Authors Note:
Coming to an end shortly, but I absolutely love this story, and where it's gone! Let me know what you think and leave a review! :)
Chapter Twenty Seven
Time Jump – Beverly's First Birthday
Jace and Clary couldn't believe that Beverly was one already. It seemed like yesterday they brought her home, and now they had already spent a year of their lives loving that little girl, and it seemed impossible but Clary and Jace loved her more and more every single day.
Clary had Beverly in her highchair feeding her breakfast, and singing along to her favorite song to listen to at the moment, which was a Panic! At the Disco song, and it made Clary laugh every single time. When it came on in the car, Beverly instantly perked up, and started dancing along which cause Jace and Clary endless amounts of happiness.
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"Haven't you people ever heard of closing a goddamn door?"
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"Haven't you people ever heard of closing a goddamn door?"
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Jace heard Clary singing in the kitchen and when he walked in Clary was dancing and Beverly was doing her signature dance and Jace couldn't get the smile off his face as he saw his two girls smiling and enjoying life.
"You know, I don't think that's an appropriate song for a one year old." Jace said and Clary looked at him.
"She doesn't know what they're saying." Clary said and Jace laughed. He went over and pressed his lips to Beverly's head, and than one to Clary's lips.
"What time do we have to be at my parents?" Jace asked as he started to feed Beverly.
"Lunch is at 12, so everyone is getting there between 11:30 and 11:45." Clary said and Jace nodded.
"Here comes the airplane." Jace said in his baby voice and Beverly immediately opened her mouth to receive the food. "Sounds good." Jace said.
"What would you like for breakfast?" Clary asked.
"What are you having?" Jace asked.
"I didn't really having anything in mind, so whatever you want I can make." Clary said.
"French toast?" Jace suggested.
"I'll start that right away." Clary said and Jace looked back at Beverly.
"You're mommy is the best." Jace cooed. "You're lucky to have her." Jace said and Clary couldn't help but smile. She was truly blessed in life, and despite the hardships, everything couldn't be more perfect.
Time Jump – Lunch
Jace walked into his parents house with Beverly in his arms. Max and Rafe were in the living room playing, and the rest of the adults were all sitting in the kitchen drinking wine, and talking. When Jace walked in all their attention focused on Beverly. Maryse walked over and scooped her out of Jace's arms.
"Happy birthday my little angel." Maryse cooed and Beverly giggled. "You've gotten so big."
"She's an eater." Jace said. "We actually have to cut her off otherwise she'll eat forever." He said and everyone laughed.
"Yea, she gets that from you." Clary said as she entered the kitchen. "Oh, is that wine?" Clary asked and Jocelyn nodded and poured her a glass. "You're DD and on baby duty tonight babe. I'm going to unwind." Clary said and Jace laughed.
"Of course." Jace said and Clary smiled and took a sip of her wine.
About 20 minutes later Izzy and Simon walked and said their hellos. Once everyone was there it was tine for lunch. Everyone took their seats and lunch was served. The table was filled with light conversation, and mostly talking about what everyone's latest project was. Izzy was still making clothes for Beverly, and showing her ideas to Clary who was loving every single one of them.
After lunch was over, Jace took Beverly into the living room, and put her on the floor and surrounded her with the blocks she was obsessed with. Max and Rafe were in the corner playing with Legos, and all the adults made their way into the living room with chill. Clary sat next to Jace and he tucked her into his side.
"Simon and I have some news." Izzy said after a moment. "We're pregnant." She nearly screamed and everyone cheered. Jace stood up and pulled Izzy into him.
"That's amazing Iz." Jace said and she smiled.
"How far along are you?" Maryse asked as she gave her daughter a hug.
"Almost 3 months." Izzy said. "I'm sorry we didn't tell you sooner, I mean we only found out like 2 weeks ago, and we took some time to process the news."
"Totally understandable sweetheart." Robert said. "Our fourth grandchild, damn this family is multiplying." He said and everyone laughed.
"How are you feeling?" Clary asked.
"I'm tired, but other than that I feel great." She said as she rubbed her bump. Clary noticed that she was wearing baggier clothes, and that was most likely to keep the secret, and everything.
"I can't wait until they get here." Maryse said.
"I know. I'm so anxious." Izzy said.
The women continued to talk about baby things, and were gushing about what Izzy was going to have. Beverly started fussing so Jace picked her up and started bouncing her around to calm her down.
"Dada." She muttered and Jace froze.
"What was that Bev?" Jace asked.
"Dada." She said a little louder and a smile broke out on his face.
"I knew I was your favorite." He whispered in her ear. "Clary, check this out." Jace said and Clary looked at him. "Do it again Bev." Jace said.
"Dada!" She said proudly and Clary's jaw dropped.
"I can't believe she'd turn her back on me." Clary said faking sadness. She got off the couch and made her way over to Jace and Beverly.
"She's a daddy's girl. Always has been." Jace said as he tickled her belly making her giggle again.
"That she is." Clary said. Jace put his arm around Clary and pulled her into him. Today had been a good day. And it really was only the beginning.
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Time Jump – Seven Months Pregnant
Saying Izzy was uncomfortable would be an understatement. She couldn't even lay down without being in pain, and she hated it, and so did Simon. She wanted to help her in anyway he could, but there was only so much he could do for her. She had to stop working a couple weeks ago, and Izzy was going stir crazy in the house. She wanted to be active again, and she wanted to get back to her old self.
It was a normal Thursday, and Izzy was sitting on the couch watching whatever TV show was on that didn't bore her. Simon was working, so she was basically just left alone with her thoughts, and the occasional kicks her daughter decided to grace her with. Izzy knew that she was going to love being a mother, and she knew Simon was going to be the best father, but the process is what she wasn't a fan of, and she couldn't picture having another one anytime soon or if ever. The doorbell rang, and Izzy was confused, but pulled herself off the couch and went to see who it was. When she opened the door she was shocked to see Clary, Jace and Beverly.
"What are you three doing here?" Izzy asked.
"Simon said you were bored out of your mind here, so Clary and I decided to take a nice long weekend and visit." Jace said and Izzy's heart swelled.
"Thanks guys." Izzy said and they made their way into the living room.
"How are you feeling?" Clary asked as she set up Beverly's playpen and stuck her in there.
"I'm so tired, and in a lot of pain. I just can't wait until she gets here." Izzy told her.
"I understand that." Clary said. "But it's all worth it Iz. Trust me."
"I'm highly considering never having another child. One is enough for me." Izzy said and Clary laughed.
"I thought the same thing, but Beverly is going to be 2 soon, and…." Clary trailed off as her hands went to her stomach and Izzy's eyes widened.
"Oh my god. You're pregnant?" She said and Clary hushed her. "Jace doesn't know yet?" Izzy asked and Clary shook her head.
"Not yet. I just found out last week." Clary said.
"When are you going to tell him?" Izzy asked.
"Soon. I hope." Clary said and Jace walked back into the room and Beverly immediately perked up. She was such a daddy's girl and it warmed Izzy's heart to see it. She could only hope that her daughter would be that attached to Simon. Izzy looked at Clary and nudged her. Clary took a deep breath and looked at Jace. "Jace."
"Yea babe?" Jace said as he sat on the ground with Beverly in his lap.
"Uh, I have something I need to tell you." Clary said as her voice shook and Jace looked up with concern flooding his eyes.
"Is everything okay?" Jace asked.
"Everything is more than okay." Clary said. She looked over at Izzy who gave her a thumbs up. "I'm just going to come right out and say it. I'm pregnant."
"You're what?" Jace said completely shocked at the bomb Clary just dropped.
"I'm pregnant." Clary said again and instead of confusion, pure joy broke out on Jace's face.
"You're serious?" Jace asked which caused Clary and Izzy to laugh.
"Why would I joke about that?" Clary said and Jace laughed and crawled over to her.
"I don't know." He said and Clary smiled. "We're going to have another baby?" Jace asked.
"We're going to have another baby." Clary said.
"You hear that Bev, you're going to be a big sister!" Jace cheered and picked Beverly up and she giggled. "I can't believe we're going to have another baby."
"Me either." Clary said.
"Have you had your first appointment yet?" Jace asked.
"I have it scheduled for next week." Clary said and Jace smiled.
"Ahhhh. We're going to have another baby." Jace said as he continued to play with Beverly.
"I don't think I've ever seen him so happy." Izzy whispered to Clary and she just smiled.
"He's such a softy." Clary said and Izzy laughed and they both focused back on Jace.
The rest of the night went by so well. When Simon got home Clary and Jace filled him in on the news, and Simon was just as ecstatic. Their family was growing exceptionally fast but everyone loved it. There were so many kids running around at family functions, and everyone couldn't picture it any other way. Everything was working out, and everyone as happy, and that's all that matter.
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"Rafe, Max, we have to leave soon!" Magnus called to his sons.
"Papa, where are we going again?" Max asked.
"We're going to visit Aunt Izzy in the hospital." Magnus explained.
"Is she okay?" Max asked.
"She's fine blueberry. She just had your cousin." Magnus said.
"Is that where daddy is?" Rafe asked.
"Yes." Magnus said. "Come on, get your shoes on." He said and the nodded and started Velcroing their shoes. Once they were finished Magnus loaded them into the car and made their way to the hospital. Alec had told him what room they were in so Magnus grabbed Rafe, and Max's hand and started walking through the hospital. When they got to room 110, Magnus knocked softly before opening the door.
"Daddy!" Max said as he ran towards Alec. Alec bent down and scooped him into his arms. Rafe was right behind him and barreled into his legs.
"Hi boys." Alec said.
"Hello love." Magnus said as he walked over and gave Alec a sweet kiss.
"Where is our cousin?" Rafe asked.
"Right behind you." Alec said and they looked towards Izzy.
"She's so tiny." Rafe said and everyone laughed.
"She's only a couple hours old boys." Alec reminded them. Alec set Max down and Rafe took his hand in his and they made their way over to Izzy. Jace helped them both onto the bed as they looked at their cousin in awe.
"What's her name?" Max asked.
"This is Emily Lewis." Izzy said and the boys both nodded.
Everyone stayed at the hospital for a couple hours to get acquainted for the newest addition to the family. Jace and Clary had left first. Clary being almost 4 months pregnant was pretty exhausted, and she wanted to rest. When Magnus notice Max drifting he knew it was time to head home. Alec scooped him up in his arms, and Magnus grabbed onto Rafe hand and they made their way out of the hospital. When they got home Alec changed Max and put him to bed. They did the same with Rafe, but before they could leave he started talking.
"Are we going to get a sister?" Rafe asked and Magnus and Alec both looked at each other.
"I don't know buddy." Magnus said. They had never talked about having another child.
"I want a sister." Rafe said. "I love Max, but I think a sister would be cool." He said and Alec and Magnus smiled.
"We'll talk about it." Alec said and Rafe smiled.
"Goodnight papa." Rafe said.
"Goodnight Rafe."
"Goodnight daddy." He than said.
"Goodnight Rafe." Alec said and Magnus shut his door and made their way to the kitchen. It was only about 8 and they weren't nearly tired enough to head to bed, and apparently they had a conversation to hold.
"Who knew they would be so eager to have siblings." Magnus finally said and Alec laughed.
"I mean, Max was thrilled to be getting Rafe as a brother." Alec said. "I could see the way Rafe looked at Emily. It was almost like he had this instinctual need to protect her. Maybe he wants."
"It would make sense." Magnus said. "His whole life he's spent living on the streets. His first instinct is to take care of people. Remember when Max tripped and scrapped his knee and started crying? Rafe was by his side immediately and didn't leave until he knew Max was okay."
"I guess the real question is, do you want another child." Alec said and Magnus smiled.
"You know I'd love to raise another child with you." Magnus said.
"So do we start looking, or what?" Alec asked and Magnus laughed.
"I think we need to do something before adopting another child." Magnus said and Alec looked confused. Magnus reached into his pocket where he was keeping the ring. When he pulled it out Alec looked shocked.
"Magnus." Alec said.
"You are the most important thing in my life." Magnus started. "Apart from our kids that is." He said and Alec smiled. "I've known I wanted to marry you since we were in college, but we were faced with so many obstacles, that I just felt like it was never the right time." Magnus admitted. "I love our life together, but god damn it I want to make you my husband." Magnus said and Alec laughed. "So Alexander Gideon Lightwood, would you do the honor of marrying me?" Magnus asked and Alec smiled.
"Absolutely." Alec said. Magnus lipped the ring on his finger and kissed Alec. When they pulled apart Alec lifted the chain form his neck and took the ring off it. "It seems only fitting that you get a ring too."
"But that's your family ring." Magnus said.
"I know. And I wouldn't want to give it to anyone else." Alec said. He slipped it on Magnus finger, and Magnus couldn't stop smiling.
"I love you Alexander." Magnus said.
"I love you too Magnus." Alec said and they sealed their new relationship status with a kiss. Alec was thrilled to be getting married, and thrilled about possibly adding a new addition to their family. Everything was so perfect that sometimes it didn't even seem to real to either Alec or Magnus but they loved it, and wouldn't' trade it for the world.
Authors Note:
Disclaimer, I don't own Panic! At the Disco, or that song! I just thoroughly enjoy it and thought it was a good choice for this story! Hope you all enjoyed! :)