Sudden Changes

3- True Love's Kiss

Clary's P.O.V

It felt good sparring again and being able to train, but it didn't feel the same. I still had fun beating that Jace guy. I smirk to myself and reach my room.

For a second, I forgot I was in New York and thought I was gonna see my old room. It was full of drawings, all messy, and disorganised. This room is white, abandoned, barely anything to make it unique. I sigh and head to the bathroom.

Once I got in, I ran the hot water. I started to cool down. I finished showering and changed. I put on the clothes Izzy had brought me. I sat on my bed and looked at my stele. It was the last thing I had from the Institute. I will find my brother and make him pay for what he has done. I heard a knock at the door.

"Come in." I said and Izzy came in. "Hi Clary. I just came to tell you that Maryse wanted to speak with you in the library." I nod. "I'll be down in a few." Izzy left and I prepared myself.

It took me an extra few minutes to get to the library because it was different than the other Institute. Once I found it and opened the door, I gasp. I ran towards him and hugged him.

"Magnus, thank god you're here." I said. He chuckles, "I could say the same about you. I'm so glad your alive." he says caressing my hair. I let go and realize something very important, "Magnus, where's Simon? I need to know if he's ok. He must be worried. Is he ok?" I said and he nods. "Simon is safe."

"Sorry to interupt, but it seems like you guys have known each other for a while. Care to share Magnus." says Maryse.

"Right. I know Clary because her mother is a friend of mine and she was one of my students in the Institute." He says. I nod.

"Very well then. Clary, can you please tell me how you portaled here and why?" she asked and I didn't know what to say.

"I portaled her here to keep her safe."says Magnus. He knew my true identity and what I was able to do. "Yes. Our institute was attacked and the building was going to fall. I tried to protect my family, but the attacker was too strong for us. I would be dead if Magnus hadn't portaled me here." I said breathlessly.

"I'm sorry to hear that. Don't worry you are in great hands here. Who are your parents?" Asked Maryse. "My mom is Jocelyn Fairchild and my step dad is Luke Garroway." I said. Maryse smiles.

"I will contact them as soon as possible. Thank you Clary. You may leave." I nod and give Magnus a final hug, then left.

I went into my room and closed the door. I went into my old clothes and took out the Morgenstern sword. I had to hide it before the others find it. I knew my bloodline was ruined and that I would have to find my brother.

It was late and I wanted to look around the institute so I put on my boots and left my room.

I took out my witchlight and found a narrow passage way. I walked in and found a staircase. I walked up and the view was amazing. The place was full of colors and lights. I was walking around and it was like a dream. I was cut away from my dream by a voice.

"Stalking me much, love?" I turn around and see Jace. In the moonlight, his skin and hair made him seem like an angel. His abs were well built and you can see it through his shirt. I felt myself falling more and more. I had to stop myself.

"No. I just felt like taking a tour around this place. What are you doing up here anyway?" I said. Jace walked towards a different staircase.

"Nobody ever comes here anymore. They don't see the beauty of it and it gives me peace and quiet when I need it."he says and takes my arm. "Come. It's almost midnight, I want to show you how amazing this place actually is." I walked up the stairs and Jace was behind me. I felt him breath on my neck.

The sound of a clock bell rang and suddenly all the flowers began to bloom. There was more light and it seemed like magic. I was dazed by it's beauty and I felt like drawing at this moment.

"It's-I'm-I can't- this is breathtaking." I said turning around and I tripped. I was going to fall when I was up against Jace's chest. Our faces were inches apart. He caressed my cheek and leaned in. I didn't know what to do then his lips crashed into mine. I was in shock, but then I began to kiss back. My hand went to his hair and his hands were on my waist. He held me against the railing. The kiss was growing heatedly but I stopped myself before it went too far.

"I-I'm sorry. I can't do this." I said and Jace was surprised. "Why not? Clary since the moment I have met you, I can't get you out of my head." He said but I was already going down the staircase. "I can't do this." "Why not?" He ask. "Because I love someone else." He grabs my wrist, "Then why did you let me kiss you?!" I was speechless. I took my hand away and walked away from the rooftop.

I went straight into my room and locked the door. David. Maybe losing him is what made me want to kiss Jace. I can't blame myself for this. I decide to go to bed.