Malec Tales Series 2- Frozen AU: Chapter Three- Coronation Day.

Three Years Later

Magnus Pov- I haven't slept all night. Not that I get much sleep on normal nights, but this time was justified. Today was the day I would officially become king and I felt far from ready.

"Stop hiding in the corner and come over here Magnus. We only have a few more minutes to practice this," Ragnor scolded me from the other side of he room.

Like he said, I was scrunched up on the floor in a corner of the room, hugging my knees to my chest.

"I'm good right here, but thank you."

Ragnor shook his head at me as Catarina smiled, seeming amused by all this. "I normally don't agree with Ragnor, but I think he's right this time Magnus. You aren't going to be allowed to wear your gloves while being vowed in as king. You need to practice holding the scepters without freezing them."

"Can't we just skip this whole day all together? I've been king for three years now. This whole party is a waste of time."

Catarina walked up to me, grabbing my hand and pulling me up on my feet.

"Technically, you were just reigning prince. You weren't allowed to make any new laws or change any of your parents demands. For example, if you wanted to have the gates open permanently, you wouldn't have been able to do it until today."

"You know very well that I don't want the gates open. I don't even want them to be open for this coronation but I have no choice."

"Which is why you need to practice holding your scepters" Ragnor sighed, holding out a candlestick and a round music box to me.

I looked at the objects frowning before going to take them from him. He quickly moved away, shaking his head no.

"Nope, gloves off."

I looked down at my gloved hands before looking back at him. "Are you sure I can't wear them? As king, I feel like I should be allowed to choose wither or not I hold something with gloves on."

"You aren't truthful to your vow to protect your kingdom unless your skin is touching the scepters. Royalty who touched them while wearing gloves all became cruel leaders and went back on their vows. People won't trust you if you don't do this."

"I would never hurt my people… not intentionally anyway. I fear for the day I accidentally hurt them."

Catarina frowned putting her hands on my shoulders. "That won't happen Magnus. We will get your power under control someday. Until then, have confidence in yourself. Today is a fun day."

I thought about that for a moment before sighing and pulling off my gloves. Catarina took them and Ragnor nodded before placing the candlestick and music box in my hands.

They shook like mad in my grip and I held my breath as Ragnor started saying the vows. I couldn't focus on his words at all. All I did was stare at the objects in my hand, panicking when they started to freeze up.

"Magnus you are thinking too much. You need to stay calm" Catarina instructed but I wasn't listening.

I quickly let go of the objects and they both fell to the ground, shattering into pieces from being frozen.

"That was your mother's music box" Ragnor sighed, shaking his head. "Lets not drop the scepters during the coronation okay?"

"This is hopeless. I'm going to mess up and everyone will see the monster I really am. Alexander will see…"

I'm sure Alec already thinks of me like a monster. We haven't seen each other in three years. I haven't left my room much since my parents died and he has been busy as well. He would still come to my door every day and try to talk to me but I'd always ignore him.

"Speaking of Alexander, he will be at the party tonight, not as a servant, but as a guest. It is tradition for the Lightwoods to go to the coronation as royalty. Since he is technically next in line for the throne if something were to happen to you, that means he will be standing by your side as you get sworn in."

That made me happy and nervous at the same time. Alec being around always calms me in one way or another. It could help me stay cool long enough to get through the vows. On the other hand, if he shows signs of hating me now, that will only stress me out even more!

Ragnor smacked me on the back of the head. "Stop over thinking everything. Come on, we need to head downstairs. The coronation will begin any minute."

I nodded taking a few calming breaths before grabbing my gloves from Catarina and putting them back on. Just because I couldn't wear them while holding he scepters, didn't mean I can't wear them now.

Alec Pov- "Alec what on Earth are you doing" Michael Wayland asked walking into the kitchen. I looked over at him confused. "Um, making Magnus's breakfast like I do every morning."

He shook his head at me before grabbing my arm and pulling me out of the kitchen.

"Magnus won't have time for breakfast today. Besides that, you are supposed to be getting ready for the Coronation. You and your siblings will be there as royalty tonight, not servants."

"Is that really such a good idea? There will be so many people and there are only six servants. You're going to need all the help you can get."

It was impossible to hide the excitement in my voice when talking about people actually coming to the castle. I feel like I have been alone here for half my life. It will be nice to talk to someone who isn't Michael or one of my siblings.

It would be even nicer to talk to Magnus.

"We brought in some more help just for today. Enough about work, go to your room and I will meet you there in a moment."

"Yes dad" I teased making him smirk at me.

"Just go smartass."

I nodded turning away and heading to my room. As I walked the halls, I closed my eyes and basked in the sun coming through the open windows. It's been so long since the windows have been open. I forgot what fresh air feels like.

It doesn't help that I haven't been outside in over ten years. The kings order to keep me in the castle prevented me from going into town. The furthest I can go is the garden. Hopefully Magnus will change that rule for me.

I stopped in front of Magnus's bedroom door, wondering if I should try knocking again today. He may not appreciate being disturbed right now but still… maybe he will want to talk. It is a very important day and I'm sure he is nervous. Maybe I could make him feel better.

I lifted my knuckles to the door but stopped them before I could knock. What would be the point? I would just be standing here like an idiot knocking while he ignored me like always.

He's never going to let me in.

Sighing, I dropped my hand and moved away from his room, going to mine like Michael told me to.

It's clear from his actions that Magnus doesn't care about me or my 'feelings' for him. Do I still even have feelings for him? It still hurts like hell when he rejects me so who can say? Maybe Magnus will always have a piece of me.

Those feelings developed when we were children. It was nothing but puppy love. Who knows if Magnus even liked me back then? Maybe he never even wanted to play with me and he only did to be nice.

I need to get over this puppy love and finally focus on finding someone for me. I'm eighteen for crying out loud. I should have at least kissed a guy by now. There are more men out there than Magnus. Maybe I'll meet someone tonight.

The thought of meeting someone made my heart flutter. Could it really happen for me? There was nothing special about me to grab anyone's attention. Just my blue eyes.

Frowning, I covered one of my eyes with my hand. For as long as I can remember, people have always talked about how nice my eyes are. Most of the old servants would talk behind my back and say it was the only good thing about me.

It's gotten worse since my father died. Since coming out as gay, most of the remaining maids say things like: 'what waste of beautiful blue eyes,' 'It's a shame no one can inherit your eyes now,' 'Your father would be so disappointed in you.'

I know that last part wasn't true but it still stung when I heard it. My dad knew that I was gay before I even did. Michael is bi, so dad knew where to see the signs. He made sure I knew that there was nothing wrong with me and that he was proud of me no matter what.

I walked into my room, smiling slightly at a memory of Magnus telling me that he liked my eyes. I got all defensive about it and he said he loved my brain and personality way more than my eyes.

My smile soon turned to a frown when I realized that was the day before he started ignoring me.

To this day I still can't figure out what I did wrong. What could have been so bad that he'd do a turn around and start hating me?

Okay, he doesn't hate me, but with the way he treats me, he might as well. He used to not be able to go a day without spending time with me. I used to think it was ridiculous but once he stopped talking to me… I realized how much I needed to see him every day too.

I just don't know what went wrong.

There was a knock on the door before Michael walked in, carrying a long, white box in his arms.

"Sorry to keep you waiting, I had to get something out of the attic."

He put the box on my bedside table before opening it. "Hopefully it fits. You seem to be the same height your father was when Magnus's father took the throne. This is the outfit your dad wore for the Coronation. I thought you would want to wear it."

I pulled out a white royal military uniform with golden shoulder tassels. It's something I could never imagine my dad wearing since he always wore his head butler uniform.

"Why a military uniform?"

Michael shrugged, "Gideon Lightwood wasn't just a king, he was the general of his own military. This was his uniform. It's tradition for Lightwood men to wear it during special occasions."

I looked the uniform over, thinking before nodding and starting to get changed. Once it was on, Michael helped me put on the shoulder tassels.

"There, almost done," he said smiling, looking me over.

That confused me. "What else is there to do?"

He pulled a golden medal in the shape of an angelic runes, the symbol of our kingdom, out of the box.

"A prince can't go to a party without a medal of Nobility" he said pinning the medal on the front pocket of my uniform. He looked me over smiling before grabbing my shoulders and turning me around to look in the mirror.

The person in the mirror wasn't who I was used to seeing looking back at me. The man in the mirror was a handsome prince, not a servant boy.

"This isn't me," I whispered softly.

Michael looked at my reflection in the mirror. "He is today. This day is just as important for you as it is for Magnus, Alec. You are technically the reigning prince starting today. Hopefully nothing bad ever happens to Magnus but if something were to happen, the kingdom would look to you. You need to show them that they can put their faith in you."

"I've never even taken royal classes like Magnus has. I wouldn't know where to start taking care of this kingdom."

Michael patted my shoulder before moving over to the door. "You don't have to worry about that. For now, enjoy having the gates open. As long as they stay open, you're allowed to go outside."

I looked at him shocked. "Seriously? I get to go outside?"

He nodded, opening my bedroom door. "Yes but don't get too carried away. You need to be at the church in ten minutes."

"Yeah, sure, ten minutes. Got it," I said, running passed him and booking it down the hallway. If I could finally go outside, I wasn't going to waste a second.

I bumped into people as I ran passed but I didn't even take the time to apologize. Outside! I can finally go outside!

It's been so long! I can finally see changes made to the town! See the fiord and all the ships coming in! Smell the fresh air and talk to the towns people!

I've never been so excited in all my life!

The moment I stepped through the gates, I stopped in my tracks, suddenly very overwhelmed by being outside. I forgot how many people were in our kingdom. They were all walking inside the gates to get to the castle. I wanted to get far away from the castle.

Trying to think of what I've always wanted to do if given the chance to be outside, I sat on a bench, pondering for a moment.

Shopping. I have always wanted to go to the trading stalls and shop for goods like Isabelle and the other servants get to do. I should do that.

Making a decision, I stood up and made my way to the trading area. You would think that the stalls would be closed for such an important day in our kingdom, but this is the first time in awhile we've had out of country visitors. They will have a great turnout for sales.

Normally I would gravitate to the food booths but something drew me to the charm merchants instead. Isabelle always tells me about the nice bracelet and charms they make here. She once bought me a black bracelet with a blue gem in the middle, the same blue as my eyes.

Looking over the bracelet choices, one caught my eye that grabbed my full attention. It was the same bracelet Isabelle gave to me, only the gem was a mix of green and gold, not blue. The color of it immediately made me think of Magnus's golden, green eyes.

"Maybe I could get him a Coronation gift" I whisper to myself, picking up the bracelet. He may not accept it, but it doesn't hurt to try, right?

Smiling I held it in my hand as I looked over the rest of the trinkets. A golden chained necklace with a golden arrow at the end caught my eye. It was beautiful and had to be one of a kind. Gold was rare to find around here. Usually only royalty could afford it. I might have to pull the 'prince' card to be able to buy it.

I reached out to grab the necklace but as I did, another hand reached at the same time, landing on top of mine. I looked up to apologize but my mouth ran dry as I looked into gorgeous dark green eyes.

The boy standing before me quickly took his hand away, running it through his blonde hair as he chuckled awkwardly.

"Sorry about that, I didn't see you reaching for it."

I shook my head, trying to gain the ability to speak. "No… it's alright. I was just going to look at it. I don't have the money on me right now to buy it."

He smiled slightly, skimming me over with his eyes. It made my face turn awfully hot. What the heck was going on with me?

"How rude of me, I haven't introduced myself," the blonde said, putting his hand over his heart and bowing his head slightly. "I am Prince Jonathan Christopher Morgenstern of the kingdom of Edom."

The kingdom of Edom? That's where the royal summit was held when my parents died. To think I would meet one of the Royal children from there.

"It's nice to meet you. I'm Alec Lightwood." I held out my hand to shake his but he didn't hold out his own. His eyes widened at my name and he quickly bowed slightly more.

"I beg your pardon sir. It's an honor to meet Prince Alexander Lightwood of Alicante."

He grabbed my hand and kissed my knuckles, making my face flush again.

"Oh no, you must be confused. I mean, yeah technically I'm a prince but I don't really act like one. I'm just a servant to prince… well soon to be king, Magnus."

Jonathan let go of my hand and stood up straight, a sweet smile on his face. "Nonsense, you are just as much of a prince as I am. You should be proud of your royal heritage."

Being a servant was more my heritage than actually being a prince.

"I take it you are here for the coronation," I asked, changing the subject. He nodded looking back at the necklaces.

"That's right. I'm here as a representative of my father, king Valentine. He couldn't make it and my sister is off gallivanting who knows where, so he sent me."

That's right, King Valentine had two children, a boy and a girl. That completely slipped my mind. The daughter was next in line for the throne of Edom so I guess there was never a reason to talk about the son.

Jonathan smiled at me again before pointing to the arrow necklace we both reached for.

"Are you going to buy this?"

I quickly shook my head no. "I don't really have the money for it and my prince status doesn't hold up much here I'm sure. You should buy it. The jewelry in Alicante is the best in all the kingdoms."

There was no way for me to know if that was true or not. I've never left the castle, let alone the kingdom. I wouldn't know what amazing artists were out there.

Jonathan put his finger on his chin, seeming to ponder for a moment before smiling at the merchant.

"I would like to buy this golden arrow please."

He pulled out a big baggie of gold coins and tossed it on the table. It had to be way more than what the necklace actually cost.

"Keep it all" he said before picking up the necklace and turning to me. My cheeks burned as he unlatched the clasp of the necklace and placed it around my throat, clasping it again.

"Why are you putting it on me" I asked, beyond flustered. He chuckled slightly before saying, "because I bought it for you silly."

"That was a lot of gold you just gave up. There is no way I can let you give me something like this. Please take it for yourself."

He shook his head, crossing his arms over his chest and looking at the arrow around my neck.

"I think it looks much better on you. Consider it a gift from a fellow prince."

I glanced down at the necklaces before looking back at him. "Then I should get you something as well."

He smiled, putting his hands in his pockets and leaning against the stall. "How about you sit with me during the coronation? I don't like sitting with boring old men."

"Oh, I'm sorry. I'm going to be standing with Magnus while he gets sworn in. It's kind of the only royal Lightwood tradition."

He nodded "That's right I remember father mentioning something about that. He's not the biggest fan of your family. Thinks that anyone who gives up their crown to become a servant is pathetic and didn't deserve it anyway."

That caused me to frown. "What do you think about it? Do you agree with him?"

He shook his head no. "King Asmodeous the First saved King Gideon's life. It was a noble thing he did, giving up his crown to repay him."

I nodded smiling. "I've always thought so. My father told us to always be proud of where we came from."

"As you should be," he nodded in agreement.

The bells signaling that the coronation would be starting soon, chimed, making me look back at the castle.

"Oh, I should go. I'm going to be late."

I went to walk away but quickly stopped myself, remembering that I had to buy the bracelet for Magnus. Jonathan put his hand up, shaking his head no before looking at the Marchant.

"Some on this gold is also paying for that bracelet."

I opened my mouth to protest but the bells we're urging me to get a move on.

"Thank you Prince Jonathan, I hope to see you tonight at the party."

He nodded smiling, "You definitely will Prince Alexander."

"Just Alec is fine," I corrected before turning away and running back to the castle. The part of me that yearned to be outside didn't want to go back. I had no choice though. Magnus needed me by his side today.

Wither he wanted to admit it or not.

Magnus Pov- The servants crowded around me, all trying to put the finishing touches on my coronation outfit. It was a red Irish military uniform decorated all over with medals of honor won by kings of the past. There was also a blue sash across my chest that belonged to the first king. The golden shoulder tassels were a nice contrast to the dark red of the uniform.

"There, you look amazing young Lord" the head servant of the castle, Michael Wayland said, putting the last medal onto the front pocket of my uniform.

"Thank you Michael," I mumbled, wringing my hands together nervously. He smiled at me, putting his hand under my chin to push it up so I was looking at him.

"You look just like your dad did when he became king. I see so much of him inside you, Magnus. He would be so proud of you."

That made me feel fuzzy warm and freezing cold all at the same time. I would like to think my father would be proud of me but there was no way to be sure. He would have expected me to be in control of my powers by now. Would he be disappointed that I don't have it down yet?

The logical side of me says of course he would be proud. The skeptical side says that he would still be worried and maybe wouldn't have even let me take over as king yet.

The 'what if's' were all so frustrating.

There was a knock on the door before it opened and Alec came walking through it. The sight of him made all the nerves go away, as well as made me breathless.

He was absolutely stunning in a white military uniform. One medal in the shape of an angelic rune was hanging from the front right pocket. His usually shaggy black hair was slicked back, making his eyes be the main thing you notice of him.

I'm sure he didn't like that one bit.

"Wow, Magnus you look amazing," he said, stopping in front of me with a bright smile. I wanted to smile back at him and tell him that I was nothing compared to his beauty. Instead, I just nodded in response.

"You as well Alexander. That's your father's uniform correct?"

Alec seemed disappointed by my formality but let it go as he nodded and looked at Michael.

"Is everything ready?"

He nodded. "Almost. We have a few finishing touches to put in the church. Come down in five minutes," he said before directing the servants to follow him out of the room, leaving Alec and I alone.

The most awkward long silence I've ever experienced in my life dragged out between us. We just stared at each other, hoping that one of us would break the silence.

Finally, Alec cleared his throat and glanced away slightly. "So… I got you a present."

That surprised me slightly. Sure, it was normal for me to get presents from other kingdoms on the day of my coronation, but no so much from my servants.

He held out a black bracelet with a gem in the middle that was a mix of green and gold, just like my eyes.

I looked at it stunned before looking up at Alec again.

"This is beautiful Alexander. Thank you."

His shoulders relaxed in relief, like he was expecting me to hate it or reject the gift. It makes me sad that he thinks that way but why wouldn't he? I have given him barely a glance in the last ten years.

"Can you help me put it on," I asked holding out my right wrist to him. He seemed surprised.

"You want to wear it during the coronation?"

I nodded smiling slightly. "It'll be like my good luck charm."

A small smile formed on his lips as he clasped the bracelet around my wrist. I looked it over when he was done, holding it up to the light so it would sparkle. I love a good glitter effect.

"Isn't this like the one you wear all the time," I asked, looking back at him.

He flushed slightly, seeming surprised that I noticed such a small thing. Little did Alec know that I made it my job to notice every little detail about him. It's hard not to do when you love someone as much as I love him.

Alec held out his arm, pushing his sleeve back slightly to show me the black bracelet with a blue gem in the middle that matched his stunning eyes.

"Isabelle got it for me. She liked the color. I have to say I like yours a lot better."

I thought about that for a moment before taking off my bracelet. "How about we make a trade? I love this but I much prefer that blue gem over this green-gold one."

He thought about it for a moment before taking off his bracelet and holding it out to me. I took it before slipping mine onto his wrist. He blushed slightly before taking the blue one back and putting it on my wrist, which he had to clasp it since it wouldn't fit over my gloved hands.

I pulled my wrist closer, looking over the glittering blue gem that was so much like Alec's eyes. It was beyond perfect.

"Thank you Alexander."

He looked at his new bracelet for a moment before meeting my eyes. "No problem. I'm glad you like your gift."

The silence returned, only it wasn't awkward this time. We just stood there looking into each other's eyes. It was almost a peaceful quiet.

The moment was broken though when Alec broke eye contact and cleared his throat again.

"We should head to the Coronation. You don't want to be late."

I nodded, once again feeling the dread of the day fill me up inside. This was going to be a long day.

Even so, maybe having Alec there will make it more bearable.

Let's just hope I don't mess anything up.