Authors Note:

Okay, so I'm putting an A/N here because there is something you should know about this story, I took a request and I felt as though I couldn't write a decent story without having another relationship be mentioned just as much, if not slightly more, so if you aren't a fan of Emma and Julian, this fanfic isn't for you! But, if you're curious about it, and want to read, have at it!

Seventy Ninth One Shot:

Teachers

Clary POV:

Being a teacher was something that I always wanted to do. My mom used to tell me that I would hold lessons in our living room with all my stuff animals before I could even talk properly. I loved learning new things, and getting that information out, but I also loved being that person that could potentially kick-start a students future. That's what happened to me. I was in 10th grade, and my English teacher showed me the power that being a teacher held. Now, I was only in 10th grade, but I knew I had no idea what I wanted to do in life, but that year, I figured it out. And to this day, being a teacher has opened so many doors for me, and I couldn't be happier where I am in life.

Senior year of college I was freaking out because I was scared I wouldn't get a job. I mean, there were so many schools, but not a lot seemed to be hiring and it was freaking me out. I often found myself in Simon's apartment pacing and freaking out that I was going to end up as a bum on the street. It didn't matter what time of the day or night it was, I would just march right into his home and begin my freak out, until one time I did it, and I found Simon in a compromising position with his girlfriend, who I didn't know he had, and I'm still a little scared from the experience.

Flashback

I slammed Simon's apartment door and headed straight for the kitchen to grab a drink. When I turned around there stood Simon, but he wasn't alone. There was a girl with him, and she was half naked, and his shirt was inside out.

"Oh my god." I said as I dropped my drink.

"Who are you?" The girl said.

"Who are you?" I said back and Simon looked utterly embarrassed.

"I can't believe you have a girlfriend. I thought you were different Simon." The girl said as she started grabbing her clothes.

"Izzy wait. Let me explain." Simon said and I could hear in her voice how important she was to him.

"There is nothing to explain. Everything seems pretty self explanatory." She said as she tugged her shirt back on and I finally snapped out of my confusion.

"Nothing is self explanatory." I finally said and she looked at me. "I'm not his girlfriend."

"Oh. Than why do you have a key?" She asked.

"Yea, why do you have a key?" Simon asked and I smiled.

"You remember when you asked me to get your mail when you went home to visit your family?" I asked and he nodded. "I may have made a copy of the key you gave me in case I needed you and you were asleep or something."

"Way to be a stalker Clary." Simon said and I laughed.

"You know how I can get Simon." I said and he nodded. "Let's start over." I said and the girl nodded. "I'm Clary, Simon's best friend."

"I'm Izzy. His girlfriend." Izzy said and I nodded.

"Which brings me to another point. Why didn't you tell me you had a girlfriend Simon Lewis?" I asked and he blushed.

"I was planning on telling you this weekend. I didn't want to jinx it. I mean look at her, and look at me." Simon said as he gestured to Izzy who smiled. I would never have pictured them together, but they looked good together and I was happy for my friend.

"Well, it's nice to meet you. How long as this been going on?" I asked.

"A couple weeks." Simon said. I nodded and picked my drink up off the ground. "What's wrong this time?" Simon asked and I had momentarily forgot why I was here.

"I'm gonna be a failure Simon." I said and he sighed.

"No you aren't." He reassured me for like the 245th time.

"Yes I am. I'm not going to get a job after I graduate. And that's in 5 months Simon!" I said and he walked over and put his hands on my shoulders.

"You will be an amazing teacher one day Clary. And don't forget, you're traveling for a year right after your graduation, so you technically don't have to worry about it for a little while." Simon said and I nodded.

"I have no back up Simon." I said and he pulled me into a hug.

"Stop worrying so much about the future, and focus on the right now." He said and I nodded. "Any school in this country would be lucky to have you on their staff, don't doubt that." He said and I pulled away.

"Thank Si." I said and he smiled. "I'm sorry I interrupted. I was just freaking out, and you know me." I said and he laughed.

"No problem, but knock next time." Simon said and I laughed.

"You don't want the key back?" I asked and he shook his head.

"It will be beneficial for you to have, but don't abuse it." He said and I laughed.

"I won't. Thank you for the pep talk. I needed it." I said.

"Any time Fray." He said.

"And it was nice meeting you. We should get some lunch together sometime. Get to know each other." I said and she smiled.

"I'd love too." She said.

"Great. Well, get back to whatever you were doing, and I'll see you late." I said and Simon nodded. I made my way out of his apartment and took a deep breath. Simon was right, I had to stop worrying about the future and focus on the present.

End of Flashback

Simon was completely right about focusing on the present instead of the future, because I would have drove myself mad if I didn't. After I spent a year traveling with my mom, I came back and was surprised to see Simon and Izzy still together, but incredibly happy because they complimented each other so well. We caught up over lunch and I learned that Izzy was a guidance counselor at the high school near by, and that Simon got his dream job as a video game designer. I was happy, and I couldn't believe that everything with them was going exactly has they wanted. But being back in reality just heightened my worries about not getting job again. Especially because now I needed a job. I couldn't rely on taking a year to travel as an excuse not to worry. I needed a job, and I didn't even know where to start, but Izzy came in clutch and I'll never forget her kindness, and saving my ass.

Flashback:

"Simon, now I really am going to be a failure." I said.

"You really gotta stop doubting yourself." Simon said and I sighed.

"I need a job. I mean, my mom offered to help me stay afloat until I get one, but I don't want to use her for her money." I said and he nodded.

"It's okay to ask for help Clare." He said.

"I know that, but she supported me my whole life, paid my entire college tuition and made sure I didn't have any debt when I graduated. I don't want her shelling out anymore money for me." I said.

"Wait, you're rich?" Izzy asked and I laughed.

"I'm well off, but I don't consider any of that money mine. My mom earned it all on her own, and I hate taking it. I feel like I'm using her." I said and she nodded.

"I think I can help you get a job." She said and my eyes lit up.

"Really?" I asked and she nodded.

"My older brother words at IHS, he's actually how I got my job. I could see if they're hiring and put in a good word for you." She said and I jumped out of my seat and pulled her into a hug.

"Thank you thank you thank you. I can't tell you how much this means to me." I said and she laughed.

"No problem. It'll be nice to have another friend in the staff. I mean, I have my brother, but the other teachers are kinda petty, and annoying." She said and I laughed. The rest of the lunch went by perfectly, and I couldn't even begin to describe how much weight Izzy lifted off my shoulders, I just hoped her brother had good news, and that I get the job.

End Of Flashback

That was almost 4 years ago, and I've been at Idris High School ever since, and loving every minute of it. Idris gave me a lot more than just a job though. When I got the job I immediately called Izzy and we both freaked out together, and she told me that we would go out to celebrate, and she would bring her brother so that I knew another teacher there. I was stoked to have a job, and to be working with someone as friendly and amazing as Izzy. I knew it was going to be a great job, and I wasn't disappointed. Izzy told me to meet her at a local club, and at first I was skeptical, cause I'm not much of a clubber, but she said it would be fun, so I thought, why not? And again, it was another decision that I made that I wasn't disappointed in, and to this day, when I think back to that night, I still got butterflies.

Flashback:

I got to the club and immediately started looking for Izzy. She told me she would be by the bar, and I was squeezing my way through people, and being only 5 feet tall, made it a little bit of a challenge, but when I finally got there, I noticed that Izzy was standing with Simon, and than a tall guy, who literally spewed gorgeousness. I walked over and when Izzy saw me she pulled me into a hug.

"Clary, this is my brother Jace. He's a 12th grade AP calculus teacher at IHS." Izzy said a little louder than normal to be heard over the music.

"Wow. You must be smart!" I said to him and he smiled, and I swear I could have melted right than and there.

"I'm above average in math." He said trying to downplay his intelligence, but I took calc in high school, and I was miserable at it, so him being an AP calculus teacher was insanely impressive to me.

"Clary is going to be the 11th grade honors English teacher." Izzy told Jace as he nodded. "She's taking over for Starkweather."

"Thank god. I was afraid he was going to die every single day last year. I never understood why he wouldn't retire." Jace said and I laughed.

"Sometimes people just want to work themselves to death." I said and Jace smiled and nodded.

"Simon and I are going to go dance order a drink and let loose. Tonight we celebrate you!" She said as she grabbed Simon and pulled him towards the dance floor.

"That poor guy." Jace said and I smiled and looked at him. "He's so far gone, Izzy could make him do whatever she wants."

"He's always been that way." I said and Jace nodded.

"How long have you known him?" Jace asked.

"Since we were 7." I said. "I was always able to get him to dress up for my tea parties or get him to sit in my classes where I taught him how to draw. It's just the type of person he is." I explained and Jace laughed.

"What would you like to drink?" Jace asked. "Strawberry daiquiri?" He said and my nose scrunched which caused him to smile.

"I don't do fruity drinks. I'll stick to beer." I said and his smiled got bigger.

"My kind of woman." He said. "Two coronas!" Jace told the bartender who nodded and grabbed two bottles, popped the caps and handed them to us.

"Thank you. You didn't have to do that." I said.

"Didn't you hear Iz? Tonight we are celebrating you." He said as he raised his bottle. "To getting your first big girl job." He said and I laughed as I clinked out bottles together. Tonight was going to be a fun night, I knew it.

End Of Flashback

I didn't know it that night, but something blossomed between Jace and I. of course I was excited back than to feel like someone who was as handsome as him wanted someone average like me, was amazing, but I never imagined that it would grow into what it is today. I mean, I'm still at IHS, Jace and I have been together for 3 ½ years, and about 5 months ago we bought our first house. Everything seemed surreal, but I wouldn't trade it for the world.

"Who is leaving first?" Jace asked as he walked out of the bathroom and back into our bedroom.

"I left first yesterday, so it's your turn." I said. He nodded, walked over to me, and peeked my cheek. We kept our love life out of the high school because we didn't want anyone knowing our business. Of course Izzy knew, but we were super professional at work, and sometimes it sucked, we'd sit together in the teachers lounge and eat lunch and keeping my hands to myself was tough, but we both agreed it would be for the best. I mean, we drove two cars to work, that's how dedicated we were to keeping our relationship out of the prying eyes of the faculty and the students.

"Sounds good." Jace said. I stood up and pressed my lips to his, and I felt him smile in the middle of it.

"See you at lunch?" I asked and he simply nodded. He grabbed his jacket, and I grabbed my heels and we both headed out to our cars. Jace got in his and pulled out of the driveway, and I waited about 5 minutes before pulling out myself. When I pulled up to the school Jace was getting out of his car. I parked a couple spots away and got out myself and Jace winked at me, which caused me to blush.

"Good morning Miss. Fray." Jace said.

"Good morning Mr. Herondale." I replied and we started walking together. Pretending to be friends with my boyfriend was strange, but we didn't have to avoid each other to keep our relationship private, other wise that would be weird.

We walked into the school and my classroom was first, which was nice because Jace loved walking me to my classroom. I stopped and Jace turned as he continued to walk backwards.

"See you later?" He asked. I nodded and he winked before turning back around and disappearing around the corner. I took a deep breath and walked into my classroom. I put my stuff down and waited for my homeroom to fill with the students.

Emma POV:

I walked into school, got my books from my locker and made my way to my homeroom. Miss. Fray was my teacher, and she was a pretty chill homeroom teacher, which was nice. It always sucked getting stuck with a strict teacher who didn't even let you talk. I was reading a book when Julian sat next to me and I closed the book and smiled.

"How's it going?" Julian asked.

"It's been 2 days since I've seen you Jules. It's going to same as it was on Friday." I said and he laughed.

"Forgive me for caring about my best friend." He said and I rolled my eyes. The room started filling up more, we had a pretty tiny homeroom class, so there weren't many kids, which was nice. Once the bell rang Miss. Fray stood up.

"Welcome back everyone. Hope you all had a great weekend. I know Monday's suck, so I'm just going to take roll, and than talk amongst yourselves." She said. "Okay. Annabel Blackthorn?" She called.

"Here." She called.

"Ava Leigh?" Miss. Fray said.

"Here." She said.

"Belinda Belle?" She called.

"Here." She said.

"Cameron Ashdown?" Miss. Fray called.

"Here." He said.

"Casper Sterling?" Miss Fray said.

"Here." He said.

"Cristina Rosales?" Miss. Fray called.

"Here." She said.

"Diana Wrayburn?" Miss. Fray said.

"Emma Carstairs?" She called.

"Here." I said.

"Gwyn ap Nudd?" She called.

"Here." She said.

"Johnny Rook?" She called.

"Here." He said.

"Julian Blackthorn?" She called.

"Here." Jules said.

"Malcolm Fade?" Miss. Fray called.

"Here." He said.

"And last but not least, Stanley Wells?" She called.

"Here." He said. She nodded and marked off the last kid.

"I will never understand why this school alphabetizes based on first name." She said as she shook her had and sat back down. The class went back to talking and I turned towards Julian, Annabel, and Diana.

"You know who I totally ship?" Diana said.

"Who?" I asked.

"Miss. Fray and Mr. Herondale." She said.

"Why?" I asked.

"I don't know. I just think they would look super cute together. I mean, don't you see them walking in the hallway together? Their height difference it totally cute, and they always just seem to be smiling around each other." She explained. "I just think out of all the teachers here, they would be the cutest together."

"I don't know, I just get the friends vibe from them." Julian said.

"Why would anyone just be friends with Mr. Herondale?" Annabel said. "He's hot."

"Gross Anna." Julian said and she laughed.

"What? Half the school thinks so." Annabel said.

"He's like 30 years old." Julian said.

"He is not that old." I said.

"Wanna bet?" Julian said.

"I am a betting girl." I said, and he smiled a wicked smile.

"You have to buy me dinner if I'm right." Julian said.

"And if you're wrong?" I asked.

"Won't happen." Julian said in a cocky tone. "I have him next period. I'll ask."

"You're so on, and if you are wrong, you'll never hear the end of it." I said and Julian laughed.

"I know." He said and the bell rang. We all got up and started walking through the hallway. We got to Mr. Herondale's room and stopped momentarily. "See you ladies at lunch." Julian winked and than we continued walking.

"When are you going to grow some balls and ask my cousin out?" Annabel asked and I almost stopped dead in my tracks.

"What are you talking about?" I asked.

"Please. The sexual tension between you two is so high." Annabel said.

"There is no sexual tension." I defended and she scoffed. "Plus, he might not even like me." I said.

"Julian is a guy, he's pretty oblivious to most things, and that includes his own feelings. Make the first move. It's the 21st century. Who says we have to wait for the men to make the first move?" She said and I smiled.

"I'll think about it." I said and she stopped in front of Mr. Morgenstern's classroom.

"That's all I'm asking." She said before she disappeared. I made my way to gym, which I dreaded having first period, and I couldn't stop thinking about what Annabel said, and I just wasn't sure what to do.

Julian POV:

I walked into the room and took my normal seat in the front. Math wasn't my worst subject, since I was in AP calc, but if I wasn't sitting in the front, I would get distracted. Mr. Herondale was sitting in at his desk reading something over when I cleared my throat and he looked up.

"What can I do for you Julian?" He asked.

"I was just curious. How old are you?" I asked and he laughed.

"Trying to take my job?" He asked and I shook my head.

"I was just curious about who was the youngest teacher at this school." I said trying to make it sound less creepy.

"I'm 32." He said. "I believe the youngest teacher at this school is Miss. Fray." He said and I nodded.

"Do you know how old she is?" I asked trying to make it sound like I was interested but really I was just happy that I won the bet.

"She got this job after she got out of college, so she's around the age of 27." He said and I nodded.

"Thanks." I said and he nodded and more kids entered the room. I was pumped to get to lunch where I could tell Emma that she was completely wrong, and win that dinner.

When lunch rolled around I practically skipped into lunch and sat down at the table with Emma, Diana, and Annabel.

"Why do you look so happy?" Annabel asked.

"Because Miss. Emma here owes me a dinner." I said and her jaw dropped.

"No way." She said and I laughed.

"Mr. Herondale is 32 years old." I said and they all looked shocked.

"He doesn't look that old." Diana said.

"I'm just telling you what he said to me. And Emma owes me dinner." I said with a smile.

"Fine. Taki's. Friday night after the football game." She said and I smiled and nodded. I grabbed my apple out of my bag and started to eat while the girls were talking about something that I wasn't paying attention too. It was nice being right.

Time Jump – Later That Night

Jace POV:

I got home and kicked off my shoes and made my way into the kitchen to start dinner. Clary got home a couple minutes after me and I heard her heels clicking until I felt arms wrap around my waist.

"How was your day?" I asked as I turned around.

"It was alright. My students aren't enjoying the poetry part of the class, but I expected that. Poetry is for a certain type of person." She said and I nodded. "How was your day?"

"It was alright. I had to tell 4 students that they were currently failing my class. They looked bummed but like they don't do their homework, and they don't do well on the tests, so I don't really know what they were expecting." I said and she laughed.

"That really sucks." She said and I nodded.

"I can only do so much. If they don't want to take the time to learn the differential equations, that's on them not me." I said and Clary laughed.

"Even after 4 years, I still don't know what that means." She said and I laughed.

"And I still don't hold it against you." I said and she smiled and I pressed my lips to hers.

"What's for dinner?" She asked.

"I was going to make stuffed peppers." I said and she smiled.

"Sounds good. I'm going to go take a shower." She said and I nodded. She left the kitchen and after a few moments I heard the water start running, and the music started. I couldn't help the smile that spread across my face. I loved every moment of life with Clary, and I was planning on asking her to marry me this weekend, and I couldn't wait.

Time Jump – Friday Night

Emma POV:

I was sitting in the bleachers freezing my ass off waiting for this game to start. Annabel was with me, and Diana was down on the field cheering. I enjoyed coming to the games because I loved supporting my friends, but sometimes it is just too cold for me, and it sucked. The team came running out lead by Julian. That kid was all jock, but not the stupid kid. It was kind of annoying that he was able to balance his school work, plus being an athlete.

"Oh shit, did you see that?" I heard Annabel say and I snapped out of my head.

"What happened?" I asked.

"Diana was dropped. Hard." She said and I looked at the cheerleaders and Diana was on the ground.

"I hope she's okay." I said and Annabel nodded.

"Ladies and gentleman, welcome to Idris High Schools rivalry game against Alicante High School." The announcer said and the crowd went wild. Football was pretty huge at this school, and I couldn't blame them for being so hype. I looked down at the field and Julian was talking to Mr. Herondale, who just so happened to be the defensive end coach. I mean, insanely smart, and athletic? Whoever gets him is one lucky lady. We stood for the national anthem, and than the captains took the field and the game was underway. I was excited to go out to dinner with Julian after this, but it wasn't going to be fun if they lost, and I was just praying that didn't happen.

Time Jump – End Of Game

Jace POV:

"Watch number 18!" I yelled at the defensively line got into their positions. There was 2 minutes left in the game and we were tied 27-27. This game was a huge deal for the school, and I'll be damned if I let number 18 get the better of my boys. He was headed to Army for football next year, and you could tell he was going somewhere.

The ball was snapped and quarterback got the ball and was looking around. Our defense was doing a great job as blocking, and making sure that nobody was left opened, but that didn't mean that we were out of the woods. It was the 4th down, so I knew they were going to try anything they could. He finally found an opening and threw the ball. The receiver was on the 35 yard line, and when he caught the football he was gone.

"Fuck." I muttered, because this wasn't good. When he got down to the 10 yard line I thought we were done for. But out of nowhere, Julian showed up and tackled him to the ground. The whole place went crazy and I took a huge breath. The other team called a time out and out boys made its way over to the sideline. "That's what I'm fucking talking about." I said as they made their way over to me. "Julian, you never disappoint." I said and they all got some water in them. When the timeout was over our defense got out there, but the other teams kicker was out there, and they were going for it.

They lined up and I held my breath. I was a competitive guy, and the last thing I wanted to do was lose to our rivals, but sometimes things happened, and I prayed that this wasn't that time. The kicker got ready, and the whistle blew. The ball was snapped, the kicker charged. He kicked the ball as hard as he could and I sucked in a breath, and the next thing I know it bounced out of goal post, and they missed. Our fans were going crazy, and our defensive line made their way over to the sideline.

The offense went out and was giving it their all. Everything about the way they were paying was amplified because this was their last chance to win. It was our 4th down, and we decided that we were going to go for that field goal. Our kicker made his way out to the field and yet again I held my breath. The ball was snapped, the kicker ran, and the ball was launched into the air, and went beautifully through the goal post, and the whole sideline and crowd went crazy. There was 15 seconds left that this point, and we knew we had won.

The other team came back out and my defensive line just pushed them father and father back until the game expired and the whole team rushed the field. We were hype. We shook hands with the team, and than huddled up and talked about next practice, and for them to stay out of trouble. Just because we had won, we didn't want them to go out and do something stupid.

By the time I got in the car and made my way home, I was exhausted. I didn't realize how emotionally draining this game was going to be, but I'm so thrilled that we won. When I walked in the house Clary was sitting in the living room, bundled under the blankets, with some hot tea watching a movie. She had come down with a cold, and didn't want to risk sitting in the cold. I made my way over to her and she smiled up at me, and I kissed her forehead.

"How was the game?" She asked and I took a seat next to her.

"We won. 30-27." I said.

"Damn. That was close." She said and I laughed.

"It was a nerve wracking game, but the boys pulled it out, and I'm super proud of them." I said and she nodded. "How are you feeling?"

"I have a headache, but that's about it." She said and I nodded.

"You take medicine?" I asked.

"Yea. I took some NyQuil about 30 minutes ago. I'm waiting for it to kick in." She said and I smiled.

"Does that mean I get the honor of carrying you to bed?" I asked.

"Potentially." She said and I put my arm around her and she leaned into me. People always said Clary and I were basically married already, but I couldn't wait to make it official. I couldn't wait to see her planning our wedding, and having a countdown until the day. It was all exciting to me, and something I have wanted since my first date with Clary.

Time Jump – Tomorrow Night

Emma POV:

My family and I were going out to dinner tonight, and I had to dress extra nice. It was some fancy restaurant that I normally wouldn't ever be seen in, it was my parent's anniversary, and it had been 30 years so they wanted to make it special, which I thought was sweet.

When we walked in we were seated immediately. After a looked at the menu, I knew what I was getting immediately so I decided to just look around the restaurant and try and guess what everyone was doing there, and that's when Mrs. Lewis caught my eye. She was sitting at a table with her husband, but it seemed like they were waiting for someone else. I kept my eyes on them, because I'm just a curious child until two people walked in holding hands. My jaw immediately dropped when I noticed that it was Mr. Herondale, and Miss. Fray. I couldn't believe it. Annabel was actually right. They were a thing, and they did look cute together. Mrs. Lewis got up and hugged them both, and they took a seat and I excused myself and went to the bathroom where I called Annabel, and conferenced Diana in.

"What is this all about Emma?" Annabel asked. "Ew Julian get off me." She said and I laughed.

"I thought I heard you say Emma's name." I heard him say and I couldn't help but smile.

"I'm on the phone with her right now dickhead." She said.

"Why didn't you call me?" Julian asked.

"This is kinda girl talk. You won't be interested." I said.

"How do you know?" He asked.

"Fine, you can stay." I said.

"Anyway, what's up Em? I thought you went out to dinner tonight." Diana said.

"I am. And I was looking around the restaurant when I spotted Mrs. Lewis." I explained.

"You mean the guidance counselor?" Annabel asked.

"Yes. She is with her husband but it looked like they were waiting for more people so I kept watching and guess who walked in?" I asked.

"I give up." Annabel said.

"Mr. Herondale, and Miss. Fray!" I said.

"You're shitting me?" Diana said.

"No! And they were holding hands! They are totally a couple. I mean, who comes to this fancy of a restaurant if they aren't dating?" I said.

"I knew they would look good together." Annabel said and I laughed.

"Keep us updated on the rest of the night!" Diana said.

"Will do! Now, I should get back before my parents think I fell in." I said and they all laughed.

"Of course. Let us know when you're done, and we'll come over and gossip." Annabel said and I laughed. I hung up the phone and made my way out to my table, and couldn't keep my eyes off Mr. Herondale and Miss. Fray.

Clary POV:

We were sitting down and eating and talking and having an amazing time. I loved getting together with Izzy and Simon. We don't hang out as much as I'd like to, but we were all busy, but made sure we got together every now and than.

When dinner was done, it was on to desert. Jace had ordered Champaign for the table, which confused me because that's normally when someone is celebrating, and it's not like either of us got a promotion, or anything like that, but Jace knew what he was doing, so I just went along with it. Jace poured us all a glass and we all took a sip. Jace abruptly stood up and cleared his throat.

"There is something I've wanted to do for awhile." Jace said as he looked at me and reached out for my hands. I grabbed them and he pulled me up. "I love you more than I ever thought possible Clary." He said and my eyes began to tear. "You mean everything to me, and I don't know what I'd do without you in my life. I've know you were the one since our first date, and each day together just proves it again and again to me." He said. He reached in his pocket and pulled out a box before dropping to one knee. My hands flew over my mouth and he smiled. "You are everything to me, and I want to spend the rest of my life with you. Will you marry me Clarissa Fray?" He asked and I started crying.

"Yes." I choked out. He slid the ring on my finger and scooped me into his arms. The people around us were clapping, and I looked at my ring, and couldn't help but smile. I looked up at Jace and slammed my lips to his. I couldn't wait to spend the rest of my life with this man, and starting our own family together.

Emma POV:

I think my jaw hit the floor when I saw Mr. Herondale drop to one knee. I couldn't believe that they had been together long enough for them to be getting engaged, and I was completely stunned that I didn't even notice my parents looking at me with a weird expression.

"What's wrong Emma?" My mom asked.

"Those two people who just got engaged, they are teachers at my school." I said and they both looked behind them to look at Mr. Herondale and Miss. Fray embracing.

"That's lovely." My mom said. "Do you know how long they've been together?" She asked.

"I didn't even know they were together. At school they just act like colleagues." I said and she nodded.

"They are just probably keeping it professional." My dad said. I simply nodded because I really couldn't believe that they were engaged. Dinner went by slowly, and when we finally got home, I texted my friends to come over and hang out. Annabel and Diana were planning on staying the night but Julian was just coming over to hear what happened, and I couldn't wait to see their reactions.

My bedroom door opened and in walked Annabel, Diana and Julian. Annabel took her signature place on my chair, and Diana sat on the bed with me, while Julian leaned against the dresser.

"Spill." Diana said and I laughed.

"They got engaged." I said.

"What?" Diana, Annabel, and Julian all said at the same time.

"They got engaged. Mr. Herondale got down on one knee, and popped the question and Miss. Fray said yes." I said. "It was shocking."

"Wow. I didn't expect that." Julian said. "Explains why he knew Miss. Frays age."

"What do you mean?" Diana asked.

"Well, when I went to find out his age, I had to make something up, so I said I was trying to figure out the youngest teacher at the school." He said and we all nodded. "After he told me his age, I decided to ask who was the youngest to make my case more believable, and he said Miss. Fray, and when I asked her age, he told me."

"Wow. I can't believe they're getting married. It'll be harder for them to keep their relationship a secret now. Miss. Fray is going to be Mrs. Herondale soon and she can't hide that." Annabel said and we all laughed.

Julian stayed at my house until nearly 1 am when he decided that he needed to get home. Since Annabel drove him to my house, he was taking her care home with him and told her that she could call when she needed a ride back to her house. I offered to walk him to the door and when we got outside we both lingered on my porch for a little.

"Listen Julian, I was wondering if you'd like to go out with me sometime." I said finally biting the bullet and putting myself out there.

"You mean like on a date?" He asked and I bit my lip but nodded anyway. I knew I could be rejected but Annabel was right, I needed to make this first move.

"Yes." I finally said and I could tell that he was shocked.

"I don't think it would be a good idea Em." He said and I shook my head.

"It's fine. I just thought I'd ask." I said a lot faster than intended.

"Emma….." He said but I held my hand up.

"I just thought it was time that I finally owned up to my feelings. I took a chance." I said and I gave him a sad smile. "Have a good night Julian." I said as I opened my front door.

"Emma." He said again and I turned around.

"Goodnight." I said again and closed the door. I stood there for a moment before I heard the car start and than the tears started. I walked back up to my room where Diana and Annabel were laughing until they saw me.

"What happened Emma?" Diana asked.

"I took your advice and asked him out." I said towards Annabel. "He doesn't think it's a good idea."

"Oh hun." Annabel said. "I'm so sorry. My cousin can be a real dick." She said and I laughed.

"It's okay. I put myself out there, and he didn't seem to want to do the same. I'll bounce back." I said and they both gave me a hug. They went back to talking as I sat on my bed and thought about how to accept that Julian didn't want to even try to see what could happen between us, but at the end of the night that was on him, not me, and I had to remember that.

Time Jump – Next Day

Julian POV:

Annabel texted me and asked me to pick her up at 2. I got in her car and made my way to Emma's and I couldn't get what she asked out of my head. I mean, she wanted to go on a date with me. I didn't see that coming. I pulled up to the house and Annabel and Diana were standing next to her car talking, while Emma was nowhere to be found. I got out of the car and stood up when I finally caught a glimpse of Emma. She was talking to her neighbor, a boy who was clearly flirting with her. He is 22. I didn't realize I was staring until I heard someone snap their fingers. I looked over and Annabel was standing at the car now. I was about to say something when I heard Emma laugh. I looked back over and she was smiling and laughing while her hand rested on her neighbors arm.

"Let's go." I said and Annabel got in the car and I pulled out of that driveway as fast as I could.

"I don't know why you're so upset. You turned her down." Annabel said after a moment and I looked at her.

"How do you know?" I asked.

"Are you serious? Emma came back upstairs crying after you left." She said and I felt awful. "She put herself out there, and all you had to say was you didn't think it was going to work?" She asked and I shrugged. "Well guess what cuz, you never know what will work unless you test it out."

"I don't need relationship advice from you." I hissed and she laughed.

"Evidently you do if you can't even see how much you mean to Emma, and how crushed she was when you rejected her." She said.

"I didn't reject her." I said defensively.

"Than what did you do exactly?" Annabel asked.

"I was caught off guard." I said. "I wasn't expecting her to ask me out."

"So why not just say 'wow this is unexpected, but sure Em, let's go out'?" She asked.

"I don't know okay?" I said honestly.

"Well, get used to that. Cause I don't know how observant you are, but Emma has a lot of suitors at school, and she has only had eyes for you for so long. Don't get pissed off because she finally decided to move on." Annabel said and I turned up the radio because I didn't want to hear anymore. When we got back to my house, I got out and Annabel moved to the drivers side drove away. I thought about what she said and sighed. I had to talk to Emma tomorrow.

Time Jump – Tomorrow

Julian POV:

I walked into homeroom prepared to talk to Emma. When I got there though she wasn't in the room and I took my seat and waited. The class started filling up, but Emma was nowhere to be seen. Annabel and Diana walked in and took their normal seats.

"Where is Emma?" I asked.

"Why do you care?" Annabel shot back.

"I need to talk to her." I said impatiently.

"I haven't talked to her since yesterday. She isn't answering my calls." Diana said. I took my phone out and texted Emma.

To Emma:

We really need to talk Em. Please.

I was staring at my phone so intensely, waiting for her to text me back but she never did. The announcements started, but they didn't sound the same as they normally do.

"Attention all students, and faculty. There will be a mandatory assembly now. Please make your way down to the gymnasium." He said.

"Alright students, let's go." Miss. Fray said and we all made our way to the gym. When we got there everyone was extremely confused because this wasn't scheduled. After everyone got settled the principal made his way to the middle of the floor and turned the mic on.

"Thank you all for meeting me here on such short notice." He said. "As you all know, there has been a string of home invasions in the past month, and everyone has been put on high alert to suspicious activity, and to make sure all security systems are updated." He said. "Last night, another home invasion took place, and two lives were taken." He said and the ambiance changed in the gym. "Last night, at around 3 in the morning, the Carstairs residence was broken into." He said and my heart broke. I only had one person on my mind. Emma. "There was nothing anyone could do. Mr. and Mrs. Carstairs were found in their living room, unresponsive and Emma was found covered in their blood. I'm told there will be a memorial service later this week. Details will be provided when I know more. Thank you." He said and everyone started moving accept Annabel, Diana and I. the gym was empty, but we continued to sit there until Miss. Fray came up.

"Kids, I think it would be beneficial to go to Mrs. Lewis's office and wait for your parents. They've been called." She said. Annabel and Diana stood up and started walking but I was frozen.

"Come on Jules, we have to go." Annabel said.

"I need to see Emma." I said. "I need to see her right now."

"And you will." I heard and my parents were standing in the gym. "We'll take you to the police station right now." They said and I nodded. I gave my keys to my mom and got in the car with my dad. The drive was silent, but I didn't have any words. My best friend just lost her parents, and all I wanted to do with hold her in my arms and never let her go.

When we got there I ran inside to see Officer Lightwood talking to Emma. She looked completely void of emotion, and I couldn't blame her. I knew I shouldn't interrupt them, but I needed Emma to know that I was there for her.

"Emma." I said and she looked over and me and her eyes filled with tears. I took a step forward and she was running towards me. She flung herself and me and I caught her and I just felt her let go. She was sobbing and I just held her tighter. I don't know how long I stood there with her in my arms, but I never wanted to let her go. Finally, I put her back on her feet and I looked into her chocolate brown eyes. "I'm so sorry."

"They're gone Jules." She sobbed and I pulled her into me.

"I know." I said and I just wanted to do so much for her, but I was helpless, and it was the worst feeling in the world.

"Excuse me Officer Lightwood." I heard my dad ask. "What's going to happen to her?"

"Since she's only 17, she will be sent to her closest living relatives." Officer Lightwood said.

"And where is that?" I asked.

"Nebraska." Emma said.

"No. They can't take you away. We were supposed to graduate together." I said.

"I don't turn 18 until the end of the year. They can't turn a blind eye to that." Emma said.

"Please Officer Lightwood. She's a senior. Her friends are here. Don't make her become the new kid halfway through the year." I pleaded.

"My hands are tied son." Officer Lightwood said. "It would be up to her relatives."

"When do they get in?" I asked. And the door of the police station opened.

"Now." Emma said and I looked behind me and there stood two people. "Hi Uncle Jem and Aunt Tessa." Emma said and they walked over to her and hugged her.

"We are so sorry sweetheart." Her aunt said.

"Thanks." Emma said.

"Come on, we'll pack and get on the next flight to Nebraska." Her uncle said and I just couldn't let her leave.

"Please don't take her." I said and they looked at me. "Please. She's a senior in high school. All her friends are here. Don't take that away from her, she's already lost so much."

"I think the best thing for Emma would be to come with us." Her aunt said.

"The best thing for Emma is to be here with me." I said confidently. "She needs to be surrounded by her friends."

"We can't just leave our homes in Nebraska." Her uncle said.

"You don't have too." I said. "My older sister just moved in with her girlfriend." I said. "Emma can have her old room."

"Jules." Emma said.

"No Em. I refuse to lose you before I even got the chance to have you." I said and her eyes widened. "I can't lose you Emma. You haven't talked to me in like 24 hours, and I was already starting to panic. I don't know why I was so blind before but I'm not anymore." I said. "Yes, I will go out on that date with you. I should have just said that in the beginning."

"Please don't be saying this just because you feel sorry for me." Emma said as her eyes filled with tears.

"I'm not. I swear on the angel I'm not Em." I said as I walked over to her and caressed her cheek. I put our foreheads together and I heard her laugh, and it was music to my ears.

"I'm not sure I'm comfortable with my niece staying with someone she's romantically involved with." He aunt said.

"I have a solution for that." My dad stepped in before I could. "My sister lives near by. Her daughter goes to school with Emma and Julian. Emma and her are actually great friends. Their oldest just moved out as well, they have a spare room that Emma is more than welcome too."

"Are you serious?" Emma said and my dad smiled.

"You are a staple in this family. Nobody would be the same without you here." He said and Emma walked over and hugged him.

"Thank you Mr. Blackthorn." She said and my dad smiled.

"You really want to stay here Emma?" Her aunt asked.

"I love you Aunt Tessa, and I love you Uncle Jem, but I think this is right where I need to be." Emma said and they smiled.

"Of course sweetheart." Her aunt said, and I could have jumped for joy. "We'll stay for a week, or so to get everything worked out, and sign papers for you to stay or whatever."

"Thank you guys. For coming all this way and respecting my decision." Emma said.

"No matter what sweetie, your opinions, and what you think is best for you is the most important to us. If you needed to just get away, we'd put you on the first plane out of this town, but you want, and need to stay, and we respect that." Her uncle said.

"What do we have to sign?" Her aunt said and Officer Lightwood started talking, but I simply pulled Emma close and kissed the top of her head. I knew she was going to have a rocky grieving period, but I was going to be there every step of the way.

Time Jump – One Week Later

Clary POV:

Jace and I were walking into Java Jones when I spotted Emma and Julian in the corner. I looked up and Jace and pressed my lips to his cheek.

"I'll be right back." I said as I pointed to Emma and Julian. "You know what I like?" I asked he laughed.

"I better after 4 years together." He said and I smiled before walking towards Emma and Julian.

"Hi guys." I said and they looked up at me.

"Hi Miss. Fray." They both said.

"How are you two doing?" I asked.

"Getting by." Emma said and I nodded.

"Given our circumstances, we're doing okay." Julian said as he reached his hand across the table and took Emma's hand in his.

"That's really good to hear. I never got the chance to talk to you at your parents memorial, and I know you haven't been in school." I said and she nodded. "It sucks now, but I promise you, lean on your friends, and don't be afraid to show weakness. You're vulnerable right now, and that's nothing to be ashamed of."

"I think that might be the single most honest and helpful response I've gotten throughout this whole process." Emma said and I laughed.

"Saying 'I'm sorry' only goes so far. It doesn't replace the hurt, and it certainly doesn't make things any easier." I said and she nodded. At that moment Jace walked up with my coffee and handed to me as he snaked his arm around my waist.

"Hey kids." Jace said.

"Hey coach." Julian said.

"Listen Em, I know what you're going through." Jace said and I leaned into him. "I lost my parents when I was really young. I know the emotions you're feeling, and if you ever need to talk, I'm here to listen and help in anyway I can." Jace offered.

"Thanks Mr. Herondale." Emma said. "Also, congratulations on the engagement." Emma said and my jaw dropped.

"How did you know?" I asked.

"Well, you are wearing a pretty nice rock on your finger." She said and I blushed. "Plus, I was at the restaurant when you popped the question."

"How did I do?" Jace asked and I playfully slapped his chest.

"Very well. Once I got over the initial shock of you two being together, let alone getting engaged, I was very impressed." She said and I smiled.

"Good to know." Jace said.

"Yea, cause the applause wasn't approval enough." I said and he laughed.

"It was very romantic, and beautifully executed. I can't imagine anyone saying no to a declaration of love that's handled as well as you handled it." Emma said and I smiled.

"You have a way with your words." I said. "You're going to make an excellent English major in college."

"You want to be an English major?" Julian asked.

"I kinda just decided at the beginning of this year." Emma admitted. "Miss. Fray made me fall in love with the subject, and I want to become an author."

"That's amazing." Julian said and I just couldn't help but smile.

"Well, it's great seeing you two." I said. "But we must get going. I'll see you two in homeroom on Monday."

"See you Miss. Fray, Mr. Herondale." Emma said.

"Later coach." Julian said and Jace grabbed my hand and we walked out of the coffee shop and too our car.

"You think they'll be okay?" I asked once we got settled and drove away.

"I think they'll have a tough road ahead of them. Emma is going to be grieving for years, and sometimes it's going to hit her and it's going to hit her hard, but as long as she doesn't shut herself off from everyone, I think she'll get through it just fine." Jace explained. "Especially with Julian's help."

"Why do you say that?" I asked curiously.

"Because that look in his eyes when he looks at Emma, means he'd do anything in the world for her." Jace said.

"How do you know that?" I asked.

"Because it's the same way I look at you." He said and I got the biggest smile on my face. I leaned over the counsel and gave Jace and kiss on the cheek. I held onto his hand the entire way home, and couldn't stop thinking about the amazing future we had ahead of us.

Authors Note:

Okay, so this one was requested by TMIShips4LIfe, and I really enjoyed writing this one shot. I loved writing with another couple, but also making Clary and Jace a focal point as well! I know people might not be a family of Emma and Julian, but I felt like this story couldn't be created without another couple simply because the request was about students at the high school shipping them. Please let me know what you think and leave a review! I hope that I lived up to the expectations, and made you happy! :)

(Also, there is another fanfic that I wrote that titled 'Teacher' but this one is titled 'Teachers' with and S because they are both teachers! Just wanted to clarify that! Anyway, enjoy!)