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"Garrett are you awake?" Alec knocked on the door and hoped his brother would answer him. He couldn't sleep because of all the thoughts that were invading his brain. He really needed to talk to somebody and Garrett was the best brother in the world. He was always there for him as far as he can remember. Garrett was like a father figure to him
"Come in Alec" Garrett said sliding his covers off. He got up and switched on the lights. Alec walked in "Did I disturb you?" The older man patted on his side "You can never disturb me kiddo. Sit"
Alec smiled and sat down beside his brother "I can't sleep" Garrett studied the young man infront of him. There was so much tension written on Alec's face. His young shoulders looked like he was carrying the weight of the world. Garrett again shook himself out of his pity thoughts "What were you thinking?"
"I know Mom has chosen Ethan as my life partner but..I can't seem to get...Magnus out of my head" Alec bit his lower lip and dared to look at his brother. Garrett on the other hand tensed. This was not good. Alec was thinking about the warlock. This meant he is thinking about his real life. No! This should not be happening. He has to stop him "Who?"
"Magnus. Ah...the warlock who saved my life" Alec said with a flushed face. God he was feeling like a teenager who was having his first crush. Garrett's face hardened "What about him?"
Alec shrugged "I don't know Garrett and that's it! I really don't know what I'm feeling right now. It's all so confusing. Everything was going fine until Magnus showed up and now.."
"Now what Alec?"
Alec rubbed his forming headache "Nothing. Forget about it" Garrett sighed in relief "Look Alec. You've gone through a lot this week. Don't stress yourself okay. Everything will be fine"
Alec nodded feeling far from fine "Can I sleep here. I don't want to be alone right now" Garrett scooted and made room for Alec "Go to sleep. I'll watch over you" It didn't take long for Alec to fall asleep. The older man's eyes fell on Alec's hand where he was touching his parabatai rune. He cursed inwardly thinking about 'Filangee Al Curso' spell. It was because of that now broken spell Alec was able to meet his real family. The main problem was that the spell can be used only once on a person and now Alec was at huge risk of gaining his memory back.
Garrett looked at Alec who was sleeping peacefully and whispered "I'm sorry Alec but you need to be stopped. I've to talk to..."
NEXT DAY
Magnus gulped down another glass of wine while watching young couple dance on the floor of his pandemonium bar. The warlock was currently waiting for his client when his mind wandered off thinking about the love of his life.
A huge part of Magnus was happy that Alec hadn't forgotten them on purpose. This was forced on him. Someone out there was using Alec to hurt him or his family. Magnus clutched the glass tightly, anger showing in the form of bulging veins on his foreheed. Who was this mystery person? Was it someone from his past or an enemy who wanted revenge on Alec's parents. Was it the clave?
Magnus took another sip when his eyes fell on the main door. He straightened himself and blinked twice to be sure what he was seeing. There on the entrance of the bar stood none other than Alec with Ethan standing too close to his liking. Magnus stared as the Broadway guy pulled Alec by his arm and they seated on a couch at the corner of the bar. A pang of jealousy rushed into his body but Magnus couldn't do anything. He knew Alec would freak out again if he tried to force him to remember their relationship
Half an hour passed in which Magnus met with his client even though his eyes and heart were fixed on Alec. He saw the Broadway guy drink one glass after another and how Alec was trying to stop him "That's enough Ethan. This is your eighth glass"
Ethan smiled wrapping an arm around Alec's shoulder and pulled him close. Alec scrunched his face when the alcohol hit his nostrils "Ethan I think we should go"
Ethan shook his head and hicupped "We just got here babe. We're having sooooo much fun" Alec unwrapped his arm "You mean you're having fun"
Ethan grinned as he tried to kiss Alec but the younger one pushed him at his chest "I'm not kissing you when you're so wasted" he got up from the couch "I'm leaving. Call me when you're sober"
Ethan's eyes darkened and he got up from the couch, swaying a bit. He caught hold of Alec's arm and raised his voice "You are not leaving me. We came here to enjoy so let's enjoy" Alec wrenched his hand back "Are you crazy? Ethan look at yourself! You can't even stand on your two feet"
"So what! Don't forget our deal. You are my fiance. Your mother has promised you in return of the debt she owes me. You're mine shadowhunter" Ethan again came closer. Before Alec could take any further action a blue flame flew pass him and hit straight at Ethan's chest who fell back on the couch and lost consciousness
Alec turned around to see Magnus walking towards him. He tensed for a moment but a small smile appeared on his face "You didn't have to do that"
Magnus was glad atleast Alec didn't freak out on him "I know you can take care of yourself Alexander. I just..couldn't see him touching you and clearly you were also getting annoyed by this guy"
Alec smiled softly "I don't know why...but I trust you" Magnus's heart skipped a beat on hearing familiar words "Care to share a drink?" Alec looked hesitant for a moment before giving a nod. He just couldn't say no to the man "No hard drinks"
Magnus smiled and made way for Alec "Lead the way Alexander" Just when Alec crossed him Magnus clicked his fingers and the young shadowhunter dropped like a stone. He caught Alec in his arms before he could fall "I am so sorry Alexander. I can't let this opportunity go" Magnus quickly opened a portal and walked in with Alec in his arms.
MAGNUS'S LOFT
Magnus gently laid Alec on the bed and ran a hand on his hair "I miss you so much Alexander. I finally got you after six months yet you seem so far. You have no idea what I've gone through..every second without you felt like a year to me. Please come back Alexander... come back to your Magnus"
Magnus blinked his tearful eyes away and got up from the bed. He had to do this quickly before Alec's fake family comes to know about his absence. He ran towards his shelf and pulled out the needed items for the spell. He then send a message to Jace asking him to come immediately at his loft
Magnus turned the pages to locate how to perform an 'Elbatro' spell on a person. He narrowed his eyes in concentration and studied the pattern of the spell. A knock to the front door and Magnus waved his hand. The door opened to reveal Jace and Izzy who came running in the loft "Where is he?" asked Jace searching for his brother
"I was able to put him to sleep but don't think it's going to hold on longer. We must hurry" Magnus said pulling out two more jars from the cupboard. Izzy ran to him "How can I help"
"Bring me that orange colour powder from that shelf" Magnus pointed towards his left "Jace when I do the spell, I want you to connect Alec through your bond and keep him calm. He might wake up but don't let him get away before I finish this spell"
Jace nodded "Got it!" he ran to Alec and held his hand in his "We are going to get you back Alec. I promise" Izzy placed the items on the table and Magnus was ready with the book in his hand "Ready"
Magnus started chanting in different language, waving his hand over Alec's body. The items that he collected formed into a light purple smoke that slowly surrounded Alec's body and he jerked on the bed. Izzy tensed and Jace tightened his hold on Alec's hand. The chanting grew louder and Alec's face pinched in pain. He gasped as his body lurched upwards
Magnus didn't stop and kept going with his spell. He was almost done when the door opened with a loud bang "What the hell are you doing?" a voice roared and Jace turned to see Garrett stand with a blade in his hand
Garrett made a mad dash towards Magnus and gave him a hard push before Izzy or Jace could stop him "Get away from my brother!" The spell was interrupted so the purple smoke disappeared and Alec's body relaxed on the bed
Magnus felt like a volcano erupt inside him. He lifted his glamour showing his yellow cat like eyes that was filled with rage. He fisted his hands until the nails dug in his palms "How dare you interrupt me! I'm the High Warlock of Brooklyn. I could kill you with the flick of my fingers" he raised his hand, forming dark red bubble, ready to execute the man
"You don't scare me warlock! Do your best but I'm taking my brother out of here" Garrett raised his blade. Izzy pulled her whip out and Jace stood beside her with his own blade "Alec is not going anywhere with you"
"What's going on in here?" Alec's voice reached Magnus's ears as he turned around to see him wide awake on the bed.