He did what I said. I then put my hand over the page. It went right into the page. I then pulled out the cup from it. Everyone was surprised at what just happened. I then put it right back into the page.
"How did you do that?" Alec asked, shocked.
"Can we clean up first? Then I will explain." I told them.
"Sure." Izzy said.
We then started to clean up. When everything was put away. We all sat down. I was sitting on my bed. I am now going to tell them my biggest secret. I then said,
"Well, we all know that my brother has demon blood because of my father. Because he wanted to test some more. I have more angel blood than a normal Shadowhunter."
"Clary, you are not alone. So do I." Jace said.
"So, you are like Jace. Do you have anything special?" Izzy asked.
They are not surprised by this because of Jace. He would only be like me if Valentine knew his parents. They were in the circle. But I will ask him that later. When it's just the two of us.
"Yes. I can make new runes. Also, what I just showed you." I told them.
"What? Did you just say you can make new runes?" Alec asked me.
I grabbed a small notebook and handed it to them. The notebook has all the runes I have made. I just waited to see what they have to say.
"Who knows about this?" Alec asked me.
"Only Luke, my mom, Simon, and Magnus. Now, you guys. But that's it." I told them.
After talking briefly, we agreed to keep this to ourselves until we figure a few things out. Jace and I then went to take a walk. I feel there are a few things we need to talk about.
Jace's POV*
I suggested to Clary that maybe we could take a walk. I want to apologize to her. We were walking the grounds. We didn't say anything right away. But I must break this silence. I then said,
"I am sorry, Clary. I know I was an idiot. I do trust you."
"I do forgive you, Jace." She told me.
You don't know how happy I was when I heard those words. Now I have to tell if everything between us is okay. If we can move past this and be together again.
"So, where do we stand now?" I asked her.
"Well, we can't just forget what happened between us. But I do want to move forward from it." She told me.
"I do, too." I told her.
I took her hand and just kept on walking. I know we can move forward from this. All we can do is go up from here. I'm just happy she forgave me. Now, we have more significant problems. Who is taking over the Instruction, and can we trust them? Also, who was the black figure in Clary's room looking for the cup?
Clary's POV*
Everything has been good since I told them about me and my gifts. Or as good as they can be. Jace and I have gotten closer. He even told me about his gifts. So, we both have more angel blood than normal Shadowhunter. I have always thought I was the only one. But looks like I am not.
"I so don't want to go home." Izzy said, complaining.
"I know Iz. But they want us back. Why do they want me to come?" I said.
"Because you are part of the team. So, where we go. Simon and you join, too." She told me.
The New York Institute wanted us to come back. I was nervous about it. I know not everyone trusts me because of my real last name. Now, knowing that the Institute is being run by someone else. I don't know if I can trust them. I don't trust the Clave that well. I know the Clave don't trust me because of my real father. They think I might turn into him.
"You two ready?" Jace asked from our door.
"Sure. I guess." I said. I was trying to hide my nervousness.
"Don't be nervous. You will be fine." He told me.
My nervousness must be showing. I was trying my best to hide it. But looks like I wasn't. But knowing Jace will be there with me. I will be fine. Also, I know I will be okay with Izzy, Simon, and even Alec there. They have my back, and I have them.
We then went to where a portal was going to be made. When the portal opened, we stepped right into the New York Institute. Everyone was waiting for us there. The Lightwoods were standing there. I also saw my mother standing there. There was also someone I didn't know. That must be the new head of the Institute.
When everyone came through the portal, it closed. I then didn't care. I wanted to give my mother a hug. I went right over to her and gave her a hug. She hugged me back. I was confused as to why she was there. I would call her later to let her know I was there. But looks like the Lightwoods already did. I then asked,
"What are you doing here? Not that I am not happy to see you."
"Welcome back. We have a lot to talk about. If you don't mind falling me?" The new head of the Institute said.
"I'm sorry. But I am not going anywhere with you without knowing who you are." I said. I know my mother was not happy with what I said.
"I am sorry. I am Lydia Branwell. The new head of the New York Institute." She said to us.
When we got done talking to Lydia. Jace helped me pick out a room. I picked the room not that far from his. But still a couple rooms away to give us some space. Lydia wanted to talk to us about what has been happening and what they are doing about it. Also, how will things be around here now that she is in charge? Also, the inquisitor wants Jace and I to practice together with our abilities.
"You okay? You have been quiet since we left the room." Jace asked me.
"Yeah, just thinking." I told him.
"You know everything is going to be okay. You are safe here." He told me.
"I know I am. But I don't like how the Clave wants to figure me out. They just want to use us. That is, it." I told him.
"I will not let that happen. We are going to use this time to grow together. We will show them what we got and what they will not use against us." He told me.
"Okay. I am just worried that they will find out about where it is. They will want me to give it back to them." I told him truthfully.
"They won't. I promise. If they do. They won't get their hands on it without your okay." He told me.
"Okay. I am going to relax for a bit. It has been a long day." I told him.
"Okay. But I want to take you somewhere later. Around midnight." He told me.
"Where are we going around then?" I asked him.
"It's a surprise. Trust me?" He told me with his famous smirk.
"I will always trust you." I told him.
He then left me alone in the room. I unpacked my things and tried to make it a little bit homier. This will be my room from now on when I am here. But I will be visiting home here and there while I am back.
I went looking around the place. When midnight came closer. I went to Jace's room to see what he had surprised me. He was leaning against the door away, waiting for me. He smiled at me and said,
"Ready?"
"Yes." I said, smiling.
I am really excited about this. I trust him. He took my hand and took me away. I followed him. I thought we were going to leave the institution. But looks like I was wrong. I looked at him, confused. I looked everywhere earlier today. But I don't know where he is taking me now.
"Where are you taking me?" I asked him.
He didn't say a word. He just kept on walking. He then took me to a garden. He took me to the staircase there. I looked at him. Then midnight hit, and everything in the garden came alive. It was so beautiful.
I turned to look at him. We didn't have to speak. It was like we both knew what the other one was saying. He then leaned down to me. Gave me a kiss. I kissed him back. The kiss was sweet and turned to passion, and what made us stop was when we heard a bird. We looked over to where the sound was coming from.
"That's Hodges' bird. We should be going. He won't be that far behind." Jace told me.
We then left the magical garden. He took me back to my room. I leaned against the door frame. Jace standing right in front of me.
"I should let you get some sleep then." Jace said, still holding onto my hand.
"I have never been more awake until now." I told him truthfully.
"Same here. But we have a big day tomorrow. We have to try and get some sleep." Jace told me.
"Fine. But one question before I go inside my room." I told him.
"What would that be?" He asked me.
"You brought up Hodge's name earlier. Is this the same Hodge who is an ex-circle member?" I asked him.
"Yes. But I can reassure you that he has changed and learned from his mistakes." Jace told me.
"Okay. I was just wondering." I told him.
"Well, if that is it. This is where I say good night, and we go our separate ways." He told me.
"Yes. Good night, Jace." I told him.
"Good night, Clarissa." He said, kissing me on the top of my head before heading to his room.
Did he just call me Clarissa? My mom doesn't even call me that. Oh, he is going to get it for that one. I went into my room. But I couldn't sleep. I had too many things going on in my head.
When the next day came, the sun was shining in my room. I must have fallen asleep through my thinking. I was thinking everything over about Hodge. I don't know if I can trust him yet. I don't remember seeing there when we first arrived. So, I don't know.
I went down to get some breakfast. I really hope Izzy isn't cooking in that kitchen. I was about to enter when Jace stopped me. He looked behind him and then said,
"It's not safe to enter in there."
"Oh my. I thought she wouldn't do it right when we return." I said.
"How about we go out to eat? My treat." He told me.
"Deal. Where is Simon? We should try to save Alec and him before Izzy gets to them." I told him.
"Oh, Simon is already a goner. I don't know where Alec is. Let's just hope he is smart enough to stay away." Jace told me.
"Poor Simon. We must try to save him. We can't just leave him." I said.
"Yes, we can. We are. Someone must be the dead man for Izzy. Also, he is taking one for the team." Jace said.
He took my hand, and we then left before Izzy spotted us. We then ran into Alec and Lydia. Alec stood when he saw us. He then asked,
"Where are you guys heading to?"
"Going to get something to eat. Save yourself before she finds you. We already handed over Simon." Jace told him.
"Izzy is making breakfast again?" Alec asked.
"Yup." Jace answered him.
"Do you want to join us, Alec? It's Jace's treat." I asked him.
"Sure." He said.
"What is wrong with her cooking? She can't be that bad." Lydia said.
We all looked at each other. How do we put this to her? I know Jace wants her to find out the hard way. But my mom taught me better.
"Well, we all do love Izzy. But let's just say she has good skills and bad skills. Cooking is one of those bad skills. If you want to take that chance, then go ahead. But I did warn you." I told her.
We then headed out of the Institute. I know we were not going to take that chance. But we were not going to ask her to join us either. Because I want to talk with Alec about something. I don't need her to overhear it.