Clace Best Friends (Slow Updates)

36. Unexpected Visitors

Clary

After Jace leaves, with Luke by my side, I drift off to sleep.

The Next Morning

A knock on the door wakes me. "Can I come in?" a voice asks.

"W...who are you?" I question.

"It's Sebastian. We've talked a few times at school," Sebastian replies.

"Come in," I say. Sebastian walks in and sits next to me on a chair.

"Clary, I know you've been through a lot lately, and I'm so sorry," Sebastian says.

"Thanks Sebastian," I smile.

"I'm here for you," Sebastian assures me. "Whatever you need."

Someone knocks on the door. "Who is it?" I question.

"It's Maryse, may I come in?" Maryse asks.

"Of course," I confirm.

"I'll leave you to talk to your friend," Sebastian says. With that, Sebastian stands up and walks out of the room. Maryse comes in.

"Oh, dear," Maryse says when she sees me. "I'm sorry Clary."

"It's okay Maryse. How have you been?" I ask. Her son may've been using me for 12 years. He may be right now trying to think of ways to get me to sleep with him, but it isn't Maryse's fault.

"Oh, don't worry about me, I've been fine," Maryse replies. "So, I saw Jace in the lobby and he informed me that you hadn't eaten in a while. I thought you'd like some nice homemade fried chicken and mashed potatoes." The idea of eating sounds amazing right now.......

Maryse sets the food where I can reach it. "I've seen you go for it at my dinner table, don't think you have to be all proper. Especially with everything you've gone through," Maryse says.

I blush and smile. "Thank you Maryse," I reply. I open the chicken container and go to town.

Twenty minutes later

Maryse is laughing. "Do you remember when you first came over?" Maryse asks.

"Yeah," I smile.

"Jace ate like a little pig and you scolded him," Maryse recalls.

"Yeah," I remember all the things Jace said about me to Valentine. "I'm not so sure I'll be having dinner at your house anytime soon though Maryse, I'm sorry."

"It's okay dear, Jace told me what a mess he's made," Maryse sadly replies. It gets kinda awkward and silent after that. Maryse stands up.

"I'll see you later hun, but I have to go," Maryse says.

"I'll see you later Maryse," I smile.

"See you later hun," Maryse replies as she leaves. My mind wanders to Jace. Did he really mean all of that? My best friend since forever only wanted me for sex? All the movies, the talks, the walks, the....everything was just a long game? He could've gotten it from someone else a lot faster than I would.....maybe I was like a challenge, since he knew I wouldn't do....that as easily....... I fall asleep thinking.

Jace

I've been in my room since I left the hospital. I'm wracking my brain to figure out what I can do to show Red I'm not using her.

Knock knock

"Hon, it's mom, can I come in?" My mom asks.

"Yes," I reply.

My mom walks in with a tray of food. "I talked to Clary. She seems to be doing well, considering....."

"Mom, I've messed up so much with her. You know I love her, but maybe it's best if I just let her go. Maybe she'll heal better and-" I begin.

"You don't think such a thing," my mom interrupts me. "She will forgive you. You'll be friends, and maybe someday, you two will be a couple." I want that and my mom wants that, if only Red did....... "Come on, go play with a friend or something." My mom's face falters. Red is the friend I'd always go to.....

"I think I'll just stay in here for a while......" I sadly respond. My mom solemnly nods and leaves the food tray on my desk. I won't eat it though. The pain has been....manageable from the Urethral Injury. I lay in my bed on my back. My pillow smells like Red. I inhale the sweet scent. Tears fall as I think about never seeing her again. What does she think of me? Is she mad? Scared? Sad? Worried? Does she even want to see me ever again? I must fall sleep.

Clary

The next morning

I wake up to Sebastian sitting in the chair next to me. "Hi Clary, I didn't mean to wake you," Sebastian says.

"It's okay, it's nice to have company," I reply.

"Listen, I know now isn't a good time. We don't have to start anything, but I've liked you for a long time, but Jace's warning kept my away," Sebastian explains. Someone wanted me.........

"Really?" I ask nervously.

"You're so nice and beautiful, I just figured you wouldn't like me back," Sebastian says holding his head down.

"I don't really know you, but maybe this could be good for me," I swallow. "Y...you know about my dad and w...what he did to me."

"I do, and it just makes me like you more. You're so strong and brave," Sebastian replies.

I blush. "The doctor says I can leave in a week, so maybe after that we could meet up," I suggest.

"It's a date," Sebastian smiles. I nod and he leaves. I watch TV for a while.

Knock knock

"It's Maryse," Maryse says.

"Come in," I smile welcoming the company.

"Hon, I was thinking maybe if you're comfortable with it, you might want to stay with my family until you get back on your feet," Maryse says. Jace.....with Jace....... Maryse must notice my panic. "Jace won't bother you. He's too busy beating himself up. He barely leaves his room. Hasn't eaten since I got him to eat a little right after you guys were rescued from....Valentine." Jace hasn't eaten in almost two days......

"I really appreciate that, but I could never put such a burden on you and your family," I explain.

"Clary, you're practically our daughter. We love you and we care....." Maryse assures me. Where else do I have to go? My dad will probably be sent to prison and the house.....I...I can't go back and live there.

"Thank you so much Maryse, I have no where else to go," I cry. Tears stream down my face. Maryse holds me and I cry into her chest.

"It's okay hon, you're safe now. It'll be okay," Maryse soothes me.

"D...do you know what about what happened between Jace and I?" I ask nervously. Will she take her offer back?

"Jace didn't tell me a lot, just that he messed up and he's an ass," Maryse answers. "It doesn't change anything hon. We still love you like a daughter."

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I do not own any of the Mortal Instruments books, materials, etc. All credit belongs to Cassandra Clare.

Author's Note:
I hope you all like it! Please leave comments, votes, and feedback. I'm going to update, when I do and it'll be random.

Originally posted: 6/9/18