Forty First One Shot:
Tutor
Clary POV:
I was sitting in my desk while Mr. Harland passed out the test. I had no time to study since I had a huge soccer game tomorrow and I needed to stay focused. This game determines if we made it into the playoffs and I'll be damned if I let my team down because I was studying for a chem test. When he finally put the test on my desk I took one look at it and knew I was probably screwed. I mean, chem wasn't that hard when you actually paid attention but this last unit was on covalent bonds and I just didn't have the time to learn it.
The whole hour passed and I knew that my test was probably F worthy. It's not that I couldn't learn the material, it's just that school came second to me, and my grades showed that. I handed the test in and walked out of the room. I was headed towards my locker when Maia stopped me.
"You ready for the big game tomorrow?" She asked.
"Totally. I haven't been able to stop thinking about it." I said and she nodded.
"Me either. I actually think I just failed my history test because of it."
"I'm pretty sure I just failed my chem test for the exact same reason." I said and she laughed. The bell rang that indicated that I was most likely going to be late for my next class. I groaned, grabbed my books from my locker and headed in the direction of my English class. I normally didn't dread English but we were learning about poetry and it was simply a bore.
When I walked in I took my normal seat next to my friend Tessa. She was the only reason that I survived this class. Without her I would be dreadfully lost and confused half the time. Mrs. Thurman walked in and started writing on the board. After she was done she turned around and looked at us
"Can anyone tell me what this is?" She asked as she pointed to the name Annabel Lee on the board. After a minute of silence she sighed.
"A name?" Trevor said from the back and she sighed again.
"Not one of you knows this poem?" She asked and from what I could tell everyone was skating their head, until someone spoke up.
"It's by Edgar Allen Poe." Someone said and everyone turned around. The voice was something that should have come out of an Angels mouth. When I realized who it came from I was surprised. Jace Herondale. Not a popular guy by a long shot. Everyone considered him a really big nerd. He didn't have any friends except Alec, who was also looked down on by everyone for being gay when he went to school here. He wore glasses that I didn't think made him look nerdy, and he was insanely smart.
"Excellent Jace." She said. "Can anyone tell me the meaning behind the poem?" She asked and it was quiet again. "Did none of you read it for homework?"
"It's about true love." Jace spoke up again and I could help but look at him. I had no idea why, but there was something about him that was intriguing. "The narrator of the story fell in love with Annabel Lee 'in a kingdom by the sea' when they were young. Their love changed though when Annabel Lee died. The narrator never gave up on their love because he believed that their souls were intertwined. He believed they were destined to be together." Jace said and I was captivated with every word that came out of his mouth. "Like most of Poe's work there is a slight demented side, because the narrator sleeps in her tomb every night to be close to her."
"Very good Jace. Any other themes?"
"Envy is another one, although it's more subtle than love." He said.
"What about envy?" She asked.
"It's said that the Angels were envious of the love between Annabel Lee and the narrator so they killed her so that their love would die."
"Excellent Jace." She said and I could tell that some kids were making fun of him for being so knowledgeable, but I found it fascinating how he could pick all that up from a poem. "Since Jace just answered my questions far better than I expected, he just got you all out of a quiz." She said and the class cheered.
The rest of the day went by normally and when I was at my locker at the end of the day I heard a noise from behind me and when I looked I saw Jace on the ground picking up the books that someone knocked out of his hands. I heard laughter and when I looked around I saw Sebastian and his goon squad high five and walk away. I don't know what I ever saw in that asshole but breaking up with him was the best thing I ever did. I closed my locker and headed towards the gym to change for practice. I was completely in the zone and ready to kick ass tomorrow.
Time Jump - Next Day
Clary POV:
I could barely sleep last night so I was pretty tired this morning. I had two cups of coffee in me so I was slowly waking up, and I knew that once I stepped my cleats on the field I would be unstoppable. I walked into my chem class and zoned out the minute he started teaching. The bell rang and I started gathering my things when the teacher stopped me.
"I graded your test Clarissa." He said and I groaned. "You failed. You currently have a D- in this class and you are one more bad grade away from being put on academic probation."
"Mr. Harland, I can't be on academic probation. We're one game away from making the playoffs."
"Academics are just as important as sports Clarissa, if not more." He said.
"What do I need on the next test to boost my grade?" I asked.
"An A."
"Seriously?" I asked and he nodded.
"I can set you up with another student to tutor you. I know how much soccer means to you Clary, and I hate doing this but you're nearly failing, and I don't want to put an F on your report card." He said and I nodded. "Meet here during your 7th period, I'll introduce you to your tutor."
"Okay." I said and I left. I couldn't believe I was half a grade away from being put on academic probation.
Jace POV:
I was in Mr. Harland's class doing some paperwork for him when he asked me to step outside the class with him for a moment.
"I have a student who is on the verge of being put on academic probation." He said and I nodded. "She needs an A on the next test and I know she's capable of it but her head is just in the clouds."
"Sure. I can schedule some time to help." I said and he nodded.
"She'll be here soon." He said and I went back in to grade some papers. About 10 minutes later the door opened and when I looked up I was meet with beautiful green eyes. She gave me a small smile before walking up to Mr. Harland. They talked for a minute before walking up to me.
"Jace will be your tutor Clary. He's excellent at chemistry and he's currently me TA. You'll learn a lot from him." He said and she nodded before he turned away. It was a little awkward for a moment before she spoke.
"So, what's a TA?" She asked and I smiled.
"Teachers assistant. I help him grade homework or look over the experiments kids did in class to see if their right."
"But aren't you in chem now? How will you know if they're right?" She asked.
"I took chem freshman year."
"Seriously?" She asked and I nodded.
"I took a placement test so that I could skip all the classes that I didn't need to retake."
"You are a genius." She said and I laughed.
"I like to learn." I said and she nodded. "So when would you like to meet?"
"I have to be honest with you. My schedule is kinda crazy. We might have to meet at odd times." She says.
"I'm okay with that." I said and she nodded before handing me a schedule of the times she's free. I looked it over and realized that she really was busy. "What do you do every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and weekends from 5-9?"
"I volunteer. A lot." She admitted almost like she was embarrassed.
"That's cool." I said and she looked confused. "So how about we meet up Tuesdays around 7?"
"Sounds good. Where?"
"You know Java Jones?" I ask and she nods. "There. I'll be in the booth in the very back." I said and the bell rang. I gathered my stuff and we walked out of Mr. Garlands class making small talk. It was interrupted when Sebastian made his way over to us. He put his arm around Clary and drug her away from me. I sighed and shook my head as I made it to my locker. A girl like her would never like a guy like me. There was no need to pretend it could happen.
Time Jump - First Tutor Session
Clary POV:
Walking up to Java Jones I couldn't help but feel nervous. I've never been like this around anyone before. It was weird. Jace and I didn't run in the same circle and the fact that I felt like this about someone who normally I would never speak too was weird. When I walked in I saw Jace sitting in the back booth and I made my way over to him. He was currently working on other homework that looked really complicated. I sat down and he looked up and smiled.
"What are you working on?" I asked.
"Calculus." He said and my nose scrunched which made him laugh, and I really liked the sound of it.
"How are you so smart?" I asked and he tapped his pencil on his book.
"Having no social life gives me a lot of free time." He said and his eyes locked with mine. "It gave me something to focus on."
"I wish I was that smart." I said and he smiled as he closed his book and put it away.
"I think you are, you just have a lot going on in your head right now." He said and I guess I looked confused because he laughed. "I know you have a huge soccer game coming up, and I know that is probably sucking all of your attention from school." He said.
"I just can't help it. When I'm thinking about soccer it's all I can focus on."
"That's okay. We'll just get that chem grade up and you'll be golden." He said and I really wanted to reply with 'just like you' but I stopped myself.
We sat there for two hours and he re taught me everything that we had already learned in chem and I actually understood it all. He was a great teacher but it also helped that we laughed and joked around. He was actually a really funny person, and it sucked that nobody at school knew this side of him. When the time came we were packing up and walking out of the coffee shop. He walked me to the car and we lingered for a little.
"Same time next week?" He said and I smiled.
"Yea. Same place?" I asked and he nodded. "Thanks for doing this Jace. I really needed it."
"No problem Clary. See you." He said and he walked to his car. When I got in my car I sat there and watched him drive away. Spending time with Jace was fun, and different, and refreshing. I liked it. Maybe almost failing chem was a blessing in disguise.
Time Jump - Two Weeks Later
Jace POV:
My mom has been working insane hours at the medical center to pull in extra money. Our schedules are so conflicting that we barely ever see each other. She was working another 12 hour shift today so I was bringing her some real food. I walked into the facility and was making my way towards the break room when I heard someone singing. It was a beautiful voice so I followed it. When I got to the doorway I saw a familiar redhead and I was surprised to see her, but she did say she volunteered a lot. When she was finished with the song I turned around and kept walking. I didn't want her seeing me and thinking I was stalking her. I got to the break room and put the lunch for my mom in the fridge. I rented around and saw Camille sitting at the table eating. I had run into her a few times while dropping food off for my mom.
"Hey Camille." I said and she looked up and smiled.
"Jace, it's been awhile. How are you?"
"I'm alright. You?"
"I'm good." She said and I took a seat.
"Can I ask you something?"
"Of course."
"Clary. How much do you know about what she does here?" I asked and she smiled.
"Clary is one of the most selfless people I've ever met. She's been volunteering here for years. She sings to the hospice patients or paints murals on the walls. She gives up her holidays and summers to help grieving families through the process of losing a loved one. She's a treasure around here." She said and I nodded. It just made me like Clary so much more.
"Thanks for clearing that up for me." I said and she smiled.
"Of course. Are you waiting for your mom?" She asked.
"No. I just thought she'd like some real food for a change."
"You're a great son Jace."
"I'm trying." I said and I waved goodbye and headed back out to my car. When I turned the corner I ran into something, and when I looked down I saw that vibrant red hair.
"Jace. What are you doing here?" She asked extremely shocked to see me.
"My mom works here. I was bringing her some food." I said.
"Who is your mom?" She asked.
"Celine Herondale."
"Really? I love her. She's great at what she does." She said and I nodded.
"She better be. She works all the time." I said as I looked down. "So this is where you volunteer?"
"Yea. I love it." She said and I smiled.
"I better go. I'll see you Tuesday?" I said and she smiled.
"Yea. Tuesday." I waved goodbye and made my way back out to the car. Things with Clary had been great. We always had a good time when we were together, and getting to know more about her was just giving me more reasons to like her.
Time Jump - Championship Game
Clary POV:
Today was the day of the championship game and I was nervous as hell. I knew my team had what it takes to win but it was going to be a war, and I wasn't going down without one hell of a fight. I was passing the ball with Maia when looked confused.
"You good Maia?" I asked.
"Yea, it's just, Jace Herondale is staring at you." She said and I turned around and Jace was in the stands. I was confused because he never comes out and he had a textbook opened on his lap but his eyes were on me. "What's up with that?"
"I don't know."
"He's watching you like a hawk." She said a little rudely.
"He's my tutor." I said.
"Since when did you need a tutor?"
"Since I failed that chem test and I was going to be put on academic probation." I said and she nodded. "Come on, we need to focus." I said and she nodded and we started passing the ball again. I had no idea why Jace was here but I liked it. A lot.
Jace POV:
I don't know what persuaded me to go to Clary's game in the first place but here I was. Sitting in the stand, doing my calculus homework and I couldn't keep my eyes off her. I felt like I had known her my entire life. She made me laugh and she didn't treat me like everyone else. I liked being around her, hence the reason I'm sitting here, in the cold, watching a game that I didn't really understand.
When the game ended they were champions and they were celebrating on the field. I packed up my backpack and started walking towards my car. When I reached my door and opened it I heard my name being called.
"Jace!" I turned around and Clary was jogging towards me. "What are you doing here?"
"I'm not really sure. I found myself getting in my car tonight and driving here." I said and she nodded.
"Did you enjoy the game?"
"I did. You did really good." I said and she smiled. It was silent for a little, before she spoke again.
"Are you doing anything tonight?"
"I was planning to go home and finishing my calculus homework." I said and she laughed.
"Want some company?" She asked and I was a little taken aback.
"Aren't you going to celebrate with your team?" I asked and she looked behind her at the girls celebrating with all the students, than she looked back at me.
"I'd rather spend time with you." She said and I think my eyes almost popped out of my head. "That is, if you want to spend time with me."
"Of course. You wanna follow me to my house?" I asked and she nodded and headed to her car. I watched her get approached by a couple teammates and some boys asking if she wanted to go back to Sebastian's house and celebrate and she declined saying she already had plans. Maia looked my way, she had caught me staring at Clary during the game and I knew she was curious about what was happening. Nonetheless, I got in my car and Clary got in hers and I started driving. When I pulled into my driveway and got out so did Clary. I didn't live in the best part of town, but it was home. When I opened the door it was completely dark. I switched on the light and saw the remnants of my moms dinner on the coffee table.
"Do you want to shower or something?" I asked Clary.
"Do I smell that bad?" She laughed and I shook my head.
"I just thought you'd want to be comfortable." I said and she blushed.
"I would actually really like a shower. Is that okay?"
"I do believe I offered first." I said and she laughed. "I'll show you the way." I said and we headed upstairs. I walked into the bathroom and handed her a towel. "You can use whatever my mom has in there. Uh, I'll get you some of her clothes for when you're done. You two look about the same size."
"Thank you." She said and I nodded and headed to my moms room. I pulled out a pair of sweatpants and an old t-shirt and went back to the bathroom. I knocked on the door and Clary opened it wearing nothing but her towel, and I quite enjoyed the view. "Thank you again." She said and I headed back downstairs. I made a pot of coffee, and made myself a little snack for finishing my homework. Before I knew it Clary was walking down the stairs looking more beautiful than I've ever seen her. She joined me on the couch and I realized the place was a mess.
"Sorry this place is such a mess." I said as I started I clean up. "My mom probably pulled a double and only had a little time to come home and eat."
"Does she pull a lot of doubles?" Clary asked as she helped me clean up.
"That's basically all she works. Things have been a little tight since my dad died. We need the money." I said and she nodded.
"Mind if I have a cup?" She asked and I shook my head as I handed her a mug. She poured the cup and we went back into the lock room, my homework completely forgotten. "So, it's just you and your mom than?"
"Since my dad died it's mostly just been me."
"What do you mean?"
"She works all the time. Like I said, doubles are normal for her. When she gets off work at midnight and needs to be back in the next day she just sleeps at the facility. I'm lucky if we get a few words in a week to each other." I said and she nodded again. I was about to say something else when the door opened. My mom ran in and went straight to the kitchen. A moment later she was searching through the living room. "What are you doing home mom?"
"I left my pager, and I need it for work. I won't be home tomorrow. Maybe I'll see you Sunday. Love you." She said as she left. I looked back at Clary and smiled.
"Is it always like that?"
"Yup. Told you. She's barely home."
"So you are alone a lot?" She asked and I nodded. "That must suck."
"I've gotten used to it." I said and she reached over and took my hand.
"That doesn't make it any better. Why don't you socialize at school more?"
"Because people have already labeled me the nerd of the school. They won't take the time of day to get to know me. There is no point in trying to convince them that I'm not just a book worm." I said and she smiled.
"So, why don't you tell me what else there is to Jace Herondale?" She asks and I smile.
"Well, before my father died we were both actually into boxing." I said and she smiled.
"That's why you're so in shape." She said and I smiled.
"You checking me out Clary?" I asked slightly joking but judging by her blush I was also right.
"I have noticed that you are incredibly muscular and lean." She said and I laughed.
"Anyway, my dad and I did everything together. He taught me everything I know. Boxing, playing the piano, all of the knowledge I posses. Our old house had a library. I would spend hours in there reading any book I could find." I said as I intertwined our fingers. I noticed she scooted a little closer to me. "It took my mom a while to get back on her feet. We lost our house and had to move, and it's been pretty lonely ever since."
"I'm really sorry." She said and I shrugged. "I know how you feel though." She said and I looked at her in confusion. "My dad died too. It's why I volunteer so much. I help families deal with their loses."
"I'm sorry." I said and she nodded.
"It was hard, but my mom and I got through it. She remarried a couple years ago, he's great, but not my dad."
"I understand. My mom threw herself into work so she never had the opportunity to even try and move on." I said. We sat there in silence for a moment. It wasn't awkward at all, but comfortable. "Want to watch a movie?"
"Sure." She said and I went and picked out a movie. I put it in and went back to the couch. To my surprise Clary curled up against my side and I wrapped my arm around her. I put my feet up on the coffee table and got comfortable, while Clary and I laid there and watched the movie.
Before I knew it I was waking up and Clary was still cuddled into my side asleep. I looked at my phone and it was nearly 3 am. I don't remember falling asleep but I didn't mind. I scooped Clary up and started making my way upstairs. When I got to my room I put her in my bed and she didn't even stir. I pulled the blanket over her body and walked out. I made my way back downstairs and got back on the couch. I was slowly drifting off thinking about the fact that Clary was asleep in my bed.
Clary POV:
When I woke up I was really confused. I looked around and noticed that I was in a strange room. It was incredibly clean, and not very personal. There were two photos on the dresser and I got out of the bed and went over to look at them. I noticed that there was a young Jace in both of the pictures. He had the biggest smile on his face, he looked incredibly happy. I smiled to myself and decided to make my way downstairs. When I reached the bottom of the stairs and Jace was sleeping on the couch. I couldn't help the smile that spread across my face at seeing how innocent he looked. I walked over and kneeled down in front of him. I started rubbing circles on his back until I noticed him start to stir. His eyes started to flutter opened. When he finally realized what was going on he smiled.
"Hey." He said in a groggy voice that was insanely sexy. "How did you sleep?"
"Very well. Your bed is really comfy." I said and he smiled and sat up.
"I quite like it." He said and I laughed. He reached over to the side table and grabbed something. "Your phone has been ringing off the hook this morning."
"Oh shit. I never told my mom where I was going last night." I said and I grabbed my phone. "I'll be right back."
"Stay. I'll make some coffee." He said and he got up and went into the kitchen. I dialed my moms number and she picked up rather quickly.
"Clarissa Adele Fray, where the hell have you been?" She yelled.
"I'm sorry mom. I was hanging out with a….friend, and we fell asleep on the couch watching a movie." I said.
"I called Maia, and Sebastian, and Tessa, yet no one knew where you were, so which friend were you with?" She demanded.
"His name is Jace." I said.
"You spent the night with a boy?" She said sounding extremely pissed.
"It's not like that. He's my friend, and he's also my tutor." I said and she sighed.
"Sweetheart, you can't just go over a boys house and not tell me." She said.
"I know mom. I didn't mean to not text you. We won the game, and I hung out with my friend to celebrate. We were watching a movie and we fell asleep." I said.
"Is there something more going on Clary? You sound off." She said and I bit my lip.
"There is something about him." I finally said. "He's not the normal jock that everyone expects me to date. He's smart, and nice, and kind, and funny. We both understand each other." I said and I couldn't stop smiling.
"I want you to come home Clary." She said and I sighed.
"I'll be home in an hour mom." I said.
"Okay. Bye Clary."
"Bye mom." I said and I hung up. I sat back on the couch and a moment later Jace walked in with two cups of coffee.
"How'd she take it?" Jace asked as he handed me the cup.
"She freaked. I told her what happened and she clamed down slightly. She wants me home in an hour."
"Well, tell her I'm sorry. I didn't mean to fall asleep." He said and I laughed.
"I'll let her know." I said and we sat on the couch drinking coffee and talking. I don't know when I started liking Jace as more than just a friend, but I did and I have no idea what I'm going to do about it. When I left he walked me to my car and I couldn't stop the smile on my face. I turned around and faced him and smiled. "Thank you for last night Jace. I really enjoyed it."
"So did I." He said. I didn't know what else to do so I got up on my tippy toes and gave him a kiss on the cheek. When I pulled away he had a smile on his face that matched mine.
"I'll see you at school on Monday?" I asked and he nodded. I smiled again and got in my car and headed home. Things with Jace were different, and new to me, but I was excited to get to know more about him.
Time Jump – One Month Later
Jace POV:
My feelings for Clary have been growing since the night of our little sleepover. I was still tutoring her and we were getting closer and closer every time we met. At first people were really confused when they would see us talking. She sat at my lunch table one day and we were the talk of the school for a week. I didn't mind. I finally had someone other than Alec in my life. Especially since he was away at college, I didn't really see him much.
It was a normal Wednesday and I was getting my books for my history class when they were knocked out of my hands. Of course this was normal so I just turned around to see who it was and as always it was Sebastian. I stood there and prepared him to give me the normal 'you're a loser speech' and than be on his way but apparently that wasn't how it was going today.
"Keep your nerdy hands off my girlfriend." He said and I was confused.
"Who is your girlfriend?" I asked because I don't remember him walking around with his arms around a girl.
"You know who my girlfriend is loser. Short, redhead, soccer player." He said and I think I made him even more angry because I scoffed involuntarily. "Is that funny to you nerd?" He asked and like an idiot I am when it comes to Clary I speak without a thought.
"I wasn't aware you two were still together." I said and immediately hated myself.
"We're always going be together." He said as he slammed his hand against my locker. "She would never go for someone like you anyway. It's pathetic that you think you had a shot to begin with." He said and I was about to say something but another voice sliced through the air.
"That's enough Sebastian." We both turned our heads and saw Clary standing there.
"Come on baby, I'm just trying to get this loser off your back. He follows you around like a lost puppy." Sebastian said and I rolled my eyes.
"He isn't the one following me around like a lost puppy, you are." Clary said as she walked closer to us. "I broke up with you almost a year ago Sebastian, and we aren't getting back together. Give it up."
"So your next target is what? This loser?" Sebastian said as he pointed to me. "You go from me to him?"
"I didn't go from you to him. I went from you to being happy, and than I met him." Clary said as she stood next to me.
"You can't be serious Clary. This kids a loser, a total nerd. You can't associate with him."
"And why is that?" She asked as she crossed her arms over her chest.
"Because he isn't right for you. You deserve someone athletic, popular, handsome." He said as he smiled at her.
"You can't describe yourself Sebastian. If anything you don't deserve me." She said and his smile faltered. "Stay away from him."
"Whose going to stop me?" He said.
"I will." Clary retorted and I looked pathetic having a girl stand up to me. Sebastian laughed and him and his friends walked away. Once he was gone Clary turned towards me. "If he bothers you again, let me know."
"I don't need your protection." I said and she looked surprised. "I've been dealing with him for years, if I don't fight back he leaves."
"You shouldn't have to deal with him Jace." She said and I laughed a dry laugh.
"You used to be just like him. You went around attached to his hip, letting him pick on anyone he deemed unworthy of him and your friends." I said and she seemed surprised. "Now your finally seeing that the way he treats people, the way he treats me, is not right you suddenly want to do something about it?"
"What are you talking about Jace?" She asked and I could tell she was a little hurt and confused.
"I don't need your pity Clary. I'm 18, I can take care of myself." I said as I started walking away. She was stunned in place before I heard her footsteps behind me.
"Is that what you think this is?" She asked as we neared my next class. "You think I stood up to Sebastian because I pitied what he was doing to you?"
"Why else would you do it?" I asked.
"Maybe because you're my friend, and he's an asshole who needs to be told that treating someone the way he treats you is pretty fucking shitty." She said and I could tell she was getting angry.
"You wouldn't care if you never needed my help in chem. We would have never spoken because we aren't the same. Sure, we bonded over the fact that we both lost our dad, but other than that, we are just cut from two totally different clothes. Your silk, and I'm polyester. We were never meant to be sewn together." I attempted to walk away when she grabbed my arm.
"What are you saying Jace?" She asked and I avoided eye contact, until she grabbed my face and forced me to look at her.
"I'm saying that, maybe we should just stick to being tutor and tutee, and stay on our own side of the river."
"Is that what you want?" She asked. I shrugged and her eyes narrowed. "Jace, is that what you want?"
"I don't know Clary. I really don't know." I confessed and her eyes softened.
"I can't be your friend Jace." She said and I was really confused. I was about to say something when she cut me off. "I can't just be your friend because I think that I'm in love with you." My eyes widened and she laughed a little.
"You…..what…..I…" I was rambling until she smiled and shut me up with a kiss. I was shocked for a moment before I started kissing her back. Kissing her felt like I was walking on water. I pulled her closer to and I felt her laugh in the middle of the kiss. When we finally pulled apart I couldn't help but feel like I was dreaming. She smiled and I put one of her stray curls behind her ear and she blushed.
"Do you wanna get out of here?" She asked and I smiled. I nodded and she grabbed my hand and we walked out of the school. She had gotten a ride today so we took my car and went back to my house. When we walked in, I don't know what came over me but I pushed her up against the wall and kissed her. She gasped but smiled and kissed me back. I don't know how long we were there but when we split apart I couldn't help but smile.
"Do you want some coffee?" I asked and she nodded. "Make yourself comfy on the couch." I said and I started walking about when she stopped me.
"Do you mind if I borrow some clothes? I don't think I can get comfortable in what I'm wearing." She asked and I smiled.
"Sure, you remember where my room is?" I asked and she nodded. "Top drawer are shirts, third drawer are sweats. I would offer my moms clothes again but she's sleeping." I said and she nodded and started walking upstairs. I went into the kitchen and made a pot of coffee. When the coffee was done I made my way out to the living room and Clary was sitting there on the couch. I set the mugs down, grabbed a blanket and sat down next to her. She cuddled into my side and I turned on the TV and found a random show. We drank our coffee, watched the show, and kissed for what seemed like hours when I heard footsteps on the stairs. We both stopped kissing and looked up to see my mom yawning as she made her way down.
"Hey Jace." She said and I smiled.
"Hey mom." I said and she smiled and than her eyes locked on Clary. I knew they knew each other, but I guess that never occurred to me before right now.
"Clary?" She questioned and Clary smiled.
"Hey Celine." She said with a smiled.
"What are you doing here?" She asked, and Clary laughed.
"Um, well, I don't really know what to call it." She said as she looked at me, and I smiled. "I guess you could say we're dating?" She questioned and looked at me and I simply nodded. "Yea, we're dating." She said confidently and I smiled.
"I wasn't aware you two even knew each other." My mom said and I laughed.
"We didn't, until a couple months ago. She needed a tutor in chem and the teacher asked me." I said and my mom nodded.
"Well, it's good to see you sweetie. Do I smell coffee?" She asked and I laughed.
"Yea, its still warm." I said and she ran into the kitchen. She came out a moment later and sat on the couch. "Are you working tonight?"
"Yea. I'm working for the next week straight so I won't be around much." She said and I nodded.
"I know." I said and I could tell she felt bad.
"I'm sorry Jace. I wish I didn't need to work so much." She said and I smiled.
"I know mom. You know I've never minded." I said and she gave me a sad smile.
"I work until 5 tomorrow night, how about we go out to dinner?" She asked and I smiled.
"I would love that mom." I said and she smiled.
"I have to go. We'll talk tomorrow. I love you Jace."
"I love you too mom." I said and she stood up and gave me a kiss on the cheek.
"It was lovely seeing you Clary. Will you be there tonight?" She asked and I forgot that it was Wednesday.
"I will. I'll see you later." Clary said and my mom smiled one more time before leaving. Clary turned back to me and smiled. She cuddled back into my side and I smiled and kissed the top of her head. I had never imagined that we would end up here, but I didn't want to be anywhere else. She made me happy, and she made me feel normal, and loved. I realized that I had never actually said it back to her. I realized that it was almost time for her to get to the facility.
"You ready to go?" I said and she smiled.
"Let me get changed." She said and she went into the bathroom. I cleaned up the food and the drinks and when I was done, she was dressed again. I held out my hand and she took it and smiled and we made our way to my car. We got in and I drove her to the facility and when we got there we both lingered for a moment. "Can I ask you something?"
"Of course."
"Can you pick me up tonight?" She asked and I smiled. "Since I don't have my car, I don't really have another way to get home."
"I'd love to pick you up." I said and she leaned over and gave me a kiss. She reached the handle and opened the door. "Clary." I said and she turned around, and I smiled. "I love you." I said and her smiled got wider.
"I love you too." She said and I smiled and she got out and made her way to the entrance. When I was on my way home I couldn't believe that this was actually happening. Things were great, and I was excited to see what happened in the future. I may have started out on the bottom, but I have never felt so high in my whole life than I do with Clary by my side.
Authors Note:
This one shot was requested by Julmclay, and I hope that I have lived up to the expectations of your story idea! I tried really hard to make this something you would love to read, and I hope that I have done that! Let me know what you all think, and leave a suggestion if you have and idea! :)
