The scent blockers were failing. Neuvillette could feel the pads on his scent glands slipping. The blocking of his scent was also severely reduced. The scent of roses and the ocean was a wafting aroma around him. It was undeniably floral and sweet.

It was undeniably omega.

Yes, that's right, Neuvillette was an omega. That's why he wore scent blockers. People assumed he was an alpha from his status, so he went with it. He'd lose respect if people found out what his subgender really was.