I do not own The Mortal Instruments. I only own the original characters I, myself created. I am going to say that Clary was seventeen when we left her because it was her sixteenth birthday in the first book. There are six books. Plus, the six months of space I put. If that math doesn't please you, this doesn't have to be exactly 2 years. The image is from .

Fanlover (Guest): No promises. I can't reveal anything at this point but I see what you mean.

2 Years Later

My name is Clarissa Morgenstern. You might know me as Clary or one of the best badass shadowhunters out there. Thomas said we were going to change me and we did. I am not a weak, new shadowhunter who barely knows how to fight and lets the others do the job. I am known for being the one who takes out the demons and guys who think I do not have a boyfriend. Morgenstern is a name that does not bring appreciation or fright but boldness. I owe it to my family for that.

One of my best friends' is a vampire named Katherine. She has long black hair that contrasts to her deathly white skin. She tends to come along on our hunts since most of them take place in the night.

Lucas and Nathan have become brothers to me. They always argue, but never go too far. Both of them tend to call me Adele, my middle name, instead of Clary. The pair of them have always been there for me. Instead of having a shoulder to lean on, I have several.

Nicolette has become like a mother figure to me. My mother will always have a place in my heart, but Nicolette watches out for me. She always warns me when we have guest coming and comes to me regarding advice the council might need whenever she visits Idris.

Angel and I are training to become Parabatai. We have always balanced each other out. She tends to stay calm when I feel the urge to run rampant. I fuel her energy when she wants to call it quits.

And finally, Thomas. We started dating three months after my arrival. I was hesitant at first but I knew I had to move on. After, four months of dating I knew I have fallen in love. He is sweet, courageous, strong, hot, and can be compassionate. He always knows the exact thing that needs to be said. He never worries when I take on a couple demons by myself. And most of all, I know he loves me too.

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I look into the mirror before I head downstairs. I am wearing a white crop top that says This Is the Lightest I Wear which is actually not lying. Unless, you include some dresses I own. I also have on so black skinny jeans that have rips on them, paired with heeled combat boots. I have grown a couple more inches so I am not freakishly short anymore. My fiery red hair now has a darker tint to it, which helps with blending into the dark. I put on some eyeliner and mascara.

Putting on my skull ring, I walk downstairs. I think about how I would have barely touched makeup or clothes like this in New York but this seems like my normal outfit when I am not hunting. It is not like it doesn't work anyways. Since I have been here, I have grown taller and grown into my body more. All of the training helps too. This is a great advantage for whenever I have to get a demon's attention, or even a male's when I spar at Idris.

Right when I walk into the kitchen, two arms are put around my shoulders.

"Good morning, Adele," says Nathan.

"Have you heard the good news?" asks Lucas.

"No, I haven't. What happened? What do you two do?" I question in an accusing voice.

"Hey!" they shout in unison. I laugh.

"No, we did nothing. We just get to go to Idris again. The council requested our company. Yours especially."

"Me?" I ask, bewildered. "Why me? How did they even find out I'm here."

Now both of them laugh. I swear, they could be twins. I have never seen parabatai's this close.

"Because you are known across the shadow world. You are either known as Valentine's daughter," Nathan lists them out while counting on his fingers, "the one who can create runes, the one who brought shadowhunters and the downworlders together, or one of the fiercest warriors out there," he finishes with a laugh. I notice that he doesn't answer my other question. He must not know then.

"I just bet they want to get rid of me so nobody shows them up," I joke.

"They would never do that or else the entire world would turn on them."

"Not unless they have law on their side," I reason. If they have law on their side they follow it.

"Now, now. Enough with the politics. We are not even in the Idris yet and you are already bombarding her with politics. If you want to talk, see if Katherine wants to come with us. After all, we are allowed to bring downworlders with us thanks to my lovely girlfriend." I smile and turn around.

Thomas walks up to us and motions for the boys to leave. Right when they leave, he sweeps down with a kiss. I immediately respond, moving my arms around his neck while he puts his hands on my waist. We had a make-out session for ten minutes. I start moaning into his mouth but pull away before we get to far.

"We can't do that right now. I still need to pack for Idris. What time are we leaving anyways?" I ask. I know if we both get into what we were about too, it would be harder to get ready for the trip.

He steps forward and kisses me again, gently this time. "I already packed for you. We are leaving at noon, so in 4 and a half hours. I think we have time."

Before I could reply, his lips descend on mine again. This time I don't argue, and wrap my legs around him as he pushes me against the wall. As I get lost in the moment, someone clearing their throat brings me back. We break apart and look up.

"Well, the least you two can do is get a room. By the angel, guys this is the kitchen. People eat here. Gross."

Leave it to Angel to walk in somewhere where she is not needed at any given time.

Thomas answers, "Sorry, Angel." He turns to me. "We should probably follow her suggestion and get a room." He winks while I roll my eyes.

"Oh, and Clary, Nicolette wants to speak with you in her office."

Thomas groans. "First Angel and now my own mother. Is everybody going to come against me today?" he asks, exasperated.

I stand on my toes and kiss him on the cheek. "Maybe later. Idris can be pretty busy for your mom anyways," I hint.

I walk into Nicolette's office. She looks up and smiles.

"Ah, Clary. There is something I have been meaning to talk about with you," she says.

"Okay, shoot."

"You are at the age where you do not need a guardian anymore. You don't necessarily have to stay at the institute. I just wanted to let you know that if that is the only thing keeping you here. You can leave. You don't owe us anything."

I walk over to her. "That is where you are wrong. I owe you guys everything. You took me in on a short notice. You took care of me and trained me. I would still be lost if it wasn't for you. I am staying here. This is where my family is. I have friends, a boyfriend, and a mom here." At that last comment she smiles. "I am not leaving. The only thing that would make me leave is if something drastic happens."

She nods. "I wanted to make sure you knew that you have the option."

"I'm nineteen. If I wanted leave I would've done it already."

With that I walk out. I look at the time. Three more hours. I still have time to kill. Now where is Thomas?

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We gather outside of the institute, since Katherine cannot enter. I draw the portal rune for Alicante. This time, we do have permission so we won't end up in the lake like I did.

Lucas and Nathan go first, claiming that they will protect us from whatever is on the other side. Then Nicolette takes hold of Katherine and steps through. The clave is still wary about downworlders so that is why she walks through with Nicolette. Finally, I hold the hands of Angel and Thomas and step through.

Once we step out, I look around. The inquisitor, Robert Lightwood, was waiting for us on the other side. I nod my head towards him.

"Clary. I have heard that you have visited this city several times yet that topic has failed to get to me. How is that?" he asks in a stern voice.

"We have only informed you that the London Institute comes here. We I started living with them. They did tell you that they have taken hold of a new ward. You never asked who it was," I answer, keeping my chin up.

"It is a good thing you are here, I have some people who wants to see you."

Oh, no. This can't be good.

Suddenly I hear doors open. "And it looks like they are here."

"Clary?"

I recognize that voice, and that is the last voice I want to hear.

Okay, here's the thing. I will be gone for a week, leaving tomorrow so I am posting this chapter today. Yay, a week without my laptop or good books near me. Just what I love. Not. Well, hope you don't mind waiting until at least Friday for a new post.