COMPLETED - Malec: A Love Like No Other

Whatever May Come, Your Heart I Will Choose

Alec was lying comfortably on Magnus' chest, listening to the warlock's steady heartbeat. Night was falling all around him and he felt calm after being unheard and invisible in the Clave meeting. "What's wrong, Alexander?" Magnus asked after bathing in silence. "I feel useless," Alec said quietly. Magnus was appalled. His Alec was anything but useless. "Why, sweetheart?" Magnus inquired, keeping his voice gentle. After a massive pause, words came tumbling through Alec's lips.

"I've been trying so hard to get equal rights for Shadowhunters and Downworlders alike and it's just not happening, Magnus. I just get snickered at and no one gives a damn and it's really frustrating. Overall in the whole meeting we had today, except Jace, Izzy and Clary, there were like five people who actually listened to me and two who actually tried to back me up; I feel like I'm getting nowhere in making the world better for you or Simon or Maia or anyone, Magnus. I feel so completely useless!" Alec finished, crying quietly.

Magnus' heart shattered, knowing that Alec was trying his absolute best, working past criticism and judgement to make the Shadow World better. It broke Magnus' heart to see him like that. Magnus held Alec tighter and kissed his temple. "Alexander, you are not useless, honey, you are doing so much for a better future and trust me when I say that one day, you will achieve that goal," Magnus murmured, kissing parts of Alec's face that he could reach. "Magnus," Alec whispered, so quiet that it was barely audible, "If there's one thing I do before I die, I'm going to change the world for you, change it so you can walk with your head held high, Magnus." 

Magnus didn't know what to say. The thought of Alec dying one day was just too painful. "Don't say that, Alec," Magnus whispered, voice cracking. "Magnus?" Alec said again. "Yes, angel?" Magnus asked. "If what I'm fighting for works out, would you be- be interested in erm maybe getting married?" Alec managed, mouth dry. 

Magnus' smile was as bright as the startling stars. "I'd love to, Alexander," Magnus whispered, kissed Alec's forehead yet again and cuddled up even closer. "Okay and just know Magnus, that I'll never stop fighting for this," Alec said. "I know, sweet pea, I know," Magnus said and holding onto each other, Magnus and Alec fell asleep.

A peaceful waking up session was interrupted by Alec's phone going off. "Mother?" Alec called into it. "Alec, get here, there is something important that we need to discuss," Maryse Lightwood said from the other end and then hung up. Magnus was only barely awake so Alec decided not to burden him. Instead, he gave Magnus a few quick kisses, got into some formal clothes and took off towards the Institute.

Alec was ushered inside the library by Jace where his mother stood beaming. "Alec, as you know, the Consul is the biggest position on the Clave and Jia Penhallow, the current Consul has stepped down. After speaking to your father, who is of course the Inquisitor, she has offered you a position on the Clave. Not just any position, you have been offered the position of Consul," Maryse said.

Alec was astounded. He didn't understand anything that was happening. He was normally ignored, laughed at but not offered a position on the Clave. He was filled to the brim with happiness, but all that broke at the next few words of his mother. "However, Alec, the position of Consul is a pure one and you have been ordered to end your relationship with Magnus should you choose this position, which I'm hopeful that you do," Maryse announced.

"Mom, what?!" Izzy screeched. Her proud smile had vanished and she was now frowning. "Maryse, you can't be serious!" Jace argued but Maryse took no notice of Izzy or Jace. "Alec, choose wisely and furthermore, should you accept the position of Consul, you will be requested to drop your lunatic schemes about Downworlders being equal to Shadowhunters and you will no longer think about any of those disgusting ideas," Maryse added. And with a wicked smile, she said, "You've always wanted to make us proud, this is how you do it, Alexander."

Alec was pacing the library, Jace and Izzy at his side, Clary and Simon scowling, sitting on a desk. Alec couldn't help but think about how different 'Alexander' sounded coming out of his mother's mouth compared to Magnus'. His Magnus'. "Alec, I..." Jace trailed off and Alec started sobbing, sinking to the floor. 

"You could accept the position of Consul and then you can execute Shadowhunter-Downworlder alliance rules," Izzy suggested. "If I did that, everyone would hate me and it would take mere seconds for a vote in which a different Consul would be chosen," Alec countered. Izzy pursed her lips. After shaking his head in the hoping of clearing his mind, Alec said, "I'm going to talk to Magnus." And then, he was off.

Magnus was still asleep by the time Alec got to the loft. Alec shook him awake. "Alec, I'm sleepy, shush!" Magnus said. And with a trembling voice, Alec said, "I've been given the offer to become Consul." Magnus shot out of bed, grabbed Alec and hugged him. "Aw congratulations, sweetheart!" Magnus exclaimed. "Magnus, no," Alec said and Magnus pulled away. "What's wrong, Alexander?"

Alec told Magnus everything. Magnus listened, a tear slipping down his cheek. "You're going to take the position, aren't you?" Magnus asked, but there was no hint of accusation in his voice. Alec closed his eyes. "Do you want me to?" Alec asked, even though it hurt to say it. This time, Magnus' eyes widened in shock. "No I don't," Magnus said firmly. And after agonising moments, Alec said, "Okay, I need to think," and walked out of the loft.

A/N What do you think Alec will do? Comment your ideas! And like I said in my previous author's note, the title is inspired by Ruelle's song (I Get To Love You) so credit to her for the title and credit to Cassandra Clare for Malec. Please comment, vote and share; means a lot.

Love, IC XXXX