Disclaimer: I do not own the wonderful series known as Mortal Instruments. Nor, the characters. Anyway, enjoy!

Magnus was escorted anywhere, but his room. It didn't sit the warlock well. He just wanted to fall face first in a pillow. However, he would be hopelessly lost in this place if he tried to go alone. So, Magnus stayed with the twins. But, that didn't stop him from whining.

"I wanna sleep," Magnus protested, as they passed yet another room. Nicholas, who Magnus dubbed annoying twat, shook his head.

"Not just yet," Annoying Twat said.

"Ugh!" Magnus said. Aurora looked at him those big green eyes.

"We should take him to his room, Nick," Aurora said. Magnus nodded. Annoying Twat pouted.

"But I wasn't done with my story!" He protested.

"You can tell him later"

Nicholas huffed, but complied. After a few turns, they passed the infirmary. Magnus looked inside. All he saw was the fleeting glance of caramel brown curls bending over Alec. Magnus stumled slightly. Who was that?

He didn't ask the twins though. Something held him back. Instead, he asked something else. "Why are we passing the infirmary again?"

The twins didn't answer. Nicholas pulled him two hallways down. Aurora opened a door. Inside was a single bed and an adjourned bathroom. There were plain white walls that made Magnus shudder. A small desk was across the bed.

"Why didn't you take me here in the first place?" Magnus said, indignant.

"Because we wanted to meet the magnificent Magnus Bane, the High Warlock of Brooklyn!" Nicholas said. Despite his exhausted state, Magnus smirked. At least somebody knew.

"I'm flattered. However, I need to sleep. So, leave," Magnus demanded. Nicholas opened his mouth to complain. Aurora grabbed her brothers arm and yanked him to the door. She pushed him to the hall. Before Aurora closed the door, she turned to Magnus, who already shamelessly shed his clothes and was in his underwear. He was currently wrapped in the blanknet

"Mister Bane?" Aurora whispered. Surprised, Magnus's eyes flew open. Aurora was hugging the bear to her chest.

"Mm?" Magnus questioned, too tired to say actual words.

"Our bedroom is to the right of this one. And Mommy's and Daddy's bedroom is across from this one. Have a nice rest," Aurora said in a rush. She hurriedly, but quietly closed the door. Magnus couldn't help but smile. He decided that he will break that shell of hers and get to know her better. Magnus closed his eyes and fell asleep, his hair already suffering.

When Magnus woke up, he was confused. First of all, the walls were an ugly eggshell color. Magnus didn't have such distase. Second of all, Chairman Meow wasn't by his side. This distressed Magnus even more. He heard voices on the other side of the door.

"I'm awake, so just enter," Magnus called out. The bickering stopped and Isabelle and Jace entered.

"I told you," Jace said. Isabelle hit him upside the head.

"Breakfast is ready," Isabelle annouced. Magnus looked at her suspiciously.

"Did you make it?"

"No," Isabelle said.

"Good," Magnus said. He pushed the blanket off. He stretched, knowing his stomach showed greatly. Jace threw some clothes at him. Magnus looked at them. It was clear from the baggy sweatpants and holey sweater that they belonged to Alec. Magnus gave them a look.

"Really?" Magnus asked. Jace and Isabelle smirked. They soon left. "Might as well." Magnus got up and went to the bathroom. He took a quick shower. He quickly changed to the clothes had been offered. Magnus looked at himself in the mirror and frowned. The outfit was in great need of glitter. And his hair was just atrocious.

He left the room. Magnus looked left and then right. He had no clue where to go. Just the, the door next to his opened. Aurora and Nichoas entered the hallway.

"Hey, kiddos," Magnus greeted them. Today, Aurora had a stuffed bunny with her. Nicholas smiled widely. "Where's the kitchen?"

"We'll show you the way," Nicholas said.

"Okay, but you better take me straight there, and not wander around the whole place," Magnus demanded. Nicholas pouted, but shrugged anyway. The twins walked slightly ahead of Magnus. Nicholas picked up the conversation on where they left off yesterday.

Magnus couldn't but feel flattered. It really feed on Magnus's ego. Just a tiny bit. He rolled his eyes and tugged on the sweater. It seemed to fall apart as he looked at it. The black clothes just didn't suit Magnus at all.

"Magnus!" Clary said. He looked up, starlted. Magnus couldn't deal with the fact of her being pregnant. It was too weird for Magnus.

"Where's the other little thing?" Magnus asked. Clary wrinkled her nose.

"Her name is Jennifer and she's with Jace in the kitchen," Clary said in a clipped tone. Magnus smiled. This is the Clary he liked. Magnus tugged at his loose hair and internallysighed.

"Whatever. I'm hungry. Where can someone as amazing as me get something to eat?" Magnus asked.

"Just around the corner," Clary said. Together, they entered the kitchen. Jace was entertaining his daughter. Simon and Isabelle were talking, with Isabelle holding Connor. And Alec had his mouth stuffed with cereal.

"Alec!" Magnus screeched. Surprised, Alec jumped and almost spilled his meal.

"M-Magnus," Alec stuttered. His eyes widen. Magnus tried not to get lost in them. Instead, he put his hand on his waist.

"What are you doing? You're supposed to be in the infirmary!" Magnus exclaimed. Alec looked down sheepishly.

"I didn't want to stay in there," Alec mumbled. Magnus gave a long sigh. He threw himself gracefully at the only seat available. Which was the seat next to Alec. Great.

The twins ran up to their dad. Nicholas circled around him, yelling. Aurora climbed Alec's lap and laid her head on his chest. She stayed silent. How are they twins?

Isabelle set a bowl of cereal and toast in front of him. Strawberry jam was to his left. Clary handed him orange juice. Very family-like. Magnus felt uncomfortable. He was the odd man out. Not only was this the place of the Nephilim, but they were talking with their respective spouses and children. And his beloved ex was one of them.

And speaking of spouses, Magnus was certain that was Melanie he saw yesterday. Which brought the question of where is she now? She's the wife of Alec. Alec, who just about died yesterday. This Melanie should be next to him, like a good spouse. Instead, Magnus was awkwardly sitting next to Alec. Where is she?

"Hey Alec. Was that Melanie sleeping next to you this morning?" Jace asked. Magnus looked up from his breakfast. So did everyone else. Jace was looking at Alec, but stole glances of Magnus.

"Yes," Alec said. Aurora picked up her head.

"Where's Mommy?" Nicholas stopped his running to look up to his father.

"Um, she's here. Around," Alec said. Magnus snorted.

"Wow," Magnus said under his breath. Isabelle and Jace snickered behind their hands. "Very nice description." Alec blushed under my gaze. The twins also looked at me.

"I don't know where exactly Melanie is," Alec said. He looked away. So did everyone else expect Jace. He watched me as hurt flashed through my eyes. Melanie. The way he said her name was painful to her. With love. LOVE! Sure, Alec said my name like a caress. And it warmed Magnus's heart. He just didn't like the way he said Melanie. Why would he say her name with love. Oh. Right. She's his wife. Totally forgot.

Jace cleared his throat. "So, nice hair, Magnus." Magnus scowled.

"I didn't have anything to work with!" Magnus exclaimed. Jace waved his hand dissmissily.

"I'm just saying," Jace said.

"Saying what? That you want a bald head. Cause that's what I'm hearing," Magnus snapped. Literally. Blue sparks appeared. Jace gasped dramically and gripped his head.

"I would love to see that," Simon said. Isabelle hit his arm.

"You are not getting rid of his hair," Clary intervened. Magnus shrugged.

"I do what I want, biscuit," Magnus said. Alec smiled. The twins looked at Magnus to everyone and from everyone to Magnus.

Then, simultaneously, the twins said, "Was it always like this?"

Magnus shook his head and said very seriously, "Just on days that end with Y."

Simon, Isabelle, and Alec snorted. Clary nodded. Jace simply rolled his eyes. Magnus smirked and tugged on his hair again. It really needed to be fixed. And he needed to get other clothes. Yes, these clothes smelled like Alec, but he missed his glitter. He'll just change at his apartment and 'forget' to bring back the clothes.

"Alec, get back to infirmary," Magnus said. Alec looked at him. Those eyes will be the death of him.

"I know. I will," Alec said. Magnus rolled his eyes. Sure.

"You better," Magnus mumbled. Jace smiled. Aurora gave a tiny smile. Magnus was pretty sure no one else saw that, though. It made Magnus feel slightly better. But then Jace screwed that up.

"Magnus should meet Melanie," Jace requested. Everyone, even the children, stopped what they were doing and looked at Jace.

"Why?" Clary and Alec asked at the same time.

"Well, it's about time, isn't it?" Jace said casually. No, it is not. This High Warlock is not ready.

"I don't know," Alec said hesitantly. The Shadowhunters gave looks amongst themselves. Even the children were looking at each other. What is with this?

To stop the looks, Magnus said, "I would love to meet Melanie." Hopefully, the resentment wasn't audible in his voice. Alec gave a concerned look. Always the worrier.

"Are you sure?" Alec asked. Magnus nodded, trying to look convincing. Never in his existence was he so uncertain.

"Like Golden Boy said, it's about time," Magnus shrugged. Clary and Isabelle frowned. Simon chewed his lip. Alec looked concerned. And Jace, the prick, was smiling. Magnus grabbed a spoonful of cereal and flung it at Jace. It landed on his face. The children and Simon were laughing. Jace spluttered. Clary bit her lip to keep from smiling.

"How do you manage to make everyone mad?" Isabelle asked. Jace threw a hateful look.

The twins looked back at Magnus and smiled widely at them. He winked in return. The pressure of meeting Alec's wife disappeared. It was just laughing like a family. It felt weird to Magnus. But not unwanted. Clary handed Jace a napkin. Jace began wiping his face. The laughter was dying out when a giggle was heard from the kitchen doorway.

"I agree. You always manage to piss everyone off, Jace," A melodic voice said, amused. The twins looked up and ran to the figure. Everyone turned to watch the twins and the person. Their expressions were unreadable. Expect for Alec. He looked surprised and slightly worried. Magnus couldn't turn around. Not just yet.

"It's a gift," Jace said. Even though it was his idea, Jace was starting to look uncertain.

"An annoying one," The voice said. There was a pause. Then. "Who's that?"

That clearly meant Magnus. Simon and Clary exchanged looks. Isabelle, for once, was looking uncomfortable. And Alec was virgously chewing his bottom lip. Magnus decided to take the leap off the cliff and turned around. Magnus felt underdressed. He was meeting Alec's wife in sweatpants and her husband's holey sweater. And his hair was just hideous.

"I'm Magnus," he said. "And you?" Despite already knowing the answer, it was polite to do so. The twins, Magnus saw, were clinging to their mother's legs.

She gave a friendly smile. "I'm Melaine."

CLIFFHANGER! I know I have been absent. I'll try to update sooner this time.