Hey guys. I'm planning this story to be multi-chaptered and I hope I'll be able to finish this before my vacation ends. Enjoy reading and leave a review to help me improve. I seriously think that the way I narrate sucks so any pointers will surely help :)

DISCLAIMER: Cassandra Clare owns the characters used in this story.

"Magnus."

"Yes, babe?"

It was a chilly afternoon and Magnus smiled as Alec called his name. They're seating on Magnus's big, red couch, watching show re-runs since noon and his arms are wrapped loosely around Alec's body – his chin on Alec's right shoulder. He noticed the tension in his lover's shoulder and asked him about that before but all he uttered was there's nothing to worry about. He didn't pursue the subject even though he knows that there's something to worry about. Magnus knows Alec too well. He knows Alec will soon talk about it and now is the time he wants.

"I need to... to be gone for a few days. Shadowhunter business," he said and turned to face Magnus except not looking into the cat-like eyes who love staring at his ocean-blue eyes. Magnus's arms hang by the side of Alec's body. "I'll be back by Sunday."

Magnus looked at him apprehensively. Not that he doesn't trust Alec but he's not looking at him while he was speaking which made Magnus suspicious. When they talk, they stare into each other's eyes – losing themselves into it. Alec playing with the hole of his shirt didn't really help since Magnus is deciding if he's telling the truth.

"Okay. Just call me every time you're free, alright?" His arms found its way back to Alec's body and hugged him. He crashes his mouth with his and he heard him gasped. The unusual urgency is present which worried Magnus. He enjoys it but there's something hidden behind every kiss and every touch.

Magnus pulled out and a devilish grin spread into his face which made Alec flush even more.

"I'm going back to the Institute," Alec announced. "See you tomorrow."

Alec left Magnus's apartment without looking back. Weird, Magnus thought. He usually hugs him first then depart, leaving Magnus breathless after a rough kiss.

He shrugged and flung himself back to his couch after locking the door. He pulled something from his pocket and stared at it lovingly. A simple platinum band in which their initials were engraved in is staring back at Magnus.

He was planning to propose this weekend. It will be their second anniversary and he thinks it will be the perfect date. Alec will be his fiancé before this week ends, he told himself.

It's Sunday evening and Alec haven't called yet since their last meeting. Magnus prepared a candle-light dinner for the two of them. He's been calling Alec for the past hour but he can't reach him. He keeps on checking that everything should be perfect for this night.

It's almost ten in the evening when his phone rang.

"Babe, where the-"

"Sorry, Mag. Can't be there tonight. Love you,"

Magnus stared at his phone. Alec hung up on him without letting him speak. And why was Alec whispering? Maybe they are really busy back there at the Institute. Maybe a number of demons feel like chomping on people tonight so as the children of the Angel, they have to take action.

With a sigh, Magnus blew the candle and head to his bedroom. He snapped his finger and he's free of clothing except for his boxers. He can still feel the cloud of suspicion and anxiousness looming over his head.

He rang Alec once more before going to sleep and he was directed to his voicemail.

"Alec? Please come here as soon as you're free. I really miss you. I love you."

Magnus was startled when he heard a noise coming from his door. The sun is up, shining brightly outside his windows making him squint. He climbed out of his bed – still in his boxers – and saw that it was Alec. He forgot he gave him a key to his place. The sight of his blue-eyed angel was enough to make his day.

"Hey gorgeous," he greeted Alec lazily as he made his way toward his boyfriend. When he reached him, he kissed Alec lightly.

"Mag, I'm tired. Can I sleep first before we talk?" He flashes his puppy eyes on Magnus which made the older guy's heart melt.

"Sure, babe." Magnus kissed him again then he turned and disappeared.

Magnus feels so energetic after seeing the love of his endless life after days. He doesn't want to go back to bed. He decided to groom himself up since clients will be arriving around two.

At the bathroom, while staring at his glitter-covered body, Magnus smiled to himself. Alec is back in his arms again.

The minutes and hours swiftly flew away and it's already eight in the evening when his last customer left his apartment. After snapping his fingers, dinner is served and all he has to do is to wake Alec up. He was surprised when he saw him already awake, sitting by the edge of the bed. His eyes are staring into space. He didn't notice Magnus arrived until he touched his shoulder.

"Hey. Happy anniversary,babe." Magnus smiled and kissed Alec on his cheek but the anxiousness for the boy is still present. "Are you feeling well?"

Alec glanced up. "Huh? Uh, happy anniversary too, Mag. Yeah, I'm fine."

"Do you want to eat something?"

"Sure. I'm starving." Alec forced a smile and stood up.

The two of them were silent for the rest of the meal except for Magnus who was always attempting to make a conversation. Alec was obviously not interested because he only utters conversation-unworthy replies. Magnus can't take any of these.

"Alexander," Magnus said in a stern voice. He rarely use that tone but the situation certainly calls for it. Alec lifted his gaze off the steak he was playing with and look at the cat-like eyes that are staring at him intently. He gulped.

"I know something's been bothering you lately. Can you please talk about it? Tell me, talk to me. Please, Alec," Magnus continued with his tone changing from anxious to pleading.

"Nothing's wrong. I'm just tired," Alec said lamely and drag his eyes back to the steak and started playing with it again.

Out of frustration, Magnus dropped the wine glass he has been holding then stormed out of the dining room. Alec stared at his retreating figure with tears falling.

There! Can you guess what's wrong with Alec? I bet you don't. *evil laugh*

OK, maybe you do, but keep it to yourself.

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