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He sighs, his heart squeezing in his chest as he holds the other close, "Hyunjin.."

"A- are you..sure?" the taller whispers, voice barely audible if his face wasn't buried in Felix' neck. "We...we can l- love each other?"

"Yeah, yes, yes, hundred percent sure, baby. We can indeed love each other, freely. No restrictions, no boundaries, I promise. Never been more certain," he confirms in a sincere and convincing tone, making his intention to start a non-forbidden relationship unmistakable.

Felix feels the slight tremor in his arms, his own throat tightening as he asks, voice laced with hesitation, “Are… Are you sure?” His heart races, pounding intensely as though he stepped in a battlefield.

Hyunjin takes a shaky breath, pulling back just enough to meet the shorter's eyes. In that shared glance, Felix catches a maelstrom of emotions flickering in his colleague's beautiful, beady eyes, prominent ones being a sense of raw vulnerability and a spark of determination as the Aussie wipes the damp cheeks gently, his ears aching to hear that word.

"Yes... ye-s Felix, I... I'll be yours."

In Felix' mind, it's like the whole world is throwing a party just for him. Fairies are spinning around as though they've had too much sugar, rainbows are popping up like they're trying to win a colour contest, and a victory song is blasting from an imaginary speaker, confetti is exploding from nowhere, and the sky is blushing a vibrant pink, as though the wind is whispering sweet nothings to flatter it. Everything feels so over-the-top happy and ridiculously giddy that Felix just wants to kiss Hyunjin.

And he does, because he can and he has every right to.

He pulls the taller closer by his waist, capturing his lips in an affectionate kiss. Hyunjin shudders in his hold, tilting his head to deepen the kiss, but just as quickly pulls away when the knocks on the door turn into a string of the doorbell rings, leaving Felix leaning forward, still chasing his addictive lips.

"Who is it?" The shorter can't help but groan in annoyance at the visitor's constant knocking and ringing.

"I'll check," says the latter, detaching from Felix as he tries to go to the door but the Aussie holds his wrists, not letting him go.

"Lixie, I need to—" he starts, but his words turn into a murmur as Felix pulls him in for another kiss. He tightens the hold on his colleague's hands, subtly slipping the bracelet onto his wrist before breaking the kiss and softly pecking his knuckles.

"M'lady, I can scarcely believe you're finally mine."

Felix can't resist smiling as he watches the other, who's busy examining the bracelet, giggle adorably at his posh tone. Gently, he tucks a stray strand of hair behind Hyunjin's ear, leaning in to kiss him again, only for a loud banging on the door to shatter their sweet bubble.

With a sigh of irritation directed at the impatient intruder, the Aussie gives him a quick peck before pulling back and releasing him.

“Now you can see who's so eager to meet you, darling.”

Hyunjin looks up from the bracelet at him, nodding in agreement as he makes his way to the door.

"Oh, hyung, it's you."

Felix peeks out from behind Hyunjin, curious to see who the impatient guest at the door could be. His eyes land on a man, a bit older than them, with striking, almost feline-like features and an undeniable charm that's difficult to ignore.

"Jin, you're alright... That's a relief. I was starting to get worried," the man says, his voice carrying a hint of concern. Hyunjin tilts his head, evidently a little puzzled.

"Worried?" the taller asks.

"Yeah, worried," the man replies with a sheepish grin. "You took so long to open the door, I thought something might be wrong."

Felix can't help but wonder what kind of bond this guy has with his Hyunjin to be so concerned about him. It's clear that the man cares about him, but the Aussie can't help feeling a tad possessive.

"Oh, sorry about that," Hyunjin replies, scratching his nape awkwardly. "I was, uh... just in the shower."

Felix grins a bit, feeling proud of Hyunjin's quick save. Sure, the taller might be a bit clueless at times, but he's got his moments, and Felix loves him for it.

"Ah, that makes sense. But are you free now?" the cat-like guy asks, hoping for a bit of Hyunjin's time.

“Right now? Not exactly,” Hyunjin replies, glancing back at Felix. "I've got, um... some plans already. But is it something urgent?"

He can't help but feel a little triumphant, knowing that Hyunjin won't be going anywhere leaving him tonight.

"Nah, don't worry, it’s not urgent," the man assures him with a casual wave. "Just wanted to share a little something. We can discuss tomorrow or whenever you're free."

"Sure thing, hyung. Good night, then."

"Night, baby," the man says with a smile, before he turns to leave.

Felix stiffens at the term. Baby? Seriously? Isn't Hyunjin supposed to be his baby? Yet it seems like half the world thinks they can just throw that nickname for him, lately.

'Easy, no need to get all possessive.'

"So... baby, huh?" The Aussie can't help but ask, raising an eyebrow.

Hyunjin blushes and quickly tries to clear up the misunderstanding. "It's nothing, really, just..." He trails off, looking for a way to explain.

Felix cuts him off, not letting him get away with it. "Who's he?"

The questioned one hesitates for a moment, then lets out a small sigh. "He... he's one of my neighbours."

A neighbour? Of course. How convenient, being so close to Hyunjin. Felix rolls his eyes, trying not to show how bothered he is by it.

"Aren't your neighbours getting a little too close for comfort these days?" Felix asks, his tone a bit more possessive as the latter walks back toward him.

Hyunjin chuckles, clearly amused. "Just drop it, Mr. Possessive." The Aussie can't help but smile at the sweet sound of his laugh, loving it when he's playful like this.

He pulls Hyunjin closer by the waist, his hands firm but gentle as he leans in, his lips brushing against the taller's ear, "I can't drop it, baby. Time to show you just how possessive your Mr. Possessive can be."