Hello! Thanks for clicking on my story...I guess...cause I'm new...(Emma Chamberlein reference right there). The Mortal Kingdom (TMO) is set in the Selection world but with TMI and TID characters (yeah, the whole gang). Just a few things i need to clarify about the story, since I made some adjustments. So I'm just gonna explain.

1. There are only 25 contestants for the Selection, I couldn't find any relevant characters and 35 is a LOT!

2. (Spoiler, don't read point if you haven't read City of Glass) Jace's last name is Wayland because Will is in the story so his last name is Herondale.

3. I feel like Simon sounds a bit cocky in this chapter but I promise, he won't be in the rest!

4. I've only included the POVs of 5 people before they go to the Selection to build interest and also to not have to explain everything in the upcoming chapters haha.

And I think that's it. I really hope you enjoy, next chapter will come out next week (it's the long break in AUS so I might even post earlier). Review, follow, favourite please! It keeps me motivated :) Read the authors note at the end too. Ok I'll stop now, enjoy !

Concept of story belongs to Kiera Cass, characters belong to Classandra Clare.

Isabelle Lightwood POV:

The Idris's Weekly Magazine was bursting with information, rumours, and juicy details about the Selection – a competition to win the Princess' heart, Clarissa Morgenstern and become King. Her fiery red hair reflected her buoyant personality perfectly, well based off of what has been written about her. I, Isabelle Lightwood, a small town designer from Alicante was going to be the new beauty guru for the royal family in Idris during the Selection and I was beyond excited.

As much as I'm looking forward to working in the palace, I also need to look out for my brother. It is time for my elder brother Alec, to take a break. He has encountered many issues running the Pandemonium, a very successful family business, I might add. Alec knows how to be a leader. Alec puts his own interests and needs before others. Also, I happen to be a major heartthrob and would love to see Alec in a relationship – which is exactly why I'm signing my brother, Alexander Lightwood, up for the selection.

This was the end to an ordinary life, but the beginning of an extraordinary one.

Jace Wayland POV:

"Jaceeee," Kaelie squealed, "You - are - an - absolute - animal," she groaned while somehow shrieking.

"Am I now?" I smirked. Our lips had been locked together for a good 5 minutes and I was enjoying every bit. Kaelie was the love of my life, and I adored her with all my heart. She smiled naughtily at me and was about to -

"Kaelie, what's going on in there? Is someone with you?" I heard her mum say. Well guess we'll never know what Kaelie was going to do. Within 5 seconds I was out of her room and escaped through the purposely opened window, slid down the tree and headed home.

Kaelie and I's relationship would not last. She was a Five, I was a Six - it's forbidden, we both would be cast down as Eights, the lowest caste. Unlike every other girl I've screwed, I actually cared about Kaelie. Although her squeals were adorable, although her smile lit up a room, I cared for her well-being more. I knew, if I our relationship continues it would be because I'm lonely. No siblings, no parents, no one.

A golden poster fell at my feet, advertising the Selection, a competition in which 25 men compete to win the princess' heart. That's when I realised, this is what I need, an escape from reality. It also has an excellent pay so why not? So I put my name in for the province, Lismana.

A week later, Kaelie called me and said that she saw a picture of me pop up on TV. I will be representing Lismana in the Selection.

This was the end of my sad, sad life and the beginning of a new, improved one.

Simon Lewis POV:

It was quite simple my life. My parents were extremely supportive of my musical passions, without them I wouldn't have been able to be such a successful singer. At first I was a part of a band that had millions of different names but no one was commited, so I eventually became a soloist.

I went to the Arts camp for the Excellent for about 4 years since I was twelve. Once I was sixteen, I had an opportunity to go to the concert where Phillip Mendez was performing - and I got to meet him! I asked him to sign my guitar and then he asked me about music - and boom. Ever since that conversation I've been a rockstar, although I try not to brag.

I am a Two, I'm rich, I have a big house, I'm following my dreams and I'm healthy. But the one thing I don't have is, love. The only person I've ever felt a true connection with Clary Morgenstern, who also happens to be the princess of Idris. Just my luck. How did we meet? That's a story to tell another time.

This is the reason I'm signing up for the Selection. Obviously I'm going to win, if anyone knows Clary better, it's me. I smiled, this was the end of something brilliant, no doubt but it was also the beginning of a life with true love.

Will Herondale POV:

I was watching the Idris weekly on TV, seeing who the first 15 contestants were going to be with my family. Pretty boring if you ask me, after they announced each name they would give like a ten minute analysis on the person, like who cares? It is up to the princess after all. Huh, what a suckish life she has.

Anyway, about 40 minutes in and I stopped listening to the TV something hit my head. I was thinking of my favourite desserts. Pavlova, Mudcake, Betty Crocker's Icing. Yum, then a protein ball landed on my lap.

At first I though I imagined it, maybe my conscience giving me punishment for think about sweets, but then I could feel saliva dripping down on my face. I recognised that mint cross with strawberry toothpaste anywhere. It had come from my father's mouth. Um ew.

"What was that?" I exclaimed. My father pointed to the TV and said,

"That's...that Jace Wayland? He...he is Cecily's daughter...he, he looks just like Gabriel," he stuttered. Cecily was my aunty and Gabriel was her husband. They both sadly passed away. My mum and sisters were acting all dramatic and gasping, I shook my head.

"So, does that mean, that dude is my cousin? Cause he looks fineee," I smirked. My father simply shook his head, "Yes, technically, he is."

"Well then, In that case, I'm totally signing up for the selection!" I cheered. This was the end of, actually screw that, it's time for some mayhem!

Clary Morgenstern POV:

Married? Married to some rando?" I complained to Tessa, my maid. "Yup, no way," I had been pacing around my room for around ten minutes while Tessa was nodding sympathetically and during times of the conversation she would nod in agreement or say "yes, yes, yes, you're right."

I had just gotten ready for the first announcement of the contestants for the Selection. After 5 more minutes of ranting, it was time to go. I started picking at my nails - a sign I'm stressing.

"Relax, yes, this is the end of something. But it's the beginning of a new life, a new era," Tessa said inspiringly. Didn't really work.

"Thanks," I mumbled. I could tell by her frown she knew I didn't feel better but we carried on.

I had a negative view on the Selection because of my parents' not so dynamic relationship but no one notices. I don't know what my mum was thinking when picking my dad. I don't want to make the same mistake, but I'm afraid I will.

Ooo first chapter done. I hope you liked it :) Next chapter they'll be in the palace and let's say Clary's in for a shock...hehe Climon shippers will be happy...oh wait there are none haha so guess you'll all be upset.

QOTD: What's your favourite ship in TMI or TID? Mine's Malec, they're so cute

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