Alec slowly opened his eyes, slowly moving his hands, and took in a large breath. "Alexander." Magnus roughly whispered out loudly. He quickly ran over to his side and made sure he was alright. Alec looked up into Magnus's eyes and didn't say anything but moved his one hand up to reach and touch Magnus's soft, beautiful, face. "Alexander?" Magnus was in tears. Happy that Alec was finally up and alive. "Wait, let me get you some water." Magnus hurried over to the pitcher at the bed table and poured it into a cup. He quickly and gently lifted Alec's head and made sure he took some water. Alec sipped the whole cup, Magnus placed the cup back down and gently placed Alec's head back down on the bed of the infirmary. "You gave everyone a scare." Alec tried to say something but nothing came out. Magnus noticed some kind of hesitation. "Alexander? Talk to me." Magnus held Alec's hand in a gentle yet strong hands.
Alec gave Magnus a pained expression, "Alexander?" Magnus was now very worried. Alec, didn't seem Alec. "Just in case, are you perhaps ignoring me because of the incident a few days ago?" Alec quickly shook his head, disagreeing with Magnus ever thinking about such a thing. Alec quickly tried to get up. "Wait, you're still hurt."
Magnus tried to stop Alec from getting up, but Alec ignored him and got up. His feet touching the floor but still sitting on the edge of the bed. "Alexander, you should be back in bed." Alec still looked a little tired but he didn't care. He grabbed Magnus's waist and pulled him in for a kiss. Magnus squeaked, but slowly leaned into the warmth of the kiss. Magnus parted his lips letting Alec in. Alec pushed his tongue in and roamed around in Magnus's sweet mouth. Alec leaned in deeper into the kiss, fully missing his lover. Alec broke the kiss, clearly not having the energy to go any further. Alec dropped his head on Magnus's shoulder, nuzzling into the warmth of Magnus's neck, his hands still holding Magnus. Magnus chuckled, tickling him. Magnus was going to say something, but noticing how the silence was comfortable for the both of them left it alone.
I'm sorry Magnus, I can't speak right now. Magnus was shocked by the sudden voice in his head. He thought he was hearing things, but he was absolutely certain it was Alec.
"Alexander? I'm sure telepathy drains more energy than talking." Magnus commented in a worried tone.
It's not that I'm tired or anything, but it's just … how do I explain this? Jonathan is about done with his preparations, and it's just one of the symptom I get that times running out. Alec lifted his head up from Magnus's shoulder and looked him directly in the eyes. Magnus was scared, Alec noticed this, and he quickly corrected his phrase. Running out of time seems like a terrible phrase to put it.
"Don't. You already said it, there's no point in comforting me like this. You said it, we're running out of time. Are there stages to this?" Magnus asked in a panick. Not liking the sound of any of this, he just got Alec back, and he doesn't want to lose him, not like this, not again.
Alec sighed, he looked around, he noticed he was in the infirmary room. How long have I been here?
"Long enough." Magnus gently placed a forced smile on his sad face. "So, answer my question, won't you?" Magnus added a questioning tone at the end, a little hesitant to ask Alec such questions.
Anything for my Magnus. Alec said it in one of those voices. A pleasant, loyal, happy, loving tone. (Just like the one from Princess Bride. As you wish)
"Don't say it like that." Magnus pushed away from Alec. He turned his back away from him, not wanting to show his tears. Alec stood up from his spot and walked over to Magnus. He held him from behind. Magnus slightly turned his head, "You have to stop treating me like this." Magnus quickly wiped his tears away.
Alec turned Magnus back towards his, face to face. Magnus looked away, not wanting to face him. Alec lifted Magnus's chin, Look at me. Magnus complied to his wishes. Don't be so hard on yourself. I understand, you have your reasons. But that was not why I'm like this. It was my choices that caused me this mess.
"Stop!" Magnus yelled, now with tears in his eyes. "I'm pregnant. I'm pregnant, Alexander." Magnus said quietly, but loud enough for Alec to hear.
Alec was most definitely surprised by the information, but noticing that Magnus was holding something back. Magnus. Alec gently lifted Magnus's chin up to see him up close. Why are you crying?
Magnus sniffled, "I...I wanted to know the outcome of this idiotic war, and… I didn't think it through. I should've known the prices and…" Alec was being patient, he gave Magnus his time to finish his sentence, but he's not liking the way this may turn out. "I reached out to Asmodeus."
Alec went wide eyed, Magnus. Alec gave a surprised and worried tone.
"I was desperate. I'm sure you would understand that. I didn't want to raise a child without you, without the father. But.." Magnus griped Alec's shirt. Alec made sure he held Magnus up, knowing Magnus doesn't have the strength to stand on his own right now. "He took him. Asmodeus, he took our child...And now we'll never know…"
Alec held Magnus closer., he wrapped his arms around him. Magnus leaned into the warmth tears continuing to stream down his cheeks and quietly crying in Alec's shoulder. I love you Magnus. We'll get through this together. All this time, you've been trying to help me, and all I've been doing, was overlooking your kindness. You've been carrying these burdens alone, and all because I've been keeping things to myself. I owe you a lot, and I"m sorry this isn't over. But I promise, after all of this, I'll be back in the comfort of your arms, the glitter that's always stuck in my hair after our sensational nights, the warm cup of coffee you make in our mornings together, the constant episodes of Pretty Little Liars. We'll have that all back, and we'll have a family of our own. You deserve it…We deserve it.
Magnus's quiet whimpers died down and slowly looked up to face Alec. Alec tentatively looked down at Magnus, with his beautiful ocean blue eyes staring down at those magnificent yellow green eyes. Magnus, your compassion, integrity, charisma, stubbornness, loyal, and flamboyant personality; is what I love about you. Your confidence is what makes me drawn to you. Your charisma is something I envy. Your kindness is something I admire. Your stubbornness is what I love, and your determination is something that I'm drawn to. Magnus we'll get through this together. This may sound corny, but...Our love is stronger than our fate. We can change whatever faulty path that's out there. You and me, together.
Magnus was frozen still and all he could do was pull Alec down into a deep romantic kiss. "I love you Alexander, and if I ever lose you, I won't be able to live with myself. So, I believe you, I believe everything you say. I trust you'll keep your promises, I trust you'll come back to me and start a family. I always get what I want, and I want you home. I want you back home, with me, alive. I love you Alexander. I love you as far as the stars reach, as wide as our galaxy, the whole universe. I'll love with you with my whole life, and that means us, together, forever. You're never leaving my side Alexander. I don't know how to say this to you even more clearly. I love you Alexander, as much as I can't explain it, you're the only thing that's keeping me alive."
Alec emitted a glowing smile, he leaned down and gave Magnus a small, yet, deep passionate kiss. I'm not losing our child Magnus. I'm going to speak with Asmodeus. And of course, you're allowed to come with.
Magnus was shocked, "You can do that?" Alec nodded, Magnus wrapped his arms around Alec's neck and leaned in for a large hug. "I love you Alexander, and of course I'm following your ass to meet Asmodeus."
/
The others were conversing around the table, arguing more perhaps on the current situation. They were all pacing the floor standing, yelling, arguing, screaming at each other. Brian sighed and sat down in one of the chairs. Isabelle noticed Brian's nonchalant figure and turned towards him, "Why are you just sitting there acting as though it's none of your concern."
"Because, I see no reason as to why we're arguing about this. There is no reason to argue. Jonathan will make his move and it's our job to wait and be ready. All of you are acting no different from the Clave representatives. And you've heard Asmodeus, Alec will be up. He'll know what to do. Right now, we have nothing. Do you suggest we go in blindly? No! Be patient, and be ready for battle, because right now, Jonathan is way ahead of us right now, and we can't close that gap. Argueing won't make it any better." Brian lectured.
"He has a point." Magnus walked over to them. "So, what's the plan Alexander?" he looked back to see Alexander following behind him.
"Alec?" Isabelle was shocked by the light limping figure of Alec behind Magnus.
Alec didn't say anything, he simply looked around and smiled at each of them. "Alec?" Raphael questioned his silence. "Do you have any first words?"
"Umm, I can explain." Magnus interrupted. "Apparently Jonathan is on the move and he's close to claiming he's need to rule the world or whatever. He has about most in position and that affects Alexander's need to speak."
"How do you know this?" Jace asked.
"Alexander can communicate but it takes a large toll on him." Magnus answered.
"Soul mate to soul mate communication shouldn't be that difficult, but if it's telekinesis then yes." Ragnor added.
"So, what does that mean for us?" Clary asked.
"A plan, would be very interesting." Simon interrupted from behind Magnus and Alec. He walked up to the gang and produced his usual grinning smiles.
"Simon?" Raphael quickly walked up to him. "What are you doing here? Where are the kids?"
"Are you saying I have to watch the kids every day, while you're out here having fun?" Simon tilted his head to the side, his arms on his hips, with his dramatic angered glare, and with a small pout on his face. A look Raphael loved, a look that always made Raphael frozen still from the cute state that always blew his mind away.
Raphael stuttered, "O-of course not. But still, why are you here all of a sudden? How are the kids?"
"I can't check on my to be husband, when he hasn't been home for the past two nights? You know, I'm not liking the way I've been waking up to an empty side of the bed. Plus, I made sure the whole Hotel was on alert before I left. And since you've been missing for the past two nights, I brought food." Simon lifted the bag in his hands up in front of Raphael.
Raphael smiled down at his kindness, "What would I do without you?"
"Work yourself to death apparently." Simon simply answered.
Raphael chuckled, "Will the two of you just sit and leave the cuddling at home!" Brian ordered.
"Well, mister, you're just rude. You should be lucky, Raphael is tolerating your shit." Simon glared and sat right down in one of the chair and set the bag down on the table.
Raphael held back his laugh, "I believe it's the first time we met -" Brian cut off.
"You're right, it is the first time we've met. So show some respect, I gave two lives, what have you done?" Simon questioned not liking the man's change in tone's.
Brian was frozen still in his seat, no one has spoken to him like that since he's been here. "You heard the man, show some respect." Clary joined in.
Raphael smiled down and sat next to Simon watching him get the blood packs out of his bag, and pouring them in a cup. "I-I apologize." Brian sputtered.
Simon nodded, "Drink." he handed Raphael the cup.
Raphael took it from his hands, "Yes, Ma'am."
Alec smiled at the two love birds, Magnus, we should go. Tell them, I have a plan, but I need to get something real quick.
Is this about Asmodeus? Magnus asked back. Alec nodded, "Okay."
"Why, what'd he say?" Izzy asked.
"He said he had to get something real quick to finish his plan." Magnus replied.
"Good, then we'll come back." Jace took a step forward.
"He said he'd rather do it himself, after all his source is not very fond of Shadowhunters. " Magnus informed.
"That sounds all way too familiar." Brian questioned.
"Where's Cat?" Simon asked.
"Europe, they called her back in." Ragnor answered.
"Alexander wants to go now, so, we'll see you later." Magnus tugged at Alec's hand and walked him out of the Institute.
"Do you think it's safe to leave them like that?" Simon asked no one in particular.
"No." Raphael answered, "But it's obvious enough where they're going. Well, at least, who they're going to meet." he drank the entirety of his cup and set it down.
Everyone's head went down, knowing what he's talking about. They all thought about what happened earlier this week. Simon sighed, not knowing exactly the whole idea but not liking the dim room. He stood up and decided to sit down on Raphael's lap, making himself comfortable. Raphael looked up at Simon's sudden insistence. He let him sit down and he held him close to him. Missing the warmth he's left at home for the past two days. Simon wrapped his arms around Raphael's neck. "I miss you. The kids miss you. Our friends miss you."
Raphael sighed, "I know."
"I hope you do." Simon saddened. "I can't go another day not knowing your current status. Check in with me everyday. You're making us worried."
Raphael gave a gentle smile, "I'm sorry, for worrying you." Raphael moved a piece of hair out of Simon's face and softly caressing his face. "I'll make sure it never happens again."
Simon smiled down at him, "So, Raphael does have a sweet side." Isabelle added, while everyone else were just staring at the two couple, fascinated by the transition.
"Why are all of you looking?" Raphael glared at the whole group.
"Because you're showing." Jace smirked.
/
"Are you ready?" Magnus asked, looking towards Alec's direction.
I should be asking you that. Alec forced a small smile down at him.
"I don't see why I can't ask it. I mean, what if-" Magnus was cut off by Alec's thoughts. Literally.
"Magnus, it'll be fine." Alec changed his smile to a genuine comforting one.
Magnus's discomforting face disappeared and was replaced with the reflection of Alec's smile. "I'm ready."
Alec grinned, he pulled Magnus into him, Hold on. Magnus held onto Alec's shirt and gripped on. The ground shook, it created the same symbol that lighted up the streets, the clouds thundered, the windows closed and opened. A large gust of wind entered, and bam, the man they were both looking for, stood in front of them, minding his own business, surprisingly.
"Asmodeus." Magnus called out, with his own loud and thundering voice.
Asmodeus sighed, "You, again. Haven't you learned your lesson?" Asmodeus was shaving his scruffy beard in front of them, a mirror following him everywhere. Magnus was getting annoyed with Asmodeus' antics, he snapped his fingers and the mirror was gone, plus the shaving cream that was on his face and the knife he was using to shave it with. "You, know the least you could do, was finish my shave."
"Well, the lea-" Magnus was cut off.
Asmodeus walked straight up to the two, "Alexander Gideon Lightwood. What a pleasant surprise. How have you been?" he asked as though they were long time friends.
It's Alec. Alec glared, not liking how close he is.
"Right. So, if this is our way of communication," Asmodeus gestured with his hands, "is it a two way conversation?" he pointed to both Magnus and him, "Or is it just you and me?"
"It's a two way." Magnus glared, making sure Alec doesn't use too much of his energy through this.
"Well, I don't care about that." Asmodeus replied, "But it's about time. I've been waiting you know." Asmodeus sighed.
"Waiting?" Magnus questioned.
"You ask too many questions." Asmodeus groaned.
I've heard about the deal. I can't have you playing such tricks. Alec spoke up.
"Which deal, I've signed so many." Asmodeus fanned himself with his hand, walking around in circles.
You know which one. My only question is this. Why the sudden need you had to drag me out of the open?
"Excuse me, what?" Magnus asked, confused. He then glared at Asmodeus, not believing that this was his whole plan. But then again, he's Asmodeus, he can get away with anything he wants. This is going too far, if he hurts any part-
Magnus Alec cut him off, Magnus was surprised by the sudden interruption of his train of thought. He looked up to face Alec looking down at him with a gentle smile. He may not be able to hear you, but I can. Don't worry too much, he's a little dim so he couldn't have planned this whole thing on his own. Alec gestured a small teasing laugh.
This brightened the mood between the two. Magnus chuckled, "What will I do without you?"
"Well, isn't that sweet." Asmodeus cut in. "But I'd like to finish this part of the favor. Our final and last favor." Asmodeus stood his ground, face to face with Alec.
Who said anything about a favor? Alec questioned.
"Alec, we all know it's a favor." Asmodeus smirked.
Our favors were never like this. Plus you still haven't told me your reason.
Asmodeus sighed, "Fine. If you're in this current state that only means Jonathan has made progress on whatever glorifying mission he's on. He's already super ahead, after all I did set two of them in place. Which was a mistake, but also the safest place to make sure they don't cause any trouble. I can't have that shit running around in my world. He won't be taking control of anything, plus five minions following his lead, that's a no no, and it won't be happening anytime soon. So the deal is, I won't take your first born, or whatever child and whatnot, only if you kill him."
"Kill him?!" Magnus interrupted.
Asmodeus didn't reply to Magnus and only took his interest with Alec. Alec thought it through, That's a large favor. Asmodeus nodded,So, I'm going to add one thing for my benefit.
"Well depends on what it is." Asmodeus added.
You leave my family alone. And you know family includes people who I consider as family as well. Not just blood, but also through bond.
Asmodeus thought it over, and nodded, "Done." Asmodeus quickly snapped his fingers in a blink of eye and he disappeared just like that leaving no trace of im being there or a sign of him leaving there either. It was just silent, the only two living on the street was the two standing in the middle of it.
Mag-
Alec was cut off with a large jump from Magnus, holding him tightly and tugging him into a large hug. "You did it. You did it. You did it. You did it." He repeated. "You're going to be a father Alexander. Can you believe it? You're going to be a father.'' Alec was shocked by the sudden attack of words, but melted into the warmth of his other and wrapped his arms around his waist holding him tightly in their embrace filling it up with warmth in the middle of their sudden cold gentle breeze of the night.
I love you Magnus. You gave me a reason to live, and you're giving me a reason to stay. I like where we are. Here, now, tomorrow, forever. I can't wait for this child to meet the best mother in the whole entire world. It'll feel the same love I feel when I'm with you. It's a lucky child. And I thank you for that.
Magnus was in tears, listening to the words Alec produced. It sounded like just a lyric he was singing in his head, but the words of his lover were truly more beautiful than any love song ever written. I'm never letting you go.
You won't, because home is with you.
/
"You guys are back." Isabelle smiled at the two. "I would've assumed you would've went home to celebrate. " she smirked.
"We would've if I wasn't so worried about Alec's job." Magnus pouted.
"What do you mean?" Clary asked.
"Alec needs to kill Jonathan or the deal is off." Magnus groaned, he sat down in one of the chairs resting his head down on the table. "You know Alexander, if you hadn't ruined the mood, we would've been riding all night long."
"Gross." Jace complained.
"I'm going to assume Raphael left with Simon." Magnus spoke his words muffled by the table.
"Yep." Ragnor sighed. "I swear those two are off to fuck like bunnies."
"Seriously Ragnor, did we ask for your opinion?" Jace groaned.
Isabelle and Clary laughed, Magnus and Alec snickering, while Ragnor trying to hide his grin. It was so obvious they were enjoying his reaction and doing it on purpose.
/
Isabelle, Clary, Jace, Brian, Ragnor and Magnus were all talking about the game plan on how to kill Jonathan. Not really going too far, with Magnus needing to translate everything Alec says, and Alec not really knowing much himself.
"I think that's enough." Brian stood up, "We should all get some rest." the others nodded, they all stood with him and were about to walk off but Alec stood in his spot.
"Alexander?" Magnus noticed this and walked over towards him. "Are you okay?" Alec placed a pained expression on his face, and held his head. "Alexander?" Magnus panicked. "Guys wait!" he yelled towards the group that hasn't gone far. They heard him and ran quickly ran back towards the direction they came from. "Alexander, look at me." Alec tried to hold his balance leaning against the table but fell to the ground with his knees. Magnus quickly dropped down to meet with him. He felt the burning sensation he was feeling but tried to ignore it.
"What's going on?" Brian quickly asked.
"I don't know." Magnus shouted back.
"Don't touch him." Ragnor insisted.
Magnus didn't know what to do, but he heard Ragnor and let go of him and made sure that he wasn't hurting Alec. "Alexander?" he tried to communicate with him. "Alexander?" Alec panted and fisted his hair and punched the floor continuously with his empty hand, eyes wide from terror, gasping for breath. "ALEXANDER!" Magnus was panicking, he wanted to hold him, touch, him, help him. But the others held him back, not sure what was going on, but right now, this seemed to be the reasonable option to most of them. Alec's hand was now broken and bleeding from the many strong impacts to the concrete surface. Alec then suddenly stopped, he froze in that position, and his breathing was barely audible and he looked down and dim, all the energy was taken out of him. "Alexander?" Magnus whispered out.
"He's coming." Alexander poke out with a raspy voice, then he passed out.