Ch. 12
When Clary and Alec hugged Magnus cursed under his breath.
Of course, Magnus thought, Clary and Alexander must be dating.
When Clary had said, "You can free Magnus." and dropped the key on the ground Magnus was confused.
Usually shadowhunters didn't help downworlders like Magnus. The Nephilim thought of them as a lower race, hence the name downworlders. They would go on a mission, kill demon, but not save downworlders, especially ones that took memories.
Alec moved right when the door closed behind Clary. His steps soundless and quick. Alec picked up the key and put it in his jean pocket. Alec turned towards Magnus, his light blue eyes focused and determined.
Alec reaches around Magnus' head and unties the gag from around his head, dropping it to the floor.
"Sorry about that."Alec mumbled.
Magnus sighs and says, "Don't be Alexander, it wasn't your fault."
Alec walks around to the back of Magnus and began to unlock the cuffs.
"Yeah, I know but something just told me to say sorry. I mean…..."
Alec paused to fully unlock the cuffs and help Magnus take them off. Alec gently put the cuffs on the floor, while Magnus rubbed his wrists.
Alec stood up, "It's just that if the shadowhunters had paid more attention to warlocks, we wouldn't be in this mess."
Magnus looks in Alec's eyes, "If it meant meeting you Alexander, it was worth it."
Magnus saw Alexander blush and it was so cute. But the question on his mind still bothered him.
"Why help a downworlder like me?" The question left his lips abruptly.
Alec put the key back in his pocket and turned to face Magnus. His light brown eyes meeting Alec's light blue eyes, and Magnus' heart raced.
"Because, if Valentine were to get those memories he could use them to turn other downworlders against us. So right now you are under the Clave's protection." Alec finished saying this and began to walk towards the door.
"Was that the only reason, Alexander?" Magnus said calmly.
Alec stopped walking, "Yes." His voice was sharp and deadly.
Magnus felt his heart break in half.
"Now come on. We are getting out of here." Alec said.
Alec walked out of the room, leaving Magnus with second thoughts.
After a few minutes, Magnus ran up to Ragnor's body, whom he had almost forgotten about.
Ragnor's beautiful red eyes were now grey and lifeless. His lips which had been cherry pink were now open in a soundless scream. His clothes which were torn and ripped, were coated in fresh blood.
Just the sight of Ragnor made Magnus want to disappear and cry. But he knew that right now was not the time.
Magnus stood up, "My dear friend Ragnor. I will always remember you."
Magnus reached his hand out to hover over Ragnor, "Et factum est ut fumo oriri ex cinere." From smoke to ash you will rise again.
Magnus' arms began to summon magic, his fingers felt a little jolt, his arms felt strength, and he felt powerful.
Magnus closed his eyes, concentrating. He opened them, snapping his fingers. A thin wisp of magic coated Ragnor's body, disintegrating it. Magnus felt his strength falter.
Quickly, he thought to himself.
When Ragnor's body was just ash, Magnus flicked his hand and a small golden vase appeared with Ragnor in small red letters.
"I will bury you later, I promise." Magnus whispered.
He snapped his fingers and the vase disappeared in a flash of blue.
Magnus felt the world begin to tilt and he leaned against the wall, panting.
Wow, Magnus thought, I'm way out of energy.
Magnus started to head for the door. When he got through he took a step to the right, and almost fell. But he was caught. Magnus was caught by warm strong hands.
It was Alec.
"Hey, you okay?" Alec said, his blue eyes deep with concern.
Magnus panting said, "Yeah."
Alec stammered, "H-Here I'll carry you, but promise me you won't do any more magic. You are too weak right now."
Magnus responded, "Okay."
Alec took Magnus in his arms, cradling him like a baby. Magnus put his arms around Alec's neck to balance himself. Magnus was so tired that he closed his eyes drifting into sleep. Alec's warmth wrapping him like a blanket.
