Affection | bowstrung

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“Yes yes and it won’t happen again.” At least, he would try to prevent it from happening again. He’d had no idea that Magnus would react this way. “I have another jacket and shirt where that one came from,” he told him. Alec was used to getting damaged clothes, it was partially why he wasn’t too picky about what he wore in the first place. He released a breath when the injury healed and he nodded. “Much better. It was a little itchy, but even that’s gone now too.” He leaned in then and brushed a tender kiss to Magnus’s cheek. “Thank you, Magnus. I really am lucky to have you.” And not just because Magnus could heal him so easily. The archer reached out a hand to stop Magnus from going, though he wasn’t sure if he was going to try. “Stay here with me for a bit?”

“The idea of you always having to buy clothes because of your occupation is troublesome. And I really do like that particular jacket on you.” MAgnus mused, his anger tempered as he relaxed with Alec healed. He smiled and tilted his head to kiss Alec properly. “I’m the lucky one, Alexander.” he replied, leaning to nuzzle Alec gently. “Of course I’ll stay, sweetheart.” he assured. “You know you only need to ask and I’d do just about anything for you.”

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“You’re quite a bit better at it than me most times. I guess that makes us a good match too.” Alec’s eyes briefly closed as he felt Jace’a lips along his jaw, he resisted the urge to moan as this was more of an important moment than that. At least they were willing to fight for each other, he thought. If they weren’t then this would have never worked out and they’d made it this far, hasn’t they? Sometimes he bought that Isabelle knew what they were doing, but she didn’t scold them nor had she told anyone and if he trusted anyone with this, it would be her. “Okay,” Alec agreed with a nod. “We’ll be alright.” They had to be, for both of their sake. A moan did escape him then and he curled closer to Jace. “Mmm, me to…love you,” he breathed against his mouth. His hand trailed up Jace’s stomach as he felt the muscles there beneath his shirt. Today was one of those days that he couldn’t believe Jace was his. Unable to resist, Alec moved to straddle Jace as he deepened the kiss. If Jace wanted him to stop, he was always welcome to tell him to do so. “Mine,” he murmured as he trailed his mouth along Jace’s neck.

Jace gave a little smile. “Have to seem confident in front of others somehow, right?” he mused, content to just lay, but he loved the feel of Alec’s body against him, too. Hearing the moan, he grinned and pulled Alec closer, head canting to one side so Alec had better access to his neck. “Only yours.” he swore, hands ghosting along Alec’s thighs. “Gonna stay the night?” he asked. “It’s been a while.” He really was glad their rooms were close enough that they could stay in each other’s rooms, and it seemed like it was something they both needed.

Drink by Drink | bowstrung

Alec

“If she wasn’t interested in you from the beginning then she should have said so,” Alec said. “It doesn’t matter that they were friends, it wasn’t right of her to cheat on you.” He felt very strongly about this subject because a few months ago he’d found out that his dad had been cheating on his mom. It had felt like a slap in the face, though he couldn’t imagine what his mom was feeling. “Sure, I guess.” He shrugged a little. Alec shook his head and said, “No, not at all. I just know that you’ll regret drinking that much tomorrow. I know it all hurts, but you can’t hurt yourself like that.”

“I’m not, but I’m glad that you’re not far from here. If you’d like, I can drive you home once my shift is finished.” He probably shouldn’t do that, but he felt protective of the blonde. He understood the taking care of himself thing. “You can let other people take care of you, you know. It’s not so bad. Trust me. It took ages for my sister to open me up again once I’d moved out. Now most of my family is back in my life and I’m glad that she did. You’ll get there eventually.” Alec hoped that he had given him some sort of comfort, but could tell that he was still sad. “Listen, I’ve got to make a couple of more drinks for some guys over there. Though how about you look at the menu again and get yourself something to eat, on the house. I’ll take care of it.” He pushed the full menu toward Jace and hoped that he’d take him up on his offer. “And then I’ll take you home in an hour if you want to leave. Though you don’t have to, I’ll stay here and chat with you all night if you’d like.”

Jace shrugged. “I mean, she was for a while? I thought we were great.” He mumbled, looking at his hands. He chuckled drunkenly, looking up at the other and tilting his head. “I’d rather hurt from this,” he lifted his half empty glass. “Than from my heart.” he replied, finishing the drink and setting it down, staring at the glass for a long minute. He was never, ever going to let himself get close enough to love someone ever again. Fuck love.

Two toned eyes looked up and he tilted his head the other way. “Sure, a ride home won’t be so bad.” he agreed with a shrug. “I don’t really have anyone to take care of me, pal.” he said bitterly. “My parents were killed when I was little. My grandmother took me in, but after losing my dad, she kind of became a workaholic.” He opened his mouth to say he was fine, but he decided free food would be worth it, so he looked over the menu quietly, trying to find something that sounded appealing. He usually loved pizza, but it would only trigger more memories of his ex, so he debated between chili cheese fries and nachos for a long moment while he waited for Alec to return.

Affection | bowstrung

Alexander [ @bowstrung ]

Alec rolled his eyes and shook his head, not all at the same time. “I don’t need you to curse them for me, Magnus. I’m fine.” It was a small injury anyway, he’d had much worse. “It’ll heal in no time, so I don’t need you enacting revenge for me. Okay? No curses.” He appreciated that Magnus cared, but he would really prefer not making them even more angry at them. “Besides, I’ve had worse than this. And I’ll let you heal me this time if it will make you feel better.”

Magnus arched a brow, but let his anger at someone hurting his boyfriend slide when Alec insisted he was fine. “Very well. But next time they’ll learn better.” he said seriously, but he knew it was far more likely that Alec would talk him down again. He moved to pull at Alec’s shirt so he could look at the wound. “I’ll fix this shirt and jacket in a moment.” he promised, dark eyes lighting gold as he looked over the wound to make sure it was just a wound. Once satisfied, the gold faded as the glamour fell back into place and he snapped his fingers, blue magic sparking around his hand as he healed the wound. “All better?” he asked, looking up with a soft smile.

Keep My Heart | bowstrung

Alexander

It felt perfectly natural to have Magnus’s arm hooked through his, like this was something they should have been doing long before now. “Sounds good. And yeah, which is rather rare for New York. We should take advantage of it.” It was often either cold or raining there and he enjoyed these warmer days. Summers, however, could get so hot that he just wanted to stay inside all day. “It is. Sometimes, when I’m not on mission, I’ll take a stroll when I can’t sleep.” He was often too wired up to even try. “A French cafe sounds perfect! I’ve not been to one around here and I’m guessing if you like it then it must be really good, right?” He would have to try some French pastries, as he was sure that they had some. “Honestly, I’ll eat anything so long as it’s not Isabelle’s cooking. Never try her food, by the way. You might get food poisoning. She means well, but she really needs to get some lessons on how to properly cook a meal.” Alec wasn’t too bad himself, though more often than not, he or Jace went out and got food from Taki’s or Chinese takeout. “What about you? Do you know how to cook?”

Magnus hummed as Alec spoke, nodding. “I’ve been in New York a long time.” he replied. “It’s a statement that is very true.” He chuckled as they walked, looking up at Alec for a moment. “Call me next time. I’d be happy to take a walk with you, Alexander.” he promised. The excited tone in Alec’s voice made him smile and he brushed his thumb over the back of the nephilim’s hand. “I only take the best.” he replied with a smile, guiding them to the left and up the gate of the patio area and looked at his fiance with a soft chuckle. “Perhaps I can give her some lessons?” he asked. “I’m no gourmet chef, but I can certainly cook on my own.” he assured. “Teaching ISabelle a few things should be amusing. But I’ll make sure she can make at least edible things.” he teased, finding a table away from the others and pulling out a chair for Alec.

Second Home

Alexander

“You can still stay there sometimes anyway. We’ll be married soon enough and they’ll just have to accept it whether or not they like it.” And there was also the fact that he wasn’t going to let anyone talk down to Magnus. He would put his foot down on that the moment that it happened. His lips curled up in a smile at Magnus’s comment and he nodded in agreement. He’d been all ready to not want anything to do with the man that he was engaged to, but it turned out that he wasn’t that bad after all. “There’s no reason for her to be worried. I think we’ll do just fine. We’ve been alright so far. And yes, I will. Though no promises on Jace, sometimes he barges in without any announcement, though I’ll warn him not to.” The loft wasn’t that bad, though he decided not to comment it. His cheeks flushed and he looked away from him, his hands fidgeted at his sides. “Well, thank you anyway.”

“Mmm….gelato. We’ll have to get some of that too.” He glanced over at him and happened to notice how close Magnus was standing. Alec wanted to kiss him too, but he stepped back to give them some space. “So, Italy, then. Can you open up a portal from here?” He hoped that he didn’t sound like he was asking for a portal. That was something he would try not to do too often. “We’ll have to take pictures. Izzy is going to be asking for you to take her there next.” He brought up his siblings so much because he cared about them, they were a part of his life and he’d do anything for them. Magnus was going to be added to that list of people he cared about too and he would take care of him as well. The warlock giving him the potion was so strange to him, because Alec was used to taking care of people, not the other way around. “What time will it be in Italy when we get there?” Alec asked curiously. “I guess there will be restaurants open at any time of the day, right?”

Magnus looked up, eyes soft as he watched Alec. He was definitely falling in love with this shadowhunter, and he couldn’t hide that fact. But he didn’t want to scare Alec, so he didn’t say anything. “As the future Head of the Institute, you certainly have a leader’s heart. It’s admirable.” he chose to say instead, smiling quietly for a moment. “Ah, yes, the wondrous Jace Wayland. I’ve heard the stories. Must be hard on you from time to time, being his parabatai.” HE shrugged a little. “I just prefer to keep my company relatively comfortable and a mess is only necessary when I have to use a lot of magic for one reason or another.” He paused as he saw Alec’s hands fidgeting and reached to take one. “I’m always going to take care of you if I can, Alexander. Not because I have to, because I want to.” he explained.

“Trust me, gelato in New York is nothing compared to authentic Italian gelato.” he assured, glancing away when Alec stepped back and giving a grin. “Darling, I can open up a portal anywhere in the city if I wanted.” he grinned, waving his hands for a moment before the portal opened, the scene on the other side a darker nighttime than New York currently was, lights and people walking around. “All the pictures you want.” he promised, holding out his hand. “Shall we?”

Camera Flash | bowstrung

Alexander

“So I’m told. And thank you,” Alec said with a charming grin. He shook his hand and nodded saying, “Magnus Bane.” The name rolled off of his tongue like he’d said it before, which he might have, to his sister. He sat back down the moment that Magnus had and kept his eyes on him, which wasn’t difficult to do. The photographer was stunning and it was a wonder he didn’t model himself. “I hope that I’m able to give you exactly what you were looking for. I’m sure you’ve seen some of my past modeling work and while I’ll admit that it’s not much, I’m very good at what I do.” And he wasn’t saying that to brag. Modeling was a lot like acting and he could put on a face just as well as he could pretend to be someone else.

“Yes, she told me how amazing of a photographer you are. So when I got your request, I couldn’t deny it. Don’t be surprised if she buys more from your line. Though I’ll admit that Isabelle has a bit too much of clothes.” Though he had a feeling that his sister would disagree. “Venice? Really?” Alec asked, leaning forward some in interest. “I’ve always wanted to go to Venice.” Money wouldn’t be a problem for him, but it was an extra perk to have everything covered. “Very well. I will show up, no worries about that. And we’re doing something today too, correct? Or is it just fitting me to some outfits.” And the one he would take home, Alec was actually looking forward to that. “I’m prepared to do whatever you ask of me.” And if Magnus hired him, he would certainly not say no to that. He finished the remainder of his coffee and sat the glass down. “So, what’s first?”

Magnus barely concealed the little shiver that ran down his spine as Alec said his name, giving a little nod. He leaned back as he sipped his tea and smiled. “I assure you, Alexander, when I ask for someone specifically? It’s because I know they can give me the results I want.” he promised. “I have never worked with someone I couldn’t get to give me what I want for a shoot, but I take particular pride when it comes to my personal fashion line. I only want to the best, and while you’re work isn’t as long winded as some other models, you’re certainly one of the best. More relaxed than other models are in front of the camera.” he explained, setting his cup down.

“Isabelle was amazing. She’s exceptionally beautiful and she knows it. I like having confident women in my shoots, but I prefer to have ones who enjoy the chance to help other women find confidence, too. Your sister is one such woman.” he said with a nod. “She is welcome to buy more of the line, as are you. My models get special treatment with my personal line.” Magnus smiled and nodded. “Yes. Isabelle’s shoot was in Rome, yours is in Venice. It’s a lovely place, you’ll enjoy it.” he promised. “We have a few shots for here, but most of those are for the department stores that sell the line. They like plain background things because they lack vision, but they sell my product, so I give them their mediocrity.” he laughed softly, moving to stand. “First, I’ll show you the line.” he replied, leaving his cup and motioning for Alec to follow him from the room and into the actual studio, the lamps and shades and backdrops all pristine, and a long rack along the wall was filled with clothes, but a section of about 30 outfits sectioned off. “Here is the current line, we’ll have them tailored to you today and you can pick whatever you like to take home after the shoot.”

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.

Resting | bowstrung

Alexander

“You’re not fine. And we both know that if this was me in this situation, you’d be doing the same thing.” And so would he, now that he’d thought about it. Magnus and Alec were both so stubborn, it was no wonder they were together. Alec let out a small sigh and nodded. “Fine, but only this once. And only until you go to sleep. I still have some paperwork to do.” Though he had a feeling that he would end up going to sleep with Magnus. He moved on his side of the bed and laid down with him, an arm going around him to comfort him. “Sleep.”

Magnus wanted to argue, but he knew Alec was right. “Only this once,” he mused in a tired murmur, reaching to pull Alec to him. “Aku cinta kamu.” he whispered, tucking his head into Alec’s neck as they lay in bed. “Just make sure you sleep, too. You’ve been working so much.”

Pour Me Another | bowstrung

Alexander

Alec lifted a brow, surprised that the man had noticed so much about him. It might have creeped him out if it had been anyone else, but in a way it felt nice to be looked after, even in these small ways. “That’s usually because I’m the one getting them home.” No more, he thought. He was tired of always being the ‘good one,’ only to be ditched and left behind. He’d thought that he and Jace had something special, but apparently he’d been wrong. He wasn’t getting into another relationship ever again. “He doesn’t seem to think so,” Alec replied. “I should have known when he kept eying her,” he muttered. He’d never been good enough for Jace, he thought sadly.

“Yes well…at least any of it will keep me from thinking about him.” And yet it hadn’t. He couldn’t get Jace out of his head as much as he tried to. This guy was really concerned about him, wasn’t he? He squinted at the name tag, sure that he knew it, but his alcohol addled mind couldn’t think of it. Magnus, that was right. The name was fitting for him. “I guess I could do with some food. What do you recommend?” He wasn’t hungry, but Magnus was right. He was going to regret not eating anything later. And hopefully it all stayed down later too. “You’re probably used to seeing people like me, huh? I’m sorry I’m kind of taking up your time here. I can go once I’m finished.” He’d just have to find a taxi and go home and see Jace all over again. Sometimes he wished that he didn’t live in the same place as the blonde did, take now for instance. Maybe he could stay in a hotel for the night. “Say, do you know of any decent hotels around here? I’d rather not go home looking like this tonight.” His parents wouldn’t be pleased if they saw him and Izzy was bound to pity him, which he didn’t want either.

Magnus gave a quiet smile. “Yes, I’ve been caught looking a time or two. Hard not to.” he admitted. “But that doesn’t mean I’m going to try and seduce you.” He assured. “Heartbreak takes time to heal. And right now, I’m taking responsibility to make sure you get home. You don’t need to be driving in your condition.” He reached across the counter to lay his hand on Alec’s arm, looking at him. “Don’t let him being an asshole keep you down. I know it hurts, but it will get better, I promise.” HE explained knowingly, turning to mix a couple of drinks and putting them on the tray of the waitress who had stopped to give him the order. Looking back at Alec, he tilted his head.

“Not that I doubt your attempts at trying, but might I assume it’s not quite working the way you expected?” he asked. “Pizza here is the best for a bar. Takes about twenty minutes to make fresh,but it’s well worth it.” He let dark eyes look over the man and shook his head. “You’re not taking up my time. Trust me, tonight’s a slow night, and I’ve got plenty of time and trust me, I have seen much, much worse than you for far less.” he explained. He paused in placing an order for a pizza to look up. “Hotel? I take it you live with the asshole?” he asked. “I have a guest room you can stay at. As long as you’re fine with cats.”