Felix hadn’t planned on buying anything that day.
He was supposed to be “just looking.”
That was what he told Hyunjin, at least.
The two of them wandered through a quiet shopping street in Seoul, tucked away from the busier tourist areas. The air was crisp, late afternoon sunlight reflecting softly off glass storefronts. Hyunjin walked a few steps ahead, hands in his pockets, occasionally stopping to admire clothes he absolutely did not need.
Felix, however, had fallen behind.
His attention had been captured by a small jewelry shop.
It was warm inside—soft lighting, pale wood shelves, and glass cases filled with delicate rings and necklaces.
“Hyunjin,” Felix called softly, not even realizing he’d stopped walking.
Hyunjin turned, then followed Felix’s gaze.
“Oh,” he said knowingly, lips curling into a teasing grin. “Danger zone.”
Felix ignored him and stepped inside.
The bell chimed gently above the door.
Almost immediately, his eyes landed on them.
Thin bands with the tiniest engraving along the outside—nothing ornate, just elegant and understated.
When the shop owner noticed Felix staring, she smiled and opened the case.
“These are couple rings,” she explained kindly. “Very popular.”
Felix felt his chest tighten.
His fingers hovered above the glass as if touching them might make the feeling too real. His mind instantly filled with Ruby—her laugh, the way her eyes crinkled when she smiled, how she always listened so intently when he talked, like every word mattered.
Hyunjin leaned in beside him. “You’re thinking about her,” he said, sing-song.
Felix nodded, cheeks warming. “I just… I think she’d like something simple. Something that means something.”
The shop owner placed the rings on a velvet tray. “These are worn as a promise,” she added. “Not an engagement. Just a way to say, ‘I choose you.’”
“I’ll take them,” he said softly.
Hyunjin’s teasing expression softened into something fond as Felix tried one ring on, then slipped the matching one into the small box.
It felt… right. Like he’d just made a quiet promise to himself.
On the walk back, Felix held the bag carefully, as if it were something fragile and sacred.
“So,” Hyunjin said casually. “When are you giving it to her?”
The next evening, Ruby had no idea what Felix had planned.
All she knew was that he’d asked her to keep the night free and told her to dress comfortably—but nicely—which immediately made her suspicious.
When she arrived, she found a private rooftop space glowing with soft fairy lights. A small table was set for two, candles flickering gently in the evening breeze. The city stretched out below them, lights twinkling like stars.
Felix stood up the moment he saw her.
For a second, he just stared.
Ruby looked beautiful—effortlessly so. Her hair framed her face perfectly, and she wore a soft smile that instantly made his heart race.
“Hi,” Felix replied, voice warm and a little nervous.
Dinner was quiet in the best way. Not awkward—just intimate.
They talked about everything and nothing. Laughed. Shared bites of dessert. Felix reached across the table more than once just to hold her hand, grounding himself.
But as the night deepened, Ruby noticed something.
After dessert, he stood up and took a breath. “Ruby… can we sit over there for a second?”
She nodded, curiosity blooming.
They moved to a small couch lined with cushions. Felix sat close—so close their shoulders touched. He turned toward her, suddenly serious, eyes soft but full of emotion.
“There’s something I want to give you,” he said.
Ruby’s heart skipped. “Okay…”
Felix reached into his pocket and pulled out a small box.
He opened it slowly, revealing the ring inside.
“It’s not—” he rushed to say, then stopped, chuckling nervously. “It’s not what your brain might be jumping to. It’s a couple ring.”
Ruby blinked. “A couple… ring?”
He nodded, lifting it carefully.
“In Korea, couples wear matching rings to show they belong to each other. It’s not about marriage—it’s about intention. About choosing someone every day.”
He swallowed, voice growing softer.
“It’s a way of saying, ‘I’m serious about you.’”
Felix continued, brushing his thumb over the ring. “I saw it and immediately thought of you. I wanted something that wasn’t loud, but meaningful. Something just for us.”
Her hand flew to her mouth.
“Felix…” she whispered, overwhelmed.
“I don’t expect anything,” he added quickly. “I just wanted you to know how much you mean to me.”
Ruby didn’t say anything.
Instead, she reached out, fingers trembling slightly.
“Can you put it on me?” she asked.
He carefully slid the ring onto her finger—it fit perfectly.
The moment it settled, Ruby let out a shaky laugh, tears spilling freely now.
“I’ve never had anyone do something like this for me,” she admitted softly. “It’s so thoughtful. So… you.”
Felix smiled, eyes glossy. “Yeah?”
She nodded, then took the other ring from the box.
When she slipped it onto his finger, something shifted between them—quiet, steady, real.
Ruby leaned into his chest, wrapping her arms around him.
“Thank you,” she whispered. “I’ll treasure this. Always.”
Felix kissed the top of her head, holding her close.
“I choose you,” he murmured.
And under the soft glow of city lights, wearing matching rings that held a promise only they fully understood, it felt like the most perfect beginning of something lasting.
The next day, Felix was not being subtle.
He sat in the studio chair, legs bouncing, absently spinning the silver ring around his finger while listening to playback.
Every few seconds, his eyes drifted down to his hand, a soft smile tugging at his lips.
Han squinted from across the room, slowly rolling his chair closer like a detective in a crime drama.
“Felix,” he said carefully. “Why do you look like someone just confessed their love to you in a K-drama… and you said yes?”
Felix stiffened. “I don’t.”
Han leaned in closer. “…Is that a ring?”
Felix tried to casually tuck his hand under his thigh.
“No,” he said too quickly.
Han gasped so loudly Changbin yelled, “WHY are you screaming?!”
“GUYS,” Han shouted, ignoring him. “FELIX HAS A RING!”
Felix groaned. “Han—please—”
Han grabbed Felix’s wrist with zero shame and lifted it up like he’d just uncovered national news. “A COUPLE RING! THIS IS A COUPLE RING!”
Felix’s ears turned bright red. “…It’s not a big deal.”
Han clutched his chest. “Not a big deal? You bought a Korean couple ring for RUBY. This man,” he announced loudly to absolutely no one, “is in LOVE.”
Felix’s ears burned red. “Stop.”
“Oh, I will not,” Han said, grinning. “So? Did she cry?”
“I knew it!” he said triumphantly. “You planned a romantic dinner, didn’t you? Candles. Soft lighting. Probably city view.”
Felix stared at him. “…How do you know all this?”
Han shrugged. “I know you.”
Before Felix could respond, the door opened.
Felix stood immediately, like his body had a mind of its own. “Hey.”
She smiled softly at him, then waved at Han. “Hi.”
Han’s eyes dropped straight to her hand.
Then he let out the most dramatic gasp of his life.
Felix nearly dropped his phone.
Han rushed over, pointing at her hand like he’d just spotted a shooting star. “THE MATCHING RING! YOU’RE WEARING IT! YOU’RE WEARING THE RING!” And he gently but dramatically grabbed Ruby’s hand. “Let me see. Let me SEE.”
Ruby laughed, a little shy. “Felix gave it to me yesterday.”
Han screamed again. “I KNEW IT.”
Felix muttered, “Why are you like this?”
Han turned to Ruby, deadly serious. “Do you understand how LONG I have waited for this moment?”
Ruby giggled. “Apparently longer than I realized.”
Han placed a hand over his heart. “Ruby. I am your biggest supporter. I have been shipping Luby—no, wait—Rulix—” Felix sighed. “—okay fine, Feluby,” Han continued confidently, “since DAY ONE.”
Felix blinked. “You made that ship name up just now.”
“AND IT’S BEAUTIFUL,” Han shot back.
Ruby laughed so hard she leaned into Felix’s shoulder. Felix wrapped an arm around her automatically, thumb brushing gently against her arm.
Han pointed at them. “LOOK AT THIS. MATCHING RINGS. MATCHING VIBES. EMOTIONAL SUPPORT COUPLE.”
Felix shook his head, smiling despite himself. “You’re impossible.”
Han grinned, eyes softening. “Yeah, but I’m right.”
He looked at Ruby again, sincerity cutting through the teasing.
“Seriously though—Felix is happiest when he’s with you. I can see it.”
Ruby’s expression softened.
She squeezed Felix’s hand.
Han sniffed dramatically. “Great. Now I’m emotional.”
Changbin groaned from across the room. “Can we practice now?!”
Han ignored him completely.
He threw an arm around Felix’s shoulders, pulling him into a half hug.
“I’m your biggest supporter,” he said proudly. “Captain of the Felix x Ruby ship. I’ll defend this relationship with my life.”
Felix laughed, warmth flooding his chest. “…Thanks, Han.”
“Ruby, do you understand what this means?” said Han, still admiring the couple rings.
She smiled softly, glancing at Felix. “That he chooses me.”
Han pointed at Felix. “YOU. You did well.”
Felix ducked his head, smiling.
Han leaned in closer, lowering his voice conspiratorially. “So when’s the wedding?”
“HAN,” Felix and Ruby said in unison.
Han laughed, holding his hands up. “I’m kidding. I’m kidding... For now.”
Then he smirked. “But just so you know—I expect to be best man.”
Ruby laughed, leaning into Felix’s side. “Deal.”
Felix slipped an arm around her shoulders, thumb brushing gently over her arm.
Han watched the two of them for a moment, his teasing expression softening into something genuine.
“…You really are good together,” he said quietly.
Felix smiled, looking down at Ruby. “I know.”
Ruby smiled, glancing at their matching rings as they caught the light together.
And somehow, with Han loudly declaring himself their number one fan, the promise those rings represented felt even stronger.
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