Chapter 2

Since Prague is six hours ahead of Brooklyn time, by the time they got around to leaving, it was almost midnight. Just in time to see the ball drop. Magnus portaled them to a balcony at the Bone Chandelier. Alec had been talking about this nightclub for a few days and Magnus had been there numerous times before and it was just your typical nightclub. But Alec wanted to go so he obliged. Being alive for as long as Magnus had, he had seen just about everything. But Alec was young, and he wanted to show him as much as he could.

When they arrived, they could hear the music playing inside. The vibrations from the DJ beating all the way through the floor into their bodies.

"Here we are. I present to you, Prague." Magnus told Alec.

Before them was an amazing view of the city. Lights as far as you could see. They could see people in the streets celebrating and the atmosphere was alluring. But it was cold. Cold enough that even though they were both bundled up well with their jackets and boots and fur gloves, you could still see the breath coming from them. Magnus leaned in closer to Alec as they wrapped their arms around each other.

"It's beautiful. Prague." Alec said. "Thank you for bringing me here, Magnus."

"You're welcome. I want to show you the entire world, Alexander."

"You know, I was never a fan of New Years, Magnus. I didn't enjoy celebrating because I could never truly be myself. But now, being here with you, and seeing all the lights, and hearing the music, I just want to celebrate with you. Dance with you." Alec responded.

11:58.

It was almost time. Alec's first kiss at midnight.

"You want to dance?" Magnus offered.

"I do. But first…"

10.

Alec stepped closer to Magnus if that was even possible on the balcony. He put his hands on his waist and pulled Magnus closer to hm.

8.

Magnus breathed Alexander in.

7.

Alec closed his eyes.

5.

"Magnus, I love you. Like I've said before, I don't think I can live without you."

4.

"Alexander. The love I have you for you is unmeasurable. I love you, more than I've loved anyone before."

Time seemed to go by in slow motion.

1.

Alec and Magnus kissed. And it wasn't just your typical kiss. It wasn't your "I'm leaving for work, have a good day" kind of kiss. And it wasn't your "I haven't seen you and I miss you terribly" kind of kiss. No, this kiss was one of those rare moments that you only ever experience once, maybe twice in your life. This kiss was powerful. Powerful as in, Magnus felt it deep in his bones, it made his muscles turn to jelly, made him, one of the most powerful warlocks alive, feel like he's never felt before. It made all the hurt and sadness he has ever felt in his long, immortal life melt away.

Alec, with his hands wrapped around his boyfriend, kissing him, felt this was the only place he ever wanted to be. For the rest of his life. He felt warm and at home. This was not your typical kiss for him either. He could feel the fireworks setting off in between their bodies. The explosion of two souls melting into one beating heart. Alec, didn't want to ever let Magnus go.

In the distance you could hear the celebrations of everyone in the street. But Alec and Magnus were in their own private space. They broke away finally, both needing air.

"Alexander. You've never kissed me like that before."

"I haven't, have I?" Alec replied. "Was it too over the top?"

"No. Of course not, my love. You can kiss me like that anytime you want." Magnus answered with a red flush to his cheeks.

Alec unhooked his arms around Magnus and took his hands into his own. Despite the freezing weather.

"How about we go inside and warm up?" Magnus replied in response. "Show me your dance moves."

"Sounds like a plan. Although, I feel like you'll have better dance moves than me. Want to give me a few pointers?" Alec asked, feeling excited.

"You bet your cute ass I do."