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Who: Magnus Bane & Alec Lightwood
What: Magnus and Alec need to talk
When: Backdated: Saturday, September 28th. Evening
Where: The Lightwood Apartment
Rating: Family Friendly
Status: Complete

Ever since the night Alec had come over, intending to lose his virginity and wound up agreeing to quit his job instead, things had been a little strained between Magnus and Alec. Sure they were still talking and texting, but Alec had been spending the majority of his time at home, in his room and when they talked he tended to give Magnus pretty short answers. Magnus knew that Alec was upset about quitting his job, but he wished that he could do something to help him. After all, he felt responsible for Alec quitting. If he hadn’t become jealous of the other men at the club then this wouldn’t have been a problem at all. However, the thought of other men touching Alec did make him jealous and he wasn’t going to hide it.

Magnus had been thinking about just going over to see Alec for a few days now, but he didn’t want to get there and find out Isabelle and Jace were out and Alec not answering the door. However, tonight, he knew that Izzy was home and besides, he had to tell Alec about his most recent dreams. He thought that Alec would find it interesting. Heading over to the apartment Alec shared with his sister and cousin, Magnus headed straight for Alec’s room after being let in and knocked at the bedroom door, “Still alive in there?”

Alec had filled out quite a few applications and all that he had left to do was return them to the appropriate places. He didn’t like the idea of have to work some low-paying shit job, but there was really nothing else that he could do. He was still upset that he quit his job, but he did understand Magnus’ side. However, the job was fun and it paid pretty well; not to mention it kept him active during his shift.

He had been distant from Magnus since the whole thing. It didn’t seem fair that he had to give up his job, while Magnus was still able to keep his job in which people got to see him in as little as his underwear. Sure, people weren’t touching Magnus; but most of the world knew what Magnus’ body look liked underneath his clothes. However, he just decided that it was best to try and let it go.

Given the late hour, Alec was in his room and reading a book before bed. Hearing a knock at his door made him look up and, then, hearing Magnus’ voice made him hold his breath. He let it out and put his book onto the nightstand, and let out the breath he’d been holding. He thought about putting on a shirt but Magnus had already seen him in less so he approached the door and slowly opened it. “Hey...why didn’t you give me a heads up that you were coming?” he asked, opening the door so that his boyfriend could enter his room.

Magnus stepped into the room, yellow cat eyes taking in Alec’s appearance once he was inside, “So that you couldn’t tell me that you were tired or not to come over. We need to talk, Alexander.” He knew how that sounded, but what other way was he to start this conversation, “Do you resent me for asking you to quit your job?” Magnus wasn’t one to beat around the bush, so he just came right out and said it. He wouldn’t be the least bit surprised if Alec said yes.

If Magnus showing up hadn't been a surprise, the words that came from his mouth certainly were. "You didn't ask me to quit my job..." He said softly, wrapping his arms around his stomach. "I'm just...upset that I had to give up a job I really liked....I was good at what I did, and now the only jobs available to me are shit jobs." He sighed and took a seat on his bed.

Sighing, Magnus moved to sit down next to Alec, “You were good at it. I liked watching you, but I didn’t like watching other men touching you.” He had wished that it didn’t bother him, so that Alec could keep doing a job that he liked, but Magnus just couldn’t get past his jealousy whenever he watched. “You don’t have to do shit jobs forever. Have you thought about going to school?”

"School won't pay my bills, Magnus." Not to mention that there wasn't anything that he felt passionate about. "I'll just deal with whatever happens," he said softly. He would just take life as it came.

“Alexander, you know I’ll help you anyway I can,” He suspected that Alec would be too stubborn to actually accept help from Magnus, but he was going to offer anyway, “What was it that you liked about your job? The dancing or working in a club? If it was the club then you could always get your bartending license.”

Alec wasn’t sure that Magnus would understand his reasons. However, he gave a sigh and looked at his boyfriend. “I liked how it made me feel, Magnus. Before I moved here, I was always unnoticed and I couldn’t really do anything that pertained to my sexuality...so, being able to just dance in front of men, and being the center of attention for a change just felt...exhilarating. I never thought I’d like that kind of job but it’s helped make me more secure in myself.” He shook his head and got up, before he walked to his closet, in the intent of finding a shirt. “It doesn’t matter, anymore…”

Magnus could completely understand where Alec was coming from, because in a way modeling had helped him in the same way. "Believe it or not, but I do understand. And I wish I didn't get so jealous, but I can't help it." As he spoke, he got up and followed Alec, not wanting him to shut down on him.

Alec ended up grabbing himself a black tank top and he put it on. At least, he was somewhat more clothed, right? “It’s fine, Magnus. Not like I wouldn’t feel the same way…” he said before sitting in the chair at his desk and spinning so that he was facing Magnus’ direction. “So...now what? I mean, there’s not much more on the matter to discuss, is there? I gave up the job and there’s no point in discussing how it made you feel given that it’s not exactly an issue anymore.” His voice was low and his eyes were filled with uncertainty. “I’m just going to find a new job...so you don’t get jealous.”

Magnus wished that Alec hadn’t put on the shirt, but he understood that this whole thing was making Alec uncomfortable and that was just one of his boyfriend’s tactics when trying to deal with things that made him uncomfortable and that was to try and make himself more comfortable. He also knew that they were going to get nowhere tonight if he continued talking about Alec’s job situation, “I’ll help you.” He moved towards the brunette, leaning down so that they were at eye level and he cupped Alec’s jaw, “You’re not alone in this.” If Magnus had it his way, Alec wouldn’t be alone anymore. Sure, he had his sister and cousin, but as far as Magnus was concerned he was quite different from them.

Alec hated how Magnus could make him feel better with just a slight touch. He’d been frustrated and now that there had been some discussion, Magnus gentleness made him a bit more calm. He gave a sigh and leaned into the man’s touch. “I’ll figure it out, Magnus...it’s up to me to find a suitable job…” He wasn’t exactly turning Magnus’ help down but it just felt like something he should be responsible for. After all, he had come to California to be more self-sufficient.

Magnus nodded, relieved that Alec seemed a little more agreeable than a few moments earlier, “Just remember that you can come to me for anything.” His thumb stroked Alec’s cheek before he leaned in and pressed a kiss to the younger boy’s forehead then gave him a quick kiss on the lips, “Any objections to me staying here tonight?” He’d go home if Alec preferred, but he really wanted to just sleep next to Alec tonight.

Alec was quick to shake his head. He wanted to share a night with his boyfriend, again. The strain all this put on their relationship had made him miss being so close to Magnus. That was mostly his own fault but he had needed to think things through; otherwise, he’d end up snapping at Magnus and that wouldn’t have been good, either. Slowly, he closed the space between them and held onto Magnus, starting to feel relieved. “I was getting ready for bed...when you arrived…shall we?” he asked, slowly pulling away so that he could go back to his bed.

Again, Magnus was relieved with Alec’s response and he nodded. As Alec pulled away, Magnus quickly stripped down to his black boxer briefs and followed Alec to the bed. He was glad that he’d come over tonight and in the morning would have to tell Alec about meeting Clary at her art class and the dream about the party where he’d met them all. “Good night, Alexander.” He draped an arm around his boyfriend as he got settled in Alec’s bed.

Alec made sure to shut his lamp off before he got comfortable next to Magnus. “Good night, Magnus,” he replied, softly. His own hand found his boyfriend’s and lightly held onto it. He could already tell that he’d be getting much better rest tonight than he had in the last few days. Not long after, Alec was peacefully asleep next to Magnus.