HeartBLOOD

Epilogue

Three months later

Breakfast is ready., Alec whispered in Magnus ear, stroking the hair out of his face- he had been out all night training with his company, so Alec thought itd do him some good to sleep in.

My hero., Magnus chuckled, turning around in bed, looking into Alecs piercing blue eyes.

Okay, princess., Alec grinned, I made scrambled eggs, so you better get going.

With bacon?, Magnus asked, sitting up.

Do you know me at all?, he laughed out sarcastically and walked to their kitchen- their own kitchen. Not Isabelles, not NYABMs, it was their own.

Putting the plates onto the table, Alec looked out of the windows and appreciated their view- they could even see NYABM from here, and with auditions being right around the corner, he couldnt wait to watch people start streaming in and out again.

This is everything I have ever wanted., Magnus smiled widely as he walked into the kitchen, his eyes poofy.

Me too., Alec chuckled, wrapping his arms around Magnus before pressing a kiss onto his lips- he smelled like cologne and shampoo whilst tasting like toothpaste, just like he always did when he came out of the bathroom.

Alec knew that their bathroom was Magnus favorite part of their apartment- it was quite large, with a nice shower and a bathtub as well as plenty of room for all of his styling products.

Overall, their apartment was not big, they had an entry, a small kitchen, a bathroom and a bedroom- they hadnt had more in their dorm room either, so it didnt feel like they were missing anything. Besides, it had been a total coincidence they got this place- another mom in Valerys daycare had told Clary they were moving out of the apartment, so Clary had immediately told Magnus and Alec, who then secured it within less than ten hours- quite a miracle in a city like New York.

Do you know what youll wear to Maureens and Raphaels wedding?, Magnus asked before stuffing his mouth with scrambled eggs.

Im clueless., Alec chuckled, But I bet you have it all planned out?

I was hoping youd say that., Magnus grinned, unlocking his phone, I found this wine-red shirt online, and I wanted to ask you before ordering- I think itd look great on your skintone, and then youd have an outfit for the wedding.

I trust you., Alec chuckled, feeling butterflies in his stomach- they had a shared mailing address now. Sometimes, he still couldnt believe it.

Youre learning., Magnus smiled, ordering the shirt, But besides that, I am so happy for Raphael and Maureen- they really deserve each other.

Yeah, theyre incredible as a team- its so crazy to see how everyone is going their own ways now., Alec replied, knowing that rather sooner than later people would be picking out shirts for his wedding, Im happy everyone is moving on, though.

Apropos moving on- you never told me what Izzys new boyfriend was like! Didnt you meet him last night?

I did., Alec chuckled, And hes a really nice guy. Besides, he seems to make her happy, so that all that matter.

I was just going to say that shes been practically glowing lately.

She has every reason to- hes a total romantic, sweet, funny, a bit of a dork but super determined., Alec sighed, finishing his lunch, I see a lot of Simon in him.

That, and a bit of you., Magnus smiled, grabbing Alecs hand, Shes got taste.

Seems to run in the family., Alec smirked, squeezing his boyfriends hand before getting up to put the dishes in the dishwasher.

You miss dance, huh?, Magnus asked, looking at the way Alec moved, his posture, the way he held his head up high, just like Valentine had taught him to.

Seems like it., Alec chuckled, closing the dishwasher- it had been ten weeks since his surgery, but he still hadnt gotten the courage together to actually dance. Even though he felt almost no pain and the surgery had been successful, he was scared of messing it up again- one nasty scar was enough for him, he didnt want to risk needing a second one.

Im okay with it, though., he added, remembering his senior performance- if that was the last piece he had danced, he knew it all hadnt been for nothing. He had accomplished something to be proud of, anyways.

You dont have to settle for less., Magnus said and got up, stroking Alecs back, I know just how much you want to work again, but take some more months off, see how you feel. I mean, today is your first day back as a coach, which is a huge step after a major surgery. Just dont pressure yourself, take it one step at a time and maybe try after nutcracker season? If, of course, your knee allows you to. And if not-

I meant it, Mags., Alec smiled softly, interrupting Magnus whilst turning around to look into his boyfriends eyes, If this is what my life is like now, Im happy. I truly am happy. I mean, Ive got all Ive ever wanted, right? A job, love, family, a home, friends- Ive got so much more than I could have ever dreamt of. Im not who I was a couple years back, but as long as you can still love me, Im okay with who I am. You have always loved me, through my darkest days and my worst selves, no matter how hard I made it for you, youve always accepted me the way I was. And thats one of the many things I am trying to learn from you.

***

Alec sighed when walking into BDA- right now, Cat was the one training with the teens, and only in this moment did he realize how much he had truly missed them. Due to his surgery, he had been out for the past three months, and nobody knew he was coming back today. To be sure, he had told Cat itd be a few more weeks, but as his recovery had gone smoothly, he just couldnt resist the urge to come back.

In the hallway, he heard chatter and music from the main training room- they were probably warming up right now, which meant that his timing was perfect.

Without hesitation, he stepped to the door, knocking against it, curious to see their faces.

Yes?, he heard Cats familiar voice, paining a smile on his face whilst he could practically see her frown in front of his inner eye.

Missed me?, Alec grinned after opening the door and taking a step inside the bright training room.

Oh my god!, Cat exclaimed, running towards him before almost knocking him over with the force behind her hug.

Ill take that as a yes., he chuckled, wrapping his arms around his coach, though she was so much more than that- she had been there. Through the auditions, through coaching, at his senior performance, she had always been there.

Are you back? Like, for real?, Maddie asked with her eyes wide open, still glued to her spot on the dancefloor.

I hope so., Alec smiled, letting go of Cat, But if you guys dont come running into my arms for a hug right now, I might just turn around.

Not a chance!, Vicky shrieked before darting towards him, the rest of the group following her.

Guys, attention, I want to raise a toast!, Cat smiled, climbing onto a bench, her waterbottle in her hand, raised to the ceiling: To the good old days, and to the even better ones to come.

To new beginnings!, Alec cheered with probably the most honest smile he had ever worn on his face- maybe this was where he was supposed to be.