Joshua bent over, clutching at the walls, laughing with all his might. Oh gosh. The annoying Alpha from last night was a stupid one. Joshua continued to laugh, hiccupping at the end. Wiping his eyes, he let the rest of it peter out.

But the Alpha wasn’t laughing. Nor did his expression change.

“You’re serious,” Joshua said incredulously. “You’re freaking serious.”

The Alpha nodded. “Dead serious.”

Joshua snapped, “I don’t even know your name.” Joshua rarely babbled but today called for it, “And you clearly aren’t looking for a Beta by the way you came onto me, calling me an Omega. Which by the way, if I was an Omega was really ist of you. If you think going on a date with me will get you into my pants for a one night stand you’re also out of luck. Better find someone who actually gives a damn. If you’re doing this for a bet you better run. I know how to fight and I’ll punch your lights out.”

“Yoon Jeonghan,” he said. “My name is Yoon Jeonghan and I was wrong and ist. I apologize for that. I want a date,” he said softly, “because your eyes from last night. They’re captivating. I went to sleep seeing your eyes and I want to know more. is fine if you’re willing but I think we should wait at least and I’m not doing this for a bet. You interest me.”

Blushing, Joshua wrapped an arm around himself, his anger simmering down. “You’re crazy.”

Jeonghan laughed. He shouldn’t be surprised at the name calling, not after the way the Beta snarled at him the other day. “I’m captivated. And I don’t know your name.”

“Joshua. And I’m not captivated at all.” He shook his head. “You’re a weird Alpha.” Mumbling under his breath, “A weird handsome one.”

Somehow Jeonghan must’ve heard his muttered sentence, because he perked up and puffed his chest out like Alphas did during posturing. “Joshua,” he nodded, as if he were cementing Joshua’s name into memory, “ok. Will you go out on a date with me Joshua?”

Cautiously, Joshua said, “If I go on one date with you, will you leave me alone?”

“I’d rather not,” Jeonghan said, “but if you aren’t the least bit charmed by me after date one,” he in a breath, releasing it as he continued, “I’ll stop looking for you.”

“Your word as an Alpha?” Getting an Alpha’s promise from Jeonghan was a bit extreme, but Joshua would be left alone for the remainder of his study abroad then look over his shoulder to see Jeonghan there.

Jeonghan looked especially pained. Joshua bit his lip. Maybe the guy was more fascinated with Joshua than he thought, but still, fascination didn’t mean it would lead to love, and love didn’t always break barriers of society and culture.

He nodded, “On my word.”

“One date,” Joshua said, holding up his index finger. “Thursday night. You pick, you pay.”

“Demanding, aren’t you?” Jeonghan chuckled, smiling at Joshua delightedly.

Weird. He knew that Alphas would get angry at being commanded but all Jeonghan did was laugh at Joshua as if he found Joshua’s attitude endearing. “You’re the one asking for a date,” Joshua pointed out. I’m allowed to be demanding when you’re the one who’s taking up my time.”

“Thursday,” Jeonghan nodded, “I’ll pick you up. Dress sort of fancy.”

“Till then,” Joshua said, moving to walk away.

Reaching out, Jeonghan grabbed him by the arm. “A phone number would be nice,” he said, smiling faintly, “in case plans change.”

Joshua grimaced. “All right.”

Smirking to himself, Joshua added a new contact, putting Jeonghan in as ‘annoying Alpha’ in English. He handed over his phone, “Here, put your number in and I’ll text you from mine.”

Jeonghan shook his head at the English. He knowledge of English didn’t extend that far. Knowing Joshua though it was likely something disparaging against him. It was cute. God, Jeonghan found Joshua’s attitude cute, even when he should’ve been pissed and his hackles on edge for having his authority contested. Joshua was really messing with Jeonghan’s brain. “I expect a text and not for you to disappear.”

Joshua snorted, taking back his phone. “I don’t lie. Or go back on my word. I’ll be there when you come pick me up.”

“I’ll be sure to charm the pants off of you,” Jeonghan purred as he got a text from an unknown number that was likely Joshua’s.

“I’m not that kind of boy,” Joshua said wryly. “If you’re charming, which is a giant if, I might say ok to another date. With clothes on.”

A laugh erupted from Jeonghan’s throat. “Ok. Until Thursday.”

Thursday came and Joshua stood in front of his closet, half wondering if he should walk out of his place in something that would not be suitable for whatever fancy place Jeonghan took them, or to just follow his instructions. While it would be fun to see Jeonghan’s face, Joshua couldn’t help but think the Alpha would like it if Joshua did something shocking.

Snorting, Joshua grabbed his casual suit ensemble. Casual in that it was a navy colored suit with a slight sheen to the fabric, not hitting the satin spectrum but more of a cotton blend with metallic threads. White, he thought, a nice white button up.

As he put it on, he waffled between leaving three buttons undone. Did he want to go for the ier look, or did he want to go demure? Ugh. It didn’t matter. It was a one time thing. Might as well as go all out. Leaving the top three buttons undone, Joshua smirked as he zipped up the trousers. These pair were just a bit tight around his , showing it off well.

He was ready for whatever and however the date turned out to be.

The door bell rang through the house. Grabbing his essentials, Joshua went down the stairs. He took a deep breath, ignoring the ringing just for a few seconds. He could do this. Just one date.

Unlocking the door, he swung it open. Jeonghan stood there, in a chic black suit, a soft gray t-shirt underneath it. The Alpha certainly was a looker. Joshua noticed it the other day, but damn did he look nice in a suit, the black doing wonders for his body. The way the suit jacket hugged his shoulders and his upper torso were rather yummy. Pity he pissed Joshua off the first time, otherwise Joshua could enjoy the view some more.

“Hi,” Joshua said, giving Jeonghan a tiny smile.

“Hi,” Jeonghan greeted back, his eyes trailing down Joshua. They went down from his smiling face, to his shoulders, to his chest and the way the shirt he wore was just a bit tight. His eyes bugged out a bit seeing that the top three buttons were undone, giving Jeonghan a nice view of lightly tan skin and collarbones that begged to be bitten. Joshua’s trim waist and his oh so tiny hips. Hips that had Jeonghan’s hands itching to hold. And legs. Legs for days. Lovely legs.

“Where are we going,” Joshua asked, leaning down to put on his shoes.

That gave Jeonghan a good eyeful of Joshua’s perky derriere. Another thing to like about Joshua. Jeonghan Jr was doing a mild dance in his pants, and it wouldn’t help him at all if he popped up. Joshua would give him a disdainful look and not agree to another date. Jeonghan quickly thought of his parents having and he shuddered in disgust. Completely abhorrent but at least his wasn’t twitching anymore.

“It’s good. Promise,” Jeonghan said, averting his eyes slightly.

“Hmm,” Joshua said, “like you sort of promised to charm me?”

“I hope I will,” Jeonghan answered softly. “You’re really—”

“Captivating,” Joshua cut in. He chuckled. “You’ve said it a few times already. You’re beginning to sound like a broken record.”

Sheepishly, Jeonghan gave Joshua a soft smile. “Can’t help it. My brain is too jumbled to think of nicer words to say to you.”

“I won’t be charmed that way,” Joshua said, eyebrow rising.

Holding out his arm, Jeonghan shook his head. “I have plans. Let’s go before we’re late.”

Gently, Joshua laid his hand on Jeonghan’s forearm. “Ok. Take me to the carriage then Prince Charming,” he teased.

“Right this way,” Jeonghan said, adopting a serious tone to play along with Joshua.