTae managed to understand all the whining and wailing of the distressed hybrid, he texted the rest of the boys to his room to hug the hybrid.

They stayed there for quite some time, until Joon, Jimin, and Hobi informed him they had to go to work. Yoongi was having a hard time trying to process it, he had to convince himself they were not abandoning him and they were coming back home soon. He scented them aggressively and he even made them take some of his clothing, to keep his scent on them. The boys happily agreed to do so. If that gives his boyfriend some peace of mind, they were willing to take his entire wardrobe.

Jin sat him in his lap during breakfast and lunch. Yoongi had to be carried or hugged throughout the day. Tae and Jk made sure to constantly whisper sweet nothing and reassuring words at any given moment, especially after the oldest boyfriend had to leave for work.

It was mid-afternoon and they were playing some video games, he was not so good as his boyfriends but they were having a good time, laughing, joking, and pretty much enjoying each other's company.

That was until Yoongi felt a sudden rush in his lower abdomen, it was obvious what it was but as his rut was ending, he thought it was going to be more the emotional side rather than the sexual. The doctor at the facility told him once about rut with suppressants, they are controlled and the sexual libido is almost completely subdued, but without them, it is a mixture of everything and you can get either of them at any given moment. He was feeling hot and his skin was itching with so much clothing.

He stood up and walked to the kitchen, he filled a glass with ice and started pressing it against his burning skin. The feeling was refreshing and he didn't realize he was moaning until he heard Tae's voice.

"You could've told us hyungie," Tae said in his seductive and sultry voice. He moved closer to his boyfriend and grabbed a cube of ice, he started pressing it against his exposed neck. Yoongi moaned at the feeling, watching his boyfriend's dark eyes was doing wonders to his body.

Soon, Jk joined them too. He was behind Yoongi, he took a cube of ice and started rubbing it against his nape and exposed skin. The panther was whining and he had to hold Tae's shoulder to keep himself steady.

The two youngsters placed the ice in their mouths and assaulted Yoongi's exposed skin. The sensation was so intense that Yoongi's head was mush and he was only able to moan and whimper in pleasure.

In no time, all three of them were naked from the waist up. Yoongi's pale torso was tinted a beautiful red hue and the ice was only adding a little more color to the white canvas. The panther's torso was a mixture of sweat and water, plus the wet kisses the boys were leaving. Tae grabbed another ice with his mouth and used it to assault Yoongi's nipple, Jk took the opportunity and moved the panther's neck to the side, to leave his skin exposed to his relentless lips.

It was so erotic, so arousing. Yoongi's upper body was soon covered in hickeys, adding a little contrast to the marks his other boyfriends left the past two days. It was probably because his rut was ending that Yoongi was able to hold on a little longer, but even then he was still in rut and his arousal was getting uncomfortable and painful.

"Taebear... clothes off" he moaned and started rocking his hips to his boyfriend. Tae and Jk exchanged a look, it was clear Yoongi was still in rut and needed some help.

"What do you want Love?" Jk asked from behind him, he was caressing his ears and back. Yoongi got goosebumps at the soft touches.

"You, I want you inside me," the panther answered in a ragged voice. Before any of the humans could do anything else, the hybrid spoke again. "And you too Taebear, now!" He ordered and started rocking his hips harder.

In no time, Yoongi was naked in front of them. Tae started stroking his hard cock, trying to gain his attention while Jungkook went for some lube. There is never enough lube.

Yoongi sensed his boyfriend leaving, he pouted and a threatening growl was heard all the way to the living room.

"What is it hyungie?" Tae asked. The growl was low and strong and the human couldn't avoid the sudden arousal that consumed him.

"Where is Jungkook?!" He asked in a low hiss. He was starting to have problems focusing, he knew he was missing, and his inner hybrid could feel the distance and a feeling of abandonment, possessiveness, and anger started to engulf him.

"I'm here Love, sorry for leaving" the bunny boy answered and latched himself again to his boyfriend. Yoongi felt relief having his two boys there with him.

"Don't you dare to leave again Jungkook!" the panther said in his strong and commanding voice. Having Yoongi take control and talk with such a voice was so sexy, having him use his name in such a commanding manner stirred desire and lust inside him. The maknae gulped when he felt the hybrid sneaking his hands inside his pants.

"I-I won't" Jungkook stuttered out and whined when the panther gave him a hard stroke.

"Good boy" Yoongi growled back and couldn't avoid the smirk. He loved watching his boyfriends getting affected by his actions and words.

Taehyung moved closer and claimed the hybrids lips, not liking being left out of the fun. "How about this Hyungie, you fuck me while Jungkookie fucks you, how does that sound?" Tae offered. They were so comfortable in their relationship that proposing things like these were so natural.

Yoongi growled at the prospect and started kissing Taehyung harder, his way of saying that he liked the idea. He pull back from the kiss and turned around to watch his other boyfriend. He quickly started making out with him and in silent commands made him undress.

In no time, Tae was bending over the counter table so Yoongi could prep him while Kookie did the same with him. Even if this was probably the last wave during his rut, Yoongi was desperate, they needed to hurry up, or bratty and angry Yoongi was making a comeback. Nevertheless, they were efficient. The two human boys were actually waiting for their turn since his boyfriend woke up grinning at their eldest boyfriend two days before. Both Tae and Yoongi were prepped and ready to get the party going.

Even if Jungkook was going to be the one setting the pace, it was Yoongi the one giving the orders. He place a hand on Taehyung's back and made the boy bend on the kitchen counter, in a swift and hard movement he entered him and gave a pair of thrusts making the boy moan.

He turned his head and locked eyes with the younger, with a finger he ordered him to move closer and he grabbed the boy by the neck. He kissed him hard, and with every little movement, he could hear Taehyung under him moaning and whining in pleasure.

"Inside, now!" he ordered the maknae and soon enough the boy was entering him. It was something Yoongi had never felt before. He could feel his TaeTae's tightness but at the same time, he loved the stretch from his bunny boy. Jungkook gave some powerful thrust, reaching Taehyung and a chorus of moans and curses filled the kitchen. They all were near, having a little foreplay with the ice made everything easier.

Jin got home early, he wanted to cook something nice for Yoongi, knowing his rut was ending was probably exhausting and he wanted to provide some comfort food. What he was not expecting was getting home to three of his boyfriends fucking on the kitchen counter.

"YAH! You savages! We eat there!" He screamed at the horny boys that were having a fuckfest.

Having an intruder didn't sit well with the hybrid, he locked eyes with Jin and hissed at him. Yoongi's mind could only focus on his youngest boyfriends and mating them, when his eldest entered the kitchen, his inner hybrid got pissed.

Jin had to admit that watching the three of them fucking like that was just a sight, he even got a little horny watching them, but the growl Yoongi gave him was a clear indication that he wasn't invited to the party.

The eldest had no choice but to let them finish. He grabbed his earphones and blasted music, they were loud and by the sounds they were making it was clear they were going for a second round. After the noise went down, he went to the kitchen. He found Jk holding Yoongi by the things, still inside him, and Taehyung filling a glass with ice. Before he could scold them, the three horny boys left the kitchen to continue with the party. Jin grabbed some chlorine and cleaning supplies and did everything he could to sanitize the countertop. At least this time Tae was only leaning on the counter, not like the time he found Hobi and Jimin ON TOP of it.

Yoongi had at least another three rounds with the youngest. They all changed positions and managed to play whit the ice before it melted. After making the panther orgasm five times, the two humans joined him in the bathtub. More than cleaning themselves, they made out for quite some time, and they were constantly touching and saying comforting and loving words to each other. Between the two humans, they showered Yoongi and dressed him in some clothes. That night they joined the rest of their boyfriends in the master bedroom, holding the hybrid close to them. Yoongi fell asleep in peaceful bliss. The panther's rut was finally over and they couldn't wait for the next one.

When morning came, Yoongi's entire body ached, his legs were numb and his lower back was killing him. Jin was hugging him and he could feel embarrassment creeping into him. Thankfully, his boyfriends acted like nothing happened, just like a normal day at their chaotic home. Yoongi felt blessed of having such understanding and caring boyfriends, they never teased him about his behavior during his rut and assured him that he was amazing during the past three days.

After lunch and before they went their different ways, they got a new sheet and wrote down all of Yoongi's quirks and attitudes during his rut, just a heads up for the next time. 

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Yoongi hated the feeling of this particular suit. They were at the tailor and he was getting impatient. His boyfriends insisted that he need to acquire a couple of nice suits and that is how he ended up on top of a stool getting pinched by an old man that was rambling about different fabrics and fitted clothing. The panther was pouting and it was clear he was hating the entire experience.

Hobi and Jimin were trying really hard not to laugh at the panther’s expression, they were seated on the small couch in the room. They almost dragged him to the store. He whined the entire ride there and they used the deadly strategy of the ice cream bribe. Yoongi kept asking why he needed the goddamn suit.

He needed two actually. The first one was for his piano recital, it was the annual concert held by his music academy and he was one of the frontlines, therefore he needed to look his best. He didn’t mind getting tailored for that specific suit, he chose a nice traditional black tux and added a classic black bow, just to add to his cuteness.

But the second suit, he hated it. It was a simple dark suit, for this one he had to use a tie and he felt constricted and suffocated. After all, Mrs. Man told them they were called in as witnesses in the case against Mr. Cha, so he had to dress for the occasion. His boyfriends knew that it was going to be a difficult thing for the panther but it had to be done and they wanted to see him pay for mocking Yoongi and almost getting him out of their lives.

After the hellish session at the tailor, they took Yoongi to their favorite ice cream parlor to pay the bribe. He was pouting and eating, making him look so adorable. He was also promised some scenting and cuddling as soon as they are back home. Bratty Yoongi is a difficult Yoongi. 

…

The panther was feeling itchy, he was starting to sweat through the fabric and he kept pulling down the jacket. He stood in front of the mirror, looking from every angle and he despised the look. The suit was gorgeous and perfectly fitted, but he just couldn’t find comfort in the fabric. The worst part was the tie, he hated being collared and the fact that he was going to talk in front of a lot of people was making him nervous.

“Yoongi-ah, are you ready?” Jin asked from outside the closet. There was a soft knock and the human walked in. The panther looked hot in the suit, but it was clear he wasn’t liking it. Yoongi was puffing and fighting with the fabric and the cursed tie.

“You can take off the tie, I think you look good without it” Jin offered, he noticed the discomfort it was causing his already stressed boyfriend.

“Are you sure?” Yoongi asked. He liked the idea, but he also wanted to be presentable.

“Of course, Joonie and Kook aren’t wearing one either” the human assured and moved closer to help him to remove the damn thing. He also helped him style his hair and groom his ears. It helps with the panther’s nerves. In no time all the boys were ready to bury the shady lawyer’s career.

Even with all the stress of facing the duchebag of attorney, the entire ordeal was fast and somehow easy. They arrive at the courthouse early and meet with Mrs. Man, she was so sure about her case and she insisted that it was going to be hard for Mr. Cha to free himself from the charges. Even if they weren’t dressed to impress, the moment they walked through the front door, it became a fashion runway, and several people couldn’t avoid looking away from the handsome men.

30 minutes later the courtroom was filled and everybody took their places. The beginning was long and taxing for all the boyfriends. Mrs. Man exposed the shady tactics the man used to adopt hybrids and placed them with families that were not suitable for adoption. Yoongi and the maknaes started playing thumb war just to keep themselves awake.

The trial was in its final stage, evidence was going to be shown and witnesses were taking the stand. Mrs. Man was confident that she was winning the case, after all the digging she did, it was hard to ignore the criminal behavior of the man.

The boys were impressed with the woman, the amount of evidence she gathered was monumental. She had several affidavits from abused hybrids and witnesses, medical records proving the damage some adopted hybrids endured, and even some death certificates. Of course, she also had all the evidence that proved the attorney was the intermediary between the families and the hybrids and he received huge amounts of money. Among the piles of evidence, there was a written agreement between one of the facilities’ caregivers and the attorney regarding a trade of a particular black panther.

When Joon and Jin heard that particular evidence, the room filled with burnt pinewood and rotting lavender, they were pissed, but Yoongi looked at them and gave their hands a small squeeze to calm them down. The others were also angry, but not as much, so the situation quickly de-escalated before it even started.

Yoongi did feel sorry for the defendant’s attorney, the evidence was irrefutable and the poor man was doing his best to try to uphold Jae’s reputation, but it was an impossible task. Mr. Cha was seating with a poker face, it was hard to decipher his mood, he was drenched in his disgusting cologne and the lack of facial expressions was difficult to understand how he was feeling.

Yoongi was called to the stand by Mrs. Man. He stood up and confidently walked to the stool and sat down. Earlier in the morning, he was anxious and he kept sweating the entire ride to the courthouse. But now, watching all the evidence against the man he felt empowered and confident, he answered the questions made by the woman and the defendant's attorney, his voice never flattered, he kept a straight face and he even looked at the man straight in the eyes, showing that he had no power over him and he was going to pay for trying to abuse him.

After presenting all the evidence and hearing the witnesses, the jury was given some time to elaborate. The boys left the courtroom and moved to the garden at the back of the courthouse, the place was constricting and Yoongi needed some fresh air.

It took the jury almost 90 minutes to deliberate and decide the lawyer was guilty. The judge gave his final statement and ruled the sentence for the man. The whole situation was so anticlimactic that nobody was sure how to feel. Namjoon, Jin, and Yoongi sighed in relief, the maknaes cheered in excitement and Hope looked like he was close to tears of happiness.

It was so strange, so they decided to leave the place as fast as possible and finally sever ties with the disgusting man that tried to sell Yoongi.

They were about to leave the place when Yoongi told them he needed to speak with Mrs. Man. The woman in question was talking with some colleagues and excused herself when she saw the panther approaching.

“Is there something I can help you with Yoongi-shi?” she asked, always straight to the point.

“First, I would like to thank you for everything you’ve done” he started and bowed 90º in respect to the female.

“Of course, I just did my job” she accepted the gratitude, “And second?…” she encouraged.

Yoongi started sweating, he was going to ask a favor and he wasn’t sure how to do it, but he had to.

“What is it?” The woman encouraged, she was good at reading people, and having spent some time with the panther she knew he needed some encouragement to speak up.

“The thing is… I have a friend back at the facility, I was wondering if….you know…” he said but his voice flattered.

“if I could help them?” The woman provided, it was obvious what the panther was trying to ask. Yoongi simply nodded.

“What is their name?” she asked again.

“Her name is Soo, she is a cat hybrid” he answered and watched as the lawyer wrote down the provided information on her phone.

“I can’t promise you anything, but I can certainly look into it,” the woman said, making huge emphasis on the first part.

“Thank you so much” he answered and bowed again in gratitude.

He walked back to his boyfriends and together they left the courthouse. 15 minutes later they were sitting in Yoongi’s favorite ice cream parlor, enjoying the sweet feeling of having locked down the disgusting man.

…

Yoongi’s hands were clammy, he could barely stand straight, his legs were shaking and he started picking his nails. Joon walked near him and grabbed his hands.

“Yoon, Baby, what’s wrong?” He asked concerned. Yoongi’s tail was moving from side to side.

“Joon, I am really nervous, I feel like throwing up” Yoongi confessed with a shaky voice. He was sweating through his suit and he was starting to hyperventilate.

Joon pulled him into a hug and rubbed his back in a soothing manner. The panther started to relax in the hug and after following Joon’s breathing, he finally calmed down.

“You are going to do so well baby” Joon broke the silence, “I know, you’ve worked hard” he finished.

“You think so?” Yoongi asked in his low and soft voice. Even if the panther gained a lot of courage and confidence, there were times when he still needed reassurance and comfort from his boyfriends.

“Yes, I am sure. You are amazing baby” Joon encouraged and started scenting the distressed hybrid.

“Okay” Yoongi simply said and did his best to bask in the provided comfort. He wanted to do this, he spent the last couple of months working hard to get to where he is right now.

After the comforting session, Namjoon called the soulmates to help Yoongi get ready. They styled his hair, and added a little makeup, “you have beautiful eyes hyungie” Tae said while adding a little shadow. Jimin may have made out with him, but “just to help you with the nerves” he said.

45 minutes later, Jin drove him to the theatre that the music academy rented for the event. Before the panther left the car, Jin pulled him close for a deep and sweet kiss, he tried to convey as much love and comfort as he could through his actions. He gave Yoongi a little handkerchief that he scented previously, just so the hybrid could have something to cling on and help with his nerves.

Felling better and more reassured, Yoongi walked to the venue and got to his designated dressing room waiting for the last rehearsal call.

The ticket read 8:00 pm. It was 7:35 when they arrived at the venue. The place was packed and there were a lot of people entering the theatre. Finding a parking spot was difficult, especially when they had to take three cars. Who would thought that fancy sports cars only have two seats? “Rich people's problems” Joon had said.

The event was black tie and watching everybody dressed so fancy was impressive. The music academy was one of the most exclusives in Seoul, so expecting a recital of such class was not a surprise.

They quickly got inside and got to the welcoming reception. Being the family of one of the biggest stars of the night granted them VIP seats, aka, front-row seats to the show. Entering the place they were offered champagne and appetizers. The maknae line wasted no time eating and Jin slightly scolded them for acting like rambunctious kids (probably one of the reasons he was so smitten with them).

At 8, the doors to the auditorium were opened and staff started guiding people to their designated places. A young girl took invitations and passes from Jin and she was having a hard time trying to lead six handsome men to their seats. After trying to flirt with Hoseok, the sunshine explained to her that he was there to watch his boyfriend and the poor host had to leave with a heartbroken expression on her face.

The MC welcomed the forum and gave a little introduction to the show. Safety measures were given and the lineup for the event was shown. There were 10 acts, 2 main acts, a total of 12 presentations. Yoongi was one of the main ones and apparently the last one too.

The showed started and the boys waited patiently for their boyfriend. All the acts were interesting and people were clearly talented, but they couldn’t care less about them, they were eager to listen to a particular black panther.

Yoongi, on the other hand, was sweating and he started cursing under his breath. The staff was helping him with the last details of his look and he could barely register the words directed at him.

His name was called and he could barely walk on his shaking legs. He stood up in the middle of the stage and bowed. The lights were blinding and he tried to squint his eyes to see his boyfriends but it was too bright, besides he had a show to give. He managed to seat on the bench of the grand piano, his hands were clammy and his breathing was labored. He was starting to get a panic attack, but he forced himself to close his eyes and looked out for his boyfriends through their scents.

Suddenly he was at home. He could smell Joon's calming pinewood, Jin’s comforting black oak and lavender, Hope’s bright sandalwood and jasmine, Jimin’s sweet champaca, and the lavender that mixed beautifully with Jins. He could also smell the alluring licorice and vanilla of TaeTae and the strong and hypnotizing cedar wood from Kook. All those scents mixed beautifully with his own amber and tangerines. Even if he couldn’t see them, he knew they were there. Home, it felt like home.

Feeling a boost of confidence, he placed his fingers on top of the ivory keys and started playing. He allowed himself to let go and let his body take control. It was a self-composed piece that tell his story with his mates, his pack.

The melody flowed like water, like a river going down the mountain, like rain pouring during a storm. It tells his story and his journey to find a home. It told the story of a lone and hopeless boy, of a stubborn stranger filled with wonder and adventure, of five new individuals with bright and comforting personalities, of a bond created through understanding and comfort, of a pack built with love and respect. It was his story, the piano was telling his life and the small heaven he build surrounded by his lovers.

For the first time in his life, Yoongi felt consumed by love, warmth, and peace, for the first time in his life he felt complete, he felt extreme and utter happiness. He allowed himself to drown in the melody, his fingers were moving on their own accord and he was even able to sense the love from his boyfriends, his scents were engulfing him and suddenly they were the only ones in the theatre. It was Yoongi’s way of saying I love you, three words he was so scared to say out loud but he could express in other ways, and he knew his boys understood his way.

The melody ended and people gave him a standing ovation. The panther barely registered the applauses he was receiving, too shocked to actually move. With shaky legs he stood up and bowed once again, trying to find his way back to the dressing rooms. His heart was beating so hard that he was scared it was going to jump out of his chest. He reach the bathroom inside the dressing room and looked at his reflection. Never before in his life did he look so happy and beautiful as he did at that moment.

For the first time in his life, he was able to love back the boy that was looking at him through the mirror,

For the first time in his life, he felt completely proud of himself,

For the first time in his life, he loved the life he was living,

For the first time in his life, he knew his life had a purpose,

For the first time in his life, he loved to be Yoongi.

He was crying but he wasn’t sad, he felt extremely happy and his body couldn’t contain so much love inside. He allowed himself to feel every single emotion going through his veins and he made sure to engrave that moment in his mind. Another milestone has been placed and he couldn’t be prouder of himself.

He wasn’t sure how long it took him to calm down and leave the dressing rooms, he knew his boyfriends were waiting for him and he wanted to get to them as soon as possible. He walked holding his jacket over his shoulder and his musical scores tightly to his chest, he couldn’t lose those.

He was looking through the crowd, there were a lot of people there and he was trying hard to avoid them. He was suddenly lifted from the floor and before he could freak, pinewood assaulted his nose. Another pair of arms engulfed him and he could easily recognize the cedar of the boy.

He was placed on the ground but his face was suddenly placed against a neck, he allowed himself to relax and let his boyfriend pass him around into their arms. He simply basked in the comfort and love provided, no words were needed. He felt so comfy and warm that he started purring. He didn’t care they were in public, people were probably looking at them, but it didn’t matter. What mattered were them and only them.

After having been passed around and not so discreetly scented, the boys finally let go of the panther. A pair of hands held his face and a kiss was plastered on his lips. Another round of passing and touching, but his time, kisses were added to the mix.

It was such a sweet and intimate moment that people actually moved away to give them privacy. It was clear they were deeply in love with each other.

“You never play like that at home” was the first thing that broke the small bubble of love that surrounds them. Yoongi looked for the owner of the voice and saw the pout on Tae’s lips.

“What?” He asked surprised.

“I said, you never play like that at home” the boy reiterated and the rest of the boyfriends simply laughed at the statement.

“Taebear is right Yoongi-ah,” Jin said, catching Yoongi’s attention. The panther opened his mouth to protest, but a quick peck was placed on his nose and surprise filled his face.

“What, kitty lost his tongue?” Hobi teased the clearly flustered panther. Yoongi’s face flushed and he was trying really hard not to bolt out of there. They were teasing him, no real heat behind the actions but nevertheless, Yoongi was still flustered. Jin, Tae, and Hoseok were laughing so loud that people started throwing glances at them. 

“C’mon guys, don’t be mean,” Jimin said trying to spare his boyfriend some slack.

Taking his opportunity, Yoongi finally retorted, “Thank you Jiminnie, it looks like you are the only one getting cuddles tonight” he said with a smug smile and hugged his Minnie to prove a point.

The rest of the boys gasped in indignation and when Jk tried to hug his panther boyfriend, Jimin quickly turned around to prevent him from doing so.

“But, but….I didn’t say anything” he said and pouted, he may have added a little aegyo to the mix, just to prove his point.

“Well, in that case, only Jiminnie, Kook, and Joonie get the cuddles, the rest can sleep on the couch,” he said confidently and smiled when he saw the dejected expression on the three unfortunate boys.

“What can we do so you can forgive us?” Tae asked. He didn’t want to sleep on the couch, especially not after hearing such a beautiful love confession from his Yoongi. Jin and Hoseok nodded at the question, also looking to avoid the couch.

Yoongi scratched his chin, pretending to think and his face was contorted in a Cheshire smile, “Taebear, you can get me ice cream from the gelato place I like” he started, “Hobi, you can get me that soft and fluffy set of pillows we saw the other day” he added, “and you hyung, you can give me your blue comfy sweater” he finished.

Jk, Jimin, and Joon couldn’t avoid the laughter that left their mouths, never mess with Yoongi because you’ll get burned.

“But hyung, the gelato place is across the city and is closed now” Tae whined at his misfortune.

“But kitty, two days ago I got you that new blanket and pillow” Hope added, “also the department store is closed too” he whined in protest.

“Yoongi-ah, that is my favorite sweater” Jin protested, he was pouting as hard as the other two boys.

“Hyung, you can get me the sweater tonight, and you two can get me the stuff tomorrow. I’ll give you a free pass tonight, but if tomorrow I don’t have my ice cream and my pillows, you are sleeping on the couch the rest of the week” he finalized and moved closer to Namjoon.

Joon opened his arms and allowed his boyfriend to latch to him. The panther was clearly exhausted, after such a performance, it was obvious he wanted to go home and rest.

The panther got a piggyback ride from his youngest boyfriend. He was exhausted after the eventful night and he just wanted to get to their bed and sleep for three days. When the front door was opened, Yoongi’s nose filled with the smell of gardenias and roses, creating a beautiful blend.

He opened his eyes and found the living room filled with small bouquets of flowers. Mostly gardenias and roses with a couple of jasmines here and there. The living room was a bright and fragrant oasis, giving the room an ethereal look. Everything was white, his favorite color, even the petals and they mixed together beautifully. In the middle of all the carefully crafted bouquets was a black envelope.

“Open it, it is our gift for your debut” Hobi encouraged, closing the door after him.

Yoongi got off his boyfriend and walked to the center of the living room. He loved the mixture of scents that engulfed him, the flowers were beautiful and he couldn’t avoid the smile that appeared on his lips.

With trembling hands, he took the envelope from the coffee table where it was resting and opened it. Inside were seven plane tickets. He looked at his boyfriends with confusion, “Are we going somewhere?” He asked.

The boys couldn’t avoid the coo at the cute confused expression of their boyfriend, “yes, if you want to” Jimin answered with a smile.

It took the panther some minutes to process the situation. He’s never been outside of Korea, he was in different parts of the country but he never actually got to go abroad. Thinking about traveling to another country was a little overwhelming. He looked at his lovers and saw all the love and care and he knew it didn’t matter where they were as long as they were together.

“Where to?” He asked in his shy voice. The boys smiled and quickly gathered around him hugging him tightly and some of them even scenting him.

“Maldives” Tae answered and place a soft kiss on Yoongi’s neck making him shiver.

“Far?” The panther's voice was turning into a whisper. Getting scented so strongly and by all of his boyfriends had a huge impact on him, he felt boneless and dizzy, softly getting into a trance. It was a common thing for them now, having the panther fall into a peaceful slumber after a good scenting.

“8 Horus” Namjoon answered with a smile, watching Yoongi so lost like that always made him happy, “don’t worry about it baby,” he said and joined the scenting.

The panther was close to falling asleep, but he had one last question, “when?”

“In four days. We already got you a suitcase and tomorrow we are going shopping for whatever else you need” the maknae answered, he was currently hugging him while the soulmates latched to his sides.

“Mmm..kay” he was almost completely gone.

“You can sleep Love, we’ll take care of you” the maknae promised and the panther allowed himself to fall completely in his boyfriend's arms.

Next stop...  Maldives. 

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Turns out, Yoongi hates flying. The moment the engine started he was ready to run out of there as fast as he could. Thankfully, Jin was ready. He made sure to pack some noise-canceling headphones, one of Yoongi's favorite blankets, and some gum for his ears. The chef made sure to softly caress his hair and he was lulled to sleep in no time. The flight took 8 hrs and Namjoon was glad they bought first class so the hybrid could rest on the reclining seats.

The moment they arrived at the Velana International Airport, the second obstacle appeared. The weather was humid and it was way too sunny for Yoongi's taste. His clothes stuck to his body and he couldn't stop petting his ears and tail, trying to decrease the frizz.

However, even with the inconveniences of the flight and the warm weather, he was excited. He was finally going to the beach and he just wanted to see why people loved it so much. They needed three cabs to get to the hotel, thankfully it wasn't that far and they were going to spend the majority of the time in the resort.

Yoongi's jaw dropped. The place was beautiful and he couldn't believe his eyes. The hotel was over the water which was as clear as glass. There were small bungalows spread around the water and it was like a scene from a fairy tale.

They checked in at the front desk and Yoongi kept admiring everything with his mouth open. A bellboy took their luggage and they were taken to the villa that they rented for the next 10 days.

The villa was beautiful, it was sectioned into three parts. The central place had the master bedroom and a second room, along with the kitchen, living room, private jacuzzi, and pool and the adjacent two places were the same just a little smaller.

They played rock paper and scissor to determine who were taking the main room and Jungkoook was excited to know he was bunking with his panther boyfriend in the biggest room of the villa.

They were received with cold drinks and perfectly cut fruit. The view was astonishing and Taehyung took so many pictures the rest were scared he won't have enough memory for the rest of their vacation.

It was a dream come true. As soon as they unpacked, they sat together to make a list of all the things they were going to do. It was a long list: spa day, sunset cruise, snorkeling, tours in the main city and near beaches, surfing lessons, glowing beaches at night, scuba diving, marine tours, water skiing, fancy dinners at high-end restaurants, parasailing, and Jungkook was excited about the ski diving experience that was also offered. The rest of the boys placed their limit there, nobody is falling from the sky like that.

Yoongi was a little overwhelmed, everything sounded exciting and he wanted to spend his time with his lovers, but he wasn't completely sure if he wanted to do all that. He just wanted to stay at the villa, enjoy the weather, maybe learn how to swim, and just relax, forget about life outside the little paradise they were in.

He felt guilty, he could see how excited they all were and he didn't want to ruin the fun. He lowered his eyes and he couldn't avoid pressing his panther ears to his head, his way of showing sadness.

Jimin, always the sweetheart, noticed the hesitation in his boyfriend and mentioned it. In the end, they all compromised, and they decided to do some physical and exciting activities, but also stay in. Jungkook may have used the dangerous technique of puppy eyes to convict others to let him skydive. He was jumping and they were just going to watch. Jin and Yoongi thought of getting a huge bouncy castle, just in case his parachute malfunctioned.

It was paradise. Waking up to clear and beautiful sunrises, breakfast in the pool, lollygagging in the water, walking around Male, and enjoining the day with each other.

There was a lot of sex too. When the maknaes found out about the hot tub, they managed to get the rest of their boyfriends into the fun too and in no time, the master bedroom was used. Unfortunately for them, that bed wasn't as big as the one at home, and Namjoon and Jungkook ended up on the floor the next morning.

Not everything was fun and games, Jin and Hobi got sunburns on the second day. They fell asleep on hammocks and forgot to reply sunscreen, and Jimin couldn't stop laughing at the weird patterns caused by the hammock.

There was also Tae and his little dehydration situation, he kept playing around in the water, not drinking enough liquids, and ended up almost passing out from it. Yoongi may have fussed a little bit about him, but after some water and enough fruit, the boy was back on track.

Jungkook managed to catch a fish with his bare hands and the picture of it was definitely getting placed on the family album.

Namjoon broke one of the wood panels near the ladder to the water and he was so ashamed that the boys never even tried to mock him for it.

The third night they went to have dinner at the hotel's restaurant, a pair of chicks started flirting with Jimin and Yoongi ended up seating him on his lap in the middle of dinner, scenting him and watching directly at the girls, letting them know his man was taken.

There was a minor setback on day seven. While they were doing some snorkeling, a strong current pulled Yoongi a bit and he ended up rolling up on the sand. When Taehyung helped him out, he was huffing and hissing. His ears and tail were covered in sand and no matter how much he tried brushing it off, the sand stuck to his fur.

He spent the rest of that day grumpy, seating on a chair, petting his ear and tail, and glaring at the water. Glaring at the blue cristal water, like it was his biggest enemy. He even refused to shower, scared that getting his fur wet was going to make the sand stickier and more difficult to remove.

Jin moved closer to him, offered him some fruit, and sat down next to him, "darling, are you sure you don't want to join us in the water? We are having a lot of fun," he said. It was true, the water under the villa wasn't so deep and they could play around safely. They were currently playing with some water skies.

Yoongi huffed at patted his black ears which were covered in sticky white sand. It was becoming uncomfortable, he could feel the itchiness caused by the sand.

Jin smiled and cooed at the adorable pout on his boyfriend's lips, "I know, but you can't stay here alone, I know you like it and you were having fun, how about this" he said and locked eyes with him, "how about you take a shower and I help you groom them?" He said. Yoongi was relaxed and having fun, but watching him isolated in that chair, refusing to go back in the water was a little sad.

Yoongi considered it, he love it whenever his boyfriends groomed his fur, and he was also enjoying himself like he never did before, he wanted to be back in the water -mostly because his boyfriends were there- but he wanted to be a petty bish and stay mad at the water, " no, I refuse to go back in the water. Now I know why cats hate it so much," and huffed some more.

Jin laughed at his antics and used his secret weapon, "Yoongi love... You need to shower, you are starting to stink" and that got him the reaction he was looking for.

One of the first things they noticed living with Yoongi, he hated to stink, even if he had a really sensitive nose, it was hard to smell himself. That first-time Hobi told him that he smelled weird, he almost cried and run to take a shower, he made sure to scrub himself thoroughly and when they questioned his actions, Hobi explained that he smelled like food (it made sense though, he was helping Jin to cook that day) but for Yoongi it was like a punch in the gut.

Ever since that day, the boys are careful about mentioning him smelling weird because he will always run to take a shower. They concluded it had to do with the whole scent thing, it was a really important thing for the panther, and the fact that he couldn't smell himself properly was frustrating for him. After all, he communicated through it, smelling nice and being able to mark his lovers with it was part of his natural behavior, therefore smelling bad was against all of his instincts.

Yoongi looked at Jin incredulously, he lifted his arms and tried to smell himself, looking for some disgusting scent but all he could smell was his own tangerines, mixed with sunscreen and a little watermelon from the fruit he was eating earlier. Still, he stood up quickly and went to the master bedroom, ready for a shower. He scrubbed himself a little harder, just to be sure, and after finishing, he gave himself a good sniff.

Jin wanted to join him, but knowing how Yoongi got a little frantic with his scent, he decided to wait for him outside. He got some clothes ready for him and waited.

The panther got out of the room and saw his boyfriend waiting for him, and slowly moved closer, "sorry for the outburst" he said. He looked at the ground and he could feel his cheeks burning.

Jin waved his hand dismissively, "it's okay darling, I don't mind. I know how much effort you put in your fur and I'm sorry the sand got stuck," he said and waited for Yoongi to finish changing.

"Can I?" He asked and showed Yoongi the small comb in his hands.

Yoongi smiled his gummy smile and quickly sat on Jin's lap. They all had different ways to groom him, and Jin, Namjoon, and Jimin's techniques were the ones that required Yoongi to sit on their laps. Not that the panther minded one bit.

Carefully as always, Jin started combing his ears, it was such a soft moment, the only noises were the soft purring coming from Yoongi and the sweat nothing Jin kept offering.

In no time, the sand was completely off Yoongi's fur and they indulge themselves in some make-out session. They could've gone farther, but it was near dinner time and they had some reservations in a famous restaurant.

They were sitting in a fancy restaurant that was completely underwater. The sight was amazing and the maknaes and Yoongi couldn't avoid the amazement on their faces when they sat near the clear glass, watching the beautiful undersea. The place was surreal and they are not sure how they managed to get a reservation there, it was packed.

They sat and ate, the food was delicious and soon they were in their own personal bubble, talking and enjoying each other company.

Namjoon cleared his throat, "I have some news for you guys," he said, and suddenly six pairs of eyes were watching him intently.

"Actually, is news for you Yoonie," the aforementioned tiled his head to the side in confusion, and Namjoon had to restrain the coo in his lips, Yoongi hated it.

"What is it?" He asked carefully. He had a hard time accepting that not all news were bad.

"Well... I think I should show you," and with that, he retrieved an envelope from his suit jacket.

It was a white envelope made of expensive paper. Yoongi took it and opened it, inside was a letter and he quickly scanned it. As he was reading, his eyes kept getting larger and larger, his mouth was opened and his tail started moving from side to side, a Yoongi sign of excitement.

He finished reading and looked at Namjoon, "is this for real?" He asked flabbergasted. His heart was drumming fast, his cheeks were in flames and his hands started to sweat.

"Yeah, hyung, congratulations," he said and moved closer to steal a peck from Yoongi's parted lips.

Taehyung gave a small cough, catching the attention of the other men, "Are you going to include us, or this is us third wheeling you?" He asked nonchalantly.

Namjoon got a little flustered, "sorry loves, but I think Yoongi should share it," and looked a the panther.

Said panther was in shock, he tried to talk but his words got stuck in his throat. Jungkook, the impatient little boy he is, retrieved the letter from his shocked boyfriend and read it out loud for the rest of the entourage to catch up.

As soon as the contents of the letter were spilled, excitement followed. Raoars of excitement and congratulations started to rain over Yoongi. The poor panther got so shy he tried to scurry from his chair. The rest of the restaurant turned around to look at the septet and some were even clapping at them. Why? No one knows, but it sounded appropriate at the time.

"Congratulations hyung" Jimin was the first to recover, "Are you accepting the job?" He asked.

Yoongi was still a little shocked. Apparently, his music academy invited producers and music managers to their annual show, and there was a particular producer there that got completely mesmerized by Yoongi's piece. The man asked about the panther and he was informed about his talent. He got the contact information and soon he was contacting Namjoon to get the information to the man. They were offering him a job as a music production assistant in a growing company, BigHit.

Yoongi's mind short-circuited, he couldn't believe how big of a chance he got and it was simply amazing. He had a home, six loving boyfriends, and now a job that he could only dream of. What else could he get?

"Well, you still have some days to think about it," Jin said and held Yoongi's hand, trying to calm down his emotions a little bit, "Yoongi-ah, you can reject it if you don't want, it is up to you darling" and with that, Jimin ordered a round of shot for everyone.

Some rounds later and they were a mess. Except for Yoongi and Jimin, they were a little tipsy, but overall they could still remember their names.

Thankfully, they weren't too far from the hotel and they managed to get some taxis to get them to there. As soon as they walk in, the front desk manager saw them and called some people to help them take the boys to their villa.

45 minutes later, they were all inside the villa and Jimin was struggling with a clingy Teahyung that insisted his clothes were trying to suffocate him. And that is how they all ended up in the master bedroom, in different stages of nakedness, all curled up, sleeping.

All but one. Yoongi was trapped between a completely naked Taehyung and a semi-nude Hobi. He observed the rest of his boyfriends, complexity passed out, probably nursing a headache the next morning, but it didn't matter. They were there, with him, holding him close and the amount of love he felt in that moment couldn't be compared. Yoongi felt light and floaty, he loved them so much, and having them there, surrounding him, made him feel complete. Life never looked so perfect as it did at that moment.

A soft "I love you" left his lips. It was the first time he said it out loud, even if they were sleeping, he knew they know. They were his, they were his sweet, caring, goofy and amazing boyfriends. And Yoongi was ready to dive head-on into his newfound love and freedom. Life was good, as long as they were together, life was good.

There are still more things to discover, and there were going to be missteps and hardships, but it was okay. Yoongi never loved life as he did at that moment, surrounded by naked drunk men.

Who would think that just some month ago, he was reading under a Neem tree when a curious man asked to meet him and now he is here, surrounded by so much love that he doesn't even know what to do with it.

Life is strange, a rollercoaster of moments, a whirlpool of coincidences. It doesn't matter, as long as Yoongi has these six men with him, life can throw him whatever she wants because he is no longer afraid.

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Epilogue

One year later...

Yoongi woke up with a wet sensation on his thigh. He rubbed his eyes and tried to turn around, but a pair of strong arms held him in place. He finally opened his eyes to find Jungkook latched to his right side and Jimin humping his left thigh.

He smiled at the sight. For the past couple of months, they became more open about their sexual life and Yoongi grew accustomed to his boyfriend latching to him and waking up horny. Especially the youngest three.

He softly petted Jimin's hair, pushing his tight harder against his groin. The male whimpered and moaned in his sleep and Yoongi will always marvel at how beautiful Jimin looked in the mornings.

He started petting Jungkook's head too, the boy sleeps like a log and he always has some trouble waking in the morning.

The door of the master bedroom opened swiftly and Hobi's head appeared, "hyung, breakfast is ready," he informed and waited for Yoongi to stand up.

When he didn't, he gave him a confused look and Yoongi swiftly laughed, "breakfast will have to wait," and with a swift motion he lifted the sheet, showing Jimin riding his thigh.

As if on cue, Hoseok gave him a wicked smile and joined them on the bed. He latched to Jimin's back and started caressing his body. The younger boy moaned and whimpered a little, barely waking up.

Surprisingly, it was Jungkook the one waking up first, he rubbed his eyes and realized what was going on. He stretched his arms and knocked the air out of Yoongi when he lay on top of him, careful with his legs to avoid hitting Jimin who was near.

"Morning hyungs," he said happily and gave Yoongi a quick peck and then move a little to place another on Hobi's lips.

"Morning Kook," Hobi said, his voice a little worked because he was still pressing himself against the other maknae.

"Want to join him?" The panther asked his youngest lover, watching how Jungkook was staring at Jimin riding his tight.

Jungkook blushed a little but shook his head, "I'm hungry, I let him finish, and then we can shower together," he said and detached from his boyfriend.

Hobi laughed at the dejected expression on Yoongi's face. It was a given that the hybrid wasn't the biggest fan of shower sex, but for his boyfriends, he was willing to fulfill his desires.

Jungkook left his hyungs to finish their business and some minutes later, Jin's voice boomed around the house, 'I changed the sheets yesterday, don't you dare to stain them you savages!' That definitely woke up Jimin who was more than happy to finish his dream.

It was just the beginning of the day.

They all had fixed schedules, except for the youngest two. Taehyung still got his photoshoots in the early noon, and Jungkook finally started his gaming development company -it was new and he was still trying to get a working schedule-

After breakfast, the two dancers kissed their lovers goodbye, not before having a quick scenting from the panther. Then Namjoon and Yoongi would commute to their respective works, not before packing Jin's carefully crafted lunch and the chef would go to work just before noon.

Yoongi loved his job. He started as a music producer assistant, but quickly got the hang of it. His boss was really impressed with his abilities, and in some months, he was assigning him some individual projects to him. There were bad days too, especially when Yoongi got to work with people that saw him like a pet -his boss always refused to work with those people again- and, even if the company had no discrimination policies, there was always someone that went overboard those to insult and belittle Yoongi.

But there were also really good days. He gets to meet artists and people that appreciate his work. There was a singer who sent him flowers after he produce her number-one hit song. That was life, sometimes things are good, and sometimes not so good. But he had a constant in his life, his boyfriends were still there at the end of the day, welcoming him with open arms and ready to praise him for his hard work or comforting him after a difficult day.

It was during one of those terrible days that he got some amazing news. He found out that Mrs. Man actually kept her promise and helped Soo out of the facility. Even if Soo didn't qualify to be registered as a human, she got adopted by the lawyer and her two partners. After hearing that, Yoongi has met Soo on a couple of occasions, he is happy that she is finally out of there. He owed her that much, if she hadn't talked with Tae that day, he could've been sold to bad people, or worse, dead.

He was remembering all the things that lead him to this exact moment. He was riding the elevator to the penthouse and he could see his last two years like a movie. From the moment Namjoon asked to talk to him and asked so many dumb questions, to falling for him, meeting the rest of the boys, to finally getting his freedom. Yoongi never imagined he was getting a good life, but here he is now, walking into his home where his six crackheads are waiting for him. But that is his life now and he couldn't be more thankful.

Days were like that, filled with some banter, a lot of lovemaking, and overall, a dynamic between seven people that were trying hard to live their best life. Yoongi was thankful for them, for having found them, and even when he has ears and a tail, the love they share doesn't change. Yoongi was finally home.