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User ALwood logged in to the game
The boost of excitement Magnus experienced when he saw the new player …. Was expected. It’s already half a year what Magnus met ALwood in this game, and it was a ride since then! He didn’t expect such chemistry between them. To be fair, it’s not easy to click and flirt with someone while playing an online action game. But with him, it was instant. His sense of humour, dry as desert and dark as midnight, instantly caught his attention.
ALwood to DarkBane “Hello Dark, how are you today?”
DarkBane to ALwood “Now that you are here, I am much better, thank you very much. How about yourself?”
ALwood to DarkBane “Yeah, I am good, better now. Do you wanna …. Call? It’s easier.”
Once again, the excitement filled Magnus’ body. When he heard Alec’s voice for the first time, he felt electricity like feeling in his spine. Without any doubts, Magnus knew that this voice would hunt him. And he was right. It wasn’t just during his game sessions but also his daily life activities like grocery shopping, walking down the street, etc.… Few times, he even heard Alec’s voice in situations he definitely shouldn’t. In that case, he usually ended up doing impropriate things. He just couldn’t help it. Magnus has never met the other man, but his voice was something that sent shivers thru his spine whenever he wants it or not. There was one more thing. When Magnus learned Alec’s name, he knew that he was in big trouble. Such a gracious name simply cannot belong to an ordinary person. Which, he was sure, Alexander is anything but ordinary.
Magnus accepted the call.
“Hello Alexander”
He knew what this greeting did to him, as well as what it did to Alec.
“Magnus, nice to hear you again.” Replied Alec.
“Oh, you haven’t heard much of me yet, Alexander. I am just starting,” said Magnus with a smirk. Hearing Alec laughing.
“Hmm, I see you are in one of your moods today.”
“Moods? What do you mean, Alexander?” wondered Magnus.
“Well, sometimes, you are all chatty or just extremely focused on the game. Sometimes, like today, you are very flirty.” Explained Alec.
Magnus took a second to think about an appropriate answer. “Well, yes, today is a special day, Alexander, it’s our half a year anniversary! After all this time, all my flirting, I still didn’t manage to get a picture of you. I am determined to get it today!”
“Oh really? Are you sure you can get it? What if you won’t like how I look? I could be some ugly old guy with pimples and overweight.” Chuckled Alec.
“I don’t think so, Alexander. Even overweight and with pimples everywhere, I wouldn’t mind. Your voice is working the magic here.” Proudly answered Magnus. He was sure that Alec simply couldn’t look like that, and even if he would, he doesn’t mind. Magnus likes to think he is not the “visual” type of guy, more like the “soul” type of a person.
There was a minute or so of silence on the other side of the line.
“You really mean it, Magnus? I mean … I am … oh damn … Okay, what I want to say is that I don’t trust easily, but for some reason, I trust you. So ….. if you want, we can switch on our cameras …. Maybe?” It sounded like Alec was nervous. From what he gathered after half a year of playing together, Alec was tall. Like ridiculously tall with dark hair and green-brownish eyes and incredibly shy! So, he had this general idea. He also knew that Alec has siblings. He overheard them from time to time.
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The first one Magnus heard was Jace. When Alec mentioned Jace at the beginning, Magnus was a bit jealous. The love the younger man felt towards his brother was incredibly strong. Magnus, the only child, never experienced something even remotely like this. But he likes to think that the relationships he has with Ragnor, Catarina and Raphael are something very close to it. Magnus had a general idea of what Jace looked like. Blond, shorter than Alec and with confidence as high as the top of the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. Especially in comparison to Alec’s self-confidence. Which was a shame, Magnus thought. No one should doubt themselves just because society decided on what is and what is not appropriate to look like doesn’t mean that it should be standard for all living creatures.
When Magnus asked Alec to describe himself, he got a concise and not so descriptive answer. “Dark hair, tall and brownish eyes. Not much to talk about. What about you? How do you look like?”
Of course, Magnus didn’t have a problem answering this question. He even expected it. In his flamboyant style, he replied, “I am tall for Asian, black hair, dark brown eyes with kohl eyeliner and muscles on all the right places, Alexander. My fashion style is something to kill for if I say so myself.” Purred Magnus. He wasn’t shy to tell people how wonderful he looks like. After all, one of his jobs was photo modelling. His face could be seen everywhere lately. Not just on the front pages of magazines and some cosmetics products, but also billboards around the USA. He didn’t say Alec his name or what his job is. Sometimes, it’s nice to have a bit of anonymity.
The older Lightwood shared with him his occupation. Alec was in his last year of studies for a Master degree in Education. He was currently thinking if a PhD is worth it or not. His majors were English and history. While gaming, Alec shared with Magnus some interesting facts from each of his subjects, mostly history. In that half a year, they both learned quite a lot from each other. But mostly just Magnus.
The other sibling Magnus heard of was Izzy, or how Magnus likes to call her Isabelle. She sometimes joined them in-game, but not very often. It was interesting to hear and see the siblings’ dynamics. They were in sync. They understood each other perfectly. What he also liked about Isabelle that she liked to tease Alec during the game when she wanted him to lose his concentration. That was de facto the way he learned that Alexander prefers male companions rather than ladies. This piece of information pleasantly surprised him, not that it would mean anything, but …. Who knows. Strange things can happen. Luckily for Alec, Isabelle was very subtle. Magnus knows what to look for.
And last but not least, Magnus learned about the lovely Max. He was still very young, school-age, and he sometimes liked to watch when Alec played. During that times, Alexander didn’t use a headset so Max could listen to their conversation too. He hasn’t met Max, but Magnus simply adored that bright young man who looked up to his older brother. He could hear it every time during their gaming sessions. Thanks to Max, Magnus had a better idea how all the Lightwood siblings looked like. Luckily, he wasn’t shy to elaborate when Magnus asked. It was funny how Alec tried to stop the young man from saying too much.
Magnus also learned that the older siblings live together, and Max visits them every second Saturday for pizza and board games night. And that’s how Magnus discovered that they live in the same city, even in the same area around the Brooklyn bridge. It’s possible that they even met, just haven’t realised it yet. He wasn’t entirely against this idea. In fact, Magnus would love to meet them in person. After all, Alec was his favourite person to play with. How often does it happens that you meet someone who loves the same game and lives near you with such an enchanting voice.
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“My dear Alexander, I am delighted that you want to honour our anniversary in such a way, but …. You know that you don’t need to, right? I was just teasing you. Please, don’t feel like you have to do anything. You know that I would never pressure you into something like this.”
“No, that’s okay. I think I am ready. I … I want to see you too, Magnus.” Said Alec with a shy tone in his voice. “It …. I like your voice too, and I would like to pair it with a face as well.” Finished the younger man on the other side of the line. “I just need a minute before we do it. I…. Don’t have a shirt on.”
“Oh please, Alexander, you don’t need to dress up for me. Feel free NOT to wear a shirt. It’s very much appreciated!” Magnus wasn’t kidding. It was summer after all, and he himself wasn’t wearing much. Still, a quick check in the mirror was a must! Luckily, he had an easy day, his make-up in place as well as his hair. He dressed to impress, always. He wouldn’t admit it to anyone, but Magnus was a bit nervous. Meeting Alexander was his goal for some time already, and now it’s actually happening.
ALWood is requesting a video …
……. Connecting …….
……………….....……………..video connected ………………..........…
What Magnus saw on his screen caught his breath away. Whatever he was expecting, it wasn’t this. To be frank, he didn’t expect much …..but now he felt like he won a jackpot. The beauty he saw on the other side was too much to look on. Dark hair, smooth complexion but sharp jaw and cheekbones. Hair dishevelled like he just runs his hand thru his locks. Pale skin with rosy cheeks with a little bit of stubble. Prominent nose, with bushy eyebrows where one of them had a tiny scar over it. But the most catching feature was his eyes, big and round. Because of the camera, he couldn’t see that many details as he would like, but his eyes captured his attention as well as his lips. Overall, Alexander looked like the old Greek gods made him. And it was a bit difficult for Magnus to speak. He was used to seeing beautiful people, but this was a bit different case. In half a year, they learned more about each other and their personalities. They didn’t know how the other looked like, and it was somehow freeing. With this image in front of him, Magnus was confident that the angellike voice belongs to unique beauty.
On the other side of the line, Alec was also quiet. Drinking in the image of Magnus. It was funny. The other day, Alec bought a magazine for Izzy with a front-page picture of some guy. While commuting in the metro, he was curious about what’s new in the world. It was his usual routine, buying fashion magazines for his sister, and on the way home, reading them. This time, there was a beautiful Asian man with make-up on his handsome face, right on the front page of this edition. As was his habit, Alec started to read the magazine. There was an article with an Asian man on the front page, and he was so caught in it that he almost missed his stop. Apparently, this man Magnus was a very famous model and aspiring actor. He also shared his passion for playing online games. The way the article was written reminded him of his Magnus …. Not his exactly, just the Magnus; he played online games very often. Overall, the whole piece was good, and Magnus from the magazine sounds like a nice guy. With his looks, Alec was sure he got many dating opportunities with ladies, and how he also learned from the article, from the guys as well.
While Alec was thinking, connecting dots ….. Magnus was still speechless. It took him good 3 minutes to find his footing. “Well, Alexander, I am disappointed. You, indeed, put the shirt on. And I must confess, I didn’t believe Max much when he described you. I have to apologise to him next time he plays with us.” Finished Magnus with a smooth smirk on his lips.
Alec was in shock. First of all, he played for half a year his favourite game with such a beautiful guy. Second of all, the gorgeous guy is an actor and model he had on his mind lately, because let’s be honest here, Magnus was stupidly handsome, and Alec was a simple man. He saw such face and body, and certain parts of his own body suddenly became alive. He couldn’t help it. Also, it was a long time he was with someone in any way. He is not a teenager anymore, but his body, apparently, still is.
And last but not least, the oldest Lightwood genuinely enjoyed their conversations over the game. At this moment Alec knew, he was in trouble. He finally found his voice.
“I know you! I mean, I saw you in one of the magazines I bout for Izzy lately! Man, she won’t believe it when I tell her! Wow, I can’t believe it. I am playing an online game with that beautiful guy from a fashion magazine!” The moment Alec finished the sentence, he realised what he said. His face was instantly red, and Magnus was amazed by his words, beauty and bluntness.
“So ….. You think I am beautiful, Alexander? Hmmmm?” Magnus smiled a simple smile.
“I … yeah …. I mean, have you seen yourself in a mirror?“ Replied Alec, face still red, feeling embarrassed.
“Yes, of course, I have, but look at you, my dear, you are beautiful yourself. I like what I see. And you still have the t-shirt on. Such shame.” Pouted Magnus.
If it were humanly possible, Alec would be blushing even more. Someone like Magnus freaking Bane is calling him beautiful? Him? He must be joking. He is just an ordinary guy from Brooklyn.
“I am not beautiful. You are. End of discussion.” Said Alec in a frail voice.
Magnus chuckled. “Okay, if you say so. But I still think you are beautiful. And you won’t change my mind. Btw, I am still waiting for you to take off your shirt. It’s so hot after all. I might even take off mine.” Magnus slowly started to unbutton his shirt to encourage the other man to do the same.
On the other side of the line, Alec.exe has stopped working.
While Magnus was lowly taking off his shirt, Alec was violently salivating, and someone entered Alec’s room without knocking.
“Hey, Alec, I am just letting you know that I am taking the magazines that you bought me. Thank you. Oh, what are you watching? … Wait, is that porn? Wait a moment … That’s Magnus Bane! I love him! He is awesome. His latest photoshoot is mesmerising. And the ad he is at is simply beautiful. I didn’t know that he was also part of the adult movie industry. Well, he definitely has the body and face for it. I bet even his dick is big.” Finished Isabelle. Wondering why Alec is watching porn during the afternoon without a locked door.
“Oh, Isabelle, nice to finally see you. How are you, dear? You haven’t joined us in a game for such a long time. I have missed you!” A well know voice said via speakers of the computer.
Isabelle stopped. Shock apparent on her face. “What’s happening?”
Alec finally found his voice. “This Isabelle is DarkBane from the online game, and he is Magnus Bane. And no, I am not watching porn. That was inappropriate. Apologise to Magnus.”
“Pardon? Are you serious?”
After a nod from Alec, Izzy turned to the screen and camera.
“Magnus, nice to meet you! I am your big fan. Your fashion sense is amazing; I totally love it. And I am so sorry for what I said about you. I am so so sorry.” Said Isabelle apologetically.
“No harm done, dear. I am not in the adult film industry, but I can assure you I am a decent size man, thank you.” Smiled the man on the screen.
Both Lightwood siblings, still blushing, looked at each other and started to laugh. It was an embarrassing situation, but yeah, at least it was funny.
“Okay, boys, I will leave you to, whatever you are going here. Alec, don’t do anything I wouldn’t do. Magnus, a pleasure to meet you. And I absolutely want to talk to you later, if you don’t mind.” Winked Isabelle and was on her way out of the room when she heard Alec’s grumpy answer, “yeah, sure, bye.” And Magnus’ “Sure thing, my dear, have a beautiful day!”
“So, Alexander, the shirt?” Continued Magnus like nothing happened.
And Alec complied. He is a simple man, after all.
Magnus was overjoyed. He wasn’t sure how much he could concentrate on the game now when he could see Alexander’s beautiful face as well as part of his chest with a decent amount of hair. Alec was determined to at least pretend he is paying attention to the game. The view now was even better after all.
On the other side of the screen, Alec was still blushing, but judging by the looks he got from Magnus, the older man wasn’t lying when he said he likes what he sees. Alec suspects he will lose big time in this game, thanks to the other man who was smiling at him from the other side of the line. But it doesn’t matter. He was glad he decided to turn on his camera. All the anxiety was worth it.
“Okay, Magnus, focus, we have a game to play, wars to win.”
“Hmmm, I like this commanding side of yours, Alexander.” Purred Magnus. “Let’s do this!”
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They both lost at the end. But neither of them minded.