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FLASHBACK
Alec removed the bag from his shoulder placing it on the floor. He then held Magnus by his arm and led him inside "Watch the step" Magnus nodded and walked in his apartment. He was discharged from hospital and it felt good to be back home but he still felt slight pain in his lower abdomen where the stiches were taken. The doctors said it would take atleast seven to ten days before they could remove them.
Alec guided Magnus straight to his bedroom and helped him lay down "Are you comfortable?" Magnus nodded again. The dull yet notable ache was irritating him and he just wanted to sleep for few hours. He didn't tell Alec about his discomfort because be didn't want him to worry unnecessary for him. Alec had already done so much for him, if he came to know about his pain then Alec would surely drag him back to hospital. Besides a good sleep would definitely ease up some pain.
Alec started arranging all the necessary items on the side table so Magnus could reach easily if needed, like jug of water, glass, his cell phone, few magazines and lastly his medicines. He checked the time and realised it was time for Magnus to take his meds. Alec saw Magnus had already closed his eyes. Maybe he should he let him sleep. But then he remembered doctors had strictly instructed to take the medicines on regular intervals so Alec decided to wake Magnus up
"Magnus? Wake up. You've to take your next dose" Alec gently nudged Magnus by his shoulder "Magnus?"
Magnus made an annoying noise "Go away" he mumbled. Alec shook his arm "Magnus take the meds and eat something. Then you can go back to sleep"
"Not now" Magnus narrowed his closed eyes "I'll take them later"
"But the doctors said you've take your meds every three hours"
Magnus flicked his eyes open "I said Ill take them later. Can I sleep for few hours" Alec tried again "But it's almost time for your next dose"
Magnus didn't even reply which made Alec frowned "Why are you behaving like a child Magnus. All I'm asking is to take the meds and then you can sleep"
Magnus glared at Alec and slowly sat upright "What the fuck Alec! Why are you acting so stubborn? I told you before I'll take them later. Why are you even still here?"
Alec took a step back looking shocked "Why am I still here? Don't forget I was the one who took you to hospital and been taking care of you since then"
"Do you want a medal in return? No one asked you to be my personal assistant"
"You're one ungrateful jerk Magnus Bane"
"Oh yeah? What makes you then? Let me think of a perfect word...deceitful idiot"
Alec's eyes shone with tears "So this is all about what happened at the party. You're still holding ot against me?"
"It's kinda hard to forget what you did!"
"I was wrong...so wrong to think that maybe... maybe there's hope... you had to ruin this.."
Magnus gritted his teeth "Don't put the blame on me Alec. I'm not the one who has trust issues in our relationship"
"This is ridiculous! I can't believe I even thought this was going to work between us" Alec raised his voice
"You're the one who is being ridiculous. I can't even look at you right now. Get out of my house" Magnus pointed at the door
PRESENT
Rafael and Max stood shocked at the entrance with their hands clasped tightly together. They couldn't believe their fathers were fighting again. Rafael couldn't hear the bickering anymore and ran away to the hall soon followed by Max
"Rafael they are fighting again!" Max shrieked out with quivering lips. Rafael faced him with tears in eyes. Max gasped and hugged Rafael "Please don't cry"
"This is so bad" Rafael cried harder as he could still here them arguing "Why are they fighting?" Max too started crying. Rafael pulled back "What are we going to do Max?"
Max stared with tearful eyes not knowing what to say. A noise at the window caught his attention. Max saw a pigeon flutter his wings and then sat on the railing. Not ten seconds later the bird flew away striking an idea in his mind. He held Rafael by his shoulder "Do you want to be my brother?"
Rafael nodded
"I've a plan. It's very dangerous. Are you sure?"
"What is it? I'll do anything!" Rafael said desperately and Max whispered into his ears
Alec threw the tablets on the bed "Take them or not, it's none of my business. I'm leaving and never wish to see you again"
"Get Out!"
Alec stormed out of the bedroom fuming in anger. He reached near the hall and saw two school bags. That meant the boys were back. Alec looked around "Max?" he called out couple of times but got no response "Max! Where are you?"
"Dad! We're here!"
Alec again looked around but couldn't see his son "Max this isn't time to play games. We've to go home now!"
"Mr Lightwood. Come at the balcony" Rafael yelled
Alec slowly walked towards the balcony and felt his heart dropped to his stomach. His eyes widened when he saw the two boys were standing on the edge of the railing "Max...Rafael what are you doing? Get down!" he took a step closer but Rafael and Max held their hands out "Stop! Dad if you come one step closer we'll jump"
"What?"
"Call Papa" said Rafael
"Rafael listen to me"
"Call Papa or else we jump"
"No wait! I'll...I'll call him okay. Please...stay..." Alec ran to call Magnus
Rafael dared to look down and shivered "It's so high" the boy looked Max "Papa is going to be so mad"
Max too was shaking with fear "I know Rafael but this is the only way. This is our last chance"
"Okay. We do this"
"Magnus!" Alec came running back in the room where Magnus was silently crying. On seeing the frightened look on Alec's face, Magnus frowned and wiped his tears "Alec?"
"Magnus...Magnus...our...the boys...they..." Alec looked so freaked out that it rose fear in Magnus's heart "Boys? What happened? Are they alright?" he slowly got up from the bed wincing at the stretch
Alec shook his head, chest heaving short breaths "Magnus the boys...are in the balcony"
"Balcony?"
"They are standing on the railing"
"What!? Why?" Magnus's eyes went wide in shock
"I don't know. They asked me to call you. Please Magnus come quick" Alec pleaded. Magnus nodded and together they reached to the kids
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Magnus's hand flew to his mouth when he saw Rafael stand on the railing "Rafael! What are you doing? Get down!" he came forward but again the boys repeated their action "Stop Papa! If you come close...we jump"
"No!" came a unison voice. Alec and Magnus shared a look both clearly worried for their sons. They silently agreed on one thing. Both needed to work together to get the kids down.
"Why are you doing this?" asked Alec "It's very dangerous. If you fall then it's going to hurt very bad" he tried convince "Please get down"
Max shook his head
"Think about it...if you fall the doctor will give you twelve injections. Do you want that" Magnus spoke softly "Please listen to us and get down"
Rafael shook his head
Alec pressed his lips and tried again "How about I buy you a new remote control car huh Maxie?"
Max shook his head
"Rafael you always wanted a play station right? I promise to buy you the latest version" Magnus gave a smile
Rafael shook his head
"Maxie I'll do anything you say...please get down"
Max stared at him "You promise?"
Alec nodded vigorously
"What about you Papa? Do you promise to do as I say?"
Tears fell from Magnus's eyes "I promise sweet pea. Whatever you say" /p
Max and Rafael exchanged glances and then interwined their fingers "We want to become brothers for life"
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