Sleeps In Sunbeams's manga / #Alpha x Omega(64)

A good story with beautiful art and some angst; I really enjoyed Shuu and Ayame’s story. Shimotsuki Shuu (omega) first bumped into Satsuki Ayame (alpha) on his first day at middle school. That was the start of his own personal hell as the older boy kept Shuu at his beck and call over the next 4 years. I found this part of the story sad for Shuu. Because even though Ayame had good reasons to keep Shuu close (as you find out later), Shuu genuinely suffered during those years under the constant bullying attention. He had no friends and his self perception was very negative. Their reunion in the workplace years later had Shuu and Ayame pairing for a mentorship program. The distressed and frazzled Shuu faced constant critique for his design projects and initially reacted with poor self confidence. But this was the setting of the realisation for Shuu that Ayame was a better man than he would have believed. As the two MCs began to understand each other better, and Shuu saw the soft side of Ayame, you could tell that Ayame actually cared for the omega he liked to insult and Shuu was drawn to the protective alpha too. There were lots of flashbacks in the story which was nice. However, sometimes when the mangaka came back to the present the MCs would rapidly progress in their relationship in ways that weren’t convincing. Despite that, the story was a lovely one to read and the last page in the manga was my favourite.

A wonderfully romantic Omegaverse story. Nanao (omega) works at a male Omega Cabaret. The omega there cross dress as women and Nanao is very protective of the younger omega who are preyed upon by alpha customers. Don’t underestimate this strong omega and watch out controlling alpha. The night Nanao meets serious and aloof Arisake they have a heated confrontation following a judgmental comment by the alpha. Realising his mistake, Arisake tries to apologise but Nanao leaves as he enters an unexpected heat. There is a moment that they touch hands and you know some connection has sparked between the two. Determined to make amends, Arisake waits to apologise and Nanao’s heart softens to the genuine alpha. Their relationship that follows is so endearingly sweet. The prickly defences of Nanao are not needed against this man who prioritises his lover in every way. Nanao is so often adorably flustered by being treasured so honestly. Seriously, this was just the sweetest story.

A sweet and wholesome story about childhood friends Munechika (alpha) and Kanade (omega who was misdiagnosed beta). When Kanade goes into heat, Munechika helps him to manage his ever increasing symptoms. Kanade’s long suppressed dream of being mates with the friend he loves seems to be certain, but things don’t go as smoothly as anticipated. The MCs blunder their way to being mates with the help of some new friends and communication like adorable idiots when everyone can see their live except each other.

Okino-kun (omega) was the busy eldest of 7 children. His family was very poor but there was a lot of love amidst the chaos. Being the eldest, Okino made many sacrifices to help provide for his family and to buy the expensive suppressants he needed. From reducing his meals and working after school to getting his siblings to daycare and house chores, Okino was forever in motion. Add to that, he studied hard and was in an excellent high school (senior year) on a scholarship. Entering his barely balanced existence comes the first year alpha, Asahino (1st year student). Asahino was fascinated by Okino from when he first heard about him, and began a determined pursuit of his senpai. And while Asahino genuinely wants Okino senpai to be his mate and partner, his lack of communicating that adequately leads Okino to feel like he is being toyed with. These 2 MCs need to spend time together and figure out how to make their relationship work, especially if a baby is on the way. I thought the story was cute, though I never like dubious consent in a romance. I understand that the alpha was trying to protect and claim his omega, but he needed to be sure Okino understood that too. The ending was sweet it’s a story I will probably re read.

This was an interesting spin on Omegaverse. The omega (Azusa) had idolised the alpha (Kade) ever since he was saved from bullying by the young alpha at school. Now years later they reencounter and Azusa offers to pay the playboy back, doing anything for him. More for the amusement at using Azusa, Kaede agrees and from then is subject to the very determined pursuit by Azusa to become mates. I liked the hint of possessive yandere in Azusa. He could be scary at times, enough so that he would go to unforgivable lengths to get what he wanted. But he was also prepared to sacrifice all he had to give Kaede his freedom. Azusa could be very intimidating when others got close to Kaede, but Kaede was alpha enough to stand toe to toe with his lover when needed. It’s an interesting dynamic, definitely intense and a little disturbing, but well done overall.

Trigger warning: Forced sex but author handles it well Fantastic Omegaverse story with great art, hot MCs, and ofc, a really interesting storyline. Tsubame (omega) and Miyama (alpha) have been neighbours and competitive rivals since infancy. One day when fighting Tsubame finally wins, only to go into unexpected heat. The guys relationship goes through some huge challenges but Tsubame isn’t going to let anything stop him from making things work. This story includes a fair amount of their families input, and both families are loving alpha/omega units. It’s rare to see yaoi where the families are like this, and they added so much depth to the story. No more spoilers, just give this one a read Sequel to Abarenbo Honey.

This Omegaverse is a manhwa (so read left to right) that focuses on the Kkangpae (Korean mafia) of the Taesan Group. With the death of the current leader there is a transition that boss Seojin (alpha) is overseeing. With assassins targeting him, he assumes that the desperate thug pulling a knife on him is from a rival group. However, Harim (omega) is merely a desperate omega looking for fast cash. Now, under the watchful eye of Seojin, Harim’s bubbly and energetic personality starts to shine. He drags the older man out to have fun, breaks things he cleans, and inserts his cheeky self right into the heart of a scary, soon to be, crime boss. I loved the adorable Hajim, and the way he bought out the protective alpha in Seojin was enough to make me pop an ovary. Loved the story, recommended!

Chii-chan (alpha) and Kiyo (omega) have been best friends since middle school. Kiyo has been in love with his oblivious friend forever, but Chii-chan sees the tall omega as a little brother. The shorter and stocky alpha is very protective of his friend though, and works in the nightclub where Kiyo dances to ensure his safety. Even this beginning shows what makes this story so sweet. Neither Chii-chan nor Kiyo are your average alpha or omega, but their affection foe each other is solid, and when Kiyo confesses finally he receives an unexpected answer. These MCs are loving and devoted. They work hard for their future and have a supportive family. The story follows them over a few years and is heartwarming and fluffy. I loved it.

This was a fun Omegaverse story. Super lazy omega Suzuya-kun loved his 3 days off from work each month. It was worth lying about his heat being unmanageable in order to have those quiet, lazy days drinking beer and playing video games. When he was asked to mentor new employee Furuike- kun (alpha), Suzuya put on his best smile and worked hard, enjoying his break at the end of the month more than ever. That is, until Furuike-kun turned up to offer his alpha services. Stunned, Suzuya was swept into a sexual relationship and an unexpected bite from his somewhat naive subordinate. Ofc the bite never took as he wasn’t in heat, but with congratulations from work on his pairing, a meeting with the in laws, and an ex fiancée on the scene, Suzuya was swept relentlessly down the rabbit hole of his lies. And when he realised he was in love with his gentle alpha, this poor, overwhelmed omega may just finally be driven to show his true colours.

So much love between these two adorables. High school friends Haruto (omega) and Souta (alpha) have been best friends for years. Head over heels for the naive little omega, Souta keeps other alphas away and stakes his claim on his friend with a sexual relationship to “help” Haruto grow to be a healthy omega. But when he finds out the truth he enters his heat and his anger fizzles away as the two become closer and honest. The story follows their sweet romance (and it really is sweet). The open love declarations, the gentle touches and protectiveness, and the way they prioritise each other is totally heartwarming.