Jace P.O.V.
Clary's eyes widened "I have to go Jace, but we'll talk later." She started to turn around but Jace pressed his body into her to keep her from moving. "You have 5 more minutes Clary" Jace said without bothering to check the clock. Clary was just about to reply but a knock sounded. "Clary, time to go!" Isabelle's muffled voice came through the door. "Saved by the bell" she whispered to Jace then to Isabelle she yelled "Coming!"
Jace watched as she strapped on 3 inch stilettos over her skinny jeans. She had on a purple tank top and leather jacket on top that hugged her curves nicely. Jace made a snap decision, "I'm coming" he stated. Clary froze her left boot half way on. "No Jace, you're not." she said, he could hear her anger bubbling. Jace started protesting but Clary spun around and in a second had him pinned against the wall. "No." she said in a flat tone then turned and left. Screw it, he thought I'm going.
Max P.O.V.
Max and Clary made their way to Pandemonium. The evening was silent except for the tapping rhythm of Clary's shoes, but he wasn't complaining. She looked sexy tonight.
They reached Pandemonium; Clary took one look at the line then grabbed Max's hand and led him to the front. "Play cool" she whispered. When Clary reached the security guard, Clary batted her eye lashes and smiled "Hi, would you mind doing a girl a favor?" the guard looked questiongly at Max "He's my brother, girl troubles you know?" she shrugged. "Right this way" the guard said and let them pass. They passed and Clary turned around and blew him a kiss. "Wow" Max said. "Nice job." Clary winked at him and they continued to the bar.
Max noticed that Clary still hadn't let go of his hand until Sebastian, the bartender handed her a drink. She let go of his hand to take a swig. "YOU READY TO PARTY MAX?" She yelled above the music. "HELL YA!" He screamed back. We clinked glasses and downed the shot.
Jace P.O.V.
Jace waited until Clary and Max got inside then walked up to the security guard. "Hey," he said, pretending to be out of breath. "That was my younger sister, can you let me in so I can keep an eye on her?" yeah, that will work he thought to himself. "Is she single?" the guy inquired. "Only if you let me in." he said with a smile. The guy held his arm back, signaling Jace was allowed in. He walked to the bar were Jace knew they, well at least she, would be.
Clary P.O.V.
Clary was drunk already. She was tipping back another shot when she felt hands encircle her. "Hey" a familiar, husky voice said. Jace. "Jace" she growled "What are you doing here?" He had just ruined Max's, not to mention Clary's, good time. "Seeing my favourite girl, of course." He said as if it were that obvious. "i told you we'll talk tomorrow." her words slurred together as she tried to push him away with a feeble hand. "One dance?" Jace pleaded. Clary huffed and he led her out to the dance floor.
Jace P.O.V.
Jace lead Clary to the dance floor. He pressed his front into her back and they swayed as one to the beat. Clary's hands found their way to his hair and grasped it tightly, pulling him closer. He involuntarily shivered while his hands unconsciously encircled her waist. The song ended and she walked back to Max without a second glance, leaving him there, gaping.
Clary P.O.V.
She walked away from Jace without looking back. She admits, it was harsh but she had to show him she didn't want him, even though she did. But tonight she was just going to forget about all her problems. That's why she grabbed Max's hand for the second time that night and they headed out to the dance floor.
Max P.O.V.
Clary grabbed his hand and all of a sudden they were swaying to the beat. Max decided to just go with it, so he pressed himself closer and enjoyed himself.
They had been dancing for who knows how long when Sebastian came up to us. "Can I borrow Clary for a dance or two?" he asked. Max grudgingly let go of Clary and she stumbled into him. Then they started to dance. Max just walked back over to the bar and watched.
Clary P.O.V.
Dancing with Sebastian was alright but she enjoyed dancing with Max the most. He seemed so carefree and like he wasn't trying to impress her or get in her pants. He was just there to have fun.
So after a couple songs with Sebastian she untangled herself from him and walked over to Max. She plopped down on his lap and began to twirl a stray piece of hair. "Maxi," she whined. "I'm tired, can we go?" Max nodded and Clary started to get off him but she was drunk and started to tip. So Max picked her up bridal style and carried her home.
Clary was relishing in the smell of Max. He smelled like sweat, alcohol, and heaven. When he started cursing under his breath she asked, "What's wrong Maxi?" she looked up to see his face pinched. "Demon" he said. Clary blinked a couple of times then opened her mouth to speak but just closed it again after a few seconds.
Max P.O.V.
Max set Clary down and was just about to start fighting the demon when a blade came out of nowhere and hit the demon in the heart. Max turned around, ready to protect Clary if needed but found Jace standing in the dim glow of a streetlamp. "Thanks." Max murmured and bent down to pick up Clary. He started walking again and Jace fell into stride next to him
"No problem, little bro" Jace said, ruffling Max's hair. He tried to side-step but with Clary in his arms, it was almost impossible. "Let me take her." Jace suggested. "I'm fine!" Max inquired. "Ok, jeez. No need to get so...uptight about it." Jace said mockingly, putting his hands in the air in fake surrender.
Jace P.O.V
Max trudged up the stairs with Clary in tow, muttering curses and plotting silent revenge "Love you too little bro!" Jace called from the bottom of the stairs. "I'm not little!" Max screeched, spinning around to face him. His face was bright red from anger. Ha! Jace thought.
Clary P.O.V.
Clary woke with a massive migraine. Ug, what happened? She thought. A knock sounded from the door "Clary!" an angels voice rang from the other side of the door. "Come in?" Clary wasn't sure if she wanted an angel in her room. But the door opened and Jace's golden head popped in. Clary grimaced "Oh, it's you."