One More Day
Summary: Magnus and Alec's relationship has taken a dramatic turn which leaves chaos and nightmares in their wake, where both are in a desperate search in a race against time for the one thing that could make their dreams complete. Can something be done to mend all the broken souls involved, or has fate already delivered its final judgment?
AN: Hi guys, this is my first ever Malec story, so here's hoping that you like it! The story takes place after the city of Glass, where you might notice a couple of changes later on in the story, eg, about the characters or supernatural beings. Might take some build up to get me started, but after that things should be running smoothly.
Enjoy!
Disclaimer: Sadly all these characters belong to Cassandra Clare
Chapter 1 – Celebration
(This Scene takes place in the institute, in the kitchen, where Alec's just arrived home and is having a private conversation with Isabelle)
"Oh, Alec! I'm so happy for you!" Isabelle declared, wrapping up a reluctant Alec in a heartfelt and warming embrace.
Alec meanwhile stood motionlessly rigid in place, whereupon he blushed a crimson red as his sister continued to fuss and pat around him. Isabelle giggled happily, as she failed to notice -or simply ignored, as was most likely the case - her brother's protests: the institute had been ever so quiet up till now, when Alec had finally returned after being absent for several days – therefore she was positively rejoiced to have him once again in her company. And even more eager to discover the reason behind his sudden disappearance.
"What's going on?" Jace asked, as he and Clary entered the kitchen, hand in hand, thus destroying the private, emotional reunion with his younger sister. "Alec," Jace raised his eyebrow high, "and where exactly have you been recently: cause I swear those runs of yours are getting longer and longer…"
"Alec and Magnus are…" Isabelle started.
"Not," Alec interrupted sternly, glaring at his sister venomously in warning.
"Oh, Alec," she tutted disapprovingly at him, but he continued to glare at her nevertheless, eyes dark and dangerous. "Fine! Will be any day now…"
"We're-"
"Officially engaged," she sang, smirking triumphantly at him.
"Alec," Clary gasped, her innocent eyes widening, "is this true?"
"No," he answered sombrely.
"But he will be," Isabelle exclaimed, "I'm almost positive that he will propose tonight."
"Who, Alec?"
"Magnus!"
"Oh! Congratulations Alec!" Clary bounced over to his sister, grinning madly.
"Yeah, this is a cause for a celebration," Jace said, slapping him on the back. "Well done bro, you got in there good!"
"B-b-but I-I'm not-"
"He's such an idiot!" Isabelle sighed dramatically, slightly frustrated and more than half amused. "Can't you see he's madly in love with you? Every time you're together, Alec, I've never seen you happier. Never! As your devoted sister, I've been keeping a watchful eye on you, and lately you've been spending a lot more time together – I mean, we've barely seen you these past couple of weeks, haven't seen you at all these last few days! Where do you think this is leading, Alec?"
"I-"
"I'm sure he's been dropping hints to you too, where he's been more Magnusy than usual. Plus, tomorrow he's taking you to the finest restaurant in New York- the perfect location for you-know-what."
"But," Alec protested, taking a deep breath, hardly daring to believe, "he's been acting distant lately. Yesterday he could hardly talk to me without his voice wavering."
"It takes a lot of courage to propose to someone, Alec Lightwood," Clary said quietly, yet everyone was drawn to her words. "Look at Luke, for example. He wondered for years about my mother, and when they were finally a couple he became a nervous wreck when he asked mom to marry him- he almost past out, too!"
Isabelle gave him a knowing look of triumph, while Jace stood there unmoving, smirking slightly in silence.
"I'm not sure," Alec said at last, looking completely vulnerable.
"Well," Isabelle said confidently as she continued to hold is hands in hers. "I am Alec, and as your baby sister I'm going to give you some advice – just go tomorrow and have fun. Forget your worries and everyone else, and just have fun with Magnus. Everything else will come later."
He hugged her then, in such a way that it brought tears to her eyes. Surprised, she slowly threw her arms around him, ruffling his hair slightly, comforting him, loving him for the way he was- her sweet Alec. He didn't know how long he was there for – he dimly remembered Clary whisper something, and Jace yelling for a group hug- but he didn't care. He let himself enjoy this moment, so unique and wonderful, that he'll remember it for all time.
When he finally pulled away, he stood apart, face red and hair askew, looking at his family with such joy. Without a word, (for there was no need for such things) he nodded once and retreated to his bedroom, feeling far more hopeful and peaceful of the future that was spread out before him. The future that looked ever so bright with the warlock he loved.
AN: Aww, a nice cheery chapter to get you started. What did you think, any good? It's a set up chapter to set the scene, where it'll quickly change and become something more. Hope you liked it, and thanks for taking the time to read it.
