Hello my lovelies, yes I'm finally back! I haven't died or gone missing, thankfully. Apparently I just take forever to finish a story, though I did only start this one in November...which I guess was four months ago. But anyway, I'm finally done, and I'm super excited for you all to read it :) This story has 14 chapters, and I'm going to be uploading them on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Now I'll let you guys get on with the reading, can't wait to hear what you think so far.

"You can pull over right here," Alec said, glancing up from the map on his phone.

"You said you were going to Clifton Hall right?" The cab driver asked as he looked out at the campus.

"Umm, yeah," Alec answered, knowing they were still a little ways from it.

"Well I can bring you closer, I'm sure I can navigate through these kids," he said before inching the taxi forward. Alec smiled and turned so he could look out the window. He had looked at countless pictures of the place back home, but nothing was compared to how breathtaking the campus looked in person. He really couldn't get over the fact that everything was so green, there were trees everywhere. It was a little overwhelming if he was being honest, he was so used to being surrounded by grey skyscrapers. The buildings to were amazing, they all looked like pieces of art. He could already tell he was going to love it here.

"I told you we could get here," the cab driver said triumphantly.

"Thanks a lot, really," Alec said as he grabbed his wallet. After paying, and giving a generous tip, he pushed open the door, finally stepping out onto the campus. He was surprised that the driver got out as well.

"I can help you with your bags," he said moving to open the trunk. Alec couldn't help the surprised look that crossed over his face.

"Umm, thanks," he said awkwardly.

"You alright?" The driver asked laughing.

"Oh, yeah, I'm fine. Just not used to this that's all, I'm from New York and the cab drivers are definitely not as friendly as you are," Alec told him as he grabbed the bag that was handed to him.

"Well welcome to California, we tend to be a little more relaxed here." Alec smiled and took another bag.

"Is this everything you have?" The cab driver asked as he took out the last two.

"No, my parents are having the rest of my stuff shipped over to me. I just packed what I would need first thing," Alec said as he slung his backpack over his shoulder.

"They didn't want to come with you?" The driver asked. Alec was a little taken aback by how many questions this guy was asking, but he figured he was just trying to be nice.

"Umm, no. They were busy with work, and helping my siblings move in since they both decided to go to NYU," Alec told him.

"I see how it is, you're the lucky one that moved far away," Alec couldn't help but laugh at this.

"Yeah, something like that."

"Well I've taken up enough of your time, good luck with school," the man said before getting back into the cab and driving back the way they had come. Alec stood there for a few more seconds mulling over the weirdness of that. 'I'll definitely have to be more careful about the cabs I take from now on.' He thought to himself. He was just trying to decide how he would get his bags up to his room when a bubbly voice broke his train of thought.

"Hi there, welcome to CCA!" Alec turned around to come face to face with an overly excited brunette.

"Umm, hi there," he said in return.

"This is your first day here right?" She asked. Alec just nodded, her excitement was kind of overwhelming.

"Well let me introduce myself, my name is Maia. I'm a second year studying drama, I'm also a rep for the first years in Clifton Hall. If you have any questions at all I'm the one to ask, or Brandon, but I'm more fun."

"I'm Alec," he said. Her attitude was slowly starting to rub off on him a bit, and he was feeling a little more relaxed about everything. "Do you think you could help me figure out how to get my bags to my dorm?"

"Oh of course, we have carts that you can pile everything on. Let me just go get one for you," she said before heading off in the direction of one of the white tents. While Alec waited for her to return he quickly sent off a text to his sister letting her know he got here safely. He knew she was probably still busy moving her things to her new dorm, so he wasn't expecting an answer. Knowing her she'll send him an email detailing everything later anyways.

After a few minutes passed he could see Maia coming back, pushing a cart in front of her. He could also see a black bag in it and wondered what she brought back with her.

"Here you go," she said motioning to the cart. "I also grabbed you a first year goodie bag, it has a campus map, water bottle, key chain, other first year items."

"Thanks," Alec said as he began putting his stuff on the buggy.

"Is this everything you brought?" She asked, shocked at the few bags he had. Alec sighed, wondering how many more times he was going to be asked this.

"No, my parents are sending me the rest of my things later," he told her. She just nodded, accepting his answer.

"So do you know your room number and where to go?" She asked looking down at the clipboard in her hands.

"Yep, I'm room 203. I was told that was on the second floor," he said.

"Yeah you're right, all the dorms are on the second floor. The first floor has the mailboxes, laundry room, and showers. And then below that there are the rooms for the reps," Maia informed him.

"Oh the reps live in the dorms?" Alec asked, surprised about this.

"Yeah, it's so we're near if anyone ever needs us. And so we can plan fun residence activities. It's not that bad, plus our dorms are like little apartments," she said.

"Well I should probably go find my room and get settled in, plus I'm sure you have other people to check in," Alec said, seeing a few more cars starting to arrive.

"You're right I should get going. I hope you have a great first day, and I do hope to see you again soon," she said, giving a smile before turning to head towards a group of girls. Alec sort of hoped he would see her again too, she was actually kind of growing on him.

Right now though he had more important things to do, he needed to get to his room. He pushed the cart towards the door to his residence hall, which was thankfully propped open. Once he stepped through he was greeted by a gentle breeze of air condition, he hadn't realized how hot it was outside. He left the buggy by the elevators before going over to the row of mailboxes lining the far wall, he wanted to know what one was his. He found the number 203 engraved in one, and took out the keys from his pocket. He was surprised to find something already in it, but then realized that it was only a few takeout menus. Though still, those would become quite important. He grabbed them before shutting and locking the box. He made his way back to the elevator and pushed the button for him to go upstairs.

Thankfully the elevator was empty since it wasn't that big, and wouldn't fit more than him and the cart. As the doors closed he could feel nerves swirl around his stomach, he hadn't really been nervous about this until now. He was about to go see where he would be living for the next year, and who he would be living with. He really hoped he liked his roommate, and that he would like him in return. As the doors 'dinged' open Alec took a deep breath before pushing his cart out. Everything was going to be fine, there was even a good chance that his roommate wouldn't even be there yet. He couldn't figure out what he wanted more. He found his room easy enough, it was only two doors down from the elevators. He looked up at the painted 203 and silently cursed himself for being so awkward. With one last deep breath he grabbed his key card and unlocked the door.

Empty. His roommate hadn't arrived yet. Feeling way more at ease Alec started unloading his bags. After dumping them all onto his bed, he claimed the one up against the right wall, he looked at the cart.

"Now I'm going to have to take you back outside aren't I," he grumbled to it. Realizing he was slowly going insane, talking to an inanimate object, he quickly grabbed his keys and threw open the door, pulling the cart along with him.

This time the elevator wasn't empty, so there was brief moment of awkward shuffling to let the people off so he could get on. He was really starting to hate these buggies. Once he was back outside he started in the direction of the white tent Maia got it from. Once he put it away, and assured the people manning the tent that he already got a bag, he made his way back to the dorm. As he was walking back he was once again struck by the beauty of his campus, and made a decision to grab his camera once he got back to his room. Unpacking could wait until later.

Alec was breathless a couple hours later as he made his way back towards his residence. He had truly missed taking pictures, as he had been too busy in the last few weeks getting everything ready to come to school. He was feeling a little weightless, and he could feel his chest move with every breath he took. He would admit, he may have climbed a tree earlier to get a better shot of a few people playing football, and he was still trying to catch his breath a little. He really needed to work out more, if only to get his breathing into shape. He stepped out of the elevator and was greeted by all kinds of different music playing, clearly more people had moved in by now. He wondered if his roommate had, and was actually looking forward to the meeting now. Clearly all he needed to do was take some pictures to feel more at ease.

He grabbed his key card and unlocked the door, and was greeted by an almost breathtaking sight. His roommate had arrived, and for some reason all Alec could do was stare at him. He was currently taping a poster to the wall near his bed, and Alec's eyes felt the need to roam up and down his body. The guy was tall, and lithe, and Alec could tell through the thin white t-shit he was wearing that he was completely toned. His shirt was riding up and Alec could see smooth caramel coloured skin. The guys hair was black, and was hanging down to almost his shoulders. It looked to be almost shinning, and Alec knew that if he were to run his hands through it it would feel like feathers. Alec yearned for him to turn around so he could see his face, which he just knew would be as perfect as the rest of him.

He got his wish, 'cause just then the door finally shut behind him with a slight bang. Causing the guy to almost fall off the bed as he turned around.

"Oh shit, sorry," Alec said rushing forward.

"It's okay, no harm no foul. Clearly I was too wrapped up in my own world to notice anyone come in," the guy said. "I'm guessing you're my roommate, I'm Magnus." Alec could hardly make out what he was saying he was so entranced by his face, which was just as perfect as he assumed it would be. High cheekbones, wide eyes that were a mix of gold and green swirls, an adorable nose, and a cupids bow mouth. Alec realized he was staring and quickly shook himself out the trance he was in.

"Umm, I'm Alec," he finally managed to get out. "What are you listening to?" He asked, trying to clear his head.

"You don't know who this is?" Magnus asked, shock evident on his face.

"Should I?" Alec asked.

"Well duh, it's Adam Lambert, only the greatest singer of all times," Magnus explained.

"Yeah I don't know him, have I lost points?" Alec asked teasingly.

"I'll let it slide this time, but only if you like him," Magnus teased back.

"I would have to say he's not like what I usually listen to, but his voice is quite hypnotic," Alec answered.

"And with that I will let you live," Magnus said grinning. "So where were you, I got here like two hours ago and you're stuff was here but you weren't."

"Oh, after I dropped my stuff off I was hit with the sudden need to go capture campus life on film. I've been out taking pictures for the past couple of hours," Alec said, setting his camera bag on the empty desk.

"You're a photographer?" Magnus asked.

"I like to think so, I'm here to study it further and hone my talents."

"Well you better let me see some of your stuff later on."

"I'll think about it," Alec said. "So what are you here for?"

"Film studies, I want to hone my talent of moving pictures. I really want to become a director, or maybe a screenwriter."

"Wow, that's quite intense. You better let me see some of your stuff," Alec said, copying Magnus's previous statement.

"Well I'll show you mine if you show me yours," Magnus teased. Alec felt himself blush so he quickly busied himself with one of his bags.

"What do you say to grabbing some food once we're all unpacked?" Magnus asked, moving to hang up another poster.

"I do believe that is a wonderful idea," Alec answered smiling.

"Good, now hurry up 'cause I'm starving," Magnus said, laughing when Alec stuck his tongue out. When he turned back to his poster Alec couldn't help but sneak another quick peek at him. He could feel his mouth go dry at the sight of his backside in those jeans, Alec was totally fucked. This was going to be an interesting year.

Of course I just had to write a cute college fic of these two, it was needed. I hope you liked the first chapter, and I can't wait for you all to see what happens next in their lives. Until the next chapter!