NB: There's a section where I go back and forth between past and present events. The past is in italic writing. I hope it's not too confusing.

Chapter 8

"Goodnight Magnus," said Izzy, leaning in to give him a hug and a quick peck on his cheek. "It was really fun hanging out with you guys, let's do it again soon, alright." She then made her way over to Caterina, giving her a hug as well. Ragnor was busy holding up a seemingly drunk Jace, and they had learnt quickly throughout the evening that Raphael was not the hugging type, so she simply gave him nod.

Standing in the small arch doorway, Alec watched as his sister and Ragnor struggled to bring a stumbling Jace up to their apartment, Jace giving him a lingering look over his shoulder as they went before wishing the others a final goodnight.

Alec waited until he heard their foot steps going up the stairs before turning his attention to Magnus, who stood quietly playing with his polished nails. "Do you have any plans for tomorrow?" Alec asked.

"Nothing that can't be changed," Magnus replied, lifting his gaze to meet Alec's. "Why?"

"Just wondering if you would like to have lunch with me?" Said Alec, a light blush creeping up his cheeks. But before Magnus could give his response, Ragnor came bounding back down the stairs. He gave the two of them a knowing look, chuckling and shaking his head before patting Magnus on his shoulder and wishing Alec a goodnight, entering his own apartment.

"That would be my pleasure," said Magnus, when they were alone again, his smile warming.

"Great," Alec almost yelled, then smiled, slightly embarrassed at his own eagerness. Pulling out his cell phone, "Why don't you give me your number so we can work out the details later?" He asked.

Magnus took the offered phone, calling his own with it so that he would also have Alec's number saved in his own phone. "I'll text you the details later," said Alec as Magnus returned his phone, his fingers lightly brushing against Magnus'.

Silence fell between them for a moment, neither really sure what they should say or do next. Finally, Alec moved closer to Magnus and leaned in, giving him a soft kiss on his cheek. "Goodnight Magnus," he whispered as he pulled back, his own cheeks crimson. He couldn't remember ever blushing this much in his entire life. What was this man doing to him? Alec wondered. "It was really great hanging out with you tonight, Magnus. And sorry again for how Jace acted, he can be a bit much when he drinks."

"No problem. I had a great time with you guys as well," said Magnus. "I guess I'll see you tomorrow then."

"Alright." Alec turned and entered his apartment, Magnus doing the same. Both men turned to look back at the other one final time, before closing their doors. "Tomorrow then," Alec whispered, taking a deep calming breath, as he leaned against the now closed door.

"Goodnight Alexander."

"Okay, do you mind telling me what the hell that was all about!?" Alec exclaimed, as soon as he reached the top of the staircase, entering their living room.

Jace and Izzy were sitting on the couch, chatting. Seeing how angry her brother was, Izzy quickly stood up and moved to block his way, placing a hand against his chest, as he stormed his way towards Jace who was still seated. "Alec please calm down," she begged.

But Alec was seething. "I won't calm down until he explains himself."

Izzy sighed, releasing a tired breath, placing her other hand on her bother's chest as she tried to keep him from getting to Jace, who now had one of his legs crossed over the other, wearing a smug look on his face. This was going to be a long night, she thought.

"You know Jace, I know we have our issues," said Alec. "But how you acted tonight was way out of line."

"I don't know what you're talking about," Jace answered, folding his arms against his chest.

"Oh really," Alec groused, glaring at him over Izzy's shoulder. "Funny how you don't seem so drunk anymore."

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Upon entering the resturant Alec had quickly secured a seat next to Magnus and the two had continued their, now not so secret as they'd both realized the other was watching, side glances at each other. Izzy was seated on Magnus' other side, while Jace sat on Alec's, with Magnus' friends sitting opposite them. The conversation was kept light and fun with the group getting to know each other by asking the usual basic questions. Alec, Izzy and Jace were mindful of course not to give anything away about their status as royals.

Alec had really wanted some one on one time with Magnus, but had found it was simply impossible in such a setting. He hadn't wanted to be too obvious to the others, or rude by giving only Magnus his attention.

After dinner they had all agreed that it was much too early to call it night, and Magnus had informed them of his and his friends' plans to go clubbing, and had happily invited them along.

That was when the evening got more than a little bit awkward for Alec.

The music was loud, almost deafening, and colorful lazer lights shone everywhere, blinding. So... the usual. Alec, Magnus and their friends entered the club as a group, stopping in the entry way to survey the scene before them.

There was a huge opened dance floor filled with sweaty writhing bodies directly in front of the entry way. Looking over and through the crowd, you could see the bar. It stood bold in the center at the direct back of the room, lined with tall silver metal and black leather cushioned stools, and was lit up under a deep blue spot light. It was hard to tell the actual color of the bar itself because of the lights. It could've been white or silver, or maybe even blue.

"This place is great," Magnus called over the loud music, checking everyone's reaction.

"Have you been here before?" Asked Alec, leaning in to whisper shout in Magnus's ear.

"No," said Magnus, visibly shivering at the closeness and feeling of Alec's breath on his skin. "But I've heard alot about it and have been meaning visit."

"Oh," came Alec's reply.

He was busy taking in his sorroundings when suddenly he felt someone grabbed his hand and pulled him forward towards the dance floor. Alec was about to resist when he realized that it was Magnus. "Let's dance," said Magnus, a devilish grin on his face.

Alec returned his smile, his feet obediently following the glittery man. He glanced back over his shoulder to see the others happily heading towards the bar, Jace pausing to give him a displeased look.

Magnus stopped when they reached the center of the dance floor, whirling around, immediately connecting his body with Alec's. He moved like a snake, the way his body seemed to wrap around Alec's. Alec was hard pressed to keep up with Magnus' sensual movements as he danced literal circles around him, his hips leaving the undercover prince hypnotised.

Pulling Magnus flush against his body, and wrapping his arms around the glittery man's waist as he kept grinding his ass against his groin, Alec leaned forward whispering, "You're a really great dancer," in his ear.

"I know," came Magnus's reply as he turned around in Alec's arms. There was a moment passing between them. Their movements slowed down, coming to a complete stop as the music and the crowd all around them seemed to disappear, leaving just the two gazing into each other's eyes.

Alec was about to make his move and capture the other man's lips, when suddenly he was staring into a completely different set of eyes. Gone were the beautiful lust filled golden green orbs, only to be replaced by angry, determined looking gold one's.

Alec blinked a few times, snapping out from his trance like state as reality came floading back in, to find Jace now standing before him. He had pushed his way in between him and Magnus, now asking Alec for a dance.

"Sorry to interrupt. You don't mind if I steal him for a dance, do ya' Magnus?" Asked Jace, his words slurred, body rocking back and forth.

Magnus shook his head. "Not at all. He's all yours. I need a drink anyways." And with that Magnus left the two of them and headed for the bar.

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"Honestly Alec, I don't understand why you're so upset," said Jace, shrugging his shoulders as he feigned indifference. "So what if I interrupted your little dance party with Magnus. We just met this guy, quit being so bent out of shape."

"Are you seriously going to act like this is just about you interrupting a dance?" Alec groused, staring at Jace pointedly.

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Jace placed his arms around a very annoyed looking Alec's neck. "What do you think you're doing?" Alec asked, wrinkling his nose. The smell of alcohol on Jace's breath was overwhelming at their closeness.

"Dancing with my prince," Jace smiled, moving his hips suggestively against Alec's.

"You know better than to call me that here." Alec's voice was stern as he removed Jace's hands from around his neck and stepped back a little, putting some distance between them.

"Just trying to remind you who you are," Jace shrugged. "I've seen the way you've been looking at that nobody, and you and I both know that nothing can happen between you two. So why bother?"

"You're drunk," said Alec. "And my personal life isn't any of your concern." He was about to walk away and join the others at the bar, when Jace grabbed his wrist and pulled him into a kiss.

Quickly taking control of the situation, Alec pushed Jace away from him, but not before Magnus saw what had transpired between them. Roughly wiping his mouth with the back of his hand, "You better not have ruined my chances with Magnus," Alec growled. He was livid as he walked away, leaving a dissapointed looking Jace in the middle of the dance floor.

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"You're so lucky that Magnus just saw it as nothing more than a drunken kiss," Alec continued, his glare biting. He understood that his friend had feelings for him, feelings that wouldn't just go away over night. But how he had acted was childish and not the best way to deal with such things.

"Alec's right," Izzy chimed in. " You were being a total asshole."

"I don't understand why we're even having a fight about someone that we've only just met," Jace bellowed. He was standing now, staring Alec down. "He's hot, so I get the attraction," he admitted. "And let's just say for argument sake you manage to get him into your bed, then what? Hmm? The poor bastard falls for you...because we all know that he will. And then you'll just end up breaking his glittery little heart when you can't return his feelings and we have to go back to Idris."

Alec felt his anger slowly melting away with each word Jace spoke, his shoulders slumping. He couldn't deny that Jace had a point. Why even bother? He thought. He would only end up hurting Magnus anyway, and Magnus was worthy of being way more than just someone's vacation fling.

"You know I'm right," Jace continued. "The way I see it, I was trying to do you and this poor guy a favor."

"But that's not your place," said Izzy, no longer having to hold Alec back as the prince now seemed calmer, maybe even a bit defeated.

"Besides," said Alec after a long pause, pushing his previous thoughts to the back of his mind. He would not let Jace know that his words had affected him. "Who's even talking about falling in love here? I'm single and on vacation. I would simply like to enjoy that vacation to the fullest... which involves getting laid... without any of you getting in my way. That is all."

"Whatever," Jace threw his hands up in exasperation. "Fuck whoever the hell you want. What do I care? I'm going to bed." And with that, he stormed off, leaving a pissed off looking Alec and a worried looking Izzy staring after him.

If you like Gallavich check out the new fanfic I'm working on called, Ginger and Spice. Also check out my other Malec fanfics, Blue Eyes and Glitter, and The Prince of Hell.

Hope this chapter was ok, I'm trying to move the plot along. Comment, let me know your thoughts.