One Hundred and Twenty Fifth Story:

Blended Family

Clary POV:

Sebastian and I got married young. We were in love, and thought that it would last forever. Unfortunately, our fairy tale love story wasn't meant to be. We had a great 6 years together, and even had our precious little baby Jane together, but when she was 2, we both looked at each other one day and realized that we just weren't in love anymore. We loved each other, but as friends. And we never wanted Jane to grow up with us pretending around her. We didn't make it, and that's okay.

We had a very civil divorce. There was no ill will towards each other, so the process went by extremely quick, and custody wasn't an issue. We decided to just take every other week with her until she was old enough for school, and than I would get her for the school week, and Sebastian got her for the weekends. Plus we were also super flexible when need be. Our top priority was Jane, and if one of us needed the other to keep her longer, or wanted her for a weekend, we could totally swing that.

When Jane was 3ish, I met Jace for the first time. We had a very strange first meeting, but when we met the second time, for real, things just felt so right. Everything just seemed to click, and it was like I had found a piece of my soul that had been missing my whole life. He was funny, smart, charismatic, kind, and pretty hot if I do say so myself. He was absolutely everything to me, and I couldn't be more thankful that he came into my life.

We didn't waste much time before we got married. It was just the right move, and I was ready to start my life with him. Jane loved him, and Jace loved her. He treated her just like he would treat his own kid, and what mom could possibly ask for more? Jane had two loving parents, and a loving stepfather. She was blessed beyond words.

Maybe a year or so after Jace and I got married, Sebastian actually met someone. She was very nice, and someone that I could totally see Sebastian with. They clicked on a level that Sebastian and I never did, and I was happy that he found her. That got married and started their lives together, and in our eyes, we were the perfect blended family. Jane was the glue that brought us all together, and the glue that kept us together. We all loved her more than words could express, and that's all that mattered.

Jane was now 7, and our family just continued to grow. Jace and I ended up having two little girls about a year into our marriage. Twins was a shock to us, but just like Jane, they were loved beyond words. Hayden and Mackenzie were 2 years old, and perfect little angels. Or they were in Jace's eyes at least. They could get into all sorts of trouble, but I was thankful that they weren't identical. Which means I didn't have to worry about them trying to trade places later in life. Hayden got my red hair, while Mackenzie got Jace's beautiful blonde hair. She also got my curls, whereas Hayden had very straight hair. Mackenzie also had my green eyes, and Hayden got the beautiful gold. They were precious, and Jane loved them beyond measure.

But the family didn't stop there. Sebastian and Kaelie had a little boy about a year ago, and Jane was super excited to have a brother. She loved her sisters, but I think she really wanted to experience a brother. He was cute as could be, and super happy all the time. And I didn't think our family was done there. I knew Sebastian wanted more, and Jace and I weren't opposed to having more either. But that would all happen when we were ready. We just were enjoying our life right now, and I couldn't be happier where I ended up.

"Hey babe! Don't forget, Jane doesn't have school Monday, so Sebastian and Kaelie are keeping her an extra night!" Jace said as he walked into the room. "And my parents are taking the twins for the weekend, so it's just us." He said with a wicked smirk on his lips.

"Is that so Mr. Herondale?" I said seductively. It was rare that we had an entire weekend without the kids. "What ever will we do?" I questioned and he smiled.

"I have the whole weekend planned." He said.

"Really?" I asked kinda surprised.

"Of course. Sebastian told us about this last week, so I talked to my mom and got everything settled." He told me.

"Wow. So we can actually go out on a date? Like a real one?" I asked and he laughed.

"A very real one." Jace said. "Pack a light suitcase."

"Wow. You aren't kidding are you?" I asked and he laughed.

"Not in the slightest. We have a hotel room until Sunday night." He said and I couldn't help the smile.

"Where are we going?" I asked excitedly.

"New York City." He said and my eyes nearly popped out of my head. We lived in New York, but getting to the city wasn't an easy voyage, but it was my all time favorite place to be.

"You're the best husband in the world!" I shouted and he laughed.

"Anything for you Mrs. Herondale." He winked before exiting the room. I ran to the closet and started packing for the weekend. I had no idea what was planned, but I was excited to get to spend the weekend away with Jace.

Time Jump – New York City

Jace POV:

Clary and I got in last night, so we just took the night to relax, something that we rarely got to do with the kids, and it was amazing. But tonight is the night that I have everything planned. Clary was without a doubt the hardest working person I've ever met, and the greatest mother, and human on this planet. She rarely did anything for herself, so this weekend away was to do something she's always wanted to do, but never had the chance.

I was standing in the living room of our room waiting for Clary to come out of our bedroom. I was playing with my cufflinks when I heard the door open. I looked up and out walked Clary looking like a fucking angel. I seriously lose my breath every single time I see her.

"Like what you see Mr. Herondale?" Clary said as she leaned against the doorframe.

"There isn't a day that goes by that I don't thank the lord that you're Mrs. Herondale." I said as I made my way over to her.

"I'm the lucky one." Clary said as he rested her hands on my chest as mine rested on her hips.

"I think we're both incredibly lucky." I told her and she smiled before leaning up and pressing her lips to mine. "But if we're going to make it on time, we should leave." I reluctantly said. I was s willing to never leave this hotel room for the whole weekend, but I had a surprise for Clary, and I couldn't wait to give it to her.

"Can I know where we're going yet?" Clary asked as I took her hand in mine and led her out of the room.

"That would ruin the surprise." I said and she groaned, but I couldn't help but laugh. I knew she hated surprises, but I knew she was going to love this one, which is why I didn't tell her beforehand like I normally do.

As we make our way to the surprise, I can't help but remember the first time I met Clary. It seems like it was only yesterday, but we've been through so much together, and when I think about the life we built together, I can't stop the smile that spreads across my face.

Flashback:

I just had just moved to town for my job, and I was loving it so far. The people that I've met were really nice, and it felt good to be in a different place helping different people. It was one thing I loved about being a public defender. I got to help people who felt like they were being cheated by the system, and I got to move anywhere and still continue to do what I love since people were in need everywhere.

I was just coming out of the courthouse looking at my newest case, when I bumped into someone. She stumbled back and I caught her hand before she fell over.

"I'm so sorry." I said as I pulled her upright.

"Don't worry about it." She said. "I'm naturally clumsy."

"I'm Jace." I introduced myself to her.

"Clary." She said.

"Do you work here? I've never seen you around." I asked curiously wondering why she was coming out of the courthouse.

"Oh no. I just got divorced." She said but she didn't seem upset. "I was just changing my last name."

"I'm sorry to hear that." I said.

"It's okay. Sometimes you just fall out of love." She said and I nodded. "We had good times, we have the greatest daughter, and we did what made us happy. Nothing to be sad about."

"Are you busy?" I abruptly asked and she looked at me, and shook her head. "Would you like to grab a cup of coffee?" I asked pretty forwardly, but she smiled at me, and I knew she was going to say yes.

"I'd like that." She said and we made our way across the street to the coffee shop that was so conveniently placed.

We took a seat and ordered our coffee and just started talking. Nothing too serious, but we were having a great time. I don't even know how long we were there, but when her phone started ringing, she picked it up and looked at the messages, before she sighed.

"I'm sorry. I have to go. My ex has an emergency at work, and I need to get our daughter." She said and I nodded. "Thank you for the coffee." She said before rushing out of the coffee shop. I watched her go as I realized that I only had her first name. I had no idea if I'd ever see her again, but something told me that it was a possibility and I was going to hang onto that feeling.

Time Jump – One Year Later

Jace POV:

I just had the worst day of my life, and I was in desperate need of a drink. I walked into the nearest bar, not even caring how dingy it looked, and ordered a drink. I was sitting there in silence, when I heard that sweet voice that hasn't left my head.

"Funny running into you here." I heard and I turned around to see Clary.

"I was starting to think you were a figment of my imagination." I said, and she laughed before taking a seat.

"I realized later that day that I left without getting your number or even your last name." She laughed. "I went to the courthouse to find you, but I never saw your name."

"That is my fault." I told her. "My real name isn't Jace. It's just a nickname."

"Ah. That would be my problem." Clary said and I smiled.

"I'm Jonathan Herondale." I said as I reached my hand out to hers. "But everyone calms me Jace."

"Well, it's a pleasure to meet you." She laughed as she took my hand in hers. "I'm Clarissa Fray, but everyone calls me Clary."

"Would you like to have dinner with me?" I asked abruptly again, but I didn't care.

"I'd like that." She said and I paid for my drink, and we headed out of the bar and went to dinner. I was hooked, and I could see myself spending a lot of time with her.

End of Flashback

"Oh my god! We're going to the opera!" Clary shouted as we got to the theater and I was pulled out of my thoughts.

"I know you've always wanted to go, but never got the chance." I said and she smiled.

"You truly are the best husband in the world." Clary said as she leaned over and kissed me.

"Come on." I said as I reached for her hand. "Let's go." We walked into the theater and I could just feel the excitement radiating off of Clary, and I knew this was going to be an amazing weekend together.

Time Jump – Two Months Later

Clary POV:

Things have been jammed packed these last few months. Jane was playing soccer, and the twins were in gymnastics, and my gallery was taking off, and Jace was getting more and more cases every week. It seemed like we barely got to see each other these days, and it really sucked. By the time bedtime rolled around, we both hit the pillow and were passed out.

Thankfully Celine and Stephen were in town for the week, so some of the responsibility was split four ways, and they were giving Jace and I time off for a date night, and we desperately needed it. The entire day I couldn't get my mind off just being alone with Jace for one night. Without any interruptions, and it was going to be amazing.

When I got home, everything was quiet. I walked into the living room where Celine and Stephen were, and two sleeping toddlers. I sighed relief, thankful that they were asleep. Don't get me wrong, I love my babies, but if they saw me leaving, they would throw a fit.

"Thank you so much for being here guys." I said in a whisper, and Celine and Stephen turned around.

"You two deserve a night off." Celine said. "Jace is going to meet you there."

"We'll be back late. You know the routine, and Jane is going to go right to Sebastian's after practice." I reminded them.

"Have an amazing time tonight." Celine said and I smiled. I ran upstairs and got ready in record time. I walked past Celine and Stephen and gave the kids a kiss before heading out. It was nice not having responsibility for the night, and Jace and I were definitely going to take advantage of that.

Time Jump – Summer Break

Jace POV:

Summers were normally the time where some parents got a break with their kids going to camps and being outside all house of the day. Clary and I seemed to get the kids who wanted nothing to do with being away from us during the day. Jane was fine, but Hayden and Mackenzie were attached to Clary's hip all the time. We loved them, but Clary did have work to get done, and we hope that they grow out of the phase of wanted to follow her around all the time.

It was a weekday, and my caseload was rather light. I was at my desk just going over a couple cases that I was working on when my phone started to ring.

"Jace Herondale speaking, how can I help you?" I said automatically.

"Hey man, I need a favor." I heard Sebastian ask, that's when I saw that I picked up my cell phone and not my office phone.

"Sure, what's up?" I asked.

"Jane has camp until 2:15 this afternoon, but I just got called into work, and Kaelie is out with Riker at some class they're taking together, and won't be around." He explained. "Can you get Jane and keep her until one of us can get her?"

"Absolutely." I said. "What camp is she at?" I asked.

"She's at Creative Arts Camp with Alicante Art Studios." Sebastian said and I wrote it down.

"Yea man. I got her." I said.

"Thank you so much." He said and we hung up. I enjoyed the relationship that our blended families had.

When 1:50 rolled around, I decided to head out and get Jane. It was a slow day anyway, so they weren't going to be missing me, and if I needed, I would just stay a couple extra hours tomorrow. I pulled up to the camp and went over to the building that said registration. I knew I was going to have to talk to someone in order to get Jane.

"Welcome to Creative Arts Camp, how can I help you?" The woman asked.

"Hey, I'm here to pick up my stepdaughter. Her father was supposed to get her, but work got in the way, and he asked me. I just didn't know if you needed to see some ID or something in order for me to take her." I explained.

"Oh course, what's her name?" She asked.

"Jane Verlac." I said and she started typing.

"Okay, Jane Verlac, parents Sebastian Verlac, and Clarissa Herondale. I'm assuming you're Mr. Herondale?" She asked and I handed over my license. She started typing in the computer and handed it back to me. "Okay, well I put you in the system in case this happens again. I'll take you over to Jane." She said and I nodded. We started walking towards where Jane potentially was, and I was looking at the camp and everything that was going on. "You know, I'm surprised that Jane's father asked you to pick her up." She said after a few moments of silence.

"Why is that?" I asked curiously.

"Normally broken families don't get along." She said, and that annoyed me a little.

"We aren't broken." I said and she looked at me.

"But you're her stepfather…." She started, but I didn't want to hear it.

"Yes, Jane's parents split up, but that doesn't mean we have to hate each other." I explained to her. "They simply fell out of love, and didn't want Jane growing up in an environment that wasn't healthy for any of them. I married her mother, and her father remarried as well, and we're just a blended family that can rely on each other when we need too."

"That's pretty spectacular." She said before we stopped.

"It's what should always happen when it comes to what's best for the kids." I said and she nodded.

"Jane! Your stepfather is here!" She called and Jane looked up and smiled.

"Jace!" She cheered as she ran over to me and picked her up.

"What's up kiddo?" I asked.

"Where is my dad?" She asked.

"He got called into work. Asked if I could pick you up." I explained to her. "So you get to hang out with us until him or Kaelie is done."

"Okay." She said and I put her down and grabbed her hand. We waved goodbye to the woman and headed out. "Is mom home or at the gallery?" She asked.

"She's home today. Mackenzie has a slight fever." I said as we made our way to the car.

"Is she okay?" Jane asked.

"Yea, but you know how much of a mamma's girl she is." I said as we got in the car. "She didn't want mom to leave."

"I understand that." Jane said and I nodded. We made our way back to the house, and when I opened the door Jane went running. Clary was in the living room, with a sleeping Mackenzie, while Hayden was outside playing in the yard. Jane kissed Clary's cheek and than kissed Mackenzie's forehead. "How is she?" Jane asked.

"She's just really tired." Clary told her. "Thankfully she hasn't thrown up yet." And if on cue, Mackenzie woke up and puked all over the floor. "Never mind."

"I'll clean it." I said and Clary smiled.

"Thank you. I'm going to take her up to her room." Clary said as she picked her up and left the room, Jane right behind her. I started cleaning up the puke when Hayden ran inside.

"Is that from Mackenzie?" She asked me.

"Yea. She isn't feeling too great." I told her.

"Will she be okay?" She asked sadly.

"Of course baby. She just needs a lot of rest." I said and she nodded. She went to leave the room but she wasn't getting off that easily. "Wait a second, where is my kiss?" I asked, and she giggled and ran back over to me and gave me a kiss.

"I love you daddy!" She said and I couldn't help but smile.

"I love you too baby." I said and than she skipped upstairs. I went back to cleaning up the puke but I had the biggest smile on my face. Just being able to have this amazing family was something I never thought was possible, and I was thankful every day.

Time Jump – A Year and Some Months Later

Clary POV:

Tonight was the night of the Father/Daughter Dance, and we had to get to Sebastian's house to see my baby off. Jace and Sebastian were both going to be her escorts to tonight's dance, and when she asked Jace, I nearly cried. I loved that Jane wanted both of them there for her when these things came around. Sebastian was always going to be her dad, but she also viewed Jace as a parental figure as well, and that made everything more amazing for our family.

Jace ran downstairs when it was time to go, and we loaded the girls into the car. I knew they couldn't wait to go to a Father/Daughter Dance when they were older, and I knew Jace was going to have his hands full with both of them as her dates.

We got to Sebastian's, and when we walked in, Sebastian was in the living room with Riker, but Kaelie and Jane were nowhere to be found.

"Where is Jane?" I asked as the girls went to play with Riker.

"Upstairs still getting ready. I was praying she inherited your ability to get ready in 15 minutes, but according to Kaelie, this takes time." Sebastian said and we couldn't help but laugh.

"It's a special night. She's allowed to take her time for a special night." I told him and he nodded. Kaelie came running down the stairs oozing with glee.

"Everyone ready?" She asked and we all nodded in anticipation. "I'd like to introduce you all too Jane Lee Verlac!" She said and Jane came walking down the stairs looking absolutely magnificent."

"Oh baby, you look amazing!" I said as I pulled her into the hug.

"Thanks mom." Jane said.

"You are picture perfect babydoll." Sebastian said and Jane gave him a hug.

"Thanks dad." Jane said.

"Well, I do believe that we have a dance to get too." Jace said as he held out his arm. "Shall we?" He asked.

"We shall." Sebastian said as they linked arms leaving Jane behind.

"Ugh, dad! Jace!" She called out and they turned around. "Forgetting something?" Jane asked.

"How could we forget." Jace said and Sebastian just laughed. They made their way over to her and they both held out their arms, but Jane was too short to reach.

"A little lower." She said, and Jace and Sebastian kept laughing. They put their hands down and she took each other them as they started leaving.

"I was really hoping she got my height." I heard Sebastian say. "Unfortunately I think she got stuck with Clary's."

"I can hear you!" I called after them and all they did was laugh and walk out the door. "And to think I married both of them." I said and Kaelie laughed.

"It's never a dull moment." Kaelie said and I couldn't help but smile. "I ordered pizza. It should be here soon." She said and a moment later the doorbell rang. "Speak of the devil." She said and she went to the door. I went out in the yard and called the kids in and Kaelie set the table.

We handed out pizza and drinks, and the kids ate, as Kaelie and I talked about anything and nothing. After the kids finished we cleaned up and went out back to watch the kids play. I couldn't wait to see Jane and hear all about the dance once it was over.

"You want some wine?" Kaelie asked, and I couldn't help but smile.

"I actually can't drink." I said and her jaw dropped.

"You're pregnant?" She nearly yelled.

"Shhhhhhh! The kids don't know yet." I said and she sat back down.

"Does anyone know?" She asked.

"Nope. I haven't told them yet." I confessed.

"How far along are you?" She asked.

"Nearly two months." I said.

"What are you waiting for?" She asked.

"The whole family to be together." I told her and she nodded.

"Are you excited?" She asked.

"Very." I beamed. "The twins are almost 4, and Jace and I always wanted more kids. It just seems like the right time."

"What do you want?" She asked.

"Well, Jace really wants a boy." I told her. "I really don't care as long as there are no complications. What happened with the twins was scary enough, and I just want this one to be healthy."

"I get that. Jane was a mess when that happened." She said and I nodded. Their birth was something I didn't want to relive again anytime soon.

"Well, how about I have wine, and you have water?" She asked and I couldn't help but laugh.

"Sounds good to me." I said and she refilled my glass and got herself some wine. She handed it back to me and lifted her glass up.

"To you and the newest addition." She said and I smiled. We clinked glasses and continued to laugh and watch the kids. I couldn't wait to tell everyone the news about the baby. Our family just kept getting bigger.

Time Jump – After the Dance

Jace POV:

The dance was absolutely amazing. Jane was having a blast, and even I was having a great time. I was happy that she invited me along for this opportunity. I didn't expect it, but I was really happy that I could experience this with her.

We got back to Sebastian's house, and Jane was nearly passed out in his arms. I took his keys, unlocked the door and walked in. To my surprise, everyone was still awake and watching a movie. The noise woke Jane up and Sebastian put her on the ground and she made her way over to Clary.

"How was the dance?" Clary asked her.

"It was a lot of fun." Jane said with a smile.

"I'm glad you had fun." Clary said. "We should really head home though."

"Yea." I agreed. "Thank you for the invite Jane." I kneeled down and she ran into my arms.

"Thanks for coming." She said as we hugged. When we broke apart, I gave her a kiss before standing back up.

"Before we go though." Clary said. "I have an announcement." She said and we all looked at her eagerly. "I'm pregnant." She said and my jaw dropped.

"You're serious?" I asked and she laughed.

"Very." She said and I ran over to her and picked her up.

"This is amazing!" I said and she laughed. "I love you." I said before kissing her.

"I love you too." She said when we broke apart. "But you're right, we should head home." She said and I nodded. "We'll see you tomorrow night baby." Clary said as she gave Jane a kiss.

"Bye mom, love you." Jane said.

"I love you too baby." Clary said.

"Love you too Jace." She said and I smiled.

"Love you too Jane." I said as I picked up Mackenzie who was on the verge of passing out. We got to the car and strapped the kids in and headed home. "So, we're really having another kid?" I asked and Clary laughed.

"We're really having another kid." She confirmed and I couldn't help but smile.

"I love you." I said and she giggled.

"I love you too." She said and I grabbed her hand in mine for the rest of the ride. I couldn't wait to expand our family even more.

Time Jump – Middle School

Jace POV:

I was picking Jane up from school today but when she got in the car, she looked upset. Knowing how she is, I knew the best way to go about this was to wait until we got home, gave her something to eat, before asking her what was wrong. Clary was the exact same way.

So when we got home, she ran to her room, and I went to the kitchen and took some strawberries out. I cut them up, put them in a bowl, added some whip cream to the top and headed up to her room. I knocked on the door, and opened it to see her on her bed doing some homework.

"I come baring gifts." I said and she looked up and gave me a sad smile. I walked over and took a seat on her bed as I handed her the bowl. "What's going on kiddo?" I asked.

"It's really stupid." She said as she stabbed a strawberry, rather forcefully, and put it in her mouth.

"It's not stupid if it matters to you." I said. "What's going on?"

"Our basketball team doesn't have a coach." She said. "The previous one had other obligations, and since it's a volunteer position, nobody wants to take it on." She said and I knew how excited she was to play this year. It was her first year in middle school, and she's been looking forward to it all summer.

"I'll coach." I said and she looked at me.

"Really?" She questioned.

"Of course. I'll call your dad up, and we can co-coach." I added and her whole entire mood seemed to listen.

"You'd really do that for me?" She asked a little shocked.

"Absolutely. It means a lot to you, and your dad and I can totally do it. I think." I said and she laughed before throwing her arms around my neck.

"Thank you so much Jace." She said and I smiled.

"Of course. I'm going to go give him a call." I said and she nodded excitedly. I made my way downstairs and picked up my phone. I dialed Sebastian's number and waited for him to answer.

"Hello?" He answered.

"Hey Seb, I got a proposition for you." I said.

"What's up?" He asked.

"How would you feel about coaching middle school girls basketball with me?" I asked and he laughed.

"You're serious?" He asked.

"Dead serious." I said. "According to Jane, the last coach had other obligations and it's a volunteer position so nobody really wants to take it on, and Jane was really looking forward to the season, so I said I would coach, and I may have roped you into it as well." I explained.

"Well, if it's for Jane, I'm all in." He said.

"Cool." I said. "I'll get in contact with the school."

"Of course. Let me know what happens." He said and we hung up. I knew nothing about coaching a girls basketball team, but I knew it was important to Jane, so I was going to do my best to make sure she got to play.

Time Jump – Sophomore in High School

Clary POV:

It was the one day a week I got time to myself to clean up the house. Jane was going over to Sebastian's for the weekend, the twins were at gymnastics, Valarie was having a sleep over with a friend, and Tate had to stay after school for a project. It was amazing to have a few moments alone, even if it was to clean the house. No one was screaming, or asking me for anything. It was nice. My phone started ringing, so I took a break to answer it.

"Hello?" I answered.

"Hey Clare, we have a situation." Kaelie said.

"What's wrong?" I asked immediately.

"I think Jane is experiencing her first heartbreak." Kaelie said and my heart broke for my little girl.

"I'll be right over." I said and I hung up. I grabbed my keys, and headed over to his house. I texted Jace and told him to bring Tate over here after his practice was over, and I texted the twins carpool mom and asked if she could keep them until we were no longer busy, which she was more than willing to do. I got to the house and ran right up to her room. Kaelie was in there rubbing Jane's back as she sobbed into her pillow. "Oh baby." I said and she looked up.

"Mommy." She cried and I ran over and scooped her into my arms.

"Oh sweetheart. It's okay." I said as I rubbed her back.

"I thought he really liked me." She cried into my chest.

"I know baby, but sometimes guys can be real jerks." I said and I saw Kaelie nod in agreement.

"But he made me believe he really liked me." She said.

"Some guys do that sweetie. It has nothing to do with you. It has everything to do with them, and how they decided to act." I tried to reassure her. She sat up a little and whipped her nose with the sleeve of her shirt.

"Did you ever get your heart broken?" She asked and I laughed a little.

"Of course." I said. "My first boyfriend broke my heart, and it was really hard."

"What happened?" She asked.

"We were dating for a few months, and I caught him cheating on me." I said. "I was upset for a long time, but my mom made me realize that it was all his fault. It had nothing to do with me."

"What about you Kaelie?" Jane asked.

"I think the first man who never broke my heart was your father." She said honestly. "All the guys I dated before him were jerks, and always had an agenda that ended in me getting my heart broken."

"You mean this can happen more than once?" She asked.

"Absolutely." Kaelie and I said together.

"But that doesn't mean you have to give up." I said. "There is a someone out there for everyone, don't let one guy make you give up on that."

"I hate him." She said angrily.

"Don't hate him baby." I said. "Move on from him. Don't let him see how much you're hurting because that's probably what he wants. Show him that you can move on, and that he didn't destroy you."

"That's gonna be hard." She said.

"If you like, we can send your dad and Jace after him. I bet they would enjoy having a few words with him." Kaelie suggested and that caused us all to laugh.

"I don't think I want him dead." Jane said with a laugh.

"You'll get past this pain. You're in high school. Things in high school aren't that serious." I told her and she nodded.

"Ugh, I have English with him Monday." She sighed before falling back on the bed.

"Than we'll find you a kickass outfit and make him regret hurting you." Kaelie said and I laughed. "Anyone interested in a shopping trip?" She asked.

"I could shop." I said and I looked at Jane. "You up for it baby?"

"Sounds fun." Jane said with a smile and I knew she was going to be okay.

"Let's go." I said and we got up and went downstairs and were met with a angry Jace and Sebastian.

"Where is this little shit? I'll kill him." Sebastian said angrily.

"I'll bury the body." Jace added.

"Boys, we aren't killing anyone." I said. "But we are going to the mall to buy Jane a new outfit."

"Why?" Sebastian and Jace asked together.

"So she looks kickass on Monday." Kaelie said.

"Do I get to approve?" Sebastian asked and Jace nodded in agreement.

"Nope." I said as I walked over to Jace and gave him a kiss. "Sorry babe, but this is between us girls."

"But…." He started but I gave him another kiss to shut him up.

"No buts. Jane is going to find a kickass outfit, and that's the end of it." I said and he nodded. "Take Tate home, and pick Mackenzie and Hayden up from April's house."

"What about Valarie?" Jace asked.

"Sleepover." I said and he nodded. "I'll be home later." I said before the girls and I headed towards my car. Jane had a smile on her face the whole way to the mall, and I knew this would happen again, she's young, and she's going to have many more boyfriends potentially, but she had a huge support system, so she would always be taken care of no matter what.

Time Jump – Soccer Senior Night

Clary POV:

I couldn't believe that my first baby was a senior in high school, but the day has come when she has this beloved Senior Night for soccer, and I just couldn't believe how talented she was. She's always been a sports girl, and to know she was going to college with a soccer scholarship just made me all the more proud of her.

Jane was already at school, and we had to head out soon so we could get there in time to walk her out. Sebastian and I had to practically beg the athletic director to let our whole family out on the field with her. It used to only be immediate family, but there was no way that Jace, Kaelie, and the kids were going to wait on the sideline, and we didn't want to get removed from the property, so we begged and eventually he gave in. I think it was just to get us out of his office, but I didn't care. We were all going to be escorting Jane in her final high school soccer game, and I was really excited.

Jace was meeting us there, so I got Tate, Valarie, Mackenzie and Hayden in the car, and we made our way to the high school. The place was filled, since women's soccer was the best team within the school. It was mainly why we kept Jane in the school district. She always told me she wanted to play sports for the rest of her life, and the school district I lived in had a better sports program, and top notch education, and it just made more sense so she would have a better opportunity in college.

I saw Sebastian and Kaelie over near the home side with the kids, so I made my way over there with my kids so that we were all in the same place when it was our time to get introduced with Jane.

"Hey guys." I said as I walked over to them.

"Where is Jace?" Sebastian asked when he didn't see him.

"Rushing here from work." I said and he nodded.

"He needs to work less." Kaelie said and we all laughed.

"Trust me, I tell him that every single night." I said. "He works too hard, and doesn't relax enough."

"Well, he has all of retirement to relax." Sebastian said.

"Coming from an equal workaholic." Kaelie said and Sebastian rolled his eyes, which caused me to laugh. A few moments later Jace came up and I gave him a sweet kiss. He and Sebastian started talking about something and I looked out on the field to see Jane do her thing. I was super proud of her, and I loved watching her play.

When the teams were called in and organized in a line for how they were going to be introduced, the family got back with Jane – who was dead last – probably at request of the athletic director as a punishment for the amount of begging Sebastian and I did, but we didn't care. There weren't that many seniors, so it wasn't that bad.

The names were called one by one, and the families were introduced. They told us where they were going to college, and if they were continuing their athletic career they talked about them. It was pretty short, and sweet.

"Last, but certainly not least, Jane Verlac." The announcer said and we started walking. "I'm sure you all understand why we saved her for last." He said and the audience chuckled. "Jane is escorted by her mother, Clary, father Sebastian, stepfather, Jace, stepmother Kaelie, and her 8 siblings: Hayden, Mackenzie, Valarie, Tate, Riker, Maverick, Palmer, and Danielle. Wow, that was a mouth full." He said and yet again, the audience laughed. "Jane Verlac is a forward, who has scored the most goals in our schools history. She will be attending Hofstra University next fall and continuing her athletic career, and majoring in pre-law." He said and Jace smiled proudly. "She hopes one day she can work for her stepfather, and continue making the world a better place like he does everyday." We got our family picture taken, and we guided off the field.

We all gave her a hug, before she had to get back to the team so the game could start. We took our sets on the stands and watched Jane as she continued to excel at the sport she loved more than anything in the world. Her future was incredibly bright, and I couldn't wait to see her and Jace working together in the future.

Time Jump – Senior Prom

Jace POV:

Tonight was the night of Jane's senior prom, and it honestly was insane that she was in high school, and going to prom. I met her when she was nearly 4 years old, and I never imagined the kind of love that I would experience because of her. I've just fallen more and more in love with her as the years went on, and I don't even consider her my stepdaughter, she is my daughter, and I couldn't wait to see her off on another milestone in life.

She was currently at Sebastian's with Kaelie and Clary getting ready. We were instructed to take the rest of the kids out for lunch, and be back at the house no later than 4. It was insane that it took this long for a girl to get ready for prom, but I knew she would look absolutely beautiful.

Thankfully though, all the girls wanted to stay and help her get ready. Something about family bonding, and Sebastian and I didn't mind just getting to spend the day with the boys. We rarely ever got the chance to just hang out, but today we finally got to do that.

It was a fun afternoon of just us boys hanging out, and just having a good time. It was nice to have the afternoon to just be guys, and not worrying about prom or anything like that. When we got back to the house, the girls were all sitting on the living room talking and watching TV. The boys all went and joined them, and Sebastian and I went out in the back yard to talk a little. It was weird, we had this ability to know when we needed to have a conversation with each other. Sebastian shut the back door and joined me at the edge of the patio.

"Thank you." He finally said after a few moments.

"For what?" I asked slightly confused.

"For always treating Jane like your own." He said and I looked over at him. "You never once treated her differently, and you always stepped up when she needed you, and you always gave her everything she ever needed." He continued. "And now she going off to college, on a soccer scholarship, pursuing a major that you introduced to her, and one that she fell in love with." He said.

"I don't consider Jane my stepdaughter. I consider her another daughter to me. Just like Hayden, Mackenzie, and Valarie." I told him honestly. "Since the moment I met her, I knew she was going to be every bit important to me as any other children Clary and I had together."

"I know." Sebastian said. "A lot of men wouldn't be able to do what you did." He said and I laughed. Someone always had to comment on how strange they thought our situation was, but there was nothing strange about it to us.

"We have a weird dynamic." I admitted. "We don't operate like a family that originally split up, but you and Clary didn't split on bad terms, and you both found what you were looking for. I think if Clary met someone who didn't understand that you two were still so close wouldn't have been beneficial to anyone in that situation."

"I know." He said. "When Clary came to me and said she met someone who was everything she knew she needed in life, the first emotion that ran through me was the protective one. Clary may not have been my wife anymore, but I will always protect her." He admitted and I nodded, because I knew he was serious. "But just seeing how happy she looked, and when she told me you were excited to meet Jane, I was just so incredibly happy that she found that happiness that she always deserved." He said. "And than she introduced me to you, and I saw how she was nothing but smiles around you, and I saw how you treated Jane, and we got along so well, I knew it was going to work, and it has. I never have to worry about Jane ever feeling unloved because she has such a huge support system, and I don't think I've ever really thanked you for coming into our family, and just making it better."

"You never had to thank me, because coming into this nontraditional family has been the biggest blessing I could have ever imagined." I told him.

"Dad!" We both heard and we turned around to see that it was Hayden who called. "Jane is coming down the stairs, and both of you have been requested to join the rest of the party." She said and we nodded and headed inside.

Clary and Kaelie were both down here now, and I made my way over to Clary and pulled her into my side. Even after all these years, just being apart for a couple hours still made me miss her like crazy.

"Alright fellas." Clary said. "You ready?"

"Absolutely." Sebastian and I said together.

"I'd like to introduce you two, to Jane Lee Verlac!" Clary called and Jane started to descend the stairs. It was like slow motion, but the moment she came into view, I couldn't be prouder of the beautiful girl this family raised together.

"Oh baby, you look so grown up." Sebastian said as he made his way over to her and pulled her into a huge hug.

"Dad! You're going to ruin my hair! Kaelie took a lot of time to get it perfect!" She said and Sebastian just laughed, but Jane wasn't really upset, she had a smile on her face.

"I can't help it, you're growing up." Sebastian said.

"It was bound to happen eventually." Jane said and I just smiled. She definitely got Clary's feisty side. I made my way over to her and pulled her into a hug.

"Your father is right, you look amazing!" I said and she smiled.

"Thank you Jace." She said and she kissed my cheek before kissing Sebastian's before the doorbell rang.

"I'll get it!" Kaelie said as she ran towards the door. A moment later, she walked back in with the boy she was going to prom with. "Boys, you all remember Dalton, right?" Kaelie asked all the men in the room.

"Vaguely." Sebastian says and I elbow him in the ribs.

"We remember you from all the soccer games." I said and he smiled. You could tell he was nervous.

"It's nice to see you again Mr. Verlac, Mr. Herondale." He said. I felt a tap on my shoulder and apparently Sebastian did too, and that's when we realized we were blocking Jane. We moved aside and she stepped in front of us and Dalton's eyes practically fall out of his head. "You look great." He said with a huge smile on his face.

"Thank you. You look great too." Jane said back as she made her way over to him.

"Alright, I want a family photo before you leave!" Clary said and Jane just laughed. We all made our way outside and got around Jane and Dalton. Kaelie set up the tripod, and put the timer on. She ran back to us, and the light started to flash, and before we knew it we had a family picture.

For about 10 more minutes, we took individual pictures, plus each family having an individual picture, and than a sibling picture, and than a Clary and Sebastian picture, than a parent picture with each set. There were a lot of pictures, but Jane didn't seem to mind. Finally, they were ready to go and she gave us all a hug before getting in the car with Dalton. We watched them go, and the only thing running through my head was that our family was nontraditional, but I couldn't imagine anything any different.

Time Jump – Jane's Wedding

Jace POV:

I looked at myself in the mirror, and I couldn't believe that Jane was getting married today. Honestly, this day came at warp speed. It feels like it was yesterday that he had asked permission, and not 2 years ago. It hasn't been a long two years, but every now and than I replay it in my head, because it was a shock to be asked, and what happened after he proposed was even crazier.

Flashback:

Jace POV – Permission to Marry

I was told by Clary that I was meeting Sebastian at Taki's for lunch, but I had no idea what the lunch was for. When I got there, Sebastian wasn't there yet, so I just sat in a booth and waited. When he showed up, he kinda looked slightly confused as well. He found me and joined me in the booth.

"What is this about?" He asked.

"No idea. Clary didn't tell me a thing." I said.

"Yea, Kaelie didn't tell me anything either." He said and I nodded. We ordered a couple drinks, and sat there for a moment before Jane's boyfriend – Eric – entered the restaurant and walked right over to us.

"Hey, mind if I join?" He asked and Sebastian and I shook our head. I moved over and he joined me in the booth. "I can assume you're both confused, but I asked Clary to get you two here for me."

"What's going on? Is Jane okay?" Sebastian immediately asked.

"Jane's great. Law school is kicking her ass, but she's so smart, I know she's going to get through it." He boasted proudly. Jane was going to be an amazing lawyer, but she was a perfectionist, so everything had to be perfect or it wasn't good enough.

"That's good to hear." Sebastian said.

"I wanted you both here because I want to ask Jane to marry me." He said bluntly and I have to admit, I was caught pretty off guard. "I wouldn't do it until after she graduate slaw school, but I want to start looking at rings, but I didn't want to do it without your permission first." He said. "Both of you." I looked at Sebastian to try and gauge his reaction. Eric and Jane have been together since their sophomore year in college, but I knew Sebastian didn't want Jane to settle and end up like him and Clary, despite how everything turned out.

"You want to marry my daughter?" Sebastian finally asked.

"I really do Mr. Verlac." Eric said. "I love her more than I have ever loved anyone in my life. She really brings out the best in me, and I don't ever want to spend a day without her by my side."

"Jace? How do you feel about this?" Sebastian asked me.

"Honestly? I can see how happy he makes Jane, and I know when she gets super overworked, and super irritated he can calm her down, and just bring her feet back to the ground. I think Jane needed that balance because we all know when it comes to her patience level, it's almost as low as Clary's." I said and that caused Sebastian to laugh. "And Jane is happy. Every time we talk, I can just feel it radiating off of her, and if you are the reason for her smile, than I'm all for it." Eric looked happy, but he was still waiting for Sebastian's response.

"I think Jace said it all." Sebastian said. "You make my daughter happy, and I'm all for her happiness. But you hurt her, you're dead."

"I know." Eric simply said, which caused as to laugh yet again.

"How about some lunch?" I asked.

"Yea, how about lunch son?" Sebastian asked and I physically saw Eric relax more, and he nodded. It was insane that Jane was getting married, but Eric was a good guy, and I knew Jane was going to be over the moon when he asked.

Time Jump – Father of the Bride?

Jace POV:

You know, it seemed that Sebastian and I were meeting quite frequently at Taki's for unknown reasons, but we just went with the flow like always. So, here we are again, sitting at Taki's waiting for Jane to arrive because apparently she wanted to speak with us about something. When she came in, she smiled and made her way over to us. She sat next to Sebastian after she kissed us both on the cheek.

"Hey guys." She said.

"Hey, what's going on? Your mom didn't tell me a thing." I said and she laughed.

"I asked her and Kaelie to keep it quiet until I got the chance to get both of you together. Which is hard by the way, your schedules are super conflicting." She said and we laughed.

"Why do you think you never knew who was picking you up at events?" Sebastian said. "Things always got in the way."

"Well, thankfully mom got you to take off work, and Kaelie requested off for you, otherwise you would never get around to it." Jane pointed out and I couldn't help but smile knowing she was completely correct. "I wanted you both in the same place because I wanted to ask you something."

"What's on your mind sweetie?" Sebastian asked.

"I was wondering if you both would walk me down the aisle." She said and I had to admit, this was probably the most shocking thing that's ever happened to me.

"You want me to walk you down the aisle?" I asked a little astonished.

"Of course." She said with a smile. "You had just as big of a part in my life as my dad. The only difference is, you didn't create me. But you did mold me into the woman that I am today, and I don't think I'd be able to walk down the aisle without both you – the two most important men in my life – by my side."

"I'd be honored Jane. If it's okay with your father." I said and Sebastian smiled.

"Like I've always said, you've gone above and beyond for her since the day you met her." Sebastian said. "I think both of us giving her away is right."

"I love you guys. So much, and I can't wait to be walked down the aisle with both of you." Jane said and I couldn't help but happiness that was just pulsing through my body.

"I love you too sweetheart." Sebastian said.

"I love you as well." I said and she smiled.

She stayed and had lunch with us before she was called back into work, and the rest of the day I couldn't help but smile as I thought about being asked to walk her down the aisle. It meant a lot to me, and I was beyond grateful that she asked.

End of Flashback

And now here we are, on her wedding day, and the joy that I've experienced as just grown in size. Everyone was being directed towards the back of the ceremony space as the wedding was about to start. Since Eric was walking down the aisle with his mother, Jane was waiting in the wings until he was gone, and couldn't see her. Once the bridal party started walking, Jane made her way over to Sebastian and I. we had already seen her, but she was just a vision today. Sebastian and I stood on either side of her as she linked her arms into ours.

"You ready sweetheart?" Sebastian asked.

"So ready." She said and that's when the music changed and it was our cue to walk our daughter down the aisle.

Time Jump – Reception

Clary POV:

The wedding was absolutely amazing, and now it was time to party. Everyone was seated, and the whole atmosphere was just joyful. There really wasn't another way to describe how today had panned out. Jane was angelically perfect, and it made me incredibly proud to be her mom, and to see how incredibly well she was raised by her whole family.

Her co – maids of honor – Hayden and Mackenzie – stood up and gave their speech, and Eric's brother got up and gave his. Both were incredibly funny, and filled with so much personality and embarrassment. I expected the food to come out not long after, but when the DJ announced that the bride wanted to say a few things I got curious.

"Hi everyone." Jane began. "Eric and I would just like to thank everyone for coming and celebrating this special day with us. We truly do appreciate it with all our hearts." She said and everyone started clapping. "Many of you here know that I don't come from a traditional family." She said and everyone laughed. "I don't remember my parents being together. I was far too young, but I do remember the first time my mom introduced me to my stepfather, Jace. I was young, but I wasn't blind. I could just see the happiness flowing out of her whenever she talked about him, and the moment I met him I knew he was going to be the perfect fit for our family." She said as she looked at us. "I also remember the first time I met Kaelie, my stepmother. My dad was very picky about the women he brought around me – my mom was too, but my dad was extra critical of the women that he saw, and whenever he came home from a date, or a woman he was interested in called him, I could literally feel his disappointment. Until he met Kaelie. There was just this shift in him, and I knew that he had met the woman that he was going to fall in love with." She explained. "When I tell people about my family, and my parents, and step parents, and my 8 siblings, the first word they used to describe my family is broken." She says. "But I've never viewed it that way. I always saw my family as unique, and quirky." She laughed. "I think from the time I was in elementary school I've always been asked to describe my family on one word. And it was pretty self explanatory what my family was to me." She looked at us and smiled. "They are simply irreplaceable." She smiled and I couldn't help the tears that fell from my eyes. "I just wanted to take this opportunity before you're all drowning in wedding fun to acknowledge the people who got me to this point, who made me who I am. So thank you, to my amazing family. May we forever be blended."

Authors Note:

A LONG time ago, someone requested a story about a blended family. When Clary had a kid with someone else, and they weren't together anymore, but they still got along, and this popped into my head last week, and I knew I wanted to write it. There is no angst (and I know how much you all love a little angst, but I felt this one didn't need it) just a family that is abnormal, functioning in a way that is healthy, and loving, and needs to be acknowledged . One of my best friends had a family similar to the one I wrote about in this story, so I know it's possible!

I hope you all enjoyed this one shot that's happy, and funny, and just a good read. I know I loved writing it, and it got my creative juices flowing that's for sure! Let me know what you all think and leave a review! :)

Also, I'm just going to give you the families again because I know it can get confusing!

Sebastian and Clary have 1 kid together: (Divorced)

1 girl - Jane

Jace and Clary have 4 kids together: (Currently married)

3 girls - Hayden, Mackenzie, and Valarie

1 boy - Tate

Sebastian and Kaelie have 4 kids together: (Currently married)

3 boys - Riker, Maverick, and Palmer

1 girl - Danielle