Twelfth One Shot:

Kiss Cam

Clary POV:

Tonight I was going out on a date with some guy my mom set me up with a couple weeks ago. We had been causally seeing each other but I was optimistic about maybe forming a relationship. He is big into basketball so I decided to buy him tickets to a game, and although I wasn't much of a fan, I was really hoping he'd enjoy my surprise for him. He came to my house, pecked me on the cheek and we were off.

"So, where are we going?" He asked and I couldn't help but smile.

"You'll see." I said and I started driving to the arena. When we pulled up to the arena he was floored.

"You're serious?"

"Yea. I got the tickets last week, and we are very close to the court."

"You are seriously the best!" He said as he pecked my lips, than he looked down at his outfit. "I'm not dressed for a game."

"Have no fear, I thought ahead." I said as I grabbed a bag out of the backseat of my car.

"I may never let you go now." He said and he changed and we made our way inside. We found our seats quickly and he seemed to be really pumped. I was glad I made him this happy. A couple minutes before the game started a very curvaceous blonde took a seat next to him, and of course I got a little self conscious but I didn't have anything to worry about. We weren't actually in a relationship, but I felt secure enough because that's where it was heading.

It was the third quarter of the game and the 'kiss cam' was going around. When the camera landed on a couple they kissed. I thought it was sweet, until it landed on us. The kiss cam had me, Sebastian, and the blonde next to us. And on the jumbo tron, you could see Sebastian look at me, than look at the blonde, and than he kissed her. I was furious. I mean, I brought him to the game, the least he could do is fucking kiss me on the stupid camera. The whole crowed let out a low sounded 'damn' and both teams looked back at me. Sebastian and the blonde were too busy making out to notice. I looked down and got an idea when I looked at my drink. I took the lid off and dumped the contents on top of both of them.

"What the hell?!" Sebastian screamed and everyone laughed.

"Oh I'm sorry? Did I ruin your make out session? I didn't realize you were on a date with both of us." I said and the whole crowed started to boo him. I felt satisfied, and I threw the empty cup at him and left. I could still hear the booing but I also heard some cheers for me. Some dude even gave me a high five.

I had no idea where I was going. I followed Sebastian to our seats. I was wondering around aimlessly when I bumped in a huge guy who looked like security.

"I'm sorry."

"I've been looking for you." He said and I couldn't help but wonder if I was in trouble for what I did to Sebastian.

"Why?"

"You've been requested by one of the players to wait in the locker room until the game is over."

"I'm not in trouble?"

"Hell no. If I were you, I would have clocked him right in the dick. A pretty girl like you should never be embarrassed like that."

"Thank you."

"Now, if you'll follow me." He said and I nodded and started following him. "My name is Bat, and I'm the security for the LA Lakers."

"I'm Clary."

"So, are you a fan?"

"Not really. I knew the guy I was with tonight was a fan, so I bought us the tickets."

"Damn. He's a complete idiot for letting you slip away." I just smiled and continued to follow him. When we got to the locker room, he told me to take a seat. The game would be over in a few minutes, and the person who requested me would be in momentarily. I sat on the couch and picked nervously at my nails. A couple minutes felt like an eternity but eventually I heard the door open, and the most beautiful man I'd ever seen walked in. I stood up, not knowing what to do. He walked over to me, and I had to look up in order to look into his eyes. He was huge.

"Hi, my names Jace, and I play for the LA Lakers." He said and he smiled and it was a beautiful smile.

"I'm Clary. What am I doing down here?"

"I saw what that asshole did to you during the game."

"Oh."

"Also, you caught my eye during warm ups. When I saw what he did to you, I couldn't help but want to make it up to you."

"Really?"

"Yea. Why don't we go out and catch a late night dinner? Get to know each other." I looked at him like he had five heads, but what's the harm. He seemed like a nice guy.

"Sure. I think I'd like that."

"Alright. Give me like 20 minutes. We have a brief team meeting and than I want to shower and we can go. I had to take a bus here with the team. Did the asshole give you a ride?"

"No. I actually drove us here." He smiled and it was infectious I couldn't help but smile back.

"Cool. Wait here, and I'll be back in 20 minutes."

Twenty minutes later Jace came back through the doors wearing normal clothes and appearing squeaky clean. He gestured to the door and we started walking to my car. We made some small talk on the walk but I saw a figure standing close to my car and I groaned.

"The guy I was here with tonight is standing by my car." I told Jace and he didn't seemed too bothered.

"Don't worry, I'll take care of him if he tries to do anything." Jace said and when we made it to my car, Sebastian looked pissed.

"Clary, what the hell was that in there?"

"That was me, dumping my drink on an asshole who kisses another girl while we're on a date. I thought that was obvious."

"Oh come on, we aren't in a relationship." He said and he looked at Jace. "And who the hell is this guy?"

"This is Jace. We're going out to dinner."

"The hell you are. You're coming home with me." He said as he reached for my wrist but Jace blocked it.

"Like you said Seb, we aren't in a relationship. If I want to go have dinner with Jace, I can. Why don't you go back to the blonde you were tonguing during the game."

"You gave me a ride here." He said as Jace made his way to the passenger side and I opened my door.

"And I'm sure the blonde would have no problem giving you a ride home. Goodnight Sebastian." I slammed my car door shut and let out a sigh of relief.

"Way to handle him Red." Jace said and I couldn't help but smile. I started my car and left Sebastian standing in the parking lot fuming but I couldn't wipe the smile off my face.

We pulled up to a small diner and when we walked in everyone's eyes were instantly on us, at first I didn't understand but than I realized who I was with. I looked at him and he was clearly unaffected by the 30 eyes on us, but than again, he's probably used to this. We were lead to our table. We ordered the same thing surprisingly.

"Alright, how about a nice 5th grade game of 20 questions." he said and I couldn't help but laugh.

"Sounds good. You first."

"Alright, where are you from?"

"Originally I'm from Brooklyn. But I attended college out here. I loved it so much I moved. What about you?"

"Manhattan. When I got into the NBA, I drifted from team to team but when I came to the Lakers it just fit. I've been with the team for about 5 years now. Are you a fan?"

"Not really. I wouldn't go as far as saying I hate the game, but I don't really understand it, so it's less interesting to me."

"Understandable. Once you learn the rules, it's easier to get into."

"Do you have any siblings?"

"Not biologically. I have three adoptive siblings. What about you?"

"Nope. Only child. How did you get into basketball?" Just as I asked out food arrived and I couldn't help but dig in, I was starving.

"I played a lot with my dad when I was little. When I was 9 he died, and the only comfort I found was on the court. I threw myself into the game, and it really helped with the grieving process. Did you play any sports?"

"Yea. I played volleyball."

"Nice. Were you any good?"

"Well, I got a scholarship to UCLA, so I was alright." I said and he laughed.

"Wow. That's impressive." We continued to ask each other questions throughout dinner, and before we knew it, it was already past midnight.

"Alright, last question."

"Ask away."

"Would you like to do this again?" He said and a smile instantly appeared on my lips.

"I'd love too." I said and we started to make our way to my car. "Where shall I drop you off at?"

"Go towards Sunset Boulevard."

"You live in Bel-Air?" I said not hiding my surprise at all.

"Yea. Being in the NBA, has its perks. But I mostly live there for my siblings."

"They live with you?"

"Yea. I may have grown up in Manhattan, but after I was adopted I was placed with this really great family, but they were struggling financially. I think it's another reason I wanted to make it in the NBA so bad. I wanted to repay them. So after I finally settled with a team, I bought a house, and relocated them. My adoptive mother and father still live in New York with my younger brother, but I send them money every month to help them out."

"That's really sweet." I said as I pulled up to a gated community. He told me his code and the gates opened. When I pulled into his house I was in awe. I've never seen a house so beautiful.

"Would you like a tour?"

"Sure." I said and he grabbed my hand and lead me inside. I was speechless. This place was gorgeous, and bigger than my whole apartment building. I had a large trust fund from my father, but I hated using his money. It's his way of making up being absent from my life for 20 years. I chose to use my own hard earned money instead of his. He showed me around the whole house. You could clearly see that a female lived here, he told me his sister Izzy was a fashionista and decorated the place the moment she stepped inside. We were sitting in the living room talking when my phone rings. All I could think was who the hell would be awake at this hour.

"Hello?"

"Hey Clary, it's Melony."

"Hey Mel, what's up?"

"Our building has been tented. Someone's apartment was infested with roaches and the kicked us out."

"For how long?"

"A week."

"Well that's just perfect."

"I just thought I'd let you know. I didn't see you come out of the building so I wanted you to know so you aren't blind sided."

"Thanks Mel, have a goodnight." I hung up my phone and groaned.

"What's wrong?"

"My apartment building is being fumigated. I'm out for a week."

"Do you need a place to stay tonight?"

"That'd be great." I said and he led me to a spare room. "Do you have anything I could wear to bed?"

"I have an old tee shirt you could use."

"That'd be great. Thank you." He walked to his room but was back a minute later.

"It might be big on you."

"Might be? Jace, you're at least a foot taller than me, this will be a dress on me, but thank you. I appreciate it."

"Goodnight Clary."

"Goodnight Jace." I said and he returned to his room. I changed out of my clothes and into his and I couldn't help but be thankful that Sebastian was an asshole on our date, cause I was starting to like Jace a whole lot more. I inhaled the scent of his shirt and fell asleep surrounded by him and I don't think I've ever slept better.

When I woke up, I dragged myself out of bed and into the kitchen. I was vaguely aware of where I was but I didn't want to do anything until I had my coffee. I walked into the kitchen where I was greeted by three sets of eyes. I stopped dead in my tracks, looked down at what I was wearing, and immediately felt super embarrassed.

"Who are you?" The girl, who I'm assuming is Izzy, asked.

"My name is Clary."

"How did you get in here?"'

"Down Iz. I brought her here last night." Jace said and she snapped her head towards him.

"Why?" She didn't seem all that pleasant.

"We went out to dinner after my game, she brought me home, she got a phone call saying her apartment was being fumigated and she needed a place to stay. I have more than enough room. So I offered."

"Oh. Than, I'm Izzy, and that's my brother Alec. We're Jace's siblings."

"It's nice to meet you. I'm gonna go change, because I feel super awkward standing here like this." I said and they all laughed. I ran upstairs, put on my clothes from last night, and went back downstairs where there was a cup of coffee waiting for me. I looked at Jace and he just smirked at me.

"So, I was thinking. I have enough room here, and since you're out for a week, why don't you just stay here until your apartment is cleaned."

"Jace, I couldn't ask you to do that. I can find a hotel that I can stay at."

"That's going to cost a fortune. I'm offering a free stay."

"Trust me, I have a fortune. I could buy a hotel and not leave a dent, I don't want to put you out."

"You're rich?" Izzy said with a shocked expression.

"I wouldn't say rich. It's called a guilty father who missed out on 20 years of my life and thinks money is an apology." I said and my phone rang. "Speak of the devil." I said as my fathers named appeared on my phone. "Hello Valentine."

"Clarissa, is that anyway to speak to your father?"

"I wouldn't knew. When you find him, can you ask?"

"Clarissa Adele Morgenstern."

"Fray. My last name is Fray dad. What do you want?"

"I'm in LA on business and I'd love to catch some dinner."

"What are you playing at?" I said as I put my phone on speaker.

"Can't I have a nice dinner with my daughter?"

"It's always business for you Valentine. Doesn't matter if I'm your daughter or not. Why do you want to have dinner?"

"Your mother tells me you aren't married yet." He says and I just groan, Izzy, Alec, and Jace are all looking at me, wondering what the hell is going on.

"You say that like I'm a 50 year old woman with 18 cats."

"You're almost 30 Clarissa."

"Dad, I'm 25. I still have time to get married."

"I have a wonderful client whose son is a Harvard grad who is the top lawyer at his firm. I'd like you to meet." I was about to protest when Jace stepped in.

"Hey babe. You ready to go?" He said loud enough for my father to hear.

"Clarissa, who is that?" I looked at Jace and he just mouthed 'boyfriend' and I went with it.

"That's my boyfriend dad."

"Your mother never mentioned you had a boyfriend. Is it that not Sebastian she tried to set up a couple weeks ago?"

"No. It's someone else. Look, we have plans and I need to get ready."

"I expect to see you for dinner tomorrow night Clarissa, and bring the boyfriend. I want to meet him." He hung up before I could answer.

"What the hell?!" Izzy yelled at Jace before I could speak.

"What? She needed help."

"You just earned yourself a night with my father and me." I said and he laughed.

"It can't be that bad."

"That phone call, was him being nice."

"He seems cold." Izzy said.

"Well, he's a very rich and powerful man. That goes to your head. Well now I have to buy an outfit for dinner."

"Will it be fancy?"

"His favorite restaurant in LA is Nubo. Ever heard of it?"

"That's that fancy Japanese restaurant right?"

"Yea, plus my father is all about appearance. You don't look expensive, he doesn't give you the time of day."

"Better break out my Armani suit than." Jace says.

"You have one?"

"Yup. I only wear it for special occasions."

"Alright. I guess I'll see you when I get back." I said as I hopped off the bar stool.

"Can I come with you?" I heard Izzy say from behind me.

"Sure." She squealed and got her shoes on and grabbed my hand and ran out the door.

We had been shopping for nearly 4 hours, as I still hadn't found a dress that was expensive enough for my fathers taste. Finally, we were in Dolce and Gabbana and I think I found the perfect dress. It was a deep green that really complimented my eyes and hair. It had a cap sleeve and it fitted my body perfectly. It came down to about mid thigh, and the back was cut out. When I looked in the mirror I just knew it was the dress. When I walked out Izzy was floored.

"That is totally the dress you need to buy."

"It's amazing right?"

"It looks like it was made for you to wear. And Jace will go crazy." I was about to say something but she cut me off. "And I know what you're going to say, but he likes you. He doesn't really help out people he doesn't care about." I nodded and looked at myself in the mirror secretly hoping she was right. "Alright, shoes!" She said.

After about an hour of trying shoes on I had decided on a pair of nude, pointed toe louboutin shoes, with a 5 inch heel. Even in these heels I'd still be significantly shorter than Jace. I finished my outfit out with a Kate Spade bag, and some gold jewelry, with a Michael Kors watch. Over all, this might be the most expensive outfit I've ever owned, but to please my father, you had to go all out. And hopefully this was enough to get him off my back.
When we got back Izzy and I were laughing and having a great time and when we walked into the living room Alec and Jace stopped what they were doing.

"You ladies have fun?" Alec asked and it was the first time I heard him speak.

"Yea. Clary got a sexy outfit, and she looks absolutely fabulous in it!"

"Well, at least I can use my fathers money for something. Do you guys want dinner? I'll cook."

"You can cook?" Alec asks and I'm slightly confused.

"Yea. Can you?"

"Izzy tries, but after she gave Alec food poisoning, we've banned her from the kitchen, and Im not home often, and Alec never learned. We survive mostly on take out."

"Well, prepare to have your minds blown. I make a really mean homemade hamburger." I say as I walk upstairs to put my things away before heading to the kitchen to cook.

Jace POV:

"I don't know we're the hell you found her Jace, but don't let her go. She's amazing." Izzy said and I couldn't help but agree.

"Trust me, I didn't plan on it after I saw her at my game."

"How did you two meet anyway?" Alec asks.

"I first saw her during warm ups. She sat down next to her date, and her hair immediately caught my eye. We were in the middle of a tv timeout when the kiss cam was going around, and her date kissed the girl next to him instead of her."

"What a dick."

"Yea. She ended up spilling her drink on both of them. It was pretty great. I wanted to get to know her, so I sent Bat out to track her down. He brought her to the locker room, and I asked if she'd like to have dinner, and now we're here."

"You really like her don't you?" Izzy asks and I couldn't help but smile.

"She's the first girl who I've been attracted too, that I haven't wanted to only see for one night. I want to get to know her."

"Plus she isn't after your money." Alec said and I couldn't help but laugh.

"That is very true. She isn't stuck up, and she isn't a bitch. She's sweet, and beautiful." Izzy sucked in a breath. "What? Did I say something wrong?"

"I've never heard you call a girl beautiful. I've know you since you were 9, and in these 17 years I've known you, you've never used that word to describe anyone but yourself."

"I can't help it. She is beautiful. It's one of the only ways I can describe her."

"This is so exciting! I've always wanted a sister!"

"Whoa there Iz. We've been on one date. And we just met last night. Way too soon to be discussing marriage, but I like her. I want to see where it goes." Izzy still looks completely over the moon happy, and I couldn't blame her, Clary made me feel the same way too.

Time Jump- Dinner With Valentine

Clary POV:

I was getting ready for dinner with my dad and I was actually super nervous. But it had nothing to do with seeing my dad. I was nervous because I was going to be around Jace, and we were going to have to act like a couple. I mean I know Izzy told me the other day he liked me, but he made me nervous. He was handsome, and successful, and intelligent, and that's pretty intimidating.

Izzy had come in and curled my hair to absolute perfection and I kept my make up light. Some eye liner, some nude eye shadow and nude lipstick. I took one last look in the mirror and realized that I felt like I was staring at another person. I took a deep breath before I made my way downstairs. When I got to the bottom I saw Jace in his entirely black suit and if I wasn't holding onto the railing I might have collapsed.

"You look absolutely beautiful Clary." He said and I couldn't help but blush.

"You look pretty amazing yourself." I said as I made my way over to him. "You ready to get this over with?" I said and he smiled.

"Let's go. And we're going to take my car." He said and I followed him into his garage. When I got there I shouldn't have been surprised that he owned a Porsche, but I was. It was a beautiful matte black, and I couldn't wait to ride in it.

"Alright, so I know this is going to be weird, considering my father thinks we're dating, but I promise, I'll buy you dinner for doing this for me." I said and he just smiled.

"I don't mind pretending to be your boyfriend, and you still owe me a date anyway." He said and I smiled. He reached over and held my hand, I guess he could tell I was nervous. We pulled up to the restaurant and walked in.

"Welcome to Nubo, do you have a reservation?" The hostess asked as she eyes up Jace.

"Yes, it should be under Morgenstern."

"Right this way." She said as she led us over to the table. Jace grabbed my hand as we made our way to my dad, and when he looked up he looked pleased, which was new.

"Clarissa." He said as he kissed my cheek.

"Father."

"Who is this?" He asked and before I could speak Jace did.

"Jonathan sir. It's a pleasure to meet you."

"I always liked that name. If I had a son that's what I would have named him." We took a seat and I eyes Jace up and he gave me that 'I'll explain later' look so I let it go. "So Jonathan, what is it that you do for work?"

"I'm in the NBA sir."

"Really?"

"Yes. I play for the Lakers."

"How long have you been doing that?"

"For about 7 years now."

"So that would make you?"

"28."

"And how did you two meet?"

"We met at one of his games dad." I said trying to give Jace a break from the 20 questions.

"You like basketball Clarissa?"

"I thought I'd give it a try. I've been in LA for almost 6 years, and I've never been to a game. Turns out I showed up to the right one." I said as I smiled at Jace. He put his arm behind me, resting on the back of my chair as he rubbed a finger up and down my spin which caused me to shiver.

Dinner had been fairly nice actually. My father seemed to like Jace, which was a huge relief. Even though we weren't actually dating, this was enough to get him off my back, and potentially start a relationship with Jace. We had said goodbye to by father and got into Jace's car.

"So Jonathan, did you have a good time?"

"Yea. You're dad wasn't too bad. I was expecting much worse."

"Tonight was a rare night for him. I think he liked you."

"That's what I was going for."

"So, your real name is Jonathan?"

"Yea. Jace is just a nickname. I figured your father would like my real name more than my nickname considering he calls you Clarissa."

"Yea. I hate it. So how did Jace come from Jonathan?"

"My middle name is Christopher. When the Lightwoods adopted me Maryse started calling me Jace because of my initials JC, and it just stuck."

"I like Jace much better."

"It definitely suits me better, but I thought I be more professional with him, and clearly he liked it."

"That he did. Plus it's kinda a hot name." I said and he smirked.

"You know what's hot?" He said and I shook my head. "You in that dress. Seriously Red, you look sexy as hell tonight." He said and I couldn't help but blush.

"Thank you." I said and he just smirked at me. The rest of the car ride home was spent laughing, and joking all while he was holding my hand. Everything felt natural.

When we got back to his place he walked me to my room and we both lingered for a little. He looked at me, and his eyes flickered down to my lips, and before I could stop myself I pushed myself even further up on my toes and brought his head down and captured his lips with mine and I thought that I might die if I never kissed him again. It last for a couple minutes before we broke apart. I couldn't keep my smile off of my lips, and he looked pretty happy as well.

"I really like do that." He said, and I couldn't help but laugh.

"I like it too." He leaned down and kissed my lips again.

"I'll see you in the morning Clary."

"Goodnight Jace." He kissed me on last time before he retreated back to his room. When I walked into the guest room, I leaned against the door and just remembered that kiss and how addicting it is.

"How was it?" I heard in the darkness and I screamed. When I flicked the lights on and Izzy was sitting on my bed.

"What the hell! Are you trying to give me a heart attack?" I yelled and she laughed.

"I wanted to know how the dinner was!"

"It was actually pretty great. I think my dad really likes Jace."

"And what happened outside your door? I heard the heels, but they just stopped."

"Well, he walked me to the door, and I just couldn't take it anymore so I kissed him."

"Oh my god! Was it good?"

"Probably the best kiss I've ever had in my life."

"So are you going to stick around for the week?"

"I think so. I have nowhere to go, and he is offering."

"This is so exciting! We are going to have so much fun!" She squealed and I couldn't help but laugh at her excitement. "Do you need something to sleep in?" She asked.

"No. I have Jace's tee shirt from last night."

"That's cute. Alright, I'll leave you alone. I'll see you in the morning!"

"Goodnight Izzy." She gave me a hug before slipping out of the door.

When I walked downstairs the next morning, and only Alec and Izzy were there.

"Good morning." I said as I yawned.

"Morning Clare."

"Where's Jace?" I asked and Izzy just smiled at me.

"He told me to give this to you this morning." Alec said and handed me a note.

'Hey Red, I'm sorry I wasn't there this morning but I have a game tonight, and I was wondering if you'd like to see me play? There is an extra ticket, court side. If you decide to come, can't wait to see you. Jace'

I couldn't help but smile. I had to go into work today, but I realized that I didn't have any of my work clothes so I ask Izzy to borrow some clothes. It took some time, but I finally found a acceptable length dress that was a deep purple, and I put my hair up into a sock bun, and I wore my new shoes that I wore last night.

I practically ran out of the house because I had to be at work soon and I had no idea how long it would take me to get there from here.
Work was boring. I loved what I did. I was an art consultant, and I really enjoyed being able to look at amazing artwork all day, but today was a slow day. I was in my office doing some paperwork when I realized that I was almost 7, and Jace's game was starting soon. I shot out of my seat and ran to my car. It didn't take me long to get to the stadium and when I went to hand my ticket to the man, Bat was standing on the other side with a smile on his face.

"Clary, I was beginning to wonder if you were going to show." He said and he gestured for me to follow him.

"I lost track of the time. I had a really boring day at work, and started doing all the paperwork I've been avoiding and when I checked the time, it was so late."

"What do you do for work?" He asked as he was leading me onto the court.

"I'm an art consultant."

"That sounds interesting."

"It can be. I love art, so being around such masterpieces all day makes me really happy." He said as he showed me to my seat.

"I hope you enjoy the game Clary."

"Thank you Bat." He smiled and made his way back over to the bench. The minute Bat was back, Jace looked over at me and smiled. I smiled back, and the game started.

It was the fourth quarter, and the kiss cam was going around again, and of course, it landed on me and the man next to me. He looked at me and started licking his lips. I immediately got uncomfortable. He started to lean in closer as I leaned away, and before I knew it, I was being pulled away. When I looked up I saw Jace, who looked very angry. He leaned down and pressed his lips to mine and the whole stadium erupted, and I realized that we were now on the kiss cam. When he finally broke away from me, he smiled and went back to his bench. I sat back down and the man next to me looked completely embarrassed and I couldn't help but laugh.

When the game was over Bat came over to me and asked if I'd like to wait in the locker room for him. I nodded and we started walking. When we got close I could hear all the chatter, Bat opened the door but nobody noticed me behind him, and I decided to stay there and listen to what they were saying.

"Dude, who was that girl you kisses tonight?"

"No, the real question is, where the hell have you been hiding her?"

"Does she have a sister?" The one said and I couldn't help but laugh. When Bat stepped aside I was met with a bunch of eyes. Jace turned around and just smiled before making his way over to me. He gave me a quick kiss on the lips before pulling away.
"Thank you for coming tonight." He said and I couldn't help but giggle.

"I wouldn't miss an opportunity to watch you play." I said and he just smiled his amazing smile. I was about to continue when one of his teammates came over to us.

"Why don't you introduce us Jace." Before Jace could answer I snakes my arm around his sweaty waist.

"I'm Clary. His girlfriend." I said and I felt Jace tense for a moment before he pulled me closer. "I'll be out by my car. Meet me there. We're going out." I said and I kissed him quick before walked out the door.

I figured it would take at least 20 minutes, and I was right. 20 minutes later Jace was walking out of the arena and over to my car. He opened the passenger side door and got in. He leaned over the consul and pressed his lips to mine. When he pulled away, he had a huge smile on his face.

"My girlfriend?" He said and I couldn't help but blush and be embarrassed. After a moment, he spoke again. "I like the sound of that." And I snapped my head back to him.

"You're not mad I totally sprung that on you?" I said and he looked amused.

"Absolutely not. You don't know how many congratulations I got after you left. I few went a little too far, but even though we just met a couple days ago, but I like you, a lot. I want to see where this goes." He said and I couldn't help but smile.

"You do?"

"Of course. I'd be honored to have you as my girlfriend."

"And I'd be honored to be your girlfriend." I said and pressed my lips back to his. After a quick little make out session we finally brisk apart and I started the car and went off to our destination. I couldn't help but smile with happiness. It was sudden, but it felt so right.

Time Jump - Two Years Later

Clary POV:

These last two years with Jace have been absolutely amazing. I had moved into his place, and we might have been the most domestic couple you've ever seen. We ate dinner every night we could together, if he didn't have games on Friday, we had date night, and when he was gone for a couple days playing out of state, we talked every night.

He was currently in New York for a four game series, and I was surprising him at the game with his whole family to make an announcement. I had found out that I was pregnant, and I was going to surprise him at the game. To say I was nervous would be an understatement. After we got married, my dad was putting a lot of pressure on us to get married. Jace and I wanted to spend time together as a married couple first, and after a year and a half we both looked at each other and knew it was time.

I had invited his whole family, and my parents to the game, and at half time I was going to reveal to him, and all the people in the stadium that we were having a baby.

When everyone showed up, we went into the stadium, and found our seats. I didn't want to be too far away, but I also didn't want to be too close because I didn't want him to recognize us. When the first half was almost over I got up and made my way into the hallway, I had contacted Bat and let him know what was happening. He met me, and led me down to the court. And I froze when I finally heard the announcer speak.

"We have a very special announcement being made at today's halftime show, if both teams would stay on the court and listen, we would all greatly appreciate it." He said and everyone got quiet. "I don't know how many of you all knew this, but Jace Herondale was once a member of the New York Nets basketball team." He said and the stadium erupted. I guess they did remember. "Jace, if you would direct your attention to the jumbo tron." He said and I finally heard my message.

"On this day, two years ago, Jace proposed to me. I remember the day he asked me. He got me center court at dropped to one knee and asked me to spend forever with him, and it was the easiest yes I've ever had to say. Two years later, on a different court, there is a whole new question I would like to ask him." At that moment I made my way out onto the court, and he didn't notice because he was so focused on the video. I looked up and saw the picture of the sonogram. "Jace Herondale, are you ready to be a father?" The whole stadium erupted in cheers. Jace's jaw dropped and his teammates were clapping, and so was the other team, he still had close friends on that team, and the one even came out and congratulated him. Jace finally looked back and saw me standing there. He ran over to me and smashed his lips to mine, and picked up. When he finally put me down and pulled away he smiled.

"Are you serious?"

"So serious."

"How far along are you?"

"Almost two months. I've been planning this since I found out."

"What do you mean?" I looked to the left and our whole family was standing and waving. "You got them all here?"

"Yea. It was tricky, but everyone did their best to make it. I wanted them to witness this."

"I can't believe we're having a baby."

"I know." I said and he kissed me again. I looked back and both teams were making their way into the locker room. "Go to your team, we're going out after to celebrate."

"I love you Clarissa Herondale."

"As I love you Jonathan Herondale." He kissed me quick and than ran and joined his team. Bat had exported me back to my seat where I was greeted by hugs from his parents. This was as much news to them as it was to him.

"That was like the cutest way to announce it."

"I know. He was so surprised! I loved it!" I said and the rest of the game went by quickly. We were waiting outside the locker room when Jace rushed out. He stopped as soon as he saw us all standing there. He ran right up to me and picked me up again.

"I can't believe we're having a baby, and I can't believe you got our family here."

"I wanted them to witness your reaction in person, plus I didn't tell your parents, or mine. So it was a shock for them as well." I said and he put me back down. "Alright everyone, we're going out to celebrate." I said and everyone was so happy.

When we got to the restaurant everything was going really well. We were all laughing and joking around, and just enjoying spending time as a family, because it rarely happens. I thought, just for once, we could get through a family functions without disagreeing, but it wouldn't be a family function without Valentine ruining the mood.

"Jonathan, Clarissa." He said and Jace and I both looked at him. "Since you are now expecting, I would like to talk about him taking over my company one day." He said and I just sighed.

"We could be having a girl Valentine." I said and he scowled.

"Nonsense." Was all he said before continuing. "I will be putting him in the will, in case something happens to me before he is of age to take over the company. After all, a Morgenstern is the air to my fortune." I couldn't take it anymore, so I stood up and slammed my hand on the table.

"Enough. Why can't we make it through one family event without you bringing up your business? Why must you always bring work into the conversation? We are celebrating the life that Jace and I are bringing into this world, and you can't stop thinking about yourself. It's amazing how little you actually care about your only child." I said and everyone was staring at me with wide eyes. "And for the record, this is baby is a Herondale. This baby can do whatever he or she wants to do in life because it'll be his or her life. You can't dictate what his or her future will be like just to try and benefit yourself." I straightened up and looked at my mother than back at my father. "You weren't a father 27 years ago to me, you can't try and make that up by trying to be a better man and grandfather to my baby." I looked at Jace and he stood up and pulled me into his side. "This is our baby, and when it comes to making decisions about his or her life, its completely up to Jace and I, not you." I look at everyone at the table, and they still look stunned, and my father looks pissed. "I'm so sorry that the night ended on this note, but I'm exhausted, and I'd really like to head back to the hotel and sleep."

"Of course baby." My mom said as she got up and hugged me. She whispered an 'I'm sorry' into my ear and I just nodded. I hugged everyone goodbye except my father and Jace and I made our way out to the rental car. When we got inside I finally let the tears fall.

"I'm so sorry babe." Jace said and I just shook my head.

"Why does he care so much about our baby, when he didn't give a shit about me? Why was I never good enough, but somehow he thinks our baby is worthy of his time, and his minimal affection?" I said as I sobbed into Jace's shoulder.

"I don't know Red, but this baby," he said as his hand rested on my stomach "this baby will never have to know what it feels like to be abandoned, or what it feels like to lose a parent. We will love our baby more than anything in the world, and we will give him or her whatever they want because this baby, god this baby Clary is ours, and I will be damned if I let someone like your father think he has any say in his or her life." I look up at Jace and he wipes my tears away.

"I love you so much Jace."

"I love you more Clary, and I love our baby." He said and I couldn't help but smile and give him a kiss. He was right, this was a great day. He finally knew about the baby, and we were going to give our all to him or her because we knew how it felt to not be wanted or to lose the one person who loves you more than anything. Jace and I were going to be great parents, I just knew it.

Time Jump- Gender Reveal

Clary POV:

I had found out last week what I was having and I was determined to keep it from Jace so I could surprise him again. He was out of town playing in Miami, so it was the perfect time to set everything up. Tonight he had a game at home and I was planning on completely decorating the locker room while he was playing the first half, and when he walked in during half time he would be surprised. I had talked to Bat, who had talked to the coach and he was all for the idea.

I had enlisted Izzy's help, and all day I was nervous. I made it through work, but now that I was on my way to the stadium I couldn't help but start to get antsy. Izzy and I walked to the locker room, and when I walked in I didn't know where to start. I got the bags and gave them to Izzy, and when she pulled out the first decoration she screamed. She was super excited and even more excited to decorate. It took us a while to get everything perfect, but we heard the buzzer go off, and I just waited for Jace to enter the locker room. I saw the door open and when I saw Jace his jaw hit the floor. He was looking around the room at all the decorations and when his eyes finally landed on mine a smile broke out onto his face. It took him all of two seconds to run over to me and pick me up.

"I can't believe we're having a girl." He said into my ear and I couldn't help but agree.

"I know. When I found out I cried." I told him and he laughed.

"When did you find out?"

"When you were in Miami. I wanted to surprise you again, so I talked to Bat, who talked to you coach and now here we are." I said as I pointed to all the pink decorations.

"I can't believe it. My own little girl." He said as his hands rested on my baby bump. The whole team congratulated us, and I couldn't help but smile at how everything was turning out. This was going to be a really amazing life.

Time Jump- Fix Years Later

Clary POV:

A lot has changed in the last five years. Jace had been traded to the Nets, and we moved to New York about a year ago. It was a big change. I hadn't lived in New York for a very long time, and being back in the city was definitely different. Alyssa was almost five and I was currently five months pregnant. It had been a world wind but I wouldn't have wanted to take the journey with anyone other than Jace.

When Jace and I had to move he gave his house in LA to Izzy and Alec and told them to fight it our on their own, but it turns out their was no need to fight for the house. Alec had told us that he was moving to Europe with his boyfriend Magnus, and that the house was all Izzy's. She was obviously thrilled, and about two years ago her boyfriend Simon moved in with her. She was loving life and I couldn't be happier for them.

Jace had a game tonight, and I haven't been to as much as I used to be at because Alyssa gets really cranky when she's tired, and being five months pregnant, I couldn't stay up that late anyway, but Alyssa had begged me all day to go to his game, and of course I gave in. We showed up at the arena, and made our way to our court side seats, but Alyssa spotted Jace and instantly got excited.

"Daddy!" She shouted which caused both teams to look over at where the sound was coming from. He looked over and smiled before he came over.

"I can only stay for a moment. What are you doing here?" He asked as he picked up Alyssa.

"I wanted to watch you play daddy!" She said and I gave her a big kiss, and looked at me.

"She begged me all day, and I realized it had been a while since we last came to a game, so why not."

"Are you sure you're okay though? You aren't too tired?" He asked as he rested his free hand on my stomach.

"I'll be fine. Alyssa and I actually took a nap together today, isn't that right baby?" I asked and she beamed at Jace.

"Yea! Mommy and I were both really tired so we cuddled up in your bed and slept!"

"That's great baby." He said to her and I couldn't' help but smile. "Alright, I have to go. I'll see you three after the game." He said and he gave Alyssa another kiss before putting her down. He leaned down and pressed his lips to mine and the whole stadium erupted and Jace and I broke apart and looked at each other confused. We looked around and we took one look at the jumbo tron and realized that we were on the kiss cam. I blushed and leaned into Jace as Alyssa hugged Jace's leg. He laughed and I couldn't help but laugh either.

"I love you Jace."

"I love you too Clary."

"I love you daddy!" Alyssa said, and he looked down at his little girl.

"I love you too sweetheart." He gave us both one more kiss and went back to warm ups. I couldn't help but laugh at what just happened. I guess it's true what they say, life does come full circle after all.

Authors Note:

Okay, so I have been working on this one shot for a couple days, and I have to say I am very pleased with it! This idea was requested by marmaids, and I really hope that I took it to a place where you are pleased as well! This is the longest one shot I have ever written, but I just couldn't seem to stop writing it. Also a quick disclaimer, I don't own the restaurant or the clothing stores! Just put them in there to make it more realistic! I hope you enjoy reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it! Don't forget that if you have a story idea send me a message or leave a review! :)