COMPLETED - 100 Ways To Say I Love You - Malec

50 - I Think You're Beautiful

A/N Sorry for the little delays in my update. Just moved houses so I've been helping with that. But I should be updating more from now! Also, this is set near the start of Malec's relationship.

Alec fiddled with the hem of his white turtleneck cashmere sweater, gifted to him by Magnus. He then went onto jiggling his bracelet around. The bracelet was a simple gold band with the Angelic rune engaved on it, also a gift from Magnus. And for the tenth time, Alec ran a hand through his hair, making sure it was as perfect as it could be.

And then the bedroom door opened before Magnus walked in. Alec gasped. Magnus looked truly like a work of art, someone that God had created just to make the world a little brighter.

"I suppose I look good then?" Magnus asked, flattening out his black leather jacket that had silver chains around the collar. He was also wearing skin-tight black jeans that were slightly ripped at the knees. The jeans also consisted of a silver chain by the belt. 

"You look stunning, Magnus," Alec commented after a moment of simply staring. Magnus had also put on black eyeliner and some eyeshadow the colour of grey ashes. His hair was, like normal, in spikes, with streaks of silver in them. Alec looked Magnus up and down again as Magnus knelt down next to Alec, who was sitting by the vanity table.

"You look magnificent, darling," Magnus said, linking his fingers with Alec's.

"You sure about that?" Alec asked as his gaze went to the floor. He suddenly felt overwhelmed by the fact he was about to attend a Downworlder rave as Magnus' boyfriend. He felt underdressed, he felt like he was going to make Magnus look less good because of how badly he dressed.

"Of course I'm sure," Magnus said softly, "You're beautiful, Alexander."

Alec didn't know why, but he felt tears gathering in his eyes and Magnus noticed.

"Alec, what's wrong?" Magnus asked, concerned. "Look at me, sweetheart."

Fighting through the want to shy away from Magnus, Alec gingerly looked up at Magnus. Magnus brought a hand to Alec's cheeks and brushed his tears away with a shower of blue magic.

"What's wrong?" Magnus asked again, "Do you not want to go to the party? We can just stay in and cuddle and watch an awful movie if you want."

Alec just shook his head. 

"Alexander, tell me what's wrong, honey. You know you can tell me anything."

"I - You go without me, Magnus," Alec finally said.

"What?" Magnus said, "I'm not going on my own. I'd rather stay in with you. I'll just order some takeout and we can -"

"No, Magnus. This is the anual party thing you always go to. You should go," Alec protested.

"Then you should come with me."

"No. I'll just let you down, Magnus."

"What?" Magnus asked for the second time, astounded, "How will you ever let me down? You're the one who carries me through everything, Alexander."

"I'll let you down because I'll look really bad. I'll let you down because I can't dance or party or anything. I'll let you down because I don't know how to dress for a party. Everyone there will be better dressed than me. You'll be better of dancing with them. I'm just not cut out to wear good clothes or have fun at parties."

Magnus just looked at Alec for a minute before he pulled the Shadowhunter into a tight embrace.

"Alexander. I fell in love with you because of your heart and not because of what you wear. I fell in love with you because of how kind and generous you are. I did not fall in love with you because of your clothing. But for the record, I think you're beautiful, Alexander. You're the most beautiful person ever. You'll never ever let me down, Alec."

"It really doesn't matter to you?" Alec asked, lifting his head from Magnus' shoulder, "What I wear?"

"No, Alexander. Like I said, I think you're unbelieveably beautiful. Whatever you wear. I think you're gorgeous for being the person you are. I think you're wonderful for fighting for what you want and for what's right. I think you're incredible for fighting for us. There's nothing underwhelming about you. I love everything about you, and you are beautiful."

"That means a -  a lot, Magnus," Alec whispered.

"It's true, Alec. And right now, that sweater looks absolutely wonderful on you and I'm having a very hard time keeping my hands off you. And whatever you wear, it looks truly stunning on you, okay?"

Alec simply nodded.

"Come here," Magnus murmred after a minute and pulled Alec into another tight hug as he murmured soothing things in Alec's ears. Slowly, Alec's hands came around Magnus' middle and Magnus didn't care about anything in that moment. He only cared about making sure Alec felt beautiful, because he was beautiful. He was beautiful in every way that mattered.

"The - the rave," Alec stuttered after a while, "We're going to be late."

Magnus gave a soft gurgle of laughter as he pulled away.

"Will you be my date then, Alexander Lightwood?" Magnus asked as he stood up and held out a hand.

"I'd - I'd love to," Alec answered and held onto Magnus' hand before pulling himself up.

"Before we go," Magnus murmured and tugged Alec close by his sweater, "I want to do something."

Magnus bent his head so that he could kiss Alec and Alec smiled through it, his hands sliding inside Magnus' jacket. Magnus himself was having a hard time trying not to remove Alec's sweater. Instead, he gripped Alec by the elbows and held on as they kissed each other completely breathless.

A/N I hope you guys enjoyed! Already halfway through the challenge! I can't believe how quickly it's gone! Thank you all for your support; wouldn't be here if not for you guys. 

Love, IC XXXX 🥰😘😍