A/N: This scene means a lot to me and I felt like it needed to be written. Alec's thoughts about this are very important to me as well as all of you, I hope.


Alec lay back in bed, staring up at the ceiling. His eyes followed the slow circular movements of the ceiling fan with ease. He felt Magnus's arms tighten around his midsection as his head shifted on Alec's chest.

Alec's torso was bare so Magnus's shoulder length hair tickled his ribs. It was surprisingly longer without the products keeping it up in spikes. Magnus was also bare of all clothes and glitter, cuddling against him. His head was on Alec's heartbeat to assure him, even as he slept, that Alec was still there. Alec sighed at the warmth Magnus provided in contrast to his lack of blankets, causing his legs to be chilled by the cool air.

He wished, for the hundredth time, that he could have magic and just turn the fan off with a wave of his fingers. Seeing Magnus do it all the time made him feel somewhat powerless. He didn't mind it much anymore though, now that they were to be married. He would constantly have Magnus by his side so they could be lazy together.

The words: marriage, fiancé, husband, and wedding, raced around his head like cars on a racetrack. It didn't seem real. Like it was all just some wonderful, crazy dream.

He knew exactly why he'd said yes. He'd hesitated, of course. How could you not hesitate? Magnus's immortality continuously loomed over them, but, as Magnus had stated, he didn't care anymore. As long as they were together, everything was going to be okay. He knew that as a Shadowhunter, he probably wouldn't live past twenty-five. Of course he wasn't okay with it, who would be okay with their own death taking them away from the ones they love? He was content with living every day like it's his last. He did that anyway, now he got to do it with his amazing, sparkly, Warlock. He wouldn't have it any other way.

Izzy was driving him up the wall with wedding plans. He'd threatened to burn her wardrobe if she didn't allow him to eat his lunch in peace. She huffed and left, muttering something like "Fine, if you want Magnus to decorate and put mountains of glitter everywhere, then thats fine by me." Alec made sure to apologize later, so she wouldn't let Magnus plan it himself. She had an alarming point about the glitter.

Jace was much more pleasant then usual, but he was also cracking more jokes then usual as a result. Alec was getting fed up with it. Jace had joked about getting him condoms as his wedding present and Alec just nodded enthusiastically, saying, "Great! I'll need those for my honeymoon!" And walked out of the room, leaving Jace scandalized. He was so damn proud of himself, until he realized that he'd scarred Jace for life... Then he was even more proud of himself.

Clary had cried and hugged him. He allowed it. After all they'd been through, he realized that she wasn't a bad person. She'd gone through Hell just as much as the rest of them. They could even be considered friends. Also, his crush on Jace was no more, so she was no longer the competition.

Simon's reaction had been comical. He hugged Alec awkwardly and whispered, "Hail Hydra," In his ear. Alec didn't know what it meant, but thanked him anyways.

Simon then proceeded to tell him that the only story he was going to share at Alec's wedding was: the time Alec let him drink his blood (when he was a vampire) to replenish his health, saving him from starvation. Alec groaned loudly, knowing their was no point in protesting, but did anyway.

Simon clapped him on the back and said, "I know, I know. It was sexy. I felt something too. I'm sorry you had been forced to move on from me since I'm dating your sister, but its for the best. Magnus isn't all that much worse then me."

Alec then pulled his arm behind his back, saying, "Care to say that to me one more time?" Forcing him apologize before letting go. Simon was laughing even while he rubbed his sore arm and complained about his wounded spine and shoulder blade.

Maryse was just as stern as before but there was a new content feeling about her that Alec couldn't place. She had accepted her old last name again and officially divorced Robert. She was now the head of the Institute while Robert traveled to Idris to be the new inquisitor. She acted more motherly and constantly asked Alec if they needed any help with invitations or anything. She seemed to have a new alliance with Magnus. They were close, almost friends even. Alec was shocked and asked Magnus to explain but Magnus swiftly distracted him with... Other things.

Alec was very certain of inviting Helen and Aline to his wedding, but their banishment made it difficult. Maryse had unexpectedly come back to the Institute with a happy message that they were able to come. Alec asked her how she managed it but she only replied that she pulled a few strings. Alec's mother was a very scary, capable woman, as Magnus mentioned on several occasions.

He stared up at the ceiling, noticing that the fan was slowing down to a stop.

"You think aloud sometimes, you know." Magnus informed, too tired to lift his head off of Alec's chest. Alec blushed, though Magnus couldn't see, wondering what part of his thoughts he voiced audibly.

"Sorry for waking you."

"Its fine. Can't sleep?"

Alec shifted, stretching his back out slightly.

"Too many thoughts at one time, I guess."

"Well, we are getting married. Its a big deal. I don't blame you." Magnus said, the duration of blinks becoming shorter as he continued to wake up.

"We're getting married." Alec repeated as if he couldn't say it enough. The words rolled off of his tongue so easily. Magnus shuddered under the weight they contained.

"Yes, do you know why?" Magnus inquired.

"Because you're stupidly sappy and want reassurance?"

"Well, yes, that is true. But its also because I love you."

"Nah. You just think I'm attractive." Alec grumbled.

Magnus chuckled.

"You caught me. I'm using you for your Shadowhunter body. Sue me." Magnus rolled his knuckles over the bare skin of Alec's chest for emphasis.

Alec combed his fingers through Magnus's long, dark hair. Magnus melted against him, shutting his eyes again.

"I love you too." Alec said, closing his eyes as well; not falling asleep, just resting, as the sun broke through the horizon.


A/N: This chapter was very necessary. Alec is very important.

Also I loved writing Simon's reaction.