When Felix woke up, he woke up to a warm body beside him. He smiled, rolling over to his side before opening his eyes. Light filled his vision and he squinted in the bright light before his eyes adjusted.
Chan was still asleep, his face relaxed and breathing calm. He was laying on his side, facing Felix and Felix's heart fluttered. He shifted a little, moving closer to Chan. He brushed his hand up Chan's warm, bare arm before bringing it up to Chan's face. He let his fingers ghost over Chan's skin, over his thick brow and then down his jaw.
"Good morning," Chan said, voice low and scratchy as he opened his eyes. "You look beautiful this morning," he continued and Felix laughed, happiness bubbling in his chest. He moved even closer, pressing a kiss on Chan's lips. He could feel Chan smiling against his lips and Felix felt like he was about to burst at the seams with happiness. He placed his hand on Chan's shoulder, pushing gently so Chan was laying on his back.
"Good morning, love," he murmured, leaning down to nuzzle his nose against Chan. Chan laughed, placing a hand on Felix's cheek. He looked at Felix for a moment, eyes hooded and warm as he studied Felix's face.
"You're in a good mood this morning," Chan said, the smile still present on his lips and Felix laughed again.
"I've missed you," he said softly, shifting over to lay on top of Chan and Chan chuckled, his chest rumbling. "It's been lonely."
"I'm sorry, love," Chan said, brushing his thumb over Felix's cheekbone. "I'm here now and I intend to stay by your side."
"I'd like that," Felix murmured, moving a hand to brush some of Chan's hair away from his forehead. "I don't... I don't want to be away from you again. You're... you're such a big part of my life now."
"I promise to never leave you again. I will do everything in my power to stay with you," Chan whispered and Felix bit his lip, feeling his chest tighten at Chan's words. He wished he could freeze time, to stop everything at this point. If he froze time here, he would be with Chan and the world would be in peace. Nothing would change. Time wouldn't tear them apart.
"I love you," he said, voice thick with tears and he blinked. "I love you so much you," he continued, leaning down to hide his face in the crook of Chan's neck. "I don't-"
"I love you too," Chan replied, wrapping his arms around Felix. Felix sniffled as Chan pressed a kiss into his hair. "I love you. I'll love you beyond death," he murmured into Felix's ear. Felix swallowed hard, nodding into Chan's neck as he held onto him. He never wanted to let go.
By now, Felix had gotten more comfortable in large social situations and he felt more at ease while socializing with all the nobles. He knew he should be socializing, to keep a good and strong bond with all the nobles. Hyunjung and Jiyeon's wedding was no exception.
The courtyard was beautiful. The flowers so bright in the height of summer. The wall had been repaired and on the slightly elevated round part, where Chan had been crowned king, was a small altar. Rows and rows of chair were lined up in front of the altar and the air was buzzing with chatter. The place felt so alive.
"My prince?" a voice chimed and Felix turned around to see a human woman he had never seen before. Her face was slim, eyes sharp and had a small button nose. She was tall, her skin tan and her brown hair pulled up in a neat braid that showed her round ears. Her clothes were simple, a pale blue dress with silver embroideries and a warm smile on her lips. "I'm assuming you're prince Felix."
"I am," Felix replied, trying his best to keep his voice as steady as possible. He held out his hand and as she placed hers in his, he brought it up to his lips. "I haven't seen you before."
