‘You are…everything,’ Alec confesses. It’s nowhere near the truth, though, because everything implies there is a limit to what he feels for Magnus, and Alec knows he’s merely scratched the surface of who Magnus will become to him.
Alec Lightwood in These Beautiful Love Games by otppurefuckingmagic
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Despite Magnus’ complaints about not being able to cook often, one of Alec’s favorite things was that they did manage to have regular, proper meals together. Irregular hours, of course, between Shadowhunter business and Magnus’ clients, and it was often takeout, but they had regular meals, nonetheless. Quiet times, just like this, the moon casting light through the windows, one of Magnus’ records playing softly, the smell of warm meats and breads and vegetables. When Alec had fallen in love with Magnus, he hadn’t realized he’d also be getting a home and a life to fall in love with too.
Alec Lightwood in Of Pot Roasts and Warlocks by maroukado
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Alec loves him. He’s going to love Magnus for as long as he’ll live. And wherever Alec ends up after that – he’s going to love Magnus from there, too.
Alec Lightwood in Reconstruction by bumblebeesknees
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Alec hears those voices every day. Not just in his head, but in the Institute, in places like Pandemonium. When Alec fails, it’s not a secret. It’s a publicized disgrace. And Alec can’t let it get to him, and so he doesn’t. If he let other people convince him that he’s not worth the space he takes up, that he’s not worth a second and third chance, then he wouldn’t be able to find his way back.
Alec Lightwood in Reconstruction by bumblebeesknees
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I’ve lived for centuries, Alexander. I didn’t believe it was worth it, all the pain, love and heartache that came along with the years, to try again. Until now. You’ve challenged me and surprised me. More importantly, you’ve seen me. And chosen to continue to do so. Thank you for that.
Magnus Bane in Sylph’s Shore by clockworkswan
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I think you need the darkness to appreciate the light; without experiencing the bad, how can we recognise the good?
Magnus Bane in Beneath Midnight Skies by ninwrites
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The pain was an open wound, something that would never heal, that would ache, never-ending . Alec was a star that would forever be tattooed on his heart. Infinite.
Magnus Bane in A Love Brighter Than the Universe by neonphoenix
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Alec always carried the world on his shoulders, and he didn’t give himself much room for anything else, but god, when he smiled, there was nothing else like it.
Magnus Bane in Home Sweet Home by blushingalec
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It’s always a joy to hear Alec speak, to weave tales between his broad hands like a cat’s cradle made of vowels, a privilege that he’s one of few who truly get to see this free and comfortable side of Alec. Many people believe that he’s introverted, and closed-off, but that isn’t entirely true – Alec simply doesn’t open himself up easily. If he trusts you, as he trusts Magnus, then he’ll let you into his heart, he’ll bear his soul forth and spin stories of precious silver and gold, and it’s nothing short of a gift.
Magnus Bane in The Only Treasure by ninwrites
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In some ways you’re too sensible for him, but it’s what he needs – someone who thinks about him when he won’t. He’s been burnt in the past, scorched to the bone, and he thinks it’s what he’s worth, but you and I both know that isn’t true.
Catarina Loss in The Only Treasure by ninwrites
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