Wake Me Up | remembcr

Jace had mostly shut down after Clary had gone missing. He blamed himself, hated how he’d been Wales enough to be controlled. And then in the wake of it all, came Simon. Who deapite thwir constant bickering, knew how important Jace had been to Clary. Who blamed himself just as much as Jace did. Somehow, a ceiendship grew on the weeka after, and when it finally became too long to ever hope they could find where Lilith, Clary and Jonathan had gone…Jace let himself break alone. No one needed to see him this beaten, not even his parabatai.

He was laying across the couch in his room, fingers brushing over a drawing Clary had made, when he heard the door open. “Go away,” he said with little emotion, dual colored eyes staring up through the small skylight above him.

@remembcr

Alone Time | inkfated

Clary

Clary had been and still was rather worried about him. It was a miracle that the Silent Brothers had been able to help him so much. Magnus too. Though she’d given him a stern talking to when that potion had made him sleep for days. Magnus had assured her that it was his body’s way of catching up on sleep combined with the potion and once he was up, she had seen that it had worked well. “Good. The less people who know the better. You’ve already had a tough enough time dealing with how people treated you before. You don’t need to go through that again. And I’m glad that you’re feeling better. You’ll tell me if you’re not okay from now on, right?” She hoped that they would be honest with each other more often.

A chuckle escaped her mouth and she said, “You know, I’m surprised she’d not had you learn how to do your nails and hair too.” She wondered what it would have eben like to grow up with brothers around like Izzy had, but then she’d had Simon for awhile and that was an enough of an understanding for her. “Of course you’re right. The massage is perfect. Thank you. I didn’t expect to get this special treatment today.” At the mention of sleep, Clary sighed and said, “I suppose I could do with some sleep. Alec can’t get too upset with me for not completely finishing these papers since he’d been at Magnus’s a lot lately.” The two were practically living together at this point since Alec’s recovery. “Maybe I can attempt to give you a massage? And do you think you’d like to stay in my room with me tonight?”

Jace listened to her and nodded. “Yeah. It helps that Brother Zacariah knew my ancestor,” he replied. “I found out his name today. Like…his name before he became a Silent Brother.” He mused, leaning to kiss her head. “I will, Clary, I promise.” he swore. He’d already lost so much time with her as it was, he didn’t want to lie to her anymore. “The majority of it is controlling the nightmares, but it’s getting easier.” He ran a hand through fiery locks, glad that she was relaxing.

He shrugged. “She tried once. Alec’s hair never liked to cooperate, and I refused after the time she gave me a bad haircut.” he laughed softly. “Luckily, we never had to deal with the nail part.” He shrugged. “I’m not the only one dealing with the aftermath of all this, Clary. And after…after the Owl tried to kill you…” He went quiet for a moment before he looked at the papers and shook his head. “No one finished their full load of paperwork in one night, Clary. That’s just normal.” he replied, reaching to take her hand. “I think a night together would do us both some good. It would be nice to hold you all night.” he smiled at her, moving to pull her up into his arms, one hand cupping her cheek. “I love you.”

Aftermath | onceuponxstory

Clary

“I know the feeling,” she sighed, running a hand through her hair. She leaned her head on his shoulder. “Yeah. I wish I knew how to make them stop.”

Jace wrapped an arm around her and kissed her head. “It’s going to take time, but eventually they won’t be as numerous.” he answered honestly. “We just have to do our best to get through until they don’t happen as often.” His voice was quiet, resigned, having gone through this as a child, too, though for different reasons.”

Alone Time | inkfated

Clary [ @inkfated ]

When Clary felt hands on her shoulders, her first reaction was to tense until she felt the soothing feeling of a massage. Jace, she thought as she felt her body relax. Tilting her head up, she saw blonde hair and brilliant dual colored eyes that she loved so much. “Hey,” she said with a smile. “I thought that you were training.” He didn’t look like he’d been training. Perhaps he’d just cleaned up really quickly.

She let out a sigh and leaned her head forward and closed her eyes. Now that was the spot. “Right there,” Clary said. “That’s perfect. Who knew you could give such a massage. Is that part of your training?” There was some teasing in her voice, but she was curious. If Jace had learned to do that, maybe she could too so that she could repay the favor.

Jace smiled down at her as she looked up. “Hey,” he said, smiling. “Not so much training as talking to Brother Zacariah.” he replied. “Not letting anyone get wind that I’m recovering from a possession.” he said low enough only she could hear him. “It’s getting a lot better, though, I promise.” Mostly it was thanks to Magnus and a very potent potion that allowed him to sleep decently, although he’d scared his siblings and Clary when he hadn’t woken for four days when he’d first taken it. Feeling her relax, he found his own tension fading. They were fine now, but he still felt bad for what he’d done, for what he’d been forced to do.

He laughed and shook his head. “No, let’s just say Izzy was adamant some learn to give her a massage, and so I learned her pressure points. You’re not much smaller than her, so I figured that just a little adjustment to adapt would work fine. Glad my theory was right.” He kissed her temple gently, eyes closing as his hands continued to knead the tension from her shoulders. “Come on, you need to rest. One of us recovering from sleep deprivation is enough.”

Aftermath | onceuponxstory

Clary

Clary had woken up in the middle of the night, luckily without screaming this time. She shook her head and ran her hands through her hair. “Not again,” she mumbled. She got out of her bed and walked to Jace’s room, where she found him wide awake. “Hey,” she spoke, trying not to startle him as she walked over to his bed. “Can’t sleep either?”

Jace heard the latch on his door, but he didn’t look up until he heard the voice. Clary. He turned his head to look at her, giving a half hearted smile. “Not really sleeping much at all these days.” he admitted quietly, scooting over to give her room. “Another nightmare?” he asked. He could recognize the signs in Clary easy enough.

Aftermath | onceuponxstory

@onceuponxstory

Jace was laying in bed, staring at the ceiling because he coudln’t sleep. His nightmares weren’t from Lilith anymore, but they kept him awake just the same. Little power naps here and there had been keeping him mostly going with the help of his stamina rune and he stared up at nothign and tried to clear his mind so he could sleep, wanting to have just one night of peaceful sleep in the hell that was the aftermath of his possession.

Bedtime | bowstrung

Alec [ @bowstrung ]

Alec closed his eyes when he felt those familiar fingers in his hair. It didn’t matter where Jace touched him, his touch was usually comfort. “Mm…,” he murmured sleepily. He should have been in bed hours ago, as it was, he was still working and apparently Jace had found a way to draw him away from his work. “I know I need to go to bed. But I have one more paper to finish.” And the Clave wouldn’t really be all that upset if they had to wait until tomorrow to get it. He blinked his sleepy blue eyes open to look at Jace and said, “Alright, alright, I’ll go to bed. Are you happy now?”

Jace had gotten back from his patrol when he’d gone to make sure Alec, Izzy and Clary were all asleep. Finding Alec’s room empty, he had sighed and gone straight to the office. He’d leaned against the doorframe unnoticed for a long moment before he shook his head and walked over, running his fingers through dark hair. “Alec, come on. You know there’s always going to be more paperwork. You can’t keep overworking yourself, you’ll get hurt.” he said worriedly. He reached over to take the pen away, setting it down and tugging at the chair Alec was in. “Come on, let’s get you to your room.” he insisted, trying to pull Alec up.

Alec

Alec felt himself relax at those words. He should have known that Jace would say something to make him feel better and he was glad of it. He closed his eyes as he leaned into Jace’s touch. “You know the right things to say, don’t you?” He opened his eyes to look at him as a smile curled up his lips. One of his hands reached out to curl around Jace’s shirt and pull him just the tiniest bit closer, or at least he felt like he’d done that. “No, never. I’m here with you, for you; always.” Alec kissed him back tenderly as his other hand reached up to caress Jace’s face. “You’ve already said enough, Jace. And I’m sorry I’m being so insecure. It’s just…I’ve never really had anything this good, something that I truly wanted and I don’t want it all to slip away.” And if anyone found out, then he would fight. He wouldn’t let the Clave or their parents or anyone pull them away. “I will fight for you, Jace. I will always be by your side. You don’t have to fear losing me either. I’m here to stay and I love you.” Alec leaned in again, mouth just barely kissing at the corner of Jace’s. “You are my sun and moon,” he whispered. “My sky and stars.” And his whole world, Alec thought. His thumb brushed over a cheek and he kissed him fully on the mouth then. He hoped to convey all the feelings that he felt for Jace in that one kiss.

Jace smiled as he felt Alec relax, leaning to steal another kiss. “I try to. You know I’m not the best with words and feelings.” He laughed softly and adjusted closer as Alec tugged at his shirt, tilting his head to kiss at Alec’s jaw. Sometimes he wished things had been different, maybe if they were mundane it would be easier, but he didn’t regret choosing Alec for a moment. “Always us.” he promised, nodding as he leaned into the hand on his cheek. He wished he could just take away every doubt his boyfriend had, but in their line of work it was hard. “No one is taking me anywhere without a fight, anyway.” The confident grin on Jace’s lips was also loving and he moved to lay on his side so he could lay an arm over Alec’s waist. “We’ll fight anything that ever happens, together. Okay? No matter what, we’re gonna fight for each other.” he promised, hand brushing up Alec’s chest so he could run his hand through dark hair. “I love you, too.” Bicolored eyes closed as he was kissed, tugging Alec closer and nipping at his lower lip gently. “I love you so much.”

Jace’s Verses

Main [ all the legends are true;; main Jace ]

Jace was raised a soldier, forged through a fire of painful childhood. He fought and trained to be the best, and even when he had that title, he continued to train and fight and refused to be less than his best. Discovering he wasn’t a Wayland was painful, but finding his way to his real family name – Herondale – has eased some of that lonely, insecure boy he hides with sarcasm and hunting prowess.

Combat Instructor [ hand to hand is my specialty;; combat instructor Jace ]

Raised in a military family, Jace didn’t follow the usual footsteps of his family, deciding to put his training to use and took a line in training people with self defense. He isn’t harsh or cruel, but he pushes those he teaches to think on their feet in any situation, and has recently opened his own training studio.

Human [ life without runes;; human Jace ]

Jace has been a blend of things since he was young; singer, sports player, musician. Playing piano, cello and harmonica, Jace is a young man of many talents, but he’s struggled in his life, too.

Lion [ leader of the pride;; lion Jace ]

Being referred to as a lion isn’t far from the truth. Jace is a lion shifter, one of royal family whose genetics allow them to choose their shift. Jace didn’t put much thought into what he wanted, but the idea that people always called him a lion made him want to make the sentiment true. [this is loosely based in the Night World series]

Don’t Let Go | bowstrung

Alec [ @bowstrung ]

“If someone did ask questions, what would you tell them?” Alec wondered if he would say he wasn’t seeing anyone. He wished more than anything that they didn’t have to hide, but it was the truth of their lives. “I can’t help it, Jace. Our relationship is very complicated. More complicated than most complicated relationships and I can’t help but worry that you’ll get bored of me or want to be in public with someone that you don’t have to hide with.” He ducked his head as he rambled, feeling guilt for feeling these things. Alec knew that he had no reason really to doubt their relationship, but it was something that he did. He looked up quickly at him then when he spoke and gave him an offended sort of look. “Why would I want anyone else? You’re all I’ve ever wanted. You’re the only person who’s every truly understood me. Though don’t tell Isabelle that, she might be upset. But it’s true. I do love you Jace, so much. You’re the perfect man for me too. I just…wish that our situation was different, is all.” Maybe one day it would be, but that wouldn’t be for a very long time. “I’m sorry, I’ll try not to think on it anymore.”

Jace tilted his head. “I would say I have someone special and that’s all they need to know.” he said honestly. “I know that this…us…I know it’s complicated. It’s risky and I would rather have to hide than never know what it’s like to love you.” he explained. He gave a little laugh, running his fingers through Alec’s hair. “I’m not going anywhere, and you clearly aren’t gong anywhere. So obviously, we’re always going to have each other, and no one is going to change that.” he replied, leaning to brush his lips against the other man’s. “Tell me what to do to make those thoughts go away, Alec.”