A/N: This was so fun to write as well! Oh gosh, stress levels through the roof with this one!
No major warnings for this story (Like the last one but without humor)
Magnus's heart beat sped up as he pushed open the library doors. Izzy and Jace made sure Alec was out of the Institute so Magnus could talk to Maryse and Robert without interruption. This was very important. To have their approval would actually set his plan in motion. It was crucial that he got this right.
Maryse Lightwood sat in Alec's reading chair and Robert sat behind the desk. Maryse was reading a large manual of sorts and Robert was filling out some kind of application.
"Hello, Magnus Bane. To what do we owe the honor of your presence?" Said Maryse, without looking up from her book. Alec did that a lot. Magnus finally knew where he got it from.
Robert looked up from his work warily before his expression changed to one of worry.
"What is it? Is Alec alright?" Now Maryse's head snapped up in attention.
"No, no, your son is fine. I'm actually here on unofficial business."
Robert looked inquisitive and set down his pen.
"Oh. Well, what is it?"
Magnus drew in a deep breath and looked back and forth between them. He knew marriage was a touchy subject for them both, considering their recent divorce. This situation was just as awkward as he had anticipated. His chest clenched with a strong feeling of anxiety.
"I love your son more then anyone I've loved in many centuries. I know you were reluctant to accept our relationship at first but It meant the world to Alec and I that you finally did." He said delicately. There was a tangible tension that hung between each adult in the room.
"Is that all?" Maryse asked, disrupting the silence. Magnus swallowed.
"I wish to ask you both for your blessing." He asked in a single breath. The silence echoed through the vast room. Magnus almost prayed that he would drop dead to avoid the awkwardness.
"You mean for marriage?" Maryse clarified, setting her book aside, keeping unwavering eye contact. Magnus nodded. There was a beat before they responded at the same time.
"No."
"Yes."
The parents looked at each other with equal resentment. Magnus remained quiet, regardless of how difficult it was for him.
"No." Announced Robert. "You do not have my blessing."
"Robert Lightwood! Alexander is turning nineteen in a few days; he is an adult! You know well enough that Shadowhunters don't live that long. We were engaged at a young age."
"And look how that turned out." Robert snapped.
"Sir," Magnus began. "Alec informed me that you were beginning to accept our relationship."
"Yes, I accept his sexuality and your relationship, but I do not think a shadowhunter should marry a Downworlder. It ruins the sanctity of marriage!"
"Robert! What about Jocelyn and Lucian? You were happy with their marriage!" Maryse exclaimed, shocked.
"I admire them as fighters and as loyal friends but I do not, in fact, approve of their marriage."
"Sir-"
"No! That is final!"
Magnus's gaze turned into an icy glare.
"Has there been no thought as to how many times I've saved your children's lives? How loyal of a companion to the clave I've been over the several centuries they have needed my assistance? You still dismiss my credibility for being a Downworlder?" Magnus's voice was rising. "If you do not wish to give your blessing that is up to you, I will ask him regardless, but if you do this only because of your narrow-minded ways of thinking then you are no better then the demons you hunt."
"Bane-"
"We both know I am the only one in this room that has a valid opinion on the sanctity of marriage." Magnus cut in coolly. Maryse said nothing to object. Roberts eyes were cold. The blue color was just a few shades darker then Alec's; almost as black as his beard and greying hair.
"You have my blessing." Announced Maryse sending Magnus a firm look of assurance. "I love and accept my son. His future is up to him. If he decides that spending it with you will make him happy, then he shall be the one to decide this." Magnus nodded at her, thankful for her open mind. She was an intimidating woman, but she was also smart and, regardless of what others said, cared about her children.
"Maryse-" Robert began.
"Thank you, Maryse. Alec will be pleased to hear that you care about him. I wish I could say the same for you, Robert. I believe Alec will be heartbroken at the idea that his father dismisses his love because of an old fashioned idea."
Robert opened his mouth to speak but Magnus wouldn't let him get a word in.
"Thank you for your time, . Have a lovely day!" Said Magnus. He knew using Maryse's old surname would be a low blow to Robert's self esteem. He threw her a sly wink as he turned to exit the library.
She smiled at him, the first smile Magnus had ever seen on her face, before he walked down the hall, shutting the door behind him with an echoing bang.
A/N: Wow. This is an interesting turn of events... How will this affect Alec's answer?
Favorite!- You know what, I'm done pestering you. Do whatever you want.
