Sorry for not posting yesterday but I needed a day off-I ended up posting something else anyway but it's the thought that counts. And you didn't give me 15 reviews anyway. But since I love you guys I forgive you and I'll give you this chapter now. I hope you like it. And yes, I know that lately my chapters have been a bit on the short side but it's not my fault, I'll try making them longer again. No promises though.

MAGNUS POV

What do I buy him? What would he want? I thought as I walked through town peering into all of the stores.

I passed by a clothing store but he wouldn't want anything from there.

He is the kind of person who only owns the essentials. But then what do I buy him if he already has everything he needs?!

I sighed as I passed yet another store.

It's his birthday. I need to get him something. I thought while looking around.

But what?!

What does he like to do? I thought but then stopped as I passed by a bookstore. Well he does like reading. Seems to be fascinated by the past…

A book would be a good choice then. I thought with a smile. And maybe…

I took my phone out remembering what he once said and found the number I was looking for with ease.

I put the phone to my ear and waited as it rung a few times while I entered the bookstore.

"What do you want?!" Came a harsh voice after the fourth ring.

I smiled, looking at a few of the books.

"Nice to hear from you too." I said sarcastically while still looking through all the books and trying to find one that he will surely love.

"What is it Bane?!" The voice from the other line sounded annoyed and impatient.

Funny. Usually I'm the one who sounded like that while talking to him.

"You owe me, remember? I'm calling to collect." I said steadily, only half paying attention to him.

There was a minute of silence on the other end. "And what is it exactly that you need?" He asked hesitantly.

"Oh, don't worry. It's nothing that you don't already have." I said and smiled widely as I found just the right book.

Perfect.

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ALEC POV

Birthdays are kind of a big deal when you're a Shadowhunter.

They mean that you have survived another year. That you were able to fight and live.

But I learned very early that when it comes to my family, a birthday is a day where-if you're really lucky-you get a phone call from the parents.

I wasn't that lucky this year but I didn't mind. I'm used to it. And I don't consider them family anyway. You had to be home more than three times a year to be considered a part of a family.

But my real family on the other hand did remember.

I was woken up by a really giddy Max who gave me a birthday card he had made by himself. I was then taken down to the kitchen where Izzy had made me a special birthday breakfast. Which Jace "accidentally" dropped onto the floor. He received a very relieved smile from me and a death glare from Izzy- making everyone in the kitchen burst out laughing. Luckily, Hodge had made a cake that was edible. Clary came over with Simon and they had brought a gift with them. Which resulted in Izzy and Jace taking out theirs too.

Izzy's was a blue shirt which she told me I absolutely needed to wear at least once and not just shove it into the back of my closet. While Jace just bought me a new knife, and Hodge a really old book about weapons that Jace took saying that he needed to read it first because I wouldn't be able to appreciate it enough.

All in all it was kind of a perfect birthday.

Even Magnus remembered- I don't know how since I only told him once and that was months ago. But I'm happy he did.

I got his fire message in the morning right after my so called breakfast that I luckily-thanks to Jace-didn't have to eat. It was in my back pocket right now and it made me smile every time I remembered that it was there.

Happy birthday Darling!

I'm sorry I'm not able to spend this whole day with you but unfortunately I have clients. But that doesn't mean we won't celebrate your birthday properly later. I have a surprise that I'm sure you will love. Just meet me in the park, by the fountain at eight pm.

Love you darling.

Magnus

The rest of the day passed by rather quickly. We had training like usual and went to Taki's for lunch. Izzy and Jace kept teasing me about Magnus and asking when I was going to go to him today. I swear I'm already regretting telling them about him. But it was nice going out just the three of us. It was like before. Talking and teasing and laughing. I had missed it.

But soon enough it was seven thirty and I needed to go. So after making sure the coast was clear and I could safely sneak out of the Institute I was out and on my way.

The sun set just as I arrived at eight sharp. I couldn't see Magnus anywhere so I sat on a bench and sighed as I waited.

Soon I could hear a weird noise and I looked up trying to find the source of it.

It didn't take long for me to spot it. A motorcycle was heading towards me. As it came closer I could see that it wasn't just any motorcycle. Even from the distance I could see oily-looking tubes and pipes slithered up and around it, ropy as veins.

It was a demon bike.

Vampires. I thought tensing up but that was when it passed under the light of the moonlight and I saw a flash of color and tanned skin.

Wait a second! I thought getting up. Is that Magnus?!

I got my answer when it stopped in front of me and Magnus got off with a brilliant smile.

"Hello there, love." He pulled me to him and kissed me.

"What's with the bike?" I eyed the wonderful bike when we broke apart. I had always wanted to ride one.

"This darling…" He said passing a hand over it. "Is your birthday surprise."

I looked at him with a raised eyebrow and he chuckled.

"You told me once that you always wanted to ride one. See if they can really fly." He put his hands on my hips and brought me flush against him. "Well Raphael owes me a favor so I took this one off his hands."

I kissed him then, feeling incredibly grateful that he would do something like this for me. That he remembered.

He kissed me back without hesitation, deepening it.

When we finally pulled apart he let go of me and mounted the bike again.

"Care for a ride?" He asked me with a breathtaking smile, scooting a little forward so there is room for me.

I blushed but sat behind him nevertheless. Sitting close behind him and putting my arms around his waist.

"Hold on tight, love." He said starting the motorcycle.

He rode forward picking up speed and then suddenly brought the bike up on the back wheel-making me tighten my hold on him-and then we were in the air. Flying higher and higher into the sky until we were above trees and soon buildings.

I looked around with wide eyes.

Wow. They really fly!

Magnus laughed, bringing my attention back to him.

"Nice view don't you think?"

"It's amazing." I hugged him tighter. "Thank you for this."

"Only a pleasure, love." He turned the bike so that we were now flying over the river under the moonlight.

"I love you." I whispered into his ear looking around at all the buildings below.

"Love you too. So a good birthday?" He asked looking at me over his shoulder.

"The best." I answered with a grin as we continued flying through the sky.

Everything feeling like a dream.

Did you like it? Tell me what you think.

My friend gave me the idea for the bike and I know it feels a little like a Clace scene in COB but this is Malec and therefore it's better. Anyway not very happy with this but I hope you are.