I'm so sorry about how long it took for me to update! It's been pretty busy for me lately and I had a bit of trouble writing this chapter since I wanted it to be good. Thank you to everyone who's stuck by me so far! It means so much to me! Just to warn you, this has a lot of Alec's P.O.V. in it. I'm pretty sure it's more than usual, but I'll try and vary the P.O.V. more in the next chapter!

Now, I have a few things to bring up:
A) Does anyone know how to photoshop? Because I was thinking I might try and make a cover for this but then I remembered I struggle with photoshopping images. Or art. However, if anyone thinks they might be able to come up with something, it'd be so appreciated! That wasn't a demand or anything like that, just a thought
B) I'm planning to up the sexiness, but I struggle with writing anything too dirty. This is definitely a first for me!

Also, I don't own the characters, they belong to Cassie Clare! The song in this is the Fifty Shades of Grey version of Crazy in Love. Enjoy!

Chapter 13

Road to Recovery

Aline was panting and sweaty as she relaxed into the mattress, shutting her eyes as Helen practically collapsed next to her. Releasing a puffy breath, she murmured, "God Helen, the things you do to me."

Helen chuckled quietly as she also caught her breath, "I can say the same about you, my love."

Aline stretched, enjoying the pleasant sense of over-sensitivity between her legs as she began to relish in the feeling of Helen's fingers softly playing with her dank hair. Helen's silvery hair was damp and matted, her pupils dilated and cheeks flushed pink. Her chest was rising and falling at a fast pace while she caught her breath. The dark haired beauty rolled over to face her, eyeing her girlfriend's nude form. Helen went redder and went to tug the blankets up to cover her torso, only to have her movement stopped by Aline.

"Don't," Aline whispered pleadingly, her fingers stroking Helen's wrist before the makeup artist released the material. She gazed meaningfully into Helen's "I want to see all of you."

"I'm pretty sure you already have," Helen teased, still slightly self-conscious. "Multiple times, in fact. For long periods of time."

"That's something that I'm not complaining about," Aline remarked with a cheeky wink, sliding forward so that her body was pressed against Helen's. Their noses touched as Helen let out a gentle sigh at the contact. "You are so beautiful."

"And you are biased," Helen retorted quickly, running her fingers down the curve of Aline's spin and smirking at the shiver it rose from the singer.

Aline suddenly sat on top of Helen, pinning the other woman underneath her as she smirked. "You look amazing when you're underneath me, especially when you're moaning and withering. I'll never get over how great the noises you make sound."

"And just how do you make me moan?" Helen challenged, heart pounding in her chest.

"For starters, I kiss my way down your neck," Aline pressed her lips against the pale skin of Helen's neck, enjoying the quickening of her girlfriend's heartbeat and shallow breathing.

"Aline, you're insatiable," Helen groaned as the singer kissed her way down her collarbone before detouring to the valley between Helen's breasts.

"It's because you're too sexy, I always want you." Aline licked her way down Helen's stomach, moving to nibble at the makeup artist's hip bones. "I blame you."

"No, you're just constantly horny, blame yourself." Helen murmured, lifting her hips up suggestively. "Ugh, please baby."

"What do you want?" Aline purred, removing her lips from Helen's sensitive skin and proudly observing the marks she'd left on the pale skin. They contrasted each other perfectly.

"You to touch me," Helen, in a rare display of confidence, took Aline's hand and led it down between her legs. "There."

Aline's eyes widened at the sudden heat and wetness that left her fingers damp and sticky, "baby, you're so wet."

"Well then, you better do something about that," Helen dared, raising an eyebrow boldly. "Show me how you'd do me."

Aline grinned devilishly at the request, "I can never say no to a beautiful woman."

"Don't say it, do it," Helen whispered before Aline started to seductively slither down Helen's body.

As she travelled downwards, Aline kept her touches short and flirtatious. Helen suddenly let out a gasp when Aline quickly buried her face between the other woman's legs, listening to the symphony of moans that echoed around the room.

Alec watched Ragnor pace up and down the crowded hallway, his hair messy and eyes bloodshot. His heart ached for the older man, who was clearly struggling to keep it together. A frown rose to Alec's lips; Camille and Ragnor's love story had only just begun, and yet it might come to such a quick end. He was slowly pulled out of his thoughts when Magnus weakly snuggled into the singer's side, whimpering in his sleep. Alec automatically held him tighter and kissed Magnus' slightly sweaty forehead, tasting remnants of make up on his smooth skin. Bits of Magnus' gelled spikes of hair poked Alec's cheek, yet the paler man couldn't find it in him to care. Alec sighed softly, leaning his head against the wall as his eyes caught Batari's knowing ones and his cheeks went bright red. She sent him a gentle smile before politely looking away and whispering something to Roger, who was still needily clutching his wife's hand, as if they were each other's lifelines.

Izzy sat opposite Magnus and Alec, her eyeliner smudged and lipstick worn off. She was the most unkempt Alec had ever seen her been in years – probably since they were children. He subtly watched her as she absentmindedly ran her thumb over Simon's knuckle, unknowingly soothing him. They kept their fingers linked, slightly surprisingly those around them, although they kept their thoughts to themselves. Simon sat next to her, emotionless and gazing at the white, sterile floor. Every now and then, he'd check on Clary, who stood at the end of the hallway, wrapped up in Jace's arms with her eyes shut tightly. All of Camille's friends had spent the night in the corridor – Catarina still dressed in her nursing scrubs, Will and Jem grasping each other like a lifeline and Tessa and Maia cuddling with teary eyes and heathy breathing. Alec perked up when he heard some English accents nearing, one of which sounding creepily familiar to him. He and Jace shared a confused look and Izzy also seemed to be focusing on the accent. Her eyes narrowed and shoulders tensed. Everyone else became more alert when they heard more footsteps approaching.

Two people turned around the corridor and Alec felt horror hit him. His Father stood in the hallway, dressed in a black hoodie with blue jeans, sunglasses covering his eyes as he held hands with a blonde woman. She had long ringlets with an angular jaw, pointed nose and a curvaceous figure. Dressed in a long black dress with sandals, she appeared to be in control of her emotions. However, the fear in her eyes told a different story. The lady immediately reminded Alec a lot of Camille; if it weren't for the fact that Camille's eyes were green, whilst this woman's were a muddy colour, Alec would've thought that they could've been twins. It suddenly hit him and he let out a sharp gasp. That was Annamarie. Camille's parents also recognised the woman, just as Robert's eyes landed on his children and he paled dramatically. Alec carefully shrugged Magnus off him, letting the fashion student slowly wake up as he stood up and strode towards his father with a scowl on his face. Anger thrummed through his veins. How dare that bitch show up when she was the reason that Camille had sprinted in front of the car? Magnus had told him that much.

"What is she doing here?" He hissed, trying to avoid a larger confrontation as his blue eyes turned icy. Alec ensured that he completely ignored his father's mistress.

"Alexander-" Robert started quietly, uncomfortably shifting on the spot. He took his sun glasses off with a quick and awkward movement and pocketed them.

"Don't Alexander me, Dad. I'm so over your shit, why do you always have to do this? All you'll do is make it hurt more." Alec snapped under his breath, glowering directly into Robert's grey eyes. "Leave. The both of you – you're not wanted here."

"Please Alexander," Annamarie stepped forward, only to stop when he turned his stony eyes onto her.

"Don't even talk to me, you homewrecker." He snarled and the woman visibly flinched back. "Did you even stop to think how the sight of you would make it harder for Vivienne and Roger? Or all Camille's friends? You're the reason she was hit by a car. Because you suddenly decided you needed to fuck up her life too. Well done, you've successfully done that. Now go, before you cause more pain and grief. Looking at you makes me sick to the bone. My boyfriend's best friend is dying because of your greed and ignorance."

"I think you'd best go," Jace came to loyally stand behind Alec, backing his brother up.

"I cannot," Annamarie's eyes shone brightly with defiance. "For I need to be here for my daughter."

"Your daughter?" Alec repeated, fire burning inside of him. "When has she ever been your daughter? Did you raise her? Care for her? Even acknowledge her existence? I didn't think so. Don't consider her your daughter, you abandoned before she even was a week old."

Alec whirled around to look at Vivienne and Roger, who were observing them helplessly. He went to stalk away when Annamarie's voice stopped him, "I gave her up for adoption because it was the best for her."

"Lucky for her. She didn't have to live her whole life knowing her biological mother was a heartless whore." Alec replied darkly, spinning around to face her.

"Alexander," Robert hissed warningly, his arm wrapping around Annamarie as her hand went to cover her mouth.

A tense silence replaced the awkward atmosphere and the singer couldn't decide what mood he preferred. Alec's was quick and his body stayed stiff until a smooth hand was placed upon his arm. The comforting scent of sandalwood wafted into his senses and he slowly looked left, catching Magnus' soulful emerald eyes. Magnus, almost unnoticeably, shook his head. He stepped closer to Alec, his breath warm against Alec's ear.

"Alexander, sweetheart, thank you for trying to protect Cammie but let it be for now. We'll have this conversation when she's better." Magnus whispered as he placed his spare hand onto Alec's chest, as if he was physically holding him back. All the tension automatically left Alec's body and his eyes softened radically at the sight of his lover. "Come with me. Please baby."

Alec reached down and tenderly grabbed Magnus' hand, the tanned man leading him away to sit back down where they originally were. Izzy sent Alec a grateful smile as she got to her feet and declared, "I'm craving coffee. Would anyone else like some?"

There were murmurs of "yes please," so Simon stood up, "I'll come with."

"Me too," Jace volunteered as he stepped back from Robert and Annamarie, his expression guarded.

The only person to stay silent was Ragnor, who just shook his head and continued to nervously walk around the corridor. There were suddenly another sound of footsteps, which automatically made Alec tense as everyone cautiously looked down the corridor. Vivienne and Annamarie both let out cries of anguish at the sight of a bruised and bloodied Camille, completely unconscious on a stretcher. Her hair was tied back and a tube was down her throat to help her breathing. Two males were pushing the stretcher as nurses walked with them; one pushing a stand that had the plastic bag of liquid in it that was being drained into Camille's hand. The nurses opened the door to the hospital room as everyone watched in silence. They took Camille inside, shutting the door behind as a nurse stayed behind.

"She's currently in a stable condition, but the doctor wants to keep her in ICU for a while. He'll come to talk to you eventually," she informed Vivienne and Roger, who rushed to thank her.

"Thank God," Magnus muttered, kissing Alec's forehead as he gripped his boyfriend. Everyone seemed to be sighing in relief at the news, except for one person.

Magnus frowned when Ragnor declared quickly, "I…need to go…to the bathroom."

Magnus stared after him, Alec squeezing his hand and whispering, "go after him. I promise I'll behave."

"Thanks handsome." Magnus responded distractedly before hurrying after his friend.

Aline listened as the music started, adrenaline pumping through her body and the microphone held tightly in her hand as the stage stayed pitch black. The audience were silent, although she could feel excitement radiating off them. She sat sideways on a chair, head tilted back with her legs crossed seductively. The piano played slowly and hauntingly as a spotlight slowly came to light up, directed on her. In her head, she inwardly dedicated the song to a particular woman before she raised the microphone, keeping her voice gentle and airy.

I look and stare so deep in your eyes,

Helen fell onto her back, her hair spread captivatingly across the pillows and arms above her head as Aline crawled up her clothed body. Their eyes met and everything around them suddenly melted away into nothing. All Aline could focus on was the gorgeous woman underneath her.

I touch on you more and more every time.

Aline's hands ran up Helen's inner thigh, the material of the makeup artist's skirt bunching up around her waist before Aline slowly began to remove her tights.

When you leave I'm begging you not to go,

Call your name two or three times in a row.

Aline suddenly faced the audience, her legs spread open as she leant forward. She couldn't help but notice that the tight leather leotard that she was wearing was incredibly uncomfortable and stuck to her skin from sweat. Despite her protests on the outfit, her manager and stylists declared that it was the only option for the singer's costume during the song. Her hair, which had been styled into that 'just been fucked' look, fell in front of her eyes as she smirked directly towards the camera pointed at her. Fake confidence oozed out of her pores.

Such a funny thing for me to try to explain,

How I'm feeling and my pride is the one to blame.

Aline pointed to herself with a quick and bold motion, her hand resting over her chest.

And I still don't understand,

She then removed her hand from her chest and pointed out into the audience with a wicked grin on her face. Murmurs rose from the crowd when a fan clearly enjoyed having her attention drawn onto them.

Just how your love could do what no one else can.

"Helen," Aline screamed as Helen licked at her clit and left her withering under the touch. "Please baby, I'm so close. Please."

Aline's voice echoed around the theatre as she stood up with a poised expression. Her feet were sweaty in her nine inch heels as male dancers prowled onto the stage, accompanied by their female partners. More white lights were turned on as Aline's dance partner sat on her chair, crossing his arms over his pecs. She unhurriedly squatted down in front of him before teasingly crawling on the floor. Aline knelt, the fans on the side of the stage blowing her hair back while she brought the microphone back up to her mouth.

Got me looking so crazy right now,

Your love's got me looking so crazy right now.

Aline got to her feet as she strutted to the man's lap and grinded down, his hands running over her hips and down her thighs, snagging slightly on her skin-coloured stockings. She looked over her shoulder and sent a smouldering look at the audience.

Got me looking so crazy right now,

Your touch got me looking so crazy right now (your love).

"You're so hot," Helen murmured with wet lips against Aline's clammy skin. Aline's heart quickened its pace as Helen continued to explore her body. "And mine."

"All yours," Aline agreed wholeheartedly as she rolled on top of the other woman. "Forever."

"And ever," Helen leaned up to bite Aline's lowers lip.

Aline subtly shook her head to remove herself from her memories as she removed herself from the dancer's lap. He also stood up and went to put the chair at the back of the stage before returning to Aline's side. All partners lined up in a line, staring at each other as their bodies crushed together. Aline tried not to cringe when his hands went to cup her leather-clad ass.

When I talk to my friends so quietly,

Who he think he is? Look at what you did to me.

The dancer twirled her around so that her back was pressed to his chest. She started to grind against him as she winked at the camera. His hands moved to hold her hips as they both swayed on the spot.

Tennis shoes, don't even need to buy a new dress,

If you ain't there ain't nobody else to impress.

Aline twirled around, "what do you think? Do you like it?"

"You look beautiful," Helen informed her as she pulled on a t-shirt.

Aline groaned dramatically and even stamped her foot, "Helen, there's a reason this dress is the most slutty thing I know. It's not to look beautiful, it's to look sexy as fuck."

Helen rolled her eyes at her girlfriend, "Aline, you don't need to go round dressed like that to impress me – you're always sexy to me. Even when you're in a t-shirt and track pants."

"Are you sure you can't come to the party tonight?" Aline queried as she strolled to stand behind Helen.

"I can't," Helen whispered while arms wrapped around her.

"Dammit, I need to get changed then." Aline complained, making Helen turn around in her arms.

"And why is that?" Helen asked, accepting a soft kiss from Aline. "You look perfectly acceptable like that to me."

"Because," Aline started with a cheeky smile, "I only wore this dress to impress you. If you're not there, there's no one else to impress."

"Oh you dork," Helen murmured fondly as she pulled her lover closer.

The way that you know what I thought I knew,

It's the beat my heart skips when I'm with you,

Aline faced the dancer again as he roughly pulled her body against hers. She had her hold her gasp of surprise in when he was accidentally a lot harsher than rehearsed.

But I still don't understand,

Just how your love can do what no one else can.

The singer found herself bending backwards before he yanked her back up and they stared into each other's eyes, attempting to appear as if the chemistry between them was thick with lust. Aline couldn't help but remind herself that it'd be helpful if there was chemistry between them to begin with.

Got me looking so crazy right now,

Your love's got me looking so crazy right now.

"Oh God, Helen, the things you do to me." Aline shrieked, clutching Helen's shoulders, her nails digging in as Helen focused on pleasuring her woman.

Got me looking so crazy right now,

Your touch got me looking so crazy right now.

Aline's dance partner twirled her, just as some of the stage lights shined down onto the front row of the audience. As soon as her eyes landed on a silvery haired woman who was perched on her seat with a proud smile on her face, Aline felt as if time slowed down. Helen was perfect and hers. Catching her girlfriend's eye, Aline jokingly blew a kiss before winking. The audience all seemed to become even more enthralled, although they were unaware of the story behind the action. Aline's act caused a gentile blush to rise to Helen's cheeks, before she leaned over to whisper to Mark, who was sitting beside her – along with the rest of Alec's band.

Got me hoping you'll save me right now,

Aline waited until Helen looked back at her before she stared directly into her lover's eyes. The dancers moved to the back of the stage where they posed while the music began to quieten down.

Your kiss got me hoping you'll save me right now (your love),

Looking so crazy in love.

Helen grinned at Aline and waved subtly, mouthing something that Aline didn't pick up on. Raising an eyebrow, she headed closer to where Helen was sitting. She forgot all about the pain of her costume and heels or the way she had just wanted to watch re-runs of Game of Thrones all night. In that moment, all she wanted to do was impress her adoring fangirl of a girlfriend.

The eyeshadow and highlighter on Helen's face glimmered in the stage light as she mouthed the words again, "I'm so crazy in love with you."

Got me looking, got me looking so crazy in love.

Aline couldn't stop the smile coming onto her face as the lights dimmed.

Uh oh, uh oh, uh oh, oh no no.

"Ragnor," Magnus called out loudly, eyes frantically searching for Ragnor and his colourful hair.

He began to run after the other man, who had started sprinting as soon as he was out of the corridor. Cursing under his breath, Magnus knew he shouldn't have worn his fancy, yet completely unpractical boots today. He kept looking around frantically as others passed by, giving him weird looks.

"Excuse me. Sorry. Excuse me," Magnus apologised hurriedly as he weaved his way through a gaggle of strangers.

Glitter flew into the air when Magnus accidentally bumped into a tall stranger, who yelped out, "watch it! God, how do I get this crap off me?"

"Sorry! Spray your clothes with hairspray, let it harden, wash it and the glitter will come off in flakes." Magnus replied, not bothering to look at the person as he continued on.

"What the bloody hell was that about?" The person grumbled, although Magnus was already out of ear shot.

Magnus sent confused onlookers sheepish smiles as he muttered under his breath, "Rags, wait up. Please."

He caught sight of Ragnor as he turned down into another corridor. Ragnor burst into the male's bathroom, Magnus following, shrieking when the heavy door almost knocked into him. He stumbled back before he huffing and continuing to go inside. As soon as he caught sight of the bathroom's interior, he began to grimace at the mustard walls and brown tiled floors. He was brought out of his thoughts when he heard the sound of sobbing.

Frowning deeply, Magnus slowly approached the stalls, the sound of his boots muffled against the floor. "Ragnor? You in there?"

"Go away, Mags." Ragnor muttered sadly, his voice muffled as he sniffled feebly. "I need to be alone for a while. Please just go."

"Ragnor, it's me. As long as I'm around, you'll never be alone." Magnus swore seriously, heading towards the stall that the other man had locked himself away with.

"You can't promise that," Ragnor mumbled brokenly as Magnus leaned against the door, pressing his ear against it. Magnus' frown deepened when Ragnor added, "no one can."

"Ragnor, no matter what, I'll always be with you. In your heart." Magnus reminded him, his voice thick with emotion and eyes watering as he knocked gently on the stall door. "Let me in. Please my dear little cabbage, let me in."

Magnus waited for Ragnor's reply with a hopeful expression. Ragnor was completely still before he realised a long sigh and gave in after a few moments of tense silence. "You always were a sook, Magnus."

Magnus smiled slightly as the lock clicked and the door swung open, revealing Ragnor with tear streaks down his cheeks and bright red eyes.

"Oh Rags," Magnus opened his arms and Ragnor broke down, letting a wail as he collapsed into Magnus' waiting arms.

The two men clutched each other as Magnus finally let his confident walls fall down. And in that disgusting bathroom, not for the first or last time, he and Ragnor gave each other the strength they needed to get through the pain.

Izzy returned with coffee, silently handing Alec a black coffee with no sugar. He sent her a thankful smile as she went to give one to Camille's adopted parents, who immediately went to over her money.

"No, it's on me." Izzy whispered weakly, comfortingly patting an emotional Vivienne on the shoulder.

"Thank you," Roger murmured before the Lightwood daughter went to sit back down, slurping her coffee as she kicked her heels off.

Alec pointedly ignored the gaze directed onto him by his father as he took a swig of his coffee and placed the takeaway coffee cup onto the floor next to him. Annamarie sat next to his Dad, keeping a respectable distance between them. Alec tried to ignore the feeling of displeasure that rose in him every time he caught sight of his father's mistress. Annamarie and Robert both seemed to be very aware of the angry vibes his children were giving them. A tense and awkward silence fell between the group and continued for a few moments.

Alec choked on his coffee when Batari unexpectedly spoke up, "you're a singer, aren't you Alec?"

Alec jumped in surprise, subtly wiping his mouth to make sure he didn't get coffee on his face. "Yes, I am. I have been for a few years now. It definitely helped having parents already in the entertainment business – it was pretty easy to get a gig."

"I remember when you first rose to fame," Batari chuckled kindly as she eyed the darkhaired man subtly. "Magnus was hooked straight away. You should've seen his bedroom – there were posters of you everywhere. It was practically impossible to go a day without him going on about Alexander Lightwood."

"And believe it or not, but our sweet Cammie was obsessed with Jace. He was the background image for her phone for a year or two." Roger added warmly, laughing and not seeing the unreadable look on Annamarie's face.

"Weren't all the girls obsessed with Jace?" Tessa joked softly, sending a gentle smile towards the Belcourts.

"I suppose so," Roger agreed, nodding his head thoughtfully. "From my memory, I can still remember Cammie and Magnus gossiping about the Lightwoods after school. I believe you all rose to fame when they were nearing the end of their high school years. Gosh, the things those two said; they could make a prostitute blush."

"Don't be so dramatic, Roger." Vivienne cracked a smile at her husband. "I do remember Cammie dancing to your music though, especially after she had a bad day. Your music always managed to brighten her mood."

"Really?" Alec honestly felt surprised at the thought of the ice queen dancing to his song. "Was there any song she liked in particular?"

"There were two songs that she loved and would not stop replaying them…what were they?" Roger muttered thoughtfully, stroking his chin as he stared into space.

"They were some of your earlier stuff," Vivienne supplied, looking at Roger for help.

"If she was anything like Magnus, the dance song would've been I Believe in a Thing Called Love." Batari suggested, making Vivienne clap her hands.

"That's it!" Vivienne cheered, laughing loudly which seemed to shock everyone in the hallway. "That song means so much to me now, she adored it. Used to hum it everywhere she went as well."

"It was one of the first rock songs I did," Alec beamed at Vivienne, who started to sing under her breath. Alec caught Jace's eye, as everyone else brightened at the sound of the melody.

"She did love that song, so did Magnus." Clary recalled fondly, "they danced to it at prom during their last year at high school. Apparently Magnus requested it."

"Who danced to what?" Everyone turned around to see that Ragnor and Magnus had returned, both with messy hair and bloodshot eyes.

"You and Cammie danced to I Believe in a Thing Called Love." Maia explained and both Magnus and Ragnor immediately had nostalgic expressions on their face.

"Those were the days," Magnus sighed sentimentally, moving to Alec's side and taking a sip of Alec's cooling cough. He spluttered and a disgusted look replaced the wistful one, "ew, that's so gross."

"It's a black coffee," Alec informed him lazily, making Magnus groan.

"You could've told me that before I took a sip. Why did I date someone who is prepared to drink gasoline?" he bemoaned, stirring giggles from everyone.

"Oh hush it, I'm not the one who practically drinks diabetes," Alec retorted cheekily, receiving a mischievous grin from Magnus.

"Back to the original conversation," Tessa interrupted before Magnus could spark a debate, "Cammie definitely adored the song."

"She loved Just a Dream as well," Magnus educated everyone cheerfully. "Especially after her first break up with some douchebag, it pretty much became her anthem for a few months."

Unexpectedly, it was Annamarie who spoke it. "I loved that song too, the emotion that you had when you sang it Alexander…it definitely related to a part of me. I know many people going through tough break ups who relied on it because it really described the way they felt."

"Did you write that for someone in particular?" Simon asked curiously, raising an eyebrow.

Alec went bright red and coughed uncomfortably, "possibly."

Maia sat up straighter at the possibility of gossip, "who?".

"Yes, who?" Magnus narrowed his eyes and Alec gulped, shooting desperate looks at his siblings, who turned a blind eye to them.

"Errr, some guy. It was a long time ago, nothing important now." He tried to avoid the question as he cleared his throat.

"Do not think you can get out of it that easily," Will teased, happiness returning to his eye. "C'mon Lightwood, share the details."

"Don't pressure him, William." Jem chastised, although he too seemed inquisitive.

Alec licked his lips before admitting, "it was for my first boyfriend…he was a bit of a summertime romance sort of thing. I met him when I was touring around America a few years ago. Nothing serious…at least for him."

"And just what was this guy's name?" Ragnor leaned closer, seeming to perk up a bit.

"Yes Alexander, what was his name?" Magnus questioned, watching his boyfriend closely.

Alec bit his lip, "if you really must know, his name was Jake. He actually inspired a few songs, like You Give Love a Bad Name."

"That was one of your greatest hits," Jem suddenly was grinning, "and definitely one of my favourites."

"I bet it's a nice feeling to have penned such a great song that made you popular and rich…all because of some dickhead who is still without you and probably a lowlife." Will offered charmingly, grinning at Alec.

"William, language." Jem hissed under his breath.

"Yes Mum," Will retorted cheekily and the two gazed lovingly at each other.

"Okay, enough talk about how brilliant Alec is," Jace declared when he realised that Alec was becoming more self-conscious as the discussion went on.

"You just want people to talk about how great you are," Magnus fired off at him, also coming to the same realising about Alec.

Jace smirked at the sparkly man and shrugged half-heartedly, "I cannot deny that, Bane."

"Leave it alone, you two." Clary laughed, only to be tugged closer to Jace's side as she rested her head on his chest.

Alec kept his head down as he made his way down the hallway, trying to ensure that no one realised who he was. He strode into the men's bathroom, running a hand through his hair as the door shut behind him with a thud. The bathroom was tranquil and appeared to be empty, making him groan from the relief of not having to face another crazy fan who didn't stop to think that since he was in a hospital, he might not be in the mood for taking photos with them. He headed towards the mirror, frowning at his appearance. His hair was messy and dark bags were under his eyes from spending the night sleeping on the uncomfortable floor. He jumped from surprise one of the toilets flushed, inwardly preparing himself in case it was another stalkerish, overly happy fan. The stall door opened and Robert exited, making his way to stand next to Alec as he washed his hands. Alec suddenly couldn't decide if he did prefer the fan over his father.

"Alexander," Robert murmured, eyes downcast while the water ran.

"Dad," Alec muttered back, licking his chapped lips. He couldn't think of anything to say, so eventually he clumsily said, "so…that's Annamarie?"

"That's Annamarie," Robert confirmed awkwardly as he turned off the taps and went to the hand dryer.

"She's…pretty," Alec added cumbersomely, turning around to lean against the sink.

"She is," Robert agreed, raising his voice over the sound of the dryer. "How is it going with you and Magnus?"

"Good…yeah, we're…well, as good as we can be considering the situation." Alec answered with an uncomfortable look directed towards where the group would be sitting outside Cammie's hospital room.

"Yes, that does make things difficult." Robert stated as he finished drying his hands. "I must admit, I've never been in a position like that, but you're handling it amazingly well, Alexander."

"Hey Dad, do you think it's possible for us to arrange a performance here?" Alec suddenly spat out, shutting his mouth as soon as the question left it.

Robert paused, gaping at his son before he finally found the words to reply. "I suppose so…I don't see why not."

"Cool," Alec mumbled as he checked the time on his phone. The screen lit up with a picture of Magnus kissing his cheeks as he beamed at the camera. They had taken the photo back in Alec's bedroom in London.

"Can I ask why you want to do a performance here?" Robert queried, raising an eyebrow.

"For the patients. Perhaps it can even be free entry for them? To give them something they'd hopefully get a smile from." Alec shrugged and Robert sent him a smile.

"Of course, I'll text your mother and see if we can arrange something with the managers and all the production assistants." He replied before leaving the bathroom in a hurry without a final word.

"Thanks Dad," Alec said to the air, moping as he stared pensively at the floor.

"Alexander, did you hear?" Magnus ran at Alec once the singer returned the corridor after the conversation with his father. Alec had little time to prepare himself before he found his boyfriend leaping into his arms.

"Hi there," Alec spluttered and stumbled back at the suddenly happily infectious mood of his partner. He moved his face so he no longer had a mouthful of Magnus' gelled hair. "Mags, what is going on?"

"She's going to be okay," Magnus cheered as Alec reposition his hands to hold Magnus under his thighs. Magnus didn't seem to realise that as he happily grabbed Alec's face before planting a sloppy and jovial kiss on the singer's lips.

"Are you serious?" Alec beamed at the bouncing fashion student, who nodded. The singer then held on tighter to Magnus and kissed all over his boyfriend's face, "oh my God, I'm so happy for your guys! When can we see her?"

"The doctor said we can see her soon," Magnus grinned before contentedly kissing Alec again. Alec slowly released his legs and let Magnus slide down his body a little before he stood up straight. "Oh, I've never really felt this happy before. Except for the time you sort of publically confessed your love for me and then proceeded to kiss me backstage. That was nice too."

"It definitely was nice," Alec agreed gently, resting his forehead against Magnus' as he cupped the other man's cheek. "I'm happy that she's recovering."

"So am I, baby. So am I." Magnus whispered against Alec's lips quietly as the two of them took a moment to enjoy each other's presence.

"One of Britain's most famous families has returned to America, but the question is why? Alexander, Jace and Isabelle Lightwood, children of the recently separated Maryse and Robert Lightwood, were sighted at JFK airport three days ago. The siblings appeared to be tense and unwilling to stop to chat to paparazzi," the video of the reporter was changed to one of Alec, Jace and Izzy at the airport.

Alec had his head down as he carried his duffle travelling bag over one shoulder, ignoring the shouts of, "Alexander, how are you? Welcome back to America!"

Beside Alec was Izzy, strutting purposefully in her heels as she carried her handbag with one hand and held up the collar of her fur coat to partially shield her face. Jace was a little behind them, checking his phone as he walked. The three of them pointedly ignored the cameras, fans and paparazzi.

The reporter returned to the screen, "rumours have spread like wildfire after the three where then seen heading to a hospital. Some fans believe that this trip to the hospital could be linked to Isabelle's previous relationship with Meliorn Knightly. Is it possible that Isabelle is expecting her ex boyfriend's child? Perhaps the result of a one night stand after Meliorn's recent breakup with Seelie Faye. The couple had reportedly been on the rocks, however, Meliorn and Seelie were seen fighting at a recent charity event they attended together. At the time, Seelie's manager claimed that the couple were just being humans in love and that the public should think nothing of it. Two days later, Seelie confirmed the end of their relationship with an Instagram post, where she said, single and free. Nothing can hold me back now. Thank you to all my Seelie Princesses out there for your love and support. Always yours, the Seelie Queen. Will Isabelle and Meliorn be reunited due to their love child? Or has Isabelle moved on from Meliorn after his infamous betrayal? And will Seelie try and return to her ex-lover, Jace Lightwood? And lastly, we still want to know, who was the lucky man that Alexander serenaded at his London concert? Could he have anything to do with their sudden return to America? This is all we had time for tonight, stay tune for tomorrow as we continue to discuss the theories behind the Lightwood's secrets."

Alec didn't tell Magnus of his plan to hold a concert at the hospital, despite Alec's manager's jump at the offer. Apparently, his manager believed it'd be beneficial for Alec's public persona to be willing to do such a concert, so the preparations for the performance were rushed. It had been arranged to hold the performance in the large garden at the hospital, where a small stage would be set up. Alec's band were flying over from London in a day's time, accompanied by Helen. What excited Alec's manager even more was the possibility of Aline joining him for a duet. Their next song, Alejandro, was planned to be released in three months. Three months which involved numerous dance and music rehearsals. Alec found himself dreading all the rehearsals due, but every time he brought up that fact, Izzy would tell him to live in the moment with Magnus.

"Earth to Alec?" he jumped slightly, turning around to see Jace watching him closely. "You okay, man? Looking a bit pale and faint."

"Oh, hey Jace. I'm fine, just a little tired." Alec cleared his throat and blinked quickly, his eyes burning from exhaustion.

"Good, because I have some gossip for you so you better listen. Have you heard the latest reports?" Jace queried casually as he handed Alec another black coffee.

Alec shook his head, dark hair falling in front of his eyes. He mentally reminded himself to talk to Helen about having a haircut that she approved of. "Do I want to know what they're saying now?"

"Apparently, the most popular rumour currently is that we're at the hospital because Izzy is pregnant with Meliorn's child," Jace informed him with a wicked grin.

Alec blanched, "that is the most idiotic thing I've heard all day. Why would Izzy be at a hospital for days because of that? Isn't Merliorn with Seelie Faye?"

"I don't know, I guess if someone went wrong with a pregnancy, a woman in stay in hospital. Ask Mum, I know nothing about women when they're preggers. Back to the gossip, according to reports and Seelie's Instagram, she and Meliorn broke up two weeks ago." Jace stated as the two men strolled down the hospital hallways. "I'm just waiting to see Izzy's reaction when she finds out about the baby bit. It's going to be priceless."

"I'm guessing she'll make some statement online about it and bite back at all the comments. After all, that's what she usually does." Alec replied, sipping his coffee and moaning at the taste. "Best coffee I've had in a while."

"You had one two hours ago from the same place as that one," Jace raised an eyebrow, causing Alec to ignore him as he took another mouthful. "Anyway, I did actually have a reason to find you. Other than tell you about all the rumours."

"Yeah? Why did you come find me?" Alec asked absentmindedly while they entered the empty elevator.

"Camille's awake and seeing visitors," Jace said casually while pushing the control button on the elevator. Alec almost spat out a mouthful of coffee, causing Jace to let out an undignified shriek. "Ew dude, that's so gross. Don't be such a slob."

"She's awake? Is everything okay with her? Does Magnus know yet?" Alec beamed at his adopted brother, who seemed somewhat bemused by his behaviour.

"Yeah, she is okay and she'll make a full recover…at least that's what Cat told me. Why are you practically bouncing of the walls? Don't get me wrong – I'm happy she's okay, but you're on a whole new level of happiness." Jace scrunched up his nose and almost ran out of the elevator when the doors opened with a ding.

Alec huffed at Jace's antics and followed his brother, "because Jace, recovering Camille means happy boyfriend. Okay and definitely going to live Camille means really happy boyfriend."

"And really happy boyfriend means sex. I get you now," Jace made an awed sound and clicked his fingers while Alec spluttered in shock.

"That is not what I meant," he disagreed, chasing after his cackling brother. "Not everything links back to sex, Jace."

"Stop being such a prude, Alec. You want to take Magnus on a one way ticket to pound town, I understand." Jace sounded as if he was being a saint by understanding Alec's situation.

Alec became bright red and rushed to put an end to what his brother was saying, "lower your voice, you prat. That is not what I meant and you know it. And where did you come up with some stupid sayings?"

Jace whirled around and smirked as he continued to tease Alec, "with a brief stop at dick city?"

"Jace," Alec whined, completely mortified. "Shut up, you git."

"Why should Jace shut up?" Magnus interjected from behind them, stepping out of the elevator with Tessa, Will and Jem.

"Because…" Alec started, trailing off awkwardly when he realised he had no excuse.

"He wants to take you on a very special trip. One of a kind, in fact." Jace answered kindly, smiling at Magnus.

"Onto more important matters," Alec raised his voice and gave Jace an irritated look, "where have you four been?"

"I had to go to work," Will said as they headed towards the two Lightwoods. "And Mags and Jem had university work to catch up on, so Jem was studying in the library and Magnus was at Idris."

"I bumped into them on the way here," Tessa supplied softly, nudging Alec slightly with a happy look on her face.

"Although we came as fast as we could when we heard Cammie was awake," Jem concluded for them, reaching over to grab Will's hand.

"Have you been to see her?" Magnus whispered to Alec, moving so that their sides touched with every step they took.

"Not yet, I only just heard from Jace." Alec mumbled, leading the group down the corridor, almost surprised to see it was empty, except for Simon, Izzy and Clary.

"Have you heard?" Izzy raced towards Alec with a dark expression on her face.

"I'm assuming this isn't about Camille waking up?" Magnus joked weakly, the only person who didn't seem to be fearing Isabelle and her wraith.

"The stupid reporters are saying that we're visiting the hospital because I'm expecting Meliorn's baby. What a load of crap! I'd have Simon's child before Meliorn's." Izzy ranted angrily, cheeks flushed with frustration.

"I don't think that Simon would mind that, darling." Magnus countered quickly, laughing when Izzy blushed for a different reason.

"I didn't mean it in that way…I just…er…" she bit her lower lip and stepped back. "I just hate all the false claims about me. They make me sound like some sort of slut."

"You're not a slut, Iz." Alec interrupted comfortingly, pulling her into his arms. "They don't know the real kick-ass Izzy we do, ignore whatever rumours they make. It's all lies."

"Oh no, dear brother, I'm fighting back." Izzy declared, stomping back over towards Clary and Simon.

"I told you," Jace muttered to Alec, who shot his brother an exasperated look.

"You might want to give it a few minutes before you go in," Clary said awkwardly, nodding towards Camille's hospital room.

"And why is that, my dear biscuit?" Magnus questioned, strutting towards the room and peering through the window. "Ah."

"What's happening?" Will barged through, peeking over Magnus' shoulder. "Ah."

"William, don't be so rude." Jem told him off, although he too joined the onlookers. "Oh."

"Okay, now I have to look to." Tessa complained as she made her way over to stand on Magnus' other side. "Ah, indeed."

Alec and Jace were the last the stand by their friends, both staring into the room. Their jaws dropped as they took in the sight. On the bed, was a slightly bruised Camille, whose fragile hands were tangled in Ragnor's bright locks. Wisps of her own blonde strands of hair partially covered her face, however, they all knew who the two lovers in the intimate embrace were. Their lips were connected and movements were slow and sweet.

"We best leave them," Alec whispered, gently tugging on Magnus' hand.

"We best," Magnus agreed, eyeing Alec with love filling his gaze.

"Alec, wait up." Alec turned around when he heard his name being shouted. He knew it wouldn't be Magnus, after his boyfriend had gone back to Idris for a few more hours to continue working on his project. Izzy was with Simon currently, while Jace continued to try and impress Clary. With this in mind, Alec kept a neutral expression on his face until he recognise the person. He immediately felt bad after being unable to hide his surprise when he realised it was Will calling out to him. "Don't look like a deer caught in headlights."

"Sorry Will, what can I do for you?" Alec gave him a tense smile, still bewildered.

"I wanted to talk to you about…a possibility of you helping me with something." Will murmured, protectively crossing his arms.

"What sort of things are you referring to?" Alec queried, giving Will a confused look.

"Um…well, Magnus told me that you know I'm planning to propose to Jem." Will bit his lower lip and Alec immediately began to understand where the guy was going with it.

"You want my help with your proposal?" He pushed, tilting his head slightly.

Will cleared his throat, "well, yes, I'd appreciate it. You see, I overheard you the other day. Talking to your Dad…about a free concert here at the hospital."

"Wow, I should've known better than to do business talk with my father in a public bathroom," Alec joked feebly. "What I'm getting from this conversation is that you want to propose to Jem at the concert."

"Bingo," Will cheered, grinning broadly at Alec. "Do you think that would be possible? You see, he adores your music and it'd mean so much to us. If it's a no, that's totally understandable though."

"I'd love to," Alec chuckled, knowing that his manager shouldn't have any issues with the matter. "Do you have a particular song you want me to sing? Or do you want to come up onto the stage or what's the plan?"

"I was hoping that you could…" Will trailed off when he looked over Alec's shoulder, his eyes widening. "Jem! Baby, what are you doing here?"

"Getting a tea from the café…why, what's wrong?" Jem's brow furrowed as Will pulled him to his side.

"Nothing, just chatting to Alec. It was nice talking to you," Will smiled at Alec with the promise to discuss the plans with him.

"You too," Alec nodded at him and watched as Will dragged Jem away.

I know it was a bit of an awkward finish, but just wait until the next chapter and you might be okay with it ;) Thank you so much to everyone who reviewed!

blacknblu30 – Haha I'm still trying to decide what's going to happen with the dancer, but I'm aiming to make that another chapter or two away. The next thing that probably (no promises) will happen is a certain concert…where I'm guessing you'll be able to tell what will happen ;) Thank you so much for reviewing again! Especially since you went to the effort when you weren't home. Means a lot to me.

Tay – I'm guessing you'll be glad that she survived the accident! I didn't really want to drag Cammie's stay in hospital out for too long, since it isn't meant to be a key part of the fic. Just a little angst to make things a little more complex! On the plus side, Alec has his Magnus again. I'm excited to play around with Alec and the dancer, although I'll need to figure out how it'll happen. Nothing serious though, I promise. The ball will be soon, probably after the next chapter. Perhaps the one after that. I just want Cammie to be better, Magnus to have his dresses down and then preferably a certain couple engaged. I'll probably add more to that list, but that's it for now! I'm sure Alec will make the right decision for his fashion stylist, but he will have to do it soon since he'll eventually need to go on the tour. I hope that helped with some of your questions and emotions!

DauntlessAR – Vivienne and Roger are definitely regretting hiding the adoption now! There was no way that I could let Cam leave Ragnor. I've done my far share of cruel things in fics, but that would not be one of them ;)

FigsVsNewton – I'm glad you liked the plot twist! I really liked comforting Alec too, it's definitely a good look on him! I even tried to show a bit of protective Alec too in this chapter, when Annamarie arrived. Thank you for reviewing again!

Wohlerbear – I'm still trying to decide how I want to set up the Alejandro video, since I don't want it to be exactly like the original one. So I'm still wracking my brain for ideas! Although, I can promise that you will adore Magnus' reaction. It was definitely hard for me to write the scene when Camille was hit by the car, and I think that writing Cat's reaction to seeing her friend in that condition was the most emotional part of this fic so far. That scene might've possibly had been inspired by an episode of some reality T.V. show based in an emergency room in a hospital…which makes it sound a lot less cool :P The graduation ball will happen soon! Especially since everyone has been so amazing and patient with my terrible updating. Sizzy and Clace will happen soon! I hope you liked the way I brought in some of it in this chapter, I'm trying to slowly build them up a little more, especially with Izzy and Simon. Thanks for being so sweet!

Pri-Chan 1410 – Alec was definitely there to support Magnus! I plan on building the mother/son relationship between Alec and Batari as well. Thanks for reviewing again!

Lukas Le Stelle – You should definitely be a mind reader. Pfft, who needs college anyways? ;) And I've considered having Maryse and Alec sing a duet together, but I'm not 100% certain because I really don't want to screw it up and make the story all terrible D: Pretty sure my heart would break if that happened /3 I sort of imagine Maryse's voice to be a bit like Adele's mixed with Demi Lovato, and then Alec's is sort of like Adam Lambert's...if any of that makes sense :P Thanks for reviewing again and you should totally work on that mind reader career!

floosted – hehe how dare I? I just did ;)

Guest (1) – THANK YOU SO MUCH! Your review brightened my day so much! Haha I never thought there'd be a day where I didn't want Camille to not die either, but I may be biased, but I like her in this fic. Especially with Ragnor. Is it bad to fangirl over the ships in my own fic? In which case, I'm screwed. I'll need to figure out how to have Camille find out about her relation to the Lightwood trio, but being Camille, it will probably be very dramatic ;) I'm glad you loved the "Bob" moment and Alejandro may or may not return to the fic. The main reason I introduced him was to raise jealousy in Alec, but I might bring the character back. Thank you for reviewing!

Moonchild001 – Cammie is okay, do not fret my dear reader, I repeat, she is okay ;)

Anonymous – I'm sorry for how long it took to update D: Thanks for loving my fic though, hearing that makes my day 100 times better :')

Guest (2) – Oh nooooo, I'm sorry for making you drop to the floor and beg :O I'll try and make it up to you by updating the next chapter quickly ;) Thanks for reviewing!