Ninety Third One Shot:

Dancer

Jace POV:

I was in the waiting room waiting for Brooklyn's dance class to end. Naturally I'm the only father in the room and the other moms just sit there and stare at me. I've gotten used to it but to this day I'm still not sure if the stares are because I'm the only dad, or because of my stunningly good looks, which I obviously know about.

I tried Brooklyn in a couple different things. Soccer, softball, gymnastics, but she loved dancing, and I wasn't going to deny her the chance to do what she loves. The class starting filing out but I didn't see Brooklyn anywhere. I walked into the dance studio and she was talking with her teacher. I stood off to the side until she was done. When she looked up and saw me she immediately ran over to me.

"Daddy!" She said and I scooped her into my arms.

"Hi princess, how was dance?" I asked as I walked us to my car.

"Great! Guess what's happening next week?" She said excitedly.

"What's happening?" I asked as I put her in the car.

"A famous dancer is coming in to teach us for the week!" She said and I smiled.

"That's great baby." I said and she nodded. I closed the door and walked to the front. "How about we go and get some celebratory ice cream?" I asked.

"Yes!" She cheered and I smiled. I made my way to the ice cream parlor. We walked in and of course Brooklyn wanted cookies and cream, and I got my normal chocolate. We sat in a booth and Brooklyn told me all about her class, and how much fun she was having. Just seeing the light in her eyes when she talked about dance made me feel like I was doing alright as a father. I may be doing this all on my own, but Brooklyn was happy, and that's all I could ever hope for.

Time Jump – One Week Later

Jace POV:

"Brooklyn, we're going to be late if you don't get down here right now!" I yelled and I heard the soft sounds of running feet front upstairs.

"I'm sorry daddy. I wanted to look my best." She said and I looked at her and she was wearing her favorite pink tutu, and I couldn't help but smile.

"You look beautiful baby." I said and she ran into my legs. "But let's go. I don't want Miss. Aline to yell at me again for making you late." I said and she giggled.

We got to the studio in record time and we ran in and everyone was already there. I walked her into the studio and put her bag against the back wall, when I spotted the most beautiful redhead I've ever seen in my life. She was talking to Aline and a couple of the other students. Brooklyn was standing by the mirror looking at her in awe, and I realized that she was the professional dancer Brooklyn was talking about. I walked over and kneeled down in front of her and gave her a kiss.

"I'll be back before it's over. I just have to run a few errands." I said and she nodded.

"Can you do my hair before you leave?" She asked and I noticed that it wasn't done at all.

"Of course baby." I said but I didn't have a hair tie. "Uh, give me a second." I said and I went to Aline. "Aline." I said and the two women stopped talking. "I'm sorry for interrupting, but while rushing to get Brooklyn here, I forgot a hair tie. Do you have an extra one?" I asked.

"I do." The redhead said. She slipped one off her wrist and gave it to me. "I can do her hair if you want me too." She said and I smiled.

"It's okay. I've mastered it over the years." I said and she smiled. I walked back over to Brooklyn and kneeled in front of her. "What will it be today princess?" I asked and she smiled.

"French braid!" She said.

"Your wish is my command." I said and she turned around and sat on the floor and I started braiding her hair. Thank god for YouTube videos because without them, I wouldn't even be able to do a ponytail, but the moment I knew I was having a daughter, I knew I was going to have to do some research.

Clary POV:

After I handed the hair tie to the man, he went back over to his daughter and started French braiding her hair. I'm not going to lie, I was pretty impressed. Most men couldn't even put a girls hair into a ponytail. I was in a daze when I felt someone tap my arm. I looked over and Aline was smiling.

"Impressed?" She asked and I nodded. "He's the most dedicated parent here." She said. "Comes to ever recital, fixes costumes when they need some fixing, bakes for our bake sales, and never misses a deadline, and always makes sure Brooklyn is here." She said.

"That's amazing." I said. "I wish my dad was that involved. My mom always took me to everything." I said.

"Being a single parent doesn't give you that kind of leeway." She said and I looked back over at the man. He was finished French braiding her hair and he was hugging her. They kissed and than he left. I smiled at the interaction between the two. You could tell they were close.

"Alright kids, lets get ready for some hip hop!" Aline said and all the kids cheered. "I'd like to introduce you to a very special guest." She said as she pointed to me. "This is Clary Fray, and she's going to be here all week teaching you a hip hop routine, and at the end of the week we're going to perform it for your parents." Aline said and all the kids started cheering. "Take it away Clary." She said and I smiled.

"Hello kids!" I said. "Like Miss. Aline said, my name is Clary and I'm going to teach you a hip hop routine today!" I said and they smiled. "Who loves hip hop?" I asked and they all raised their hands. "Who do you think is the best hip hop dancer in this group?" I asked, and they all pointed to the same little girl who I was just watching earlier. "What's your name sweetie?" I asked.

"Brooklyn Herondale!" She said and I smiled.

"And can anyone tell me why they think Brooklyn is the best hip hop dancer?" I asked and a few kids raised their hands. "Yes, what's your name sweetie?" I asked a little girl.

"My name is Kimmy!" She said and I smiled.

"Well Kimmy, why do you think Brooklyn is the best hip hop dancer?" I asked.

"She always picks up the dance before everyone else." She said and I smiled.

"Brooklyn, why do you think you friends think you're the best hip hop dancer?" I asked and she smiled.

"I don't know. I do pick up the dances pretty quickly, but I go home and practice with my daddy after class!" She said and I couldn't help but picture what that must look like. "But I think we're all really good! Some people are just better at different styles. Like I can't tap dance to save my life, but Suzzie is a really good tap dancer!" She said as she pointed to a girl, whom I'm assuming is Suzzie and she smiled.

"Thanks Brookie!" She said and Brooklyn smiled.

"Such a diplomat." I smiled and clearly they didn't know what they meant, so I just moved on. "Okay, why don't you all stand up and spread out and we'll start learning this dance!" I said and they all stood up and spread out. I started teaching them the dance moves, and I was impressed. Normally 4 and 5 year olds need to be shown a move over and over again in order to remember it but this class was pretty good with that aspect which was cool because that meant that I could get through this dance and than we could practice. And I now knew why all the kids pointed to Brooklyn when I asked that question. She was a natural, and I could tell she loved it.

Time Jump – After Class

Jace POV:

I made it back just in time to pick Brooklyn up from class. I was running around like crazy all day because I was planning a surprise party for Brooklyn this weekend. Her birthday was Saturday, and she was going to be 5, and she was super excited to be a whole hand. Most of the kids were already leaving the studio when I walked in but Brooklyn, yet again, was nowhere to be found. I walked into the studio and her and the redhead were sitting on the ground talking. I went to the wall, and grabbed her bag and made my way over to them and took a seat behind Brooklyn, scooped her into my lap and she started laughing.

"Hi daddy." She said and I kissed her.

"Hi princess." I said and she smiled. "I'm Jace." I said as I extended my hand. "I borrowed your hair tie and never introduced myself." I said and she laughed.

"I'm Clary." She said as she took my hand in hers and electricity surged through my body. "You're daughter is really talented." She said and I smiled.

"She's a dancer at heart." I said and Brooklyn laughed.

"My daddy is a great dancer too." Brooklyn said and I laughed.

"Hardly baby, but thank you for the compliment." I said and she kissed my cheek.

"You're very welcome daddy." She said and I hugged her close to me.

"She is also very polite." Clary said and I smiled.

"Politeness can change the world." I said and she smiled.

"That's a great motto to live by." She said and I nodded.

"It works for us." I said. "Now, princess and I have a date to get too don't we baby?" I said and she laughed.

"Would you like to come along Clary? We get ice cream after every practice!" She said and I laughed.

"I don't want to intrude on a daddy daughter date." She said and I smiled.

"You're more than welcome to join." I said and she smiled.

"Than I'd love too." She said and Brooklyn cheered.

"We go to the ice cream parlor right down the street. It's called Carmallot." I said and she laughed.

"Clever." She said and I smiled.

"We thought so too." I said as I strapped Brooklyn in.

"See you soon Clary." Brooklyn said as I closed the door.

"Like Brooklyn said, see you soon." I said and she nodded. I got in the car and made our way to the ice cream parlor and a moment later Clary pulled up. We made our way inside and took our normal seat.

"Picked up a stray this time." Luke said and I laughed.

"You know how warm and welcoming Brooklyn can be." I said and he laughed.

"Will it be the usual for you two?" He asked and I nodded. "And what will this pretty lady have?" He asked.

"What's your best flavor?" She asked.

"Cookie and cream!" Brooklyn cheered and Clary laughed.

"How could I possibly say no to that?" Clary said and Luke laughed and walked away.

Brooklyn sat there and colored as Clary and I just watched. There wasn't really a lot for us to talk about, I mean we just met today, and Brooklyn was in her own little coloring world so she wasn't talking about how class was. I decided that we had too much silence so I thought I'd ask some general questions.

"So, how long have you been dancing?" I asked.

"Since I was 4." She said. "My mom tried me in other sports, but I just loved dancing, and I had so much energy that it worked."

"That's what I did with Brooklyn." I said. "I tried her in a bunch of things, but she was always dancing around the house, so I put her in dance and she loves it."

"She's very good." Clary said. "And she's so great with the other kids. She's always helping out."

"She loves helping." I said. "Doesn't really matter what the task is, if she can help she will."

"That's a great quality to have." She said and I nodded.

"She's going to change the world one day." I said as I smiled at my beautiful daughter.

"I have no doubt." Clary said.

"So, what made you come to California and teach my daughters class for a week?" I asked.

"Well, I have a pretty well known dance studio in Florida." She said. "And I created a pretty popular dancing competition show, and I'm a back up dancer for a bunch of different artist." She explained.

"Wow." I said and she smiled.

"I've gotten a lot of opportunities with my success, and I love giving back." She said. "So I go around to different studios and lend a hand, and hopefully inspire young dancers to continue to follow their dreams."

"That's great." I said and she nodded.

"I was told no a lot when I started trying to become a professional dancer." She said. "I almost quit, but I kept going because it was my dream to make it as a dancer, and I got there. I don't want other kids to give up because one person told them no."

"That's really inspirational." I said and she smiled.

"I like to think so." She said and Luke brought over our ice cream.

"Thanks Luke." Brooklyn said and he smiled.

"Any time kiddo." Luke said and he walked away. Clary took a bite of her ice cream and smiled.

"How is it Clary?" Brooklyn asked.

"Delicious!" She said and Brooklyn giggled.

"I keep telling daddy that he needs to start eating it but he sticks with his boring chocolate." She said as she shoveled a scoop of ice cream in her mouth.

"I happen to like chocolate." I said as I took a bite and she giggled.

The rest of the afternoon was comfortable. Brooklyn really loved talking to Clary about dance, and I was just happy that she could have a real conversation about dance with someone. I tried my best but sometimes I didn't know what she was talking about. Clary could answer every question, and actually respond with personal stories, and Brooklyn was enjoying herself a lot.

When we were finished we walked out to our car and Brooklyn gave Clary a huge hug before climbing into the car. I buckled her in and she smiled back at Clary.

"Thank you for coming Clary." She said and Clary smiled.

"Thank you for inviting me." Clary said.

"See you tomorrow!" She said and I shut the door.

"So, I don't know how long you're going to be in California for, but on Saturday I'm throwing a surprise party for Brooklyn. She'll be 5, and the whole studio is in on it, I think she'd love for you to be there." I said and she smiled.

"I think I can stay one more day for Brooklyn's birthday." She said and I smiled.

"Great." I said and she laughed. "Well, I should get her home, and cleaned up. Thank you for coming today. I know Brooklyn loved having you around."

"Thank you for the invite. I haven't had ice cream in a long time, so it was nice." She said and I smiled.

"Bye Clary." I said and she waved as I got in my car. We drove home and when I picked Brooklyn up out of her car seat she rested her head on my shoulder. I took her right up to her room where I changed her and got her into some comfy clothes. We went downstairs and I put on a movie for us to watch. Brooklyn was asleep within 20 minutes and I just cuddled into her even more.

Clary POV:

I got in my car and headed back to the hotel after an amazing day with Jace and Brooklyn. Being in their company was comfortable. Brooklyn was the sweetest little girl I've ever met, and Jace was the most involved father I've ever met. Just seeing their relationship up close and personal was truly amazing. My phone started ringing and I picked it up without looking.

"Hello?" I answered.

"Hey babe." I heard and I had totally forgot about him while I was with Jace and Brooklyn.

"Oh hey, what's up?" I asked.

"You said you'd call after your class ended, and I was beginning to think you were kidnapped." He laughed and I laughed as well.

"I'm sorry. I got preoccupied with a student." I said because it wasn't a lie, although I don't know why I felt like I had to lie in the first place.

"How is it going out there?" He asked.

"The class I'm working with right now is really good." I said. "They may only be 4 or 5 but they got rhythm and moves." I said and he laughed.

"I miss being on tour with you." Sebastian said. "It isn't as fun without sneaking off after a show to put on a show of our own." He said and I could literally hear the smirk in his voice.

"It's not my fault you chose to go on tour with a performer who wanted an all boy backup crew." I pointed out.

"I know, but you could have come and just followed me around." He said.

"I have a life too you know." I said.

"But you're volunteering." He said. "There easily could have been a job around here for you, and you would be getting paid."

"I don't care about the money Sebastian. I like giving back." I said. "You know that."

"I'm just saying." He said.

"Well, I'm almost at my hotel. I'm exhausted. We'll talk tomorrow." I said.

"Okay, night babe. Love you." He said.

"You too." I said before I hung up. I've been with Sebastian for almost 6 years, and in the beginning it was scandalous. Back up dancers normally weren't allowed to get involved with each other, let alone enter a relationship with each other, but Sebastian and I loved the thrill of the secrecy, but he wasn't looking to settle down any time soon, and I have been thinking about it the more and more I teach these little kids. It was something I wanted, but I don't think he did, and that was a huge deal breaker.

Time Jump – One Week Later

Clary POV:

Today was the day of the dance recital, and I was super proud of all the work these young ladies put into this routine. They really took it seriously, and they were really pumped to show their parents it.

The parents were lined around the room and the kids were in the middle in their positions. I pushed the button and the music started. The kids started dancing and they just lit up the whole room. They were smiling, and being sassy, and hitting every move perfectly. I was super proud and when the music ended all the parents erupted in a loud applause. The kids than ran to their parents and gave them all hugs.

I went to the middle of the room and waited for everyone to quiet down. It took some time but I wasn't complaining. Their kids just rocked that routine and they were proud parents. But once they didn't quiet down I started to speak.

"I just wanted to say thank you for allowing me to come in here and teach your children for this week." I said and they all smiled. "I had a blast working with them, and I have no doubt in my mind that these kids will be some rockstars later in life. They blew me away, and I can only imagine them getting better as they get older." I said and everyone clapped.

"Kids, what do we say to Clary?" Aline said.

"Thank you for teaching us Clary." They all said and unison and I nodded. I saw Brooklyn wiggle out of Jace's arms. Once he put her down she ran towards me, followed by every other kid. And I was involved in a massive group hug and I couldn't help but laugh.

"Thank you all for being such amazing students." I said and they broke the hug. They all went back to there parents. I was cleaning my stuff up when I heard a throat clear behind me and there stood Jace and Brooklyn. "Hey guys."

"Hey." Jace said. "Brooklyn wanted to give you something." He said and I looked at Brooklyn.

"I drew this for you Clary." She said as she handed me a picture. I looked at it and there was Brooklyn, Jace and I, sitting in the ice cream parlor eating ice cream together.

"It's beautiful Brooklyn." I said and I reached my arms out and she came running into them.

"I'm gonna miss you Clary." She said and I smiled as I kissed the top of her head.

"I'll miss you too Brooklyn." I said. "Maybe when I'm out here again we can hang out." I said and she smiled.

"Okay!" She cheered and I looked up at Jace who smiled at me.

"Maybe we'll see you soon Clary." He said with a wink and my stomach slipped.

"You can count on it." I said and he grabbed Brooklyn's hand and they walked out of the studio. I looked back at the picture and it was something that kids drew when they had a family, and Brooklyn had made it for me, and that gave me a smile for the rest of the day.

Time Jump – Next Day

Jace POV:

"But daddy, I don't have dance class today." She said as we walked up to the studio.

"I know that princess, but I left something here the other day, and I need it." I said. She simply nodded and I opened the door. She walked in and that's when the lights flipped on.

"SURPRISE!" Everyone yelled and Brooklyn jumped first but that cheered.

"Is this for me daddy?" She asked and I picked her up.

"This is all for you baby. Happy birthday." I said and she threw her arms around my neck and hugged me tightly. I put her down after the hug and she ran to her friends and they started playing. The parents were all around mingling and talking. I heard the ring of the door and when I looked back there was Clary. I walked over to her and smiled. "You made it."

"I told you I'd be here." She said and I smiled.

"I know it'll mean a lot to Brooklyn." I said and she nodded. She walked over and covered Brooklyn's eyes. When she uncovered them Brooklyn had the biggest smile on her face and brought her into a huge hug. I grabbed myself a drink and leaned against the back wall watching my baby play. A few moments later Clary joined me.

"So, this is something else." She said.

"She deserves the best." I said. "I don't want her to think that just because she doesn't have a mom, she has to be deprived of everything she wants." I explained.

"What happened to her? If you don't mind me asking." She said.

"She got pregnant, and didn't want a baby." He said. "I was terrified that she was going to abort her so I made a deal with her."

"What kind of deal?" She asked.

"She would carry Brooklyn full term, and once she was born she never had to see her again." I said remembering that day. "She gave up her maternity rights, and when Brooklyn and I left the hospital that was the last time we ever saw her."

"That's horrible." Clary said.

"She wasn't the type of person who wanted to be a mother." I said. "I get that. Some people just don't want to be parents, but when she told me she was pregnant, all I wanted to do was be a father." I said with a smile. "She's my everything."

"You two have a special bond." She said and I smiled.

"I moved us out here so that there was no way to ever run into her mother again, and as far as Brooklyn is concerned, her mother is dead." I said and she nodded.

"Where are you originally from?" She asked.

"Brooklyn." I said and she laughed.

"How appropriate." She said and I smiled.

"I thought it was a good homage to where she was born, and where I grew up." I said. "Brooklyn, New York will always be my home, just like Brooklyn will always be my home. Wherever she is, that's my home."

"That's really sweet." She said and I smiled at her. She looked up at me and neither of us looked away. I saw her eyes flicker to my lips and before I could stop myself I leaned forward and kissed her. It was something that I've never experienced before, and I was basking in it, but it was over all to quickly. "I shouldn't have done that." She said as she backed away.

"Clary." I said but she shook her head.

"I should probably get going. I'm going to go say goodbye to Brooklyn." She said and than she walked away. I saw her kneel in front of Brooklyn and start talking. Brooklyn gave her the biggest hug ever and than Clary stood up and walked right past me and left. I wanted to talk about what happened, but I was probably never going to see her again, and that sucked.

"Daddy!" I heard Brooklyn call. "Come play with us!" She said. I put a smile on my face and went over to play with my daughter, while I thought about the kiss with the redhead that knocked me off my feet.

Clary POV:

I'm so stupid. Why did I let that happen? I questioned myself. I got in the car and called the one person that I knew would tell me what he really though and I needed that right now. After a few rings he picked up.

"What's up Clary?" He said.

"Simon, I did something really stupid and I need your expert advice." I said.

"What happened?" He asked.

"I've been in California this week teaching this dance class, and I got really close with this one little girl, and her dad." I started. "He threw her a surprise birthday party today and he invited me. So I went being nice, and wanting to be there for his daughter, and we were talking about why the mother wasn't in the picture anymore and than we kissed."

"You're still with Sebastian right?" He asked.

"Yes, but this week I basically forgot about him." I said. "I think we're on different pages, and I don't know what to do about it."

"Well, what was the kiss with this guy like?" He asked.

"Out of this world Simon." I said and he laughed. "I've never experienced that before, and it freaked me out slightly, but the majority of me wanted to do it again."

"Look, you need to do what's best for you Clary." He said. "If you and Sebastian are diverting on two different paths, you need to end it." He said. "And if you feel that strongly towards this new guy, than you owe it to yourself to be happy."

"How do I break up with a guy of 6 years?" I asked.

"You'll figure it out Fray." He said. "You always do." He said.

"Thanks Simon." I said.

"Anytime. Now, it's pretty early here, and Noah loves waking up at the crack of dawn and Izzy is at a conference this week, so I'm being super dad." He said and I laughed.

"Sorry for waking you up." I said.

"It's okay." He said. "But I need sleep."

"Night Si." I said.

"Night Clare." He said and than he hung up. I made it to the airport and I just sat there waiting for my plane to board and thinking about what the hell to do. I was confused, but Simon was right. I needed to do what was best for me, and that's what I planned on doing.

Time Jump – Two Months Later

Clary POV:

Sebastian just got back from tour a week ago and I haven't been able to bring up the whole break up yet. I was sitting at home watching some trashy TV when he walked in.

"What's this?" He asked and I looked back and he had the picture Brooklyn drew for me, and I smiled.

"One of the students back in California drew that for me before I left." I said.

"Who is this guy?" He asked as he pointed to Jace.

"Her father." I said.

"Why are you three eating ice cream together?" He nearly yelled. I knew he was angry.

"She invited me to join them for ice cream, and I figured it had been awhile since I had ice cream, so I went with them." I said.

"You went on a date with this guy and his daughter." He said, and it wasn't a question, it was a statement.

"I wouldn't call it a date." I said. "We went out to ice cream, and I talked to his daughter mostly."

"That's inexcusable behavior Clarissa." He said and I stood up.

"I'm not your child. You can't reprimand me." I said and his eyes got darker.

"You're my girlfriend. If I don't want you hanging out with someone, I have the right to say that." He spit back.

"I'm 25 years old." I said. "I can make my own decisions." I said and apparently that was the wrong thing to say because he grabbed my arm violently, something he's never done before.

"You're mine Clarissa." He said alarmingly.

"Not anymore." I said as I tried to rip my arm out of his grasp.

"What does that mean?" He said.

"It means, this isn't working out Sebastian." I said. "We want different things in life, and I think we both owe it to ourselves to explore what we really want in life."

"You're breaking up with me for this?" He said as she held the drawing up.

"No." I said. "I'm breaking up with you because we don't work anymore." I said. He released me finally and he took the picture Brooklyn drew me and tore it to pieces, and my heart broke.

"Get out of my house." He said and than he walked away. "I'm going out for an hour. When I get back, you better be gone." He slammed the front door and I picked up the pieces of the ripped up picture. I grabbed my suitcases and began packing my things. This was the start of my new life.

Time Jump – A Couple Days Later

Jace POV:

I was picking up Brooklyn from school so I could take her to dance class. She was moved up a age group because she was so good and I was super proud of her. She got into the car and I reached back and made sure she was secure. We made our way to the studio where I dropped her off.

I made my way to the grocery store to grab the groceries that we needed this time. I went home and put them all away before I realized that Brooklyn's class was almost over. I made my way back to the studio just as they were wrapping up. Brooklyn came running out and latched onto my leg. I picked her up and made our way over to Carmallot. We took our normal seat and Luke brought us our usual. Brooklyn was coloring a picture while telling me about her day when I heard a throat clear. I looked up and there stood Clary.

"Is this seat taken?" She asked and Brooklyn looked up and beamed.

"Clary!" She cheered as she jumped up and gave her a hug.

"Hey pretty lady." Clary said as she gave her a huge hug in return. "Can I join?" She asked and I nodded. She took a seat and before I could ask why she was here Brooklyn started talking about how much she's done since she last saw Clary. Clary was listening intently and I couldn't stop staring at her. Why was she here? And why was there a bruise on her arm in the shape of fingerprints?

When we were done eating, I put Brooklyn in the car and shut the door. I turned and faced Clary who had a sad smile on her face.

"What are you doing here?" I asked.

"I came here to apologize." She said.

"You came all the way to California to apologize?" I asked and she nodded.

"I shouldn't have run away." She said. "I just – I had a boyfriend, and I couldn't believe that I kissed you while in a relationship. I've never been a cheater, and it freaked me out that I did that."

"Had?" I questioned and her hand went to her arm. "He's the reason for that bruise?" I asked and she nodded.

"He found the picture Brooklyn drew for me." She said. "He was angry that we got ice cream together and when I told him it just wasn't working out he grabbed me." She said. "I ended it after that. We were together for so long but we weren't heading in the same direction." She said and I nodded. "I called my best friend and asked him for some advice and he told me that I needed to do what made me happy."

"You could have written me a letter." I said with a laugh and that got her to smile.

"A letter isn't as personal as face to face." She said and I smiled.

"How would you like to come over for dinner?" I asked and she smiled.

"I'd love too." She said.

"Follow me." I said and she nodded. I got in the car and started driving home. I pulled into my drive way and got Brooklyn out when she spotted Clary.

"Are you staying for dinner?" She asked excitedly and Clary nodded. "Cool!" She said and I laughed. I opened the door and Brooklyn booked it for her room to change into comfier clothes.

"So, I don't know what you like, but I was planning on having hamburgers for dinner." I said.

"Hamburgers are great." She said and I smiled.

"Clary!" Brooklyn called from upstairs. "Come up and see my room!" She said and Clary laughed.

"I'm being summoned." She said and I smiled.

"I'll call when dinner is ready." I said and she nodded. She made her way over to the stairs and disappeared. Who ever said second chances didn't happen?

Time Jump – Later That Night

Clary POV:

After dinner Brooklyn wanted to watch a movie, but 45 minutes into it she was passed out on the couch. Jace picked her up and put her in her room and than came back down and joined me on the couch.

"So, how long are you here for?" He asked.

"Permanently." I said and he looked shocked. "After I ended my relationship, he kicked me out, and I decided that I needed a change. I lived in Florida for years, I needed a change of scenery." I said and he nodded.

"What about your studio in Florida?" He asked.

"It is in good hands, and I'm actually opening another location here." I said and he nodded. "Any way I could recruit your daughter to come learn from me?" I asked and he laughed.

"I think she will be thrilled to have you as a teacher." He said and I laughed.

"I was thinking." I said. "Our last kiss ended pretty abruptly." I said and his eyes got wide. "Do you think we can try again?" I asked and a smirk appeared on his lips before he leaned forward and I felt that feeling I didn't the first time we kissed. He pulled me into his lap and we continued to kiss. It was a feeling I knew I'd never get used too. When we broke apart we both were smiling like fools and breathing heavy.

"Would you like to go out with me?" He asked and I nodded and kissed his once again. This was something that I could get used to, something that I knew I'd never get tired of, something that would be everlasting.

Time Jump – One Year Later

Jace POV:

"Brooklyn, you're going to be late!" I yelled up to my 6 year old. I swear, she just gets worse with time as she gets older.

"I'm coming daddy!" She called and I couldn't help but laugh. She ran downstairs in her dance outfit.

"You ready princess?" I asked and she nodded. We got in the car and headed towards the studio. When we got there, she hoped out and ran inside before I even got out of the car. I walked in and went straight to the back office. Clary was sitting at her desk working on something. I walked over and kissed her on the head.

"Hey." She said and I smiled.

"Hey yourself." I said. "I have a late session with one of my clients tonight." I told her and she nodded. "I should be home by 6, but just start dinner without me."

"Sounds good. Anything you want in particular?" She asked and I shook my head when her office door opened.

"Stop hogging mom." Brooklyn said and I smiled. "Everyone is here, and we need our teacher." She said before leaving.

"She has gotten so sassy in her old age." I said and Clary laughed.

"She isn't wrong though. I have a class to teach." She said as she got up and kissed me. "See you at home."

"Love you." I said and she smiled.

"Love you too." She said as she walked out of the office. I walked past the room where she was teaching and just couldn't help but smile. We may have only been together for a year, but Clary and I knew that this was going to last forever. She moved in 6 months ago, and after the first 2 months of dating Brooklyn asked if she could call Clary mom, and Clary was so touched she just nodded, and that's been our life ever since. It happened quickly, but it was all so right. We were a family, and we were always supposed to be a family. It didn't matter what obstacles we went through to get here, we found each other, and we were never letting each other go.

Authors Note:

Okay, it's about time I got back to doing the requested ideas! Sorry it took me so long, but I finally finished one! This one was requested by TMIShips4Life. You requested a dancer one, and I have delivered a dancer one! I hope that it lived up to your expectations! Let me know what you think and leave a review! Thank you all for being so patient, and understand when it came to my writers block! Means a lot! :)