Runes, Rings, and Little Things

Chapter 42

{CLARY}

I still cannot believe Jace is home so... Soon. I thought for sure that he'd be there for another week at least.. And if he got kicked out- he'd go to a hotel. The wedding is only in a few hours and I still am not sure what dress to wear. Jocelyn is stopping by before the wedding to give me some news... She said its a big deal. I have no idea what it is... But I have to apologize to her. I really did go insane on her... I was too weak and fearful. She will see, though, that I am better.

{MAIA}

Jordan and I have been getting really really serious. So serious we're thinking of settling down. But that was before I found out I was pregnant. I don't know how I'll break it too him... I mean... We're both werewolves, and what would become if our child? I thought it was pretty much impossible for us to have a kid. I always thought if at all we'd adopt. I look down at my blue flannel shirt and jeans. Placing my hands on my stomach, I feel the small bump already starting to form. My jeans are already tight around the waist, and my boobs are close to falling out of my bra. Apparently everything grows when you're pregnant... Even the hands. Oh God. How am I going to tell Jordan?

Speaking of Jordan... He just got home from work. He does that a lot, especially now that Simon has moved out. He only has just enough time to shower and get dressed for the wedding. I still find it hard to believe they're having this wedding, even if it is just about 45 people. "Hey, babe" Jordan says with that smirk. I smile as he picks me up into a cradle and carries me to the bathroom. Kissing my neck, he turns on the shower and lifts my shirt over my head. I put a hand on his chest to stop him from kissing me. "Jordan... I need to tell you something..." He tilted his head to the left, like he always does when he's confused. I can't break him... It'll just confuse him and he'll freak out. "I... I love you!" He sighs from relief and laughs out "I love you too, Maia" and as he kisses me, I feel my eyes stay open, from fear and regret.

{JOCELYN}

I walk into the institute with Luke holding my hand. My stomach is already getting larger, and I huff as I step up and open the door. Clary greets me with a smile and apologizes in my ear. I grab her hand, smiling at her. "Clary, I want to make this quick because it is already decided." Clary makes inventory that I am dressed only slightly well, black slacks and a blue blouse. I normally go all out on special occasions like this, but not this time. I see her forehead crease from automatic confusion. "Clary. You don't need me anymore, baby girl. I don't have to take care of you anymore, sadly. I consulted with Luke, and we came to a decision. Luke and I are moving to Idris, to raise our kid."