Summary:

We all know that Tessa Gray is a rare kind: half-Warlock, half-Shadowhunter. So what if Magnus is too? How would he have met Alec and what would he be doing with his life?

Disclaimer:

I do not own anything in this story aside for the 'What If' scenarios. Most content will be inspired by both the book and the TV show so I hope you'll enjoy it.


What If: Magnus is a Half Like Tessa

Chapter III

Magnus couldn't believe what he just heard. It has been 10 years! Ten years since he went into hiding. Ten years since he started teaching. Ten years since he last saw the small Lightwood child. "And what of Alexander?"

The words just flew out of his mouth without even thinking. The Silent Brother looked at the Warlock carefully, "Why do you ask?"

"He's the boy Magnus was really close with before coming here," Tessa explained for her friend.

Brother Zachariah nodded in understanding, not even bothering to ask any questions since he knew that the two are very trustworthy. "Alexander Lightwood is fine," he answered, "He and his sister has been training very hard together with their adopted brother and Alexander Lightwood's parabatai. If I'm not mistaken, his name is Jace Lightwood."

But before anyone else said anything the ground shook.

"CALLING ALL WARLOCKS TO THE MAIN AUDITORIUM! CALLING ALL WARLOCKS! THIS IS AN EMERGENCY!"

The trio quickly stood up and abandoned their newly brewed tea and rushed towards their said destination. This has never happened before and it was making them nervous. Last time this happened was when there were still no Accords to follow. It makes sense since Downworlders has existed far far more longer than the appearance of Jonathan Shadowhunter - the first Shadowhunter.

When they got to the auditorium, a lot of Warlocks were already there. The council stood on top of a platform that slowly rose up from the group enabling everyone to see them. Contrary to what mundanes thought of what they wear, which was a tall pointy hat and a cloak, they were actually wearing a suit and tie. The one in the most left had golden eyes with a strange insignia of a bird paired with blond straight hair that was tied as a ponytail. Her name is Yvette and she is currently the one who leads the defense of the labyrinth.

Next to her was the Head of the Spiral Labyrinth, Johnson, a very pale man who looks no older than 40 holding a cane and had curly black hair. What makes him different was that he has an obsidian unicorn-like horn on his forehead.

And lastly, the man on the most right was the one in-charge of their offense. His name is Tyrell and despite looking like a young adult, everybody there knew that he was one of the oldest person there in the room together with the other two heads. He had this aura of superiority and authority. He looked like one of the nobles in ancient past with his top hat and black coat. His coat was decorated with golden linings which clearly shows that he has a high status and filthy rich. He looks handsome too.

'And excellent in bed,' Magnus licked his lips as he remembered the experience for some nights ago. He could still remember the ecstasy that he experienced as he could still hear the grunts and moans that were released that peaceful nights. They both agreed that there were no strings attached. They only do it for fun since they were both too VIP to get out to the world.

Brother Zachariah took this hint to go since this was Warlock business and he should not be even be there in the first place. He bid the two goodbye and good luck before leaving them for now. All the Warlocks waited patiently for everyone to get there so the meeting will start. The fact that the Big Three Heads of the Spiral Labyrinth was there shows how important the issue is already. And it only made them more nervous.

"Valentine has captured one of ours," Yvette announced which caused the other Warlocks to look at each other worried.

Tyrell stepped forward and placed a hand on the woman's shoulder, "And we have enough evidences that his purpose is to find this place."

Chatters and murmurs started in the crowd.

"But what would he want here?" a young Warlock with blond locks asked aloud.

Magnus bit his lower lip, "I think he is here for us."

"And by us, Magnus means he and I," Tessa explained.

"That may be true," Johnson nodded, "But he may also be looking for something else. And that is the Book of the White."

Several Warlocks gasped, obviously surprised by the fact. "You mean the book is here?!" another voice shouted from the crowd.

Tyrell then explained why Valentine would want the book and both Magnus and Tessa. Everyone was debating by the end of the speech. The book, everyone agrees, must never fall into the wanted Shadowhunter. But for the two Warlocks that Valentine might also want to get, some said that they should be sacrificed to stall time. Luckily, not everyone thinks the same. Some defended them saying that giving them up is not an option. This time, Yvette had had enough.

"STOP IT! ALL OF YOU!" she shouted with magic embedded in her voice, "We are NOT going to sacrifice two of our best fighters to the wretched man!"

"We will find a way. A plan to protect our people I promise you this," Tyrell said.

Johnson sighed before glaring at the Warlocks that even suggested to sacrifice the two innocent Warlocks, "You may have forgotten that many have tried to look for this place only to fail. We have here the most ancient and powerful magic to protect us and to help us fight Valentine and what ever army he has with him. Thus, I will not hear anything about sacrificing both Miss Gray and Mister Bane. The next time someone even suggests such a thought, I will make sure to make you suffer so much you will wish yourself dead."

Everyone turned pale and quiet. They knew better than to go against the Big Three. What they say is the law and they all follow. They should and they must. That is one of the reason how they manged to thrive and live until today. Magnus and Tessa looked at the man with gratitude and bowed their heads.

"I would like to ask all professors to start preparing spells. The youngsters must start learning how to cast healing spells since your task will focus mainly on healing. The adults will prepare the traps, spells, and the scrolls. As for the ones who have lived for at least a hundred years should start preparing to scout and to be an all-rounder," the head of the defense instructed before pointing at the two elephants on the room, "And you two follow me."

No words of protests were said as everyone went to do their assigned tasks.

Yvette stood next to the Head and took his hand, "What do you see?"

Johnson sighed, "I see destruction Yve... a lot... we will suffer terrible losses..."

The woman gasped, "What do you suggest we do then? Can we still change the outcome?"

"There is only one way for this to work out and sadly," he turned to the direction Tyrell, Magnus, and Tessa disappeared to, "our fates lies with those two."

He looks at his companion once again, "Do you trust me?"

The other immediately nodded, "Of course! Your Sight has never been wrong."

"Then let's start the preparation. It's time I talk to Magnus Bane and Tessa Gray."


"So what do we do now?" Magnus asked as he and Tess sat down together with the three heads of the Spiral Labyrinth.

"We actually received some news about how Downworlders are preparing for the war against both Valentine and the Shadowhunters," Tyrell answered as he used his magic to illustrate the images of the current heads of the Downworlders. "And according to some reliable sources, these Downworlders actually want Magnus Bane to return and to lead them."

"What?!" Magnus chocked. They wanted him to what?! He looked at Tessa who also stared at him for a moment before smiling.

"Well, if there is going to be a war then I would want one of the most powerful Warlocks on my side too," she said.

It was true after all. Magnus had gained tremendous amount of magic over a short period of years. He became quicker, smarter, and more agile. He improved so much that the Heads of the Spiral Labyrinth considered to welcome him to their ranks. They did actually and Magnus just refused, saying that he is still very weak and needed to improve more before joining them.

"And counting the fact that you are half-angel and half-demon, that would make your potential very vast. Unimaginable and immeasurable, are the words that pop into my mind," Yvette added.

"But Tessa," the Warlock started, "is the same as me. And that means, it's the both of us who are very powerful in the Downworld community."

"That's true," Johnson agreed, "But we have seen Miss Gray improve more on stealth and information gathering. You on the other hand, are well versed in spells and basically all magic."

Magnus stared at the Head as if he grew three heads that started to talk gibberish. He couldn't believe that they thought of him that way. He didn't know that others see him as a very powerful Warlock with immense potential. He had always seen himself as someone ordinary and is nowhere near powerful as Tessa and the three Heads. But if they were all saying that, then that means that it is true.

And that means, Valentine would want him.

Dead.

Or alive.

Nobody spoke for a moment, knowing the glittery Warlock was soaking the information that was fed to him just now. They all knew he was powerful but it was so sad that he never knew of his potential. Johnson studied Magnus' reaction to everything. He admits that in a few years, Magnus has the potential to overpower them all if trained properly. Magnus would lead a new era of Warlocks. Maybe an era where they won't need to cower and hide in fear.

Magnus finally spoke, "What do I need to do?"

Johnson thought for a moment before answering, "I need you to join the Downworld Union. And I need you to watch over a certain person."

Yvette then used her magic to show an image of a young teenager with long red-ish hair. She looked like only a young adult but something about her seemed familiar to both Tessa and Magnus. "Her name is Clary Fray. And apparently, she is Valentine's daughter."

"His daughter?!" Tessa shouted in surprise. "Is she... you know..."

"Evil?" Magnus finished.

Johnson shook his head, "No. She grew up away from her father and is raised by her mother."

"So how is she involved in any of this?" the brunette looked at the Heads with confusion. "If she is raised that way then she is innocent."

"In the near future, she will be involved. She is one of the main players of the war," Johnson explained and continued. "I've seen bits and pieces of the future. And with her are Jace Lightwood, Isabelle Lightwood, and the eldest - Alexander Lightwood."

Magnus' eyes widened at the all too familiar name. 'Did he just said that Alexander is one of the main players of this war?! That innocent black haired, blue eyes angel?!'

"And there is another two as well," Tyrell added while eyeing Magnus and Tessa sadly.

"You mean us?" It wasn't a question really but a confirmation. The eyes of the big three Heads said it all.

"So where do we start?" Magnus asked. "Might as well get this over with and done so no more deaths will happen."

Johnson waved his hand and the images changed to what seemed like a bar with numerous Downworlders and mundanes alike going in and out of the place. The signboard on the top kept flashing on and off, being the only source of light around the area. "It's time you checked out Pandemonium and what it has to offer."


"Alec!" a blond teen with runes all over shouted.

The black-haired teen looked up from the book that he was reading to see his parabatai waving at him. He sighed, "What do you want Jace?"

The teen named 'Jace' draped an arm over the irritated teen, "Woke up in the wrong side of the bed brother?"

Alec quickly elbowed him on the stomach to break free and glared at the blond, "Shut it."

It has been some time since his parents welcomed in Jace. According to his parents, the blond is also a Shadowhunter like them and his parents were killed by some of Valentine's men. Since they knew Jace's parents, they decided to welcome the boy to the family. Alec had found the boy attractive and cool when they were first introduced to each other. He even felt his heart skip a beat.

Yes.

Alexander Gideon Lightwood is gay. He found out that he was attracted to men than women when he was being introduced to a lot of girls by his sister and parents. He just saw them as very... needy. On the other hand, the boys would always be more attractive for Alec. He would find himself drawn to hang out with some of them to the point of maybe touching hands but he never did nor did he show. His parents will kill him if they ever found out. He didn't know how his attraction to men started but he decided to research about it online and through the books before.

He was scared back then when he didn't know anything. But the more he learned, the more calm-ish he felt. 'Atleast, I am not alone in this situation.' What was strange was that according to some of his research, it was perfectly normal for anybody to develop a crush on someone. And Alec hadn't. Sure he found some guys attractive but he never imagined being with them and doing things that lovers normally do.

And to tell the truth, Alec felt incomplete. He has felt that something is missing in his life for some time now ever since he was a child. But when he asked around, everyone told him that nothing has changed. That he was still the ever curious child and his sister was as noisy as ever.

"What do you want, Jace?" he asked.

Jace grinned, "We have a new mission. Word around is that there is a demon blending in and this demon can shapeshift."

"And let me guess, you want to go hunting for it," it wasn't a question. Alec already knows what goes around in his parabatai's head. "Where?"

Jace's eyes sparkled in excitement, "Dress up. We're going to Pandemonium."


A/N:

And that is it for today. So sorry for the delay. Hope you find this satisfying for now. Read and review please! I would like to hear/read what you think of this.