Mobei Wang hadn't realized there was anything to be concerned about at first. He hadn't enjoyed his return to the Ice Palace, but it was obvious that was because he was leaving his alpha and nest to return to a place of danger. He had the skill to navigate it, if there was truly difficulty he could consult Shang Qinghua, and he had the scented handkerchief to keep him company.
It was when he gained pudge and the need to nest and hide away began pressing on his mind that alarm bells set off in Mobei Wang's mind. He had been in heat, and he didn't think either of them had done anything to stop him from conceiving.
There was a trace of pride in the thought that he had caught so easily. His alpha had done well filling him, and his body had kept it well. Mobei Wang couldn't say he was struggling. But his scent and body was changing, and Mobei Wang knew that this removed him from the possibility of being king. He could purge the pups, but the very thought revolted him. These were his. Early, far earlier than he had planned, but his. Proof of his connection with Shang Qinghua as well.
Mobei Wang took his time to pack what he valued most and faked his death. He would not have anyone in the North look for him and endanger his pups. Then he stepped away to Shang Qinghua's home. He headed straight for Qinghua's den and tucked himself deep into the blankets.
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"Alpha," Mobei Wang said proudly. He pulled Shang Qinghua deeper in. They could not do much, not until the pups were born now, but he would still enjoy him.
"My King," Shang Qinghua panted in return. He may not be able to be as rough as they both wanted, but he was good with his hands and mouth. He would never miss an opportunity to please his beloved until they were both exhausted and his king was satisfied.
The plans for the day ground to a halt as Mobei Wang trapped Shang Qinghua in his nest, demanding his focus and refusing to let him leave.
In all fairness Shang Qinghua wasn't trying very hard to leave. Only occasionally reminding Mobei-Wang they needed to eat and drink. Otherwise he was perfectly content to give everything to Mobei-Wang. Even as the sun began peaking through the windows, he made no move to detangle himself. He only added more and more bites to his mate's scent glands, claiming him in every way.
The ice demon purred his happiness. Holding onto Shang Qinghua he fell asleep to dreams of their pups.
Shang Qinghua only slept a couple of hours until he had to detangle himself and get to work. His many qiankun pouches made moving little things easy, but for larger furniture he had to go get a cart.
He also brought food from the peak kitchens for once. He set it near the nest for Mobei-Wang. Then went to work.
Mobei Wang woke up much later. He looked up to find that their home was slowly being dismantled. An expected action, but one that had him pacing around the nest. There was food at least.
When Shang Qinghua came back from carting over another load he paused to greet Mobei-Jun. Rumbling and scenting him. "Good evening My King! Is there anything you need? How are you feeling? Did you get enough rest?"
Mobei Wang purred at his small alpha. "I am rested. You are doing well." He didn't like all this disruption, but he knew it would be better after it.
"We should be fully ready for you to move tomorrow night. Is that okay?" He was already reaching up, touching Mobei-Wang's cheek.
"Waiting would be pointless," Mobei Wang told him. It was good that Shang Qinghua worried and fussed so much. He continually strove for his omega, and it was good. But Mobei Wang was strong, and he did not need it.
