Chapter 28

A/N please read the note at the bottom x

Clary POV

As Jace and I entered the gym together all eyes fell on us; I'm not surprised we DID look good together. The gym was beautiful the theme was 'Starry Night' so it was dark and there are fairy lights everywhere giving the illusion of stars. The decorating committee have done themselves proud. The moment we stepped further into the room Isabelle came bounding up (as much as one could in 9 inch boots) dragging a reluctant Simon behind her. "Oh my God! How adorable are you! You look so good together!" Izzy exclaimed. Simon put his hand on her shoulder. "Sorry, Iz may have found my stash of alcohol." He grinned. I just giggled and went off to the punch bowl to get a drink. Jace followed closely behind until Mark, one of the soccer guys called him over, with a shrug he went leaving me to my own devices.

I waited in line to the punch bowl, watching a couple make out with each other heavily. PDA people, that's what bedrooms are for. I was too busy being disgusted by the couple dry humping each other to notice Sebastian had come up beside me until he spoke in my ear, making me jump 3 feet in the air. "Hey Shorty" really? Mocking me for my height. I sighed. "What do you want?" Sebastian had a look of confusion cross over his face. "You're mad at me." "Duh" I really wasn't in the mood for this. "Do you want to dance?" I opened my mouth to turn him down but a much deeper voice beat me to it. "Actually she was just about to dance with me." I looked to my right and for the second time tonight I was met with golden eyes. "What makes you so sure she wants to dance with you Lightwood?" Sebastian challenged. "Well I am her date." The look that fell across Sebastian's face was priceless I couldn't help but giggle gaining a smirk from Jace as he tried to control his laughing. Sebastian became visibly angry at our laughing at him. "She only came with you because she had no one else." Jace clenched his fists at his side. He looked like he was about to punch Sebastian so I spoke up. "Actually, you bastard. I agreed to go with you because I had no one else. I didn't get asked by anyone else." I stole a look at Jace who was looking at me in shock. "Well aren't you two a fucking picture. She's all your Jace but be warned she's frigid as fuck." I jerked away from him like I'd been electrocuted. How can he say such a thing? Sure we'd been seeing each other for a month but that was nothing, I didn't just want to throw myself at him and by god am I glad I didn't. Jace didn't even react to Sebastian, I stole a look at him, and he looked almost bored. I noticed multiple others were watching the exchange, all anticipating Jace's next move."Well Sebastian, the last time I checked, Clary was very much the opposite of frigid so maybe it's just you." The whole room went silent. "Come on Clary" and he dragged my hand out the door; every pair of eyes following us.


We stood outside the gym for god knows how long, neither of us talking just stood, listening. Jace had his back to the wall his head pointing to the sky and his eyes closed while I took this opportunity to get a good luck at him. I've hardly seen him since he ran from me after we kissed. I mean what a huge confidence boost that was. He was honestly an amazing specimen of a human being. In his suit I could still see his muscles straining against his shirt sleeves and his sculpted chest. I've often wondered what it would be like to be able to rub my palms over his bare chest, feeling the dips and curves of the muscle under my hands. His golden hair was beginning to get long and as a result it began to curl around the ends, his eyelashes from his closed eyes caused shadows on his cheeks in the moonlight. He looked like an angel, a fallen angel. "You know" Jace began without opening his eyes. "You've been staring at me for an awfully long time, be careful or someone might think you have a thing for me." He finished with a smirk. I scoffed "Who would ever think that?" I asked trying to sound sincere. Jace finally opened his eyes looked at me, without speaking he took 3 steps towards me until he was directly in front of me. He was so close I could feel his breath of my face as I craned my neck towards him. "Why don't you tell me?" he challenged. I stayed silent not trusting my voice with Jace this close. I just kept eye contact with him and bit my lip to stop myself saying something stupid. His eyes broke from mine and went straight to my lips and his parted as he watched me bit my lips and then proceed to run my tongue along the indent I left on my lips. "You shouldn't do that." He said huskily. "Why not?" I tried to keep my voice even but it came out breathless. "Because" he said getting closer. "It makes me what to do this." Before I could comprehend his words, his lips were crashing on to mine.

I closed my eyes to enjoy the moment. His hands wrapped around my waist while mine went around his neck. This is where I wanted to be. All too soon the warmth on my lips vanished and I opened my eyes to a wide eyed Jace. "Jace?" why did he stop? "I-I-I can't do this. I'm sorry." He said backing away from me. "You need to make a choice on whether you want to be in a relationship with me or not but trust me, if you answer no, we can't have any relationship." I stood there staring at him unable to speak. "I'm sorry Clare but I don't think I could handle being 'just friends' and watch you grow up and love someone other than me. I couldn't handle it so I wouldn't be able to be in your life. I'll leave you to make your choice." And Jace left before I could say the words that have been in my head since the moment Jace demanded I made a choice. "I chose you." I whispered into the night knowing no one could hear me.


(I was going to end here and turn this into 2 chapters but I thought I would just give you a long chapter instead. Don't say I don't love you)


I re-entered the gym, my mind set on finding my golden angel but I couldn't see a flash of gold anywhere. Where had he gone? I just wanted to run up to him and wrap my arms around him but I couldn't find Jace and it was frustrating me. The gym isn't that big, how could I lose him? I carried on walking around aimlessly trying to catch a glimpse of Jace but still nothing; half an hour past and I still hadn't found him. I was really started to get stressed now. Had he gone home? Did he leave me?

As I began walking towards the toilets again I felt a tap on my shoulder. I turned around and my eyes were met with large green eyes staring down at me. "Hey brother." I smiled at Jon. "Hey Clary, are you okay? You've been walking around for ages now." He looked at me, concern in his eyes. "I'm okay. I just can't find Jace." "Jace? Why are you looking for him? He was meant to meet me before tonight and he was going to come with Lana and I but he never turned up." I could feel the heat rising in my cheeks. "That was my fault. Sebastian bailed on me for Kealie" Jon clenched his fists in anger. "I know, don't go all protective over me. As I was saying; Sebastian left me and as I was stomping around in betrayal and anger I bumped into Jace, literally. I told him about Sebastian and then offered to be my date, which I agreed to and we were having a good time but something happened and now I can't find him and I'm scared I'm going to lose him-" "Clare, slow down." Jon interrupted my rambling.

"What happened?" Heat rose in my cheeks once more. "I-er-" Jon gave me a look as if to say 'just spit it out'. "We kissed outside but then Jace pulled away and said I had to decide if I want to be in a relationship with him and if I don't I lose his friendship." Jon nodded, thinking. "And you want to find him to tell him you want a relationship with him?" "How did you know? Am I that predictable?"Jon looked at me and laughed. "What?" I snapped; my anger building from being laughed at. "Clary, everyone can see how much you two love each other. We were all just waiting for the day that you two finally decided to grow some balls and admit it to one another." "We have." I whispered. "Excuse me?" Jon asked not hearing my mumble. "We have. Admitted it I mean." "What? When?" Jon asked surprised. "The Taki Disaster. We both thought we were going to die so we said 'I love you' to one another and then when we got back to school Jace asked me out but I ran. I ran away because I was scared of taking that big step but now I'm ready. I love Jace and I wouldn't want anyone else. Then Jace kissed me during the triple date with Izzy, Simon, Sebastian and Aline. I see Aline came with Helen. Good for her. Anyway, Jace ran after that and I don't know why and then he rang away again tonight. Maybe he doesn't really want me may-" "Clary, that boy would burn the world down just to drag you out of the ashes. He loves you." "How can you be so sure Jon?" "I just do." "But-"

"CAN ALL NOMIENEE'S FOR HOMECOMING KING AND QUEEN PLEASE COME ON TO THE STAGE FOR THE RESULT. GOOD LUCK"

"Your public await Queen Clarrisa." Jon replied with a wink and walked away. No doubt looking for Lana. As I was walking, I felt someone link arms with me. I looked to my right side and saw my black haired beauty of a best friend. "Come one Clary, our crowns await" Izzy giggled and we made our way to the stage door.


We all stood on the stage, the girls on the right which were; myself, Izzy, Kealie, Emma Carstairs and Amy Richardson. The boys were on the left which were; Jace, Sebastian, Julian Blackthorn, Jack Gossip and Magnus. The lights raised and we all had a single spotlight on us. I looked across the stage at Jace trying to catch his eye but he kept his eyes on the audience which had surrounded the stage, waiting to see who were going to be announced Homecoming King and Queen. In this moment in time I really didn't give a flying fuck. I just wanted Jace.

Alice Drablow, head of the Homecoming committee who organised this whole dance come into the middle of the stage. "Hello everyone, thank you for coming." She said in her sing-song voice. For some reason I find it really annoying. "Doesn't everyone look gorgeous? Now I'm sure you're all desperate to find out whom our king and queen are and can I just say, this year there was a flying winner. Without further ado, that's get on with the results." A small girl can onto the stage and handed Alice a gold envelope.

The entire gym went silent. I had silence; it makes me think. "I'm pleased to announce the King and Queen are..." "Oh fuck it." I interrupted and crossed the stage to where Jace was stood. He looked down at me in shock as I stood in front of him, our noses nearly touching. "Not now Clary." He whispered, looking down at the floor and not meeting my eyes. "Oh I think this is a great time." Not a sound could be heard. Everyone was leaning forwards to see how this played out. "I chose you, you asshat." Jace snapped his head up so fast I'm surprised he didn't get whiplash. "You-you-you chose me?" Jace was so cute when he was in shock. Instead of answering him I grabbed his shirt and brought his lips to mine. The whole gym erupted in cheers, wolf-whistles and cat calls but I didn't care, I had Jace. In the background I heard a single voice.

"Give a round of applause for our Homecoming King and Queen. Jace Lightwood and Clarissa Fray."


AND CLACE IS BORN!

Hey Guys;)
A Lot and I mean A LOT of you were angry I took so long to bring Clace into it when we all knew they wanted it so I just thought I'd explain; this story is about how Clary and Clace figure out their feelings for one another and how they progress into a relationship, not what they're like in a relationship and I wanted to show you that relationships aren't always easy, they're not rainbows and unicorns... I hope you understand:)

I know I keep saying this but if you want a certain part in another point of view let me know and I will write it:) I know in the last chapter I said I would only pick one but I've decided to do them all so be sure to let me know:)

Thank you so much for reading. I can't believe this is the last chapter! The epilogue will be soon, I promise.

I'm so glad I could go on this journey with you!

Chey xxx