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Clary

Where did I see that "rune"? I remember it from somewhere. What is going on with all this Shadowhunter business? Then, a noise interrupted my thoughts. A book has slid under the door along with a note. It said: "If you're confused read this book, It's called the Shadowhunter's' Codex. What's inside should explain everything. -Alec" I checked the hallway to see if he was there but it was empty. Well, what's the worst that could happen? It's only a book. I opened the book and started reading. I stopped after a while not knowing how long I was reading but u was almost done with the book. Well that makes a lot more sense now. I'll have to thank Alec later. I continued reading and the next thing I know someone is knocking on the door. I open it to find Jace holding a tray piled with food. The sight of it made my stomach growl. He chuckled and said, "Maryse figured that you were busy trying to make sense of all of this so she did to let you skip dinner. She insists that you eat something before you go to bed." I stepped aside to let him in. He set the tray on the bed and surveyed the room. His eyes stopped at the open book on my desk. "Is that the Shadowhunter's Codex?" I nod. "Alec dropped it off and told me that if I read it, it would clear some things up."

"That was nice of him. I hope it helped."

I nod. There was an awkward moment of silence until Jace took a deep breath and walked to the door.

"Get some rest okay, you have a long day ahead of you tomorrow."

He closed the door and I listened to his footsteps going down the hall. For some reason I feel nervous around him. Why? But my thoughts were interrupted by a big yawn. I guess I can get some rest. Who knows what I have to go through tomorrow. Before I know it I am in a deep sleep plagued with terrible dreams.

Jace

Why was Alec suddenly interested in helping Clary? Last time I checked he was mad at me for giving her a rune without even knowing if she was a Shadowhunter or not. I hadn't told her that there had been more demons than the ones we encountered at her house. If her mom could fight of demons she would have to have seraph blades; which she needs the rune of Angelic Power to hold. Clary most likely had Angel blood which she evidently does. But why does she suddenly show up now? Before I could ask any more questions someone knocks on my door. The door opens and Alec pops his head through. "Hey. Are you coming for training?"

"Yeah, in a sec, hold on."

"Ok see you in the training room."

I silently put my gear while letting my thoughts wander. What's wrong with Alec? I wondered. I mean he never acted like this before. I walked out of the room on my way to train when I had an idea. I should confront him about his change of heart. I mean it's not like he can hold a grudge against me forever. He's been weirdly happy all day except when he saw Clary. Something is wrong with-

"Hey Jace!"

"Hey Alec! I have to ask you something." I started.

"Ok. Ask me anything you want!"

"Ok. Ummm… why are you so happy?"

"IHAVEABOYFRIEND. THATSRIGHT. IMGAYYYYYY AND I'M PROUD TO BE!"

Alec was talking a mile a minute and I couldn't understand what he was saying at all.

"Say that again SLOWER"

"Ok. Um… the high warlock of Brooklyn, Magnus Bane, is my boyfriend. I'm gay. It feels right. This is how I am meant to be. Don't tell anyone until I do, okay? You have to swear on the Angel, Jace."

"Ummmmm… Okay."

"Oh, come on Jace why can't you be happy for me?!"

"No sorry. I am happy for you but I'm a little shocked by your change of heart."

"Change of heart? What are you talking about/"

"Just yesterday you were mad at me for putting Clary in danger by putting a rune on her."

"Seriously, Jace. I was never mad at you. Well maybe a little but if you hadn't given her an iratze she could've died. You might have saved her life."

"Thanks. I could tell that her mom was a Shadowhunter. There was demon blood everywhere and there is only one thing that could have done that. There was still one left but it was slightly injured. It was the one that hurt Clary."

Alec stood wide-eyed. Then he took my arm, led me to a bench and said three words: "Tell me everything." so I did. I felt lighter when i had finished like always Alec listened nodding at the right parts. This is why he is my brother and my parabatai.

Who doesn't love a little Malec!