One Hundred and Sixteenth One Shot:

A Very Sizzy Wedding

Clary POV:

"Simon Lewis, who knew you'd come home and be engaged." I said as we sat down for coffee.

"I've been gone for nearly 7 years Clare, it was bound to happen eventually." He said and I couldn't help but laugh.

"That's what you get for going away to college and not coming home. I miss out on important life events." I chastised him and he smiled. "I mean, I don't even know you're fiancé. Best friends are supposed to be tight with each others fiancés!"

"Clare, I promise, you'll get along with Izzy. She's the friendliest person on this planet." Simon said and I nodded. "You're complete opposites, but it works for us, so I know it'll work for you."

"I mean, I've seen pictures. She's gorgeous." I said and Simon blushed. "And if you love her, I can only imagine that I'm going to love her as well. I just always thought that I'd meet her before you popped the question."

"Well, maybe if you came out to Nevada every now and than you would have met her already." Simon said and I glared at him.

"My job barely gives me off for holidays, you think I could take a long weekend?" I reminded him and he laughed.

"That's what you get for having such a demanding job." He stated. "Now, if you had a boring job like me, taking time off wouldn't be an issue."

"Sorry that I love my career choice Si." I said sarcastically.

"Noting to be sorry about. I could never do what you do." He said and I smiled. "Too much schooling. And you aren't even done."

"I want that Ph.D. Si. I want to be Dr. Clarissa Fray." I said and he smiled.

"I believe in you." He said and I smiled.

"So, how long are you in town?" I asked him.

"For a couple days." He said. "But I should be around more frequently. Izzy is actually from New York as well, so we're going to be getting married here."

"That's awesome. But I'm assuming you're going to be living in Nevada after the wedding?" I asked.

"Until one of us finds a new job." He said. "That's our home now. We both work, we have friends, and it means a lot to us. New York will always be our true home, but we're happy in Nevada." He said and I nodded.

"Well, if you're happy, than I'm happy." I said and he smiled.

"Now, Izzy is coming in the next time we visit, since we'll be looking at venues, but I thought I should warn you now. She wants to ask you to be in her bridal party." He said and my jaw dropped.

"Me? Why me? She doesn't even know me." I said and Simon laughed.

"Well, Izzy doesn't tend to make a lot of female friends. They all are really threatened by her." He explained and I nodded. "And I'm having all three of her brothers in my party, and she knows you're like a second sister to me."

"Is Rebecca going to be in the wedding?" I asked.

"Yup. So far, it's Rebecca, you, one of her childhood friends, and a girl we went to college with." He said and I nodded.

"You're only having four people in your party?" I asked.

"Yea. We aren't having a huge wedding. Just family, and some close friends." He explained. "I was prepared to be dropping like 100 grand on this wedding for Izzy, but she just wants something simple, and I can work with that."

"100 grand for a wedding?" I asked.

"Well, her family comes from very old money, so her parents had no problem spending whatever Izzy wanted, but surprisingly all Izzy wants is something simple for the ceremony and the reception. Although she did say her dress was going to be over the top, but that's who she is, and I love her for that." He said and I nodded.

"Any thoughts on who the flower girl and ring barer will be?" I asked.

"The ring barer will be her brothers oldest son. And the flower girl is going to be Rebecca's little girl." He said.

"Aww, Sabrina will be the cutest little flower girl." I said and he laughed.

"Fingers crossed. She's gotten a little attitude lately." He said.

"She's a girl Si, it was bound to happen." I reminded him and he nodded.

"Well, I have to go meet my mother and Rebecca to talk wedding things." He said and we stood up and he pulled me into a hug. "I'll see you soon thought Clare."

"Always a pleasure Si." I said and he smiled before leaving the coffee shop. I was so incredibly proud of him finding the love of his life, and settling down. I was super stoked for this wedding, and for my best friend.

Time Jump – Two Months Later

Clary POV:

Simon was coming back in today, but this time Izzy was with him. He asked if we could do lunch and I was freaking out. This girl was going to be spending the rest of her life with Simon, and I wanted her to like me. I wanted to be able to hang out with her, talk a lot of embarrassing stories about Simon, and laugh until our stomachs hurt, but much like Izzy, I never really got along much with girls my age. High school was a nightmare, and Simon is the only reason I got through it. The bell of the restaurant rang, and I looked up to see Izzy and Simon walk in, my heart started racing a million miles a minute, I stood up to greet them when Izzy pulled me into a hug.

"It's so nice to finally meet you in the flesh!" She said cheerfully, and I couldn't help but laugh.

"You as well." I said as she let me go, than Simon pulled me into a hug.

"Well, Izzy this is my best friend Clary, and Clary this is my fiancé Izzy." Simon said and we both laughed.

"I can't believe we're finally meeting." Izzy said. "I've been dying to meet you for years!" She expressed.

"Me too. Pictures only do so much." I said and she nodded in agreement.

"Simon told me that he braced you for my impending question, and if you feel weird about it, don't worry, I can handle rejection. I just wanted to involve all the women that mean the most to Simon in the ceremony." Izzy explained, and I couldn't help but smile at her.

"That's really sweet of you." I said and she smiled.

"Simon means everything to me, and I know he wouldn't be the man he is today without all the women that got him here. The amount of stories I've heard about you are insane, but I felt like I kinda knew you after he told me so many." She said and I laughed. "So, would you do me the honor and be one of my bridesmaids?" Izzy said and I smiled.

"You know what, it would be my honor." I said and she squealed, jumped up and pulled me into her arms.

"This is so amazing." She said. "Now I have the order all figured out in my head. Rebecca is going to be my Maid of Honor, you'll be after her, and than it'll be Aline, and finally Kaelie." She said.

"Wait, I'm second in line?" I asked a little dumbfounded.

"Of course. It'll be perfect. Jace was worried he was going to have to walk in with Kaelie, but there was no way that I was going to stick him with her. Talk about stalker." Izzy said with a laugh.

"Who is going to be your Best Man Simon?" I asked.

"Her oldest brother Alec." He said. "We've actually gotten quite close in the last couple years."

"Sounds great." I said and Izzy had a thousand watt smile on her face for the rest of our lunch. She looked so happy, and so incredibly in love with Simon, and that made her even better in my book. Someone who looks at Simon the way she did the entire time we were together, has my stamp of approval. My phone buzzed and I groaned. "Well guys, this ends our lunch. I just got called into work." I said as I stood up.

"It was fantastic meeting you Clary. I can't wait until we come back in, and maybe we can get our nails done together or something." Izzy said as she pulled me into a hug.

"Of course Izzy. That sounds great." I said than I hugged Simon and put my lips to his ear. "You picked a good one Si." I said and he laughed.

"If we don't get the chance to see you again before we leave, we'll see you soon Fray." Simon said and I nodded. I left the restaurant to go to my job but I realized I couldn't get the smile off my face as well. This was going to be a good wedding, I knew it.

Time Jump – Three Months Later

Clary POV:

Tonight was the night of the rehearsal dinner, and Izzy was freaking out. Everything thus far in the wedding planning has gone perfectly, but it couldn't always stay this perfect. Her brother Jace's flight got delayed so he wasn't going to be here on time for it, and her little brother Max came down with the flu last week and is still not 100%, and she feels like everything is falling apart. Simon was out of ideas on how to calm her down, and she ran out of the rehearsal hall, and he looked at me with these pleading eyes, and I knew I had to follow her. I found her sitting on the stairs outside of the venue. I took a seat next to her and put my hand on her arm.

"Everything is going to work out Iz." I reassured her.

"Everything was going so well." She said. "And now shit hits the fan? I'm getting married in two days."

"Sometimes things get fucked up." I told her honestly. "There is nothing we can do about your brothers plane delay, and there is nothing we can do about your little brother still being sick. All we can do is go about our business, and make sure that on the day of the actual wedding, everything works out."

"I've been planning this day since I met Simon." She said honestly. "It seems like it's all falling apart now."

"I've known Simon my entire life." I told her. "Simon wouldn't care if you went down to the courthouse to get married, as long as he was marrying you, that's all he cares about."

"You think so?" She asked.

"I know so Iz." I said. "Simon is completely in love with you. Your wedding day is going to be the best day of his life regardless of what happens."

"Thanks Clary." She said as she hugged me.

"What are friends for?" I said and she smiled. "Now go back in there, and have a great fucking rehearsal dinner. You and Simon both deserve it." She stood up and went inside with a smile on her face. I took a deep breath. I know that I was reassuring her, but in all honestly, things could go really wrong during the ceremony, but I prayed for her sake, they didn't.

Time Jump – Wedding Day

Clary POV:

Tonight was the night of Izzy and Simon's wedding, and just being in the bridal suit was something that should have been in a fairytale. Izzy looked like a freaking princess, and I knew the moment Simon saw her, he was going to be lost in her forever.

I wish that I could go over to where Simon was and the groomsmen and just see Simon and give him the biggest hug and tell him to quite pacing his room, since I know that's what he's doing, and let him know that this is going to be the greatest day of his life. But we were getting Izzy ready, and according to the coordinator, the ceremony was starting soon.

"Ladies." Izzy said and we all turned to face her. "I just want to thank you all for being here with me. I don't know what I would do without any of you." She said and we all gave her a huge group hug. "Now, lets go get married!" She said and we all cheered.

Izzy was waiting in the bridal suit while the bridal party went up to get in line. I was freaking out, because this was the first time I was meeting her one brother, Jace, the guy I'm walking with, and I was a little nervous. Izzy told me that this wasn't the first wedding he has been in, so I was confident that we would be fine, but he was a complete stranger to me, and I wanted us to get along. For Izzy's sake.

We got in line, and I was standing in the back in front of Rebecca, but Jace wasn't there yet. All the other groomsmen where with their partner, but I was alone. I felt a tap on my shoulder and when I turned around, Alec was smiling at me.

"Jace wanted me to tell you that he'll be right up." He said. "He wanted to talk to Simon privately for a moment."

"Thanks Alec." I said and I turned around. That eased my nerves a little. After another 10 minutes someone came and stood next to me, and I'm not even kidding, I had to look all the way up just to see him.

"We haven't formally met yet." He said. "I'm Jace Herondale, Izzy's brother."

"Clary Fray, Simon's best friend." I said and we shook hands. I didn't even want to get into why his last name was different. I assumed he was adopted, but now wasn't the time to get into family backgrounds. I linked my arm with him, and a minute later the music started. My best friend was getting married today, and I was super excited for him.

Time Jump – Hours Later

Clary POV:

The wedding was perfect, and the whole reception was beautiful. And I had to admit, I spent the majority of the night talking to Jace. He was really easy to talk to, and just an over all good guy. Form his looks alone I thought he was going to be this arrogant playboy, but he was actually really smart, and down to earth.

By this time I had a lot of alcohol in my system and I was just feeling the night away. I was on the dance floor dancing with everyone and anyone. But surprisingly my dance partner always ended up being Jace. But I didn't mind one bit. He was a good guy, and we were having a good time.

"Party is almost over." Jace whispered in my ear. Now, I'm going to assume that it was the alcohol talking, since I'm normally not very forward, but I was feeling good and confident, so I went for it.

"The party doesn't have to stop." I said back and he smirked at me, which caused me to bite down on my lip. I'm sure if you talked to anyone else at this wedding, they would tell you that there was some sexual tension between Jace and I, and they wouldn't be wrong. It's been awhile since I've had sex, and Jace was hot. Why not take advantage of a perfectly timed opportunity?

"You're a naughty girl Clarissa Fray." He whispered and I've never been one to like my name, but god damn did it sound sexy coming from his lips.

"What's it going to be Jace? Are we going to end the night here? Or are we going to take it back to my room?" I said and I just saw his eyes fill with lust. Thank god Izzy convinced me to get a room here for the night, otherwise this might not be happening.

"You don't know what you got yourself into." Jace said as he pulled me out of the reception hall and over to the elevator. Once the doors closed, Jace pressed me up against the doors and his lips were automatically on mine. When the elevator finally dinged, we both made a beeline for the room. I slide the key in and the moment we were both in there, I was being pressed against the door, and his hands were working on getting my dress undone. I had no idea what tonight was going to be like, but I could tell I was going to enjoy it.

Time Jump – Two Weeks Later

Jace POV:

It had been two weeks since Izzy's wedding, and to this day, I couldn't think of anything but the mind blowing sex that Clary and I had. She didn't peg me as the type of girl who was freaky in the bedroom, but man oh man was Clary something else. She was the whole package. She was easy to talk to, funny, intelligent, beautiful, and sarcastic. Like, there wasn't anything wrong with her, she was simply perfect.

Although I might not ever see her again, except on rare occasions, I was glad we had the night that we did. It was something that I needed lately. I just needed to let loose, and have a good time, and that's exactly what I did with Clary. We had a damn good time, and I didn't regret a single thing about that night.

"Jace?" I heard and when I looked over Alec was sitting there looking rather annoyed. "Could you pay attention for like 5 minutes? We're almost done."

"Yea, sorry." I said and I started to actually listen to him this time. By the time our meeting was over, I couldn't wait to get out of the office. It was a Friday, and I was just looking forward to relaxing.

"Dude, what has gotten into you lately?" Alec asked after he caught up to me.

"I was just thinking about something." I told him.

"You were thinking about Clary." He pointed out.

"So what if I was?" I asked.

"If you want to keep in contact, or see her again, why not just ask Izzy for her number?" Alec asked.

"Because she lives in New York and I live in California. I don't want to have a long distance friendship. They get really hard to maintain." I told him truthfully.

"So you're just going to space out during board meetings, and not do anything to even try and reach out to her?" Alec asked.

"I'll try not to space out as much." I told him.

"Okay." He simply said. "You still coming over for dinner?" He asked.

"Of course." I said and he smiled before leaving to get home. I shook my head as I tried to get Clary off my mind, but I knew she would always be there, no matter what.

Clary POV:

No. No. No. No. No. This can't be happening to me. I sat in my bathroom as I held this pregnancy test, my sixth pregnancy test hoping that it would be negative. Oh who am I kidding? The other 5 were positive, this one is definitely going to be positive. When the time beeped and the pink plus showed up and sighed. Not that I was disappointed that I was having a baby, I always wanted to be a mom, but I knew how my parents would react, and I was not looking forward to that conversation.

I decided to just bite the bullet and tell them though. The sooner they hear, the better. I got to my parents house and slowly walked up the stairs. I took a deep breath before knocking on the door. A moment later, my mom answered.

"Clary, what are you doing here?" She asked.

"Is Luke home?" I asked. "I wanted to talk to the both of you." I said.

"He is." She said as she welcomed me in. "Luke! Clary's here, and she wants to speak with us!" My mom called, and a moment later, Luke walks in.

"What's up kiddo?" Luke asked.

"There is no easy way to say this, so here it goes." I said and they nodded. "I'm pregnant."

"You're kidding me right?" My mom asked first.

"Nope." I simply said.

"Clarissa Fray, how dare you!" My mom yelled. "You aren't a married woman! Shame on you for bringing a bastard child into this world!" I knew this was coming, which was exactly why I wanted to get it over with.

"The world is a different place mom. People have kids without being married all the time." I told her.

"Not in my house." She said. "Leave, and don't bring that child around here." She said and I got up. Luke looked extremely disappointed in me, but he was always good at letting my mom verbalize it. "Be gone devil! And don't come back!" She cursed as she slammed the door. I put on my brave face in there, but once I got in to my car, and drove around the block I broke down and called the one person I knew would understand.

"Hello?" Simon asked.

"Simon, I need you." I choked out.

"Clary? What's wrong? Are you okay?" He asked concerned filled his voice.

"No Si, I'm not. I'm in trouble." I said honestly. I didn't know how I was going to raise this baby alone, but I knew one thing, I was going to do my best to be a damn good mother.

Time Jump – One Month Later

Jace POV:

Alec and I were going to Nevada to visit Simon and Izzy. It would be nice to have a nice long weekend away from work. Plus it would be nice to see how they are settling in as a married couple. I didn't understand their relationship for the longest time, but they made each other happy, and that's all that matters.

When we got to their house, it was rather late. So we all settled in and went straight to bed. Alec and Magnus's kids were pretty tired, so it worked out that tomorrow would be used as a jammed packed day of activities after a long and refreshing nights sleep. We all went to the rooms that we normally went to when we visited them but when I opened my door, someone was asleep in my bed. Confused, I simply shut the door and got comfortable on the couch. I was tired, and nobody else was awake, so there was no use getting annoyed by it.

I woke up the pots banging in the kitchen. When I looked up, Izzy was standing there and I immediately got up and ran into the kitchen.

"Do you really think this is the best idea?" I asked her.

"Come on Jace, my cooking isn't that bad." She said.

"It's pretty bad." Alec said from the hallway. "And I will not subject my kids to that kind of torture." He said and we both laughed, but Izzy was glaring.

"Fine, if you think you can do any better, you cook breakfast." She shoved the pan into my hands.

"Deal." I said as I placed it on the stove. "Oh, and Iz, who was sleeping in my bed last night?" I asked before she left.

"Clary." She said and my heart sped up. "She's having some trouble so she's going to be staying with us for a little while."

"What kind of trouble?" I asked.

"I think that's something you need to talk with her about privately." Izzy said before leaving the room.

"Privately?" I asked Alec and he just shrugged. "What could it possibly be about that the conversation needs to happen privately?"

"No idea man, but get to cooking. I'm hungry, and you know the boys will be too." Alec said and I laughed before starting to get to work. But I couldn't get what Izzy said out of my head. But I planned on finding out.

Time Jump – Later That Night

Clary POV:

Seeing Jace again was shocking. Izzy and Simon didn't tell me they were coming in, but I guess they wanted it like that. Who knows. But he was even more gorgeous than I remember, and I was dreading telling him the news. I had no idea how he was going to react and that scared me the most.

I was sitting at my window looking at the stars. It was something that I didn't get back in New York, so while I was here, I was soaking it all in. I was lost in my head when there was a small knock on my door. Before I had the chance of answering, Jace was walking into the room.

"Hey." He said as she shut the door and walked over to me. "What are you doing cooped up in here?"

"Just thinking." I said honestly.

"About what?' He probed.

"About how I never get this good of a view from my apartment in Brooklyn." I said and he laughed.

"Very true." He said. "My house in California has the best view I've ever seen. It was one reason I bought the house." He said and I nodded. I couldn't help but feel sad that he lived across the country.

"Must be nice. Living so far away from home." I said absentmindedly.

"It has its perks, but there are also major downfalls." He said. "I mean, Izzy only lives a state over, and I don't get to see her as often as I'd like, and the rest of the family still lives in New York. I'm thankful that I have Alec with me out there."

"Still, when you see your family all you want to do is create happy memories. Fighting seems pointless when you only have a certain amount of days to spend together." I continued.

"Did something happen Clary?" He asked. "Izzy said you were in some trouble." He asked and I looked at him, with tear filled eyes. "Whatever it is Clare, I guarantee it can be fixed." He said and I wish that he was right.

"It's not something that easily fixed." I told him honestly.

"Are you fighting with your parents?" He asked. "I know what that's like, but it always works itself out in the end."

"You don't know my parents." I said as I wiped the tears from my eyes. "They aren't so easy to forgive when they feel like you've committed a great sin."

"What happened?" He asked more caringly.

"I'm pregnant." I blurted out. Might as well get it out in the open. "And I'm not married. So my parents pretty much disowned me." I said honestly.

Jace POV:

My jaw hit the floor when she said that. Not just because she was pregnant, but because her parents weren't supportive of her and what will happen in the next 9 months.

"I'm so sorry Clary." I said as my hand rested on her thigh. "No parents should kick their child out because of that." She looked at me, and she looked like she wanted to say more. "What else is on your mind Clary? I can see you want to say something else."

"It's yours." She said and everything in me went numb.

"Mine?" I asked and she slowly nodded. "Are you sure?" I asked.

"We can get a paternity test done if you want, but I haven't had sex since Izzy's wedding, and you were the only guy I was with." She said and I simply nodded.

"I believe you." I simply said, she had no reason to lie about that. "It's just shocking."

"You're telling me." She said. "I'm not even done school yet. And now I'm bringing a baby into this world."

"You're still in school?" I asked a little shocked. It clearly wasn't the most important question at the moment, but I was still curious.

"I'm working on my Ph.D." She said and I nodded. After a moment of silence I decided to talk again.

"Do you need anything? Water? Food? Hot tea?" I offered.

"Hot tea actually sounds amazing right now." She said and I nodded.

I walked out of the room and made my way into the kitchen. Izzy was the only one there while the rest of them were out in the backyard playing.

"I talked to Clary." I said and Izzy looked at me.

"She told you?" She asked and I nodded. "What are you going to do?" She asked.

"Be there as much as possible." I said honestly. "She didn't get herself into this mess. I was a huge factor. The least I can do is support her. God knows her parents won't."

"When she called Simon, she sounded so broken. She tied up some loose ends in New York, and got out here maybe 2 weeks ago." Izzy explained. "It breaks my heart that her parents are crazy."

"Tied up loose ends? What does that mean?" I asked.

"She told her job that she needed a few weeks off to figure some things out, and she put her education on hold until she figures out a way to make everything work." Izzy explained. "What's going to happen when she goes back to New York?" She asked.

"I've been thinking about that." I said honestly. "Granted I only found out 10 minutes ago, but she has no support in New York, and you and Simon live one state over from me." I explained. "I figured I would offer my house to her, that way she isn't alone during the pregnancy, and that way she has people around that will help her."

"That's really great of you Jace. I'm proud of you." Izzy said and I smiled.

"I don't know if she'll say yes, but it's worth a shot." I said and she nodded. By now the tea was done and I grabbed the mug. "I'll see you later." I said and she nodded. I walked back into the room, and Clary was in the same position. I walked over and handed her the cup of tea.

"Thank you." She said and I nodded.

"So, I just talked to Izzy, and I have a plan for this whole situation." I said and she looked at me.

"What's the plan?" She asked curiously.

"You don't have any support in New York." I said and she nodded solemnly. "But, I have a big enough house in California, which is only a state away from Izzy and Simon, plus Alec and Magnus live close." I said and her eyes went wide. "So, if you want to, you can come live with me while we figure out your job, and education situations."

"You're serious?" She asked, and I couldn't help but laugh.

"I'm very serious. I want to help you through this Clary. This isn't just your burden to bear. We did this together, and I want to work through this together. If that's what you want as well." I said. She was crying yet again, but she put her tea on the floor and reached over and wrapped her arms around my neck.

"Thank you." She barely whispered in my ear.

"So is that a yes?" I asked and she laughed.

"That's a yes." She said.

"Okay, I'll call my parents and have them pack all your things and ship them out to us." I said and she nodded.

"This means a lot to me Jace." She said and I smiled.

"We'll get through this Clary. I know we will." I said and she nodded. "I'll let you get some rest." I said and she smiled. I walked out of that room feeling pretty good about this decision. This is what Clary and our child needed, and that's what mattered the most to me.

Time Jump – Two Months Later

Clary POV:

I finally settled in Jace's house, and let me tell you, this place was spectacular. Everything about it was amazing, and even though I've only been here for a short time, I already felt at home.

I talked to my job, which transferred me out to the office in California, and I found a college with the same program that I was in from New York, and started up my doctorate education again, and I was nearly 4 months pregnant. Everything seemed to be working itself out, and for the first time since finding out that I was pregnant, everything seemed to be coming together.

Jace on the other hand worked like crazy, so we spent very minimal time together. If he wasn't at the office, he was at some business function, or on a quick business trip. Not that I had any room to complain, but his type of work wasn't ideal to the situation we were in, but he helped, and that's all I could ask for from him.

It was late, and I couldn't sleep. This baby was a miracle worker at keeping me up at night. For the past week or so, all this child would do is kick and kick and kick. The doctor said she wouldn't be surprised if I bruised my ribs a little with how much this baby likes to kick. I was happy that my baby was so active, but the pain was a nightmare.

So I was sitting on the deck of this beautiful house, looking at the amazing view Jace talked about a couple months ago. He wasn't lying, this view was pretty spectacular. There was a calm breeze that felt amazing on my hot skin, and the crickets were making that low hum that they do every night, it was peaceful, and something that I have come accustomed too.

"Hey." I heard from behind me, and when I turned around, there stood Jace, still decked out in his work clothes. "What are you doing up?"

"I couldn't sleep." I told him honestly. He put his briefcase down and sat in the chair next to me.

"Does this happen a lot?" He asked.

"For the past week all this little baby wants to do is kick." I said as my hand rested on my bump. The baby was having a field day right now. "Feel." I said as I picked his hand up and rested it on the spot.

"Wow." He said, amazement clear in his voice. "That happens a lot?" He asked.

"I've noticed that this baby seems to be quite the night owl." I said and he laughed. "Every single night I feel like there is a boxing match happening in my belly."

"That must hurt." He said.

"You heard the doctor the last appointment. She wouldn't be surprised if my ribs were slightly bruised because of the constant kicking." I said and he nodded.

"I wish I could help." He said, and I couldn't help but smile.

"You're doing way more for me than I truly expected." I told him.

"I still wish there was more I could do." He said.

"Just make sure that our baby is given everything they ever need, and I'll be happy." I told him and he smiled.

"This baby is going to be spoiled. I already know it." He said and I laughed. "Maryse and Robert are counting down the days until the birth."

"I wish my parents were that excited." I said in a sad voice.

"You never told me why they were so against you having this baby." He said and I sighed.

"My parents are very religious. They believe that I should be a virgin until my wedding night." I told him.

"Damn." Was all he said.

"So when I went to tell them I was pregnant, she basically called me the devil and told me to never come back." I further explained.

"That's horrible." He said and I looked down at my belly.

"I don't want our baby to feel like they were a mistake when they grow up. It wasn't planned, but sometimes things happen, but that doesn't make them mistakes." I said.

"I don't care what happens in the future Clary, our kid is going to be fucking loved no matter what, and if your parents ever come around and try and tell them differently, you can best believe I'll put them in their place." He said and I couldn't help but smile. I took a deep breath before standing up. I leaned down and kissed him on the cheek.

"Thank you Jace." I said and he smiled. "For absolutely everything."

"It's my pleasure Clary." He said.

"I'm gonna try to fall asleep while it's half time down there." I said as I rubbed my calm belly and he laughed. "I'll see you tomorrow."

"Goodnight Clary." He said and I went back into the house. Knowing that Jace was going to love our baby more than anything else in the world definitely eased my worries. And that's what I needed right now.

Time Jump – Gender Reveal

Jace POV:

I made sure that I wasn't working today because Clary and I were going to find out the gender of our baby today. Clary could have found out a month ago, but unfortunately I couldn't make it to that appointment and she didn't want to find out without me, so I made sure I wasn't working this time around. I've only been to a couple of these appointments but I still freaked out just sitting in the waiting room.

"Calm down, you're making me nervous." Clary said from beside me.

"I can't help it. We're finding out the gender of our baby today." I said.

"I'm aware. But it's either a boy or a girl, nothing to get worked up over." She said.

"I know, but I find out if I am getting a son or a daughter today. That's insane." I said and she laughed as she took my hand in hers.

"And that little boy or little girl is going to be loved more than any other baby on this planet." She said.

"Damn right." I said back.

"Clarissa Fray?" The nurse called. I helped Clary out of the chair and we walked back to the room where Clary took her seat on the table. "You two ready to find out what you're having today?" the nurse asked gleefully.

"So ready." I said and she nodded. Clary leaned back as she put the gel on her belly and started looking around.

"Okay you two, looks like you're going to be the parents of a little boy." The nurse said and my whole world exploded.

"I'm going to have a son?" I asked with so much amazement in my voice.

"Yes you are." The nurse said. "Come back next month." She said before exiting the room.

"A boy." I said again.

"How do you feel?" Clary asked and I turned to face her. There weren't any words that I could express to properly say how excited I was, so I cupped her face in my hands and pressed my lips to hers. She was shocked at first, but she kissed me back. "What was that for?" She asked once we broke apart.

"I didn't know how else to express how incredibly grateful I am that you're carrying my child." I told her honestly.

"But where do we go from here?" She asked.

"Honestly, I have no idea." I said. "But we can start slow." I offered.

"I think slow is kinda unnecessary at this point." She said as she pointed to her belly and I couldn't help but laugh.

"Maybe not slow slow, but we can just take it easy until the baby is born. Maybe go out on a few dates, I can go to those birthing classes with you since I know you mentioned you wanted to do a home birth to Izzy at some point, maybe we can decorate the nursery together since we know what we're having now." I suggested and Clary just looked at me with her jaw slightly dropped.

"You're serious? You want to see where this goes?" She asked and I took her hands in mine.

"I really do Clary. I have since the wedding, I just didn't know how to start something when we lived across the country." I said honestly.

"Okay." She said. "Okay, we can do all those things."

"Great. So, how about dinner tonight? To celebrate our son?" I asked and she smiled.

"I would love too." She said.

We went back to the house to get ready, and I was so thankful that Clary wasn't one of those girls who takes hours to get ready. She put on a nice dress, and some flats and was ready to go in about 15 minutes. We headed towards the restaurant and were seated immediately.

"Hi, welcome to Taki's, my name is Tammy, and I'll be your waitress tonight. Can I start you off with something to drink?" She asked.

"I'll have a glass of water, no lemon please." Clary said.

"And I'll have a cup of coffee." I said and she nodded.

"I'll be right back with those." She said before walking away.

"I can't wait to have coffee again." Clary said and I couldn't help but laugh.

"5 more months." I tried to reassure her but she just groaned. "It can't be that bad." I said.

"You aren't the size of a whale, with swollen feet, back problems, the bladder the size of a pea, and a hyper sex drive." She said and my eyes widened.

"I may not be able to take care of all those problems, but I can offer some help with some of them." I offered and she looked at me.

"Like what?" She asked.

"First off, you aren't the size of a whale. You're growing a human." I said and she laughed a little. "I can hire someone to come in and give you foot massages once a week, and a back massage to see if it helps with the pain. I can't do much about your bladder, but as for the sex thing." I smirked and she scoffed.

"What happened to taking it slow?" She asked.

"You're already pregnant, and if you're turned on all the time, you shouldn't have to suppress those feelings." I said and in that moment Tammy came back with our drinks before leaving again. "We can start with the foot massages and back massages, but if you ever need to release some of that other tension, all you have to do is ask."

"We'll see about the sex, but the foot massages and back massages actually sounds wonderful." She said and I smiled.

"I'll call first thing tomorrow." I said and she reached her hand across the table.

"Thank you Jace." She said and Tammy was back.

"Have you decided?" She asked.

"Cheeseburger and fires with extra fries please." Clary asked and Tammy nodded.

"I'll have the same." I said and she nodded.

"How far along are you?" She asked after collecting the menus.

"I'll be four months in a couple days." Clary said with a smile on her face.

"Do you know what you're having?" She asked.

"A boy." Clary said and Tammy smiled.

"That's amazing. Congratulations." She said, and we both nodded before Tammy disappeared.

The rest of dinner went by normally. Clary got up to pee at least 6 times. She wasn't kidding about having a small bladder. Once we were finished, I could tell Clary was tired, and I didn't blame her. When we got back to the house, she went right to the couch and sat down. I put a blanket on top of her, and in seconds, she was drifting off the sleep. I started cleaning up the little messes around the house, and couldn't help but think how much worse it's going to be with a baby, but I was ready. I was ready to raise this baby with Clary.

Time Jump – One Month Later

Clary POV:

Jace promised me that he was taking a half day today so that we could continue putting together the nursery. He painted it nice shades of blues, greys and silvers last week, and I had to admit, it looked good. But it wasn't quite finished yet. I wanted to add a design onto the one wall, but I wasn't allowed to be around paint fumes, so I was going to wait until after the baby was born to add that detail, but I already knew what I was going to draw, and I was pretty excited.

"Clary!" I heard Jace call from downstairs.

"In the nursery!" I yelled back. A moment later, I heard footsteps followed by Jace walking into the room. He walked right over to me and pressed his lips to the top of my head.

"Everything looks good." He said as he looked around.

"It really does. All we need is the changing table to be built, and the rocking chair to be assembled and everything will look perfect." I said and he smiled.

"Well, almost perfect. Once he's in here, than everything will be perfect." He said and I couldn't help but smile.

"Have you thought about names yet?" I asked as Jace started to assemble the changing table.

"A little." He said. "What about you?" He asked.

"I have a few." I said. "I have a solid idea about his middle name though."

"And what's that?" Jace asked.

"I was thinking Alexander, after your brother." I said and Jace turned to look at me.

"Really?" He asked.

"Yea. He's your brother, and he's done a lot for me since I've gotten here. I couldn't think of a better person to name him after in that way." I said truthfully.

"That means a lot to me." Jace said. "Thank you."

"Of course. And now we just need one name." I said and Jace smiled.

"Okay, well what names were you thinking?" Jace asked.

"I was thinking something like Joshua, or Samuel." I said and Jace nodded.

"Both are great names." He said.

"What about you?" I asked.

"I really like the name Shane, and Daniel." He said.

"Ugh, I like them all!" I sighed and Jace laughed. "Why does naming a human have to be so difficult?" I said and Jace made his way over to me.

"Because he is going to be stuck with it for the rest of his life." Jace said.

"Not true. I don't go by Clarissa." I pointed out and Jace laughed.

"I guess you're right. I don't go by Jonathan at all." He said and that shocked me.

"Wait, your name isn't Jace?" I asked and he laughed.

"No. My full name is Jonathan Christopher Herondale, but when the Lightwood's adopted me, Maryse started calling me Jace, and it just stuck." He said and I nodded. "I've been Jace ever since."

"Put that on the list of things I didn't know about you." I said and he smiled.

"We haven't really talked about personal details like ever other couple. We kinds started this whole thing backwards." Jace said and I couldn't help but laugh, it was true.

"How about we change that?" I asked and he looked at me.

"How about after I finish putting this changing table together, we put on a movie and talk?" He offered and I couldn't help but smile.

"Sounds great." I said.

"Cool. Why don't you go downstairs and get everything set up, and pick out a movie. This shouldn't take me much longer." He said. I stood up and walked over to him and pressed my lips against my cheek.

"You're too good for me." I said and he smiled.

"I'm just doing what anyone would do." He said. I smiled before walking back downstairs and into the kitchen to get a drink. When I walked back into the living room I couldn't help but smile that spread across my face. Izzy has been sending over thing for the baby since I accidentally slipped the gender to her. Jace and I wanted to keep it a surprise until the whole family was in town, but my baby brain foiled my plans once again, but Izzy was all into shopping, so it wasn't all bad. "So, what did you pick?" I heard from behind me.

"That was fast." I said and he smiled.

"I'm good at what I do baby." He smirked and I scoffed.

"I haven't picked a movie yet." I said.

"That's okay. How about we just put one on that we've seen a million times?" He asked and I nodded. He ended up picking 'Now You See Me' and I settled under some blankets.

"So, what would you like to know?" I asked Jace.

"What's your middle name?" He asked.

"Adele." I said. "I was named after a grandmother I think."

"Clarissa Adele Fray. Sounds nice together." He said.

"Way better than the other name my father wanted to name me." I said with a laugh.

"And what was that?" Jace asked.

"Seraphina." I said. "It was my fathers mothers name I think, but my mom wasn't having it."

"That doesn't even sound like a name." He said and I laughed.

"Yea. I mean, it didn't matter, he died before I was born, so my mom didn't even give me his last name." I admitted.

"Wait, so the parents that kicked you out, aren't your biologically ones?" He asked.

"My mom is, but Luke is my stepfather." I said. "They met at church after my mom found God after my father died. Luke is the only father I've ever known." I said and he nodded. "My brother remembers my dad though. He was 7 when he died."

"Wait, you have a brother?" He asked.

"Wow, we really don't know each other." I said and he laughed. "I have an older brother. His name is Jonathan. He lives in Europe. We haven't spoken in like 9 years."

"Why not?" He asked.

"He hates Luke, and once he went off to college, he never came home. He found someone abroad, married her, had kids. I haven't even met them." I said.

"You mean, you've never met your nieces or nephews?" He asked and I shook my head. "I can't imagine not knowing my nephews."

"I mean, I don't really know any differently." I admitted.

"So how do you know about them?" He asked.

"We're friends on Facebook." I said, which caused him to laugh. "What about you? What's something I don't know about you?" I asked trying to change the subject.

"Well, you've probably guessed that I'm adopted." He said and I nodded. "But what you don't know is that my parents were murdered when I was 10."

"Oh my god." I said.

"I was the star witness." He further explained and my heart sank. "It was the worst feeling in the world." He admitted. "I was in foster care for 6 months before the Lightwood's found me."

"I can't even imagine that." I said.

"It's horrible, and devastating, but I lucked out. The Lightwood's are amazing people, and I'm lucky to have them." He said.

"How did you cope with that?" I asked.

"Drugs." He said. "Alcohol. Girls. I was reckless in my teenage years. I didn't care what happened to me because I had already been through the worst."

"What changed?" I asked.

"I saw how much my behavior was affecting the Lightwoods. Alec is more than my brother, he's my best friend. There isn't anything I wouldn't do for him, and to know that my actions were hurting him and the rest of the family made me realize that I needed to stop feeling guilty for my parents death, and grieve them. It wasn't until I got out of rehab and accepted that there was nothing I could do to save them, than I really grieved them, and came to terms with everything that happened." He explained. "I had a second chance at a family, and I didn't want to mess that up."

"I'm glad you got clean." I said and he smiled.

"There is a lesson in every struggle. Drugs, and alcohol, and girls taught me to value my life, because at the time I really didn't care if I lived or died." He said.

"I'm glad you lived." I said and he looked at me. "If it's any conciliation."

"I'm more than glad that I lived. I never thought about having a family since I knew what it felt like to lose it, and I never wanted that to happen, but I can't wait to raise our son." He said and I got the biggest smile on my face.

"I know the feeling. I always felt like I didn't belong, or that something was wrong with me growing up. My brother rarely paid attention to me since there was such an age gap, and my mom only cared about Luke." I admitted. "It was pretty lonely. If it weren't for Simon, I think I would have gone crazy, or ran away."

"My parents were great. I felt like they were my best friends, and it didn't matter that I was an only child because I always had my mom or dad." He said with a sad smile. "And when they died, I honestly thought I was all alone in the world." My heart sank for young Jace. I can't even imagine what that feeling was like, granted I didn't get along with my parents, but they were still alive. I moved closer to him on the couch and placed his hand on my belly, where our son was kicking away.

"Promise me we won't make him feel unwanted?" I asked as I looked at Jace. "Promise no matter what happens between us, he will always feel wanted and loved."

"You have my word Clary." He told me. "He will be the most loved child in the world." He said and tears slipped out of my eyes. "What's wrong Clare?" He asked.

"I just want him to have the family I never got." I said. "I just want him to be happy because I know what it feels like to be constantly sad."

"He will never be sad." Jace said. "I don't care if I have to dress up like Santa Clause, the Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy, hell I'll dress up like a freaking duck if it makes him happy." He said and I laughed. "His happiness is the most important thing to me." I nodded because I was still emotional. Damn hormones.

"Why did you sound so against dressing up like a duck?" I asked once I calmed down.

"I hate those blood thirsty beasts." He said and I laughed.

"I'll just add that weird fact to the list." I said and he pulled me into him. I knew our son was going to be loved, but that didn't make it any less scary.

Time Jump – Eight Months Pregnant

Jace POV:

My whole family was coming in to stay until the baby was born. Clary was almost finished her 8th month, and I was freaking out. I didn't know the first thing about being a father. Hell, I still feel like a kid sometimes myself, but I was going to have a son soon, and that was terrifying.

Alec agreed to pick our parents and Max up from the airport, which was nice, but also gave me a lot of down time to avidly clean, which wasn't exactly good for someone with OCD. I knew it drove Clary crazy, but thankfully she was taking a nap, so she couldn't see me scrubbing the kitchen counters.

Izzy and Simon were driving in later this week, so we didn't have to worry about them needing a ride, but at this point I would feel better if they were already here. I was going a little crazy just thinking about all the possibilities of messing up my child. I know Izzy would slap me upside the head for thinking that way, but I couldn't help it. The doorbell pulled me out of my thoughts, and I put the rang down and went to answer it. The moment the door opened, in ran Rafe and Max.

"Magnus, thank god you're here." I said and he laughed.

"I never thought I'd hear you say those words." He said as we walked into the house.

"I'm kinda going stir crazy here." I admitted.

"Why?" He asked.

"Clary is napping, so that just leaves me with my thoughts and all I can think about is ruining my child's life." I told him honestly.

"Look, no one is prepared to be a parent." Magnus said. "When Max came into our lives, Alec and I had no idea what we were doing. It was all luck mostly, and your parents. The truth is, you're going to mess up, but as long as you love the kid, everything will be fine."

"I hope so." I said.

"Do you wanna know how many times Alec and I made mistakes?" He asked and I simply nodded. "Practically the first year of Max's life." He told me. "But he's an amazing little boy, and that's because Alec and I love him more than anything."

"Thanks Magnus." I said. "I needed that pep talk." I said and he smiled.

"Parenting is tough, but it's the greatest thing that's ever happened to me, and Alec will tell you the same thing." He said and the moment he said his name, the door opened again. And in walked Maryse, Robert, Max and Alec.

"Speak of the devil." I said and everyone smiled.

"Where is Clary?" Maryse asked.

"She's upstairs sleeping. She's exhausted." I told her.

"I can only imagine. The 8th month is one of the hardest." She said.

"Why is that?" I asked curiously.

"Because you've gone through all the shit that is pregnancy, but you still have to wait to have the kid. I was ready to have Alec when I was 7 months pregnant because I was tired of waiting to meet him." Maryse said. "The waiting is the hardest part."

"Tell me about it." I said with a laugh. "I just want to be a dad, no matter how terrified I am."

"You're going to be an amazing father Jace." Maryse said.

"Thanks Maryse." I said.

"Rafe! Don't do that!" We heard from upstairs. I didn't even have time to think before I realized that I was running upstairs.

"What's going on?" I asked when I got upstairs.

"Rafe was going to go into your room." Max said.

"You can't go in there Rafe. Clary is sleeping." I said and he nodded.

"I just wanted to see the nursery. I didn't know what door it was." He admitted.

"Why didn't you just ask?" I questioned him, but he just shrugged. "Well, since you're all here, would you like to see?" I asked my family behind me.

"I've been dying to find out." Maryse said. I laughed and went over to the nursery door, I took a deep breath before opening the door. "You're having a boy?!" Maryse yelled.

"We're having a boy." We all heard from the hallway, and when I walked out there stood Clary.

"Did we wake you up?" I asked.

"It's kinda hard to sleep through the yelling, but I've been asleep for awhile so it was probably for the best." Clary said and I nodded.

"Oh my sweetheart, you're huge." Maryse said as her hands made her way to her belly.

"I know. I feel like a double wide load." Clary said and everyone laughed. "But it'll all be worth it when he's here."

"I know the feeling." Maryse said. "Do you have a name picked out yet?" She asked.

"As a matter of fact we do." I said. "We just decided on it last week."

"And? What is it?" Robert asked.

"Shane Alexander Herondale." Clary said and I could see the joy in Alec's face.

"It's wonderful." Maryse said. She helped Clary down the stairs as Magnus ushered the kids down, followed by Robert and Max.

"You sure you want to name your son after me?" Alec asked.

"Of course." I said. "It was actually Clary's idea."

"Really?" He asked shocked.

"Yea. You've done a lot for us since Clary came out here." I told him. "Plus, there isn't anyone else I'd rather name my son after." I said. "I mean, you did the same thing with Max."

"He looked like a Max the minute Magnus and I saw him, you on the other hand haven't even seen your son yet." Alec said.

"I didn't name him Alexander." I told him. "His name is Shane, but when it came to his middle name, it was a no brainer. You're my best friend, my brother. There isn't anyone better for this."

"In that case, I truly appreciate it, and I'm honored." He said and I smiled.

"Good because as godfather, you have some big obligations." I said.

"Godfather? Who said anything about being his godfather?" Alec stuttered.

"Me of course." I said.

"You're lucky I already love your kid." Alec said and I laughed.

"Love you man." I said and we hugged.

"Love you too." He said before we joined the others. Just seeing Clary and my family getting along so well made me really confident in the future that we had together. It may have only been a few months, but I knew deep in my heart that I would never do anything to jeopardize what Clary and I had. I just couldn't because no matter what, she was always going to be apart of my family.

Time Jump – Two Weeks Later

Clary POV:

I woke up in the middle of the night in pain. I looked down and everything was wet. My due date wasn't for another 2 weeks, but it seems like I just went into labor, and I was freaked out. I started smacking Jace to wake him up.

"What's wrong?" He finally answered.

"My water just broke." I said. "I'm in labor."

"Shit." He jumped out of bed. "Who do I call first?" He asked.

"Call Tessa, since she's the midwife, she should be here first, than call Lydia." I said and he nodded. "Also, get Maryse and Izzy. I need help into the pool." I said and he nodded. Before I knew it, Maryse and Izzy were walking into the room.

"You ready Clary?" Izzy asked.

"Not really, but I will be." I said and they both laughed. They helped me out of bed and down the stairs. Alec and Magnus were working on the pool, so in the kitchen I got changed into a sports bra and nothing on the bottom. Maryse wrapped a towel around me, and we made our way back into the living room where the pool was completely set up.

"Thank you boys." Maryse said and they both nodded. They came over and both gave me a kiss on the cheek before going back upstairs. I was helped into the water, when Jace came in.

"Okay, everyone is called, and they should be here soon." He said as he made his way over to me.

"Thank you." I said and he pressed his lips to mine.

"Of course." He said. This was the scariest part of the pregnancy so far, but I was ready, or as ready as I'll ever be.

Time Jump – Hours Later

Izzy POV:

We didn't want to invade the birthing process, so we all were upstairs, but being one floor up didn't stop the screams from Clary. She sounded like she was in so much pain. I wanted to cry from her screams, and I wasn't even giving birth.

"When we decided to have a family Simon, make sure I have access to all the drugs in the world. And if I ever propose a home birth, slap me. You have my permission." I said and he smiled.

"Hospital it is." He said and I nodded as a scream ripped through the house.

"I'm going to go see if they need anything." I said and they all nodded. I made my way downstairs and when I reached the living room, I saw my mom on the side of the pool, as Jace was in the pool behind Clary.

"Take a few deep breaths Clary." Tessa, the midwife said. Clary screamed as if she didn't even hear her speak. "I know it's painful Clary, but you need to be a few more centimeters dilated before you start pushing." She told her.

"I want him out of me god damn it!" Clary yelled.

"I know you do Clary, but you just have to wait a little longer." Tessa said.

"Mom." I said and she turned around. "Is there anything I can get you?" I asked.

"Some water for Clary would be good." She said.

"I don't want any god damn water. I want my fucking baby!" Clary yelled. Jace leaned forward and whispered something in her ear and she nodded. "But I guess water would be good." She said. I went into the kitchen and got a glass of water. When I came back out, Clary looked better. "Sorry for screaming Iz. I was in the middle of a contraction."

"It's okay." I said and she smiled. I handed her the glass and she took a few sips of it.

"Thank you." She said. My mom took it from her and put it on the ground.

"I'll be upstairs if you need anything else." I said and they all nodded. I made my way back to where everyone was and took a seat next to Simon. "Yup, never having a home birth ever." I said and they all laughed. I couldn't wait for Clary to have her baby, I just didn't want to see her in pain anymore.

Time Jump – Two Hours Later

Jace POV:

"Come on Clary, one more push." I encouraged her. Clary has been pushing for about an hour now, and I could tell she was tired.

"I can't do it." Clary cried.

"Yes you can. Just think, once you push, he'll be here and you can hold him." I tried to get her to focus on what happens after the painful pushing is over. "You just have to get through the pain right now."

"It hurts Jace. It hurts so much." She cried, and honestly I wanted to cry with her.

"I know it does baby, but think about Shane, he'll be here so soon, but you need to push." I told her. I felt her nod, and she got in position again.

"Alright Clary, push." Tessa said and Clary screamed and pushed hard as she could. "I can see his head Clary, keep pushing." Tessa said and I felt Clary push even harder. "Almost…..almost." Tessa said. Every second I was getting more and more anxious. "He's here." Tessa shouted as she pulled him out of the water. Clary was crying as she leaned back against me. "Congratulations you guys, you are the proud parents of a beautiful baby boy." She said as she took him out to look him over.

After everything was finished with the birth, I got out of the pool and got everything Clary needed. Clothes, a towel and something to eat. I helped Clary out of the pool, and gave her the towel. Maryse was overseeing what was going on with Shane, and I was helping Clary onto the couch. After she got settled Tessa came walking over.

"Who wants to hold him first?" She asked.

"Clary." I said and she nodded. She handed out son to Clary and she started crying again.

"Welcome home little guy." Clary said as she kissed his forehead. I put my arm around her and she leaned into me. I looked down at the beautiful little boy we created together and I couldn't wait to do everything with him when he grew up. I was going to do anything for him, that was a promise.

Time Jump – Six Months Later

Clary POV:

I have literally never been so tired in my whole entire life. Shane loved to wake up 4 times a night and eat, and there have been a couple nights that I fall asleep in the rocking chair and Jace has found me. I knew raising a baby was going to be tough, but I think I underestimated it just a tad bit.

Shane was finally down for his nap and I was on the couch trying to get some sleep in. the house was a mess, but I simply didn't care. I was tired, and I needed some sleep. I vaguely heard the door open, but I didn't even bother to look. When I felt lips press against my head I finally opened my eyes.

"What are you doing home?" I asked Jace.

"There wasn't much to do today, and I knew you've been extremely tired, so I thought I'd come home and give you the rest of the day off." He said and I started crying. "What's wrong?" He asked worriedly.

"Nothing. That's just the best thing I've ever heard." I managed to get out and Jace let out a small laugh.

"Where is the little guy?" He asked.

"He's napping. I was just trying to get in a few minutes of sleep while I could." I told him.

"Well, you sleep as long as you like. I'll take care of him." Jace said.

"Just wake me up if he's hungry." I said and he nodded. I cuddled under the blanket even further and let myself drift into a deep sleep that I was desperately needed.

Time Jump – Two Weeks Later

Jace POV:

This was the first business trip that I was going on since Shane was born, and I had to admit, I wasn't looking forward to leaving them both. Clary seemed like she was doing better since I started taking a lot of half days to help her out. It was fair that she was taking most of the responsibility of our kid. And my boss understood that, since he had a couple kids himself.

But here I was, packing for a business trip, and I was absolutely dreading it. I could hear Clary talking to Shane through the baby monitor and I was absolutely going to miss that. She had the sweetest baby voice when it came to Shane and it was one of the many reason that I have started falling in love with her. Our relationship has kind of taken a back seat due to Shane's arrival, but we were still in a good place, and I could only see it getting better.

"You want daddy little man?" I heard Clary say and I couldn't help but smile. A minute later, Clary walked into our room. "There you go little guy, there is daddy." Clary said and I turned around.

"Come here little guy." I said as Clary handed him over to him and get got the cutest gummy smile on his face. "Man am I going to miss you." I said and Clary smiled. "Both of you."

"You'll be home at the end of the week." Clary said.

"This is the first time I've had to leave him. I'm going to miss him." I admitted and Clary smiled.

"We're going to miss you too. But Magnus is close by, and if I need a break, I won't hesitate to call him." She said and I nodded. "Now, You better go. You're picking up Alec and I don't want you two missing your flight." She said and I nodded. She grabbed my bag and we headed downstairs.

We got to the front door, and I gave Shane one more kiss before handing him back to Clary. I gave her a kiss as she handed the bag over to me.

"I'll call you when I land." I said and she nodded.

"Sounds good to me." She said.

"Bye Clary. Bye little man." I said as I took Shane's hand in mine.

"Say bye daddy." Clary said as she waved his little hand, and Shane just giggled.

"I love you little dude." I said as I kissed his head.

"He loves you too." Clary said.

"Bye." I said once more and she smiled before I opened the door and left. This was going to be a long week, I already knew it.

Time Jump – Four Days Later

Clary POV:

I was feeling incredibly sick lately, but I knew that I just had to pull through. It was late, and I was finally getting to go to sleep, and I couldn't wait. It was like sleep was pulling me towards it. I could faintly hear Shane whimpering through the baby monitor but I figured I'd just let him cry it out because let's face it, I needed sleep.

Magnus POV:

I haven't heard from Clary in two days, and I was starting to worry. It's not that she called me often, but something felt off to me. I tried calling, but she never picked up. And after I tried this morning, I knew that I needed to go over and see. Thankfully the boys were both in school so I didn't need to worry about them.

When I got to the house, I opened the door and I immediately heard Shane whaling. I made my way to his nursery, and he was standing in his crib, eyes bloodshot from crying. I made my way over to him and picked him up and started rocking him. He was calming down, so I decided to make my way to Clary's room. When I walked in, she was in bed, but what I noticed was her breathing was oddly and alarmingly low. I went over and she was sweating and beyond hot. I grabbed my phone and called 911.

"911, what's your emergency?" The operator asked.

"My sister-in-law is unconscious." I said into the phone.

"Okay, I'm dispatching an ambulance right away, what are her symptoms?" The operator asked.

"She's extremely hot, and sweating, and her breathing is very shallow, and her heartbeat is slow." I said.

"Okay. The ambulance should be there shortly." She said. I hung up the phone and continued to rock Shane. When I heard the sirens, I went downstairs and opened the door for the paramedics. I directed them to the room, and they put Clary on the gurney and started working on her. I grabbed the keys to Clary's car. I locked Shane in and followed the ambulance. I knew I needed to tell Jace, but for right now, I wanted to have as much information as possible before I did anything.

Time Jump – Hours Later

Alec POV:

It had been a long day, and Jace and I finally got back to the hotel room. I was ready for bed, but when my phone started blaring, I knew that I couldn't ignore it. Especially when I saw that it was Magnus.

"Hey." I answered.

"Hey Alec." He said somberly.

"What's wrong Magnus? Did something happen to the boys?" I asked worriedly.

"No. The boys are fine. Clary on the other hand, is in the hospital." He said and I looked at Jace.

"Why?" I simply asked.

"Pneumonia." He said. "I found her unconscious in bed this morning."

"Oh my god." I said as I took a seat on the bed.

"She's currently sedated, but I wanted to tell you so that you could tell Jace." He explained. "I don't think he could handle hearing this over the phone."

"I understand." I said.

"The doctor just came in. I'll talk to you soon Alexander." He said.

"Love you Magnus." I said.

"I love you too." He said back before we hung up.

"Everything okay man?" Jace asked.

"Not really." I said.

"Is something wrong with Rafe or Max?" He asked.

"No. Everything is fine with them. That call was actually about Clary." I said and he snapped towards me.

"What about Clary?" He asked urgently.

"She's in the hospital." I said and he shot out of bed.

"How?" He asked.

"Magnus found her unconscious in bed this morning. Apparently she had a pretty bad case of pneumonia, she's currently sedated." I explained the best I could.

"Oh my god. I need to go home." He said as he started packing.

"Of course. I'll tell everyone what happened." I said.

"Thanks Alec." He said and before I could respond, he was out of the room. I couldn't imagine what he was thinking, but I knew if the roles were reversed, I'd be just as freaked out.

Jace POV:

I got the last seat, on the soonest flight to get back home. The whole entire flight back home I was fidgeting. I couldn't believe Clary was sedated, and than when I thought about Shane, I just got even more anxious. I just wanted to get home to Clary and my son, but it seemed like the flight just got longer and longer the more I thought about it.

Once the plane landed, I was pleasantly surprised to be greeted with Izzy and Simon. I walked over and Izzy pulled me into a hug.

"What are you two doing here?" I asked.

"Magnus called us first. He wanted us to get in before he called Alec to let you know." Izzy explained. "Our plane landed a few hours ago, and we were just waiting for you."

"How did you know I'd be landing here?" I asked and she laughed.

"This is your go-to airport." Izzy said and I laughed.

"Well, let's get to the hospital." I said and they nodded. The drive to the airport was even more nerve-wracking. All I wanted to do was see my family. When we got there, I went straight to the nurses station. "Excuse me, I'm looking for Clarissa Fray." I asked.

"Relationship?" The nurse asked.

"She's my wife." I said because I thought it would get me in faster.

"Clarissa Fray is in room 234." She said and I nodded. We all made our way to the room, and when we walked in, Rafe and Max were sitting on the floor, while Shane was asleep in Magnus's arms.

"Oh thank god." I said as I made my way over to him. Magnus generously handed him over and I cuddled him close to me. That's when I turned around and saw Clary. "Oh my god." I said as I made my way over to her.

"Come on boys, lets go get something to eat." I heard Magnus say. Before he could leave, I just had to thank him.

"Hey Magnus." I said and he turned around. "Thank you for taking care of my family." I said and he smiled.

"It was my pleasure. They're my family too." He said before he left the room.

"Simon and I didn't have time to get a hotel." Izzy said. "Mind if we crash at your place?" She asked.

"Of course not." I said. "Is the rest of the family coming in as well?" I asked.

"Yea. Their flight lands tomorrow." She said and I nodded. "We'll see you later." She said and her and Simon left us alone. I pulled a chair up, while Shane continued to sleep in my arms. I took Clary's hand in mine and kissed her knuckles.

"You don't get to leave me like this Clary. I don't know how serious pneumonia gets, but I love you, and I can't do this without you." I whispered to her. A moment later, Shane started to stir. I got up and started rocking him, while my eyes stayed on Clary. I didn't know how long she would be unconscious, but I prayed that I wasn't too long.

Time Jump – Two Days Later

Clary POV:

I heard the beeping of the heart monitor and knew exactly where I was: the hospital. I don't remember what happened except feeling sick and going to bed, but other than that, I have no idea how long I've been here, or what was even wrong with me. I opened my eyes a little and saw Shane and Jace sleeping together on the couch. Shane was resting on Jace's chest, and I couldn't help but smile. I looked at the side of the bed and hit the nurses button. A moment later, she walked in.

"Good to see you awake Clary, how can I help you?" She asked.

"Can I have some water please?" I asked and she nodded. I moved the bed so that I was sitting up, and I guess the noise woke Shane up, which in turn woke Jace up. The moment his eyes landed on mine, his eyes widened.

"Clary." He said before walking over to me. "You're awake."

"Yea. How long have I been here?" I asked.

"A couple days." He said.

"What happened to me?" I asked and the nurse walked back in with my water.

"Pneumonia. Apparently you had a really bad case of it." Jace said and I nodded as I took a sip of water. "You scared the crap out of me Clary."

"I'm sorry. I thought it was just a bad cold. I didn't think I would end up in the hospital." I told him honestly.

"You're okay, and so is Shane. That's all that matters to me." He said as he took a seat in the chair next to my bed. He put Shane on the bed, and he took his hand in mine. "Clary." He said and I looked into those golden eyes. "I love you." He said with so much conviction in his voice. Shane started to crawl towards me, and I picked him up and put him on my lap, than I took Jace's hand in mine.

"I love you too." I said and his eyes started to glow with so much love and happiness.

"God I love you so much." He said and I couldn't help but laugh, and apparently neither could Shane, he was giggling up a storm. "What are you laughing at little dude?" Jace asked as he tickled Shane's belly, which only increased his laughter. I didn't even realize a nurse walked in until she cleared her throat and we all looked at her.

"The doctor should be in soon to discuss when you can be released and what to do until he pneumonia goes away." She said and we nodded. "And you are a beautiful family." She said with a smile before walking out of the room. I looked at Shane, his red hair and golden eyes, than I looked at Jace.

"I'm sorry I scared you." I told him honestly.

"You're okay, and that's all I care about." He said and I smiled. I scooted over on the bed, and he took a seat while we played with Shane. I was thankful that I had a family that was so loving and amazing, and I couldn't wait to continue to raise Shane with Jace.

Time Jump – Three Years Later

Clary POV:

Jace, Shane and I were currently in New York visiting Maryse, Robert and Max. Shane was the most hyperactive 3 year old I've ever come in contact with, but he was also the sweetest little boy. Plus he was the best big brother anyone could ever ask for.

Ella was born a year ago, and when I tell you that Jace was completely and totally wrapped around her finger would be an understatement. When we found out we were having a girl, Jace nearly fainted. He was super protective of me, and Shane was no different. He was the carbon copy of Jace in that way, and was always making sure his baby sister was okay. It was probably the cutest thing in the world.

As for Jace and I, we've been engaged for a little over 6 months, and couldn't wait to get married. Truthfully, getting married wasn't a propriety of ours in the sense that we were planning, but if something came up with the kids or our family, automatically that became our first priority. Thankfully Izzy was super into wedding planning, so she always picked up when I needed to focus on something else. By the end of the year we'd be married, and I couldn't wait to be Mrs. Herondale.

We were currently out for lunch with Maryse, Robert and Max and it was truly amazing to have them be so supportive of Jace and I's growing family. We aren't done having kids yet, but having Shane and Ella so close in age made us want to wait a little before we had anymore.

"So, how is everything going?" Maryse asked.

"Wonderfully. Izzy came in last month to help plan the wedding, but Ella got sick, so I kinda just pawned it off to her." I said honestly.

"Good luck with that." Robert said with a laugh.

"I gave her guidelines. I just hope she follows them." I said honestly. Everyone laughed and continued to ask Jace about his job and about my education. It's taking me a lot longer than expected since I wasn't planning having two kids, but in a couple months I'll be done with my doctorate, and I really couldn't wait.

"Clarissa?" I heard and my whole entire boy froze. I turned around slightly and there stood my mom and Luke.

"Hi." I simply said because I really wasn't expecting to see them here at all.

"I didn't know you were in town." She said.

"I wasn't aware you knew that I moved." I said bitterly.

"I have my sources." She simply said. "Who are these people?" She asked.

"This is Jace, my fiancé, and our kids Shane and Ella." I said. "And these are his parents, Maryse and Robert, and his younger brother Max."

"You had another bastard?" She questioned and Jace looked like she wanted to rip her head off.

"First off, don't you dare call my children that." I said in a dangerous tone. "They may have been born out of wedlock, but they are more loved than Jonathan and I ever were as children."

"Stop with the dramatic Clarissa." My mom said. "You were perfectly capable of taking care of yourself."

"At 10 years old? I highly doubt I was taking care of myself properly. I mean I ate candy for lunch my entire fifth grade year because you refused to make me a lunch." I said angrily.

"You're just seeking attention Clarissa. It doesn't look good on you." She said and I scoffed.

"Are we done yet mother? I'd like to get back to lunch with my family." I said and she rolled her eyes.

"Of course. Luke and I are going to find somewhere else to eat. Don't want your sins washing off on the rest of us." She linked her arms with Luke before storming out of the restaurant. I rolled my eyes and took my seat and Jace put his arm around me.

"She was a nightmare." Maryse finally said and I couldn't help but laugh.

"She always has been." I said truthfully.

"I can see why you left." Robert said.

"And why I've stayed away for so long. But I love my life, and I love my family. I don't care what she thinks or what opinions she has on my lifestyle." I said as Shane climbed into my lap.

"She was scary mommy." He said and I pulled him close to me.

"I know she was buddy, but you won't ever have to see her again." I told him.

"But she's your mommy." He pointed out.

"But she isn't a very good one." I said.

"She's my grandma isn't she?" He asked.

"Yes she is, but she isn't nearly as cool as your Nannie." I said and he smiled as he looked at Maryse.

"Nannie is pretty cool." He said and Maryse smiled.

"That's because I got you that dinosaur you always wanted." Maryse said and he laughed before hopping off my lap and running towards her.

"That's only part of the reason Nannie." He said.

"And what's the other reason?" She asked.

"Because you're the bestest Nannie in the world!" He cheered and Maryse pulled him into a tight hug.

"I love you so much Shane." She said and I couldn't help but smile. I shifted Ella in my arms and Jace put his arm around me.

"I love you too Nannie." Shane said and I didn't care how terrible my mom was, this was all the family I needed. "Uh Nannie?" Shane questioned.

"Yes my sweet little angel?" Maryse asked.

"You're squishing me."

Authors Note:

Okay, so a guest requested this one shot, and it instantly got my creative juices flowing! So I hope whoever you are, really enjoys this one shot! Let me know what you think and leave a review!

So, I have a one shot in the works, but I'm going on vacation on Sunday, and I'll be gone for like 2 weeks, so I might not be able to update, but I'll try and get that one shot done but no promises! Thank you for all the kind words, birthday wishes, and awesome requests! :)