Let's try something new

Magnus got to the cinema at exactly 6pm. He saw Alec waiting at the entrance from afar and took his appearance in. He was wearing black jeans again, but a pure white sweater and black dressing shoes, his coat was open at the front. He looked utterly adorable. And hot. Magnus glanced at his own attire for a moment. He had gone with black skinny jeans too, but the button down he was wearing was dark green and his hair had green glitter in it as well. He had his leather jacket on and the chains hanging from his jeans were in place. But he had painted his nails dark blue. He had done his best not to be too outstanding with his attire, judging by Alec's look on his face when he approached, he had succeeded.

"Hi. You look nice." Alec said sweetly to him. Magnus had a strange feeling in his stomach. He realized it was like butterflies flying around. This had never happened to him. So that's what those movies are talking about, he thought to himself. But he smiled broadly and said "Thank you. I mean, I just threw something on. You on the other hand, look very, very good indeed." he gesture to Alec, licking his lips slightly. Alec cocked his head to one side and smirked "Yeah, thanks. I haven't worn this sweater for like 2 years, completely forgot I had it."

Magnus laughed and said "Well I'm honored you fished it out for our date. It suits you." Was that a small blush on Alec's cheeks? Magnus hoped so. He gestured towards the entrance and Alec nodded. They walked in and got two tickets to whatever was playing - in that particular moment it was La La Land. Crap, this is a romantic movie, Magnus thought. Oh well, this doesn't have to be that kind kind of a date. They got in and the theater darkened. They ate the shared popcorn they had and were making whispering comments about the movie, trying not to laugh and getting angry looks from other visitors. Magnus glanced at Alec's hand that was on the armrest between them. He felt the urge to take it, but he resisted. Not that kind of date, Magnus reminded to himself. However, his internal fight was cut short, because suddenly he felt warmth on his arm and glancing down he saw Alec's hand on his.

Alec wasn't looking at him, but he was smirking. Magnus smirked as well and squeezed his hand slightly. When the movie was over, they got up and left the theater laughing and still holding hands. Once outside Alec looked down on their intertwined hands and asked "So, where to now? How about dinner?" Magnus smiled and replied "Yeah, let's do that. I know a great place. In a mood for pizza?" Alec laughed and said "Always in the mood for pizza." Magnus wanted to make him laugh all the time. It was the most beautiful sound he had ever heard.

They walked hand in hand and once they reached the pizza place, Alec opened the door for him. "Such a gentleman" Magnus observed, smiling. Alec laughed and replied "Well, I wouldn't want Catarina to come after me for not treating you right." Magnus shook his head in laughter and they sat down. They ordered and then Magnus started "So...Why did you become a tattoo artist?" Alec thought for a moment and then he said "I studied arts at school, I finished a year ago." So he must be about my age, Magnus thought. "And I don't know, I mean I had gone to the same parlour myself as well, I loved it. They are real pros. So after my third tattoo, I asked if they needed some help. They took me in, treated me really good and soon Derek set me up with my own chair and customers. It gives me some kind of calm, inking people, seeing how they are happy with what they get, the trust they put in me for leaving a permanent mark on their bodies."

Magnus gaped at him. Then he said "You have three tattoos?" Alec scoffed and said "I have five." Magnus' eyes widened. He really wanted to see them all. "May I ask what they are?" Alec smiled mischievously and replied "You may, but I won't tell. Maybe you'll see them for yourself some time..." Magnus almost gasped "Alexander, are you suggesting something?" Alec shrugged his shoulders innocently and then said "But I can say which one I got as my first. I have a pic of it on instagram." He took out his phone and scrolled a bit. Then he showed the screen to Magnus. It was a black rune thing on his neck. Magnus looked up and saw a tiny bit of it peeking out of Alec's collar. Alec smiled "It's a deflective rune. Supposed to ward off blows coming in your direction."

Magnus loved it. He asked "Any reason as to why that particular tattoo?" Alec shrugged his shoulders. He was quiet for some seconds and Magnus said gently "You don't have to tell me, forget I asked." Alec shook his head and said "It's fine. It's just I don't talk about it a lot. I have...had really strict parents. They didn't really approve of me coming out. They didn't hurt me physically or anything, but mentally they put me down every day. I still love them though..." Alec sighed. He continued "But when I moved out and they didn't approve, I thought I needed something to protect me from their negative words and energy. Of anyone's negative energy, for that matter. So that's why I chose this rune." Magnus nodded. So Alec had a tough childhood. He wondered when he had come out. "Any siblings?" Magnus asked.

Alec smiled at this fondly and said "Isabelle, a year younger than me and my smaller brother Max, he's 10. And I also have an adoptive brother Jace." Magnus saw how his eyes sparkled as he spoke of his siblings. "You must really love them." he marked. Alec gave him a wary look but said "Of course. I mean, I was scared to come out for a long time, I've known since I was 12 but I only came out a few years ago. But Isabelle always knew, I think. Even before I admitted it to myself. She was always there for me. Jace was surprised but accepted me immediately the way I am. Max doesn't really understand the concept but to him I'm still the same old Alec." Magnus nodded.

"What about you? What's your family like?" Alec asked. Magnus cringed slightly and said "Well, you've met Catarina." "Oh, I thought she was just a friend." Alec anwsered. Magnus laughed and said "Yes, she is. Although she's my adoptive sister, firstly she is my best friend. I have never had a proper family. My mom died when I was young and I never met my real father. My step dad was an alcoholic so I ended up in a lot of foster homes." Alec's eyes widened at this and he started "Magnus, that's..." but Magnus raised his hand. "Don't. I mean, I don't like talking about it and it's in the past. Besides, when I was 15, Cat's parents took me in. They always wanted a son and they saved me from a much more darker fate. Families mostly don't take in kids at their teenage years. Cat and I were best friends before it happened, we went to the same school. I told her I was bi and she accepted me right away. She was the first to know."

Alec nodded, listening intently. He was resting his chin on his hand and his deep blue eyes were shining in the light. One lock of hair fell on his face and instinctively Magnus reached out and brushed it off his eyes. Alec smiled at him and when Magnus started to take his hand back, he grabbed it and kissed it. "Alexander..." Magnus wanted to say that this was not he was used to, that romance was never part of the plan, but his heart didn't let him. Alec just smiled at him, holding his hand. He asked "Do you want to go home?" Magnus asked "Without you?" and immediately slapped himself mentally for that stupid question.

Alec gave a small laugh and said "I think...I think we should go our seperate ways, yes, for now..." Magnus felt a pang in his chest but said "Right. Well, it is getting late." Alec stared at him and said "Magnus, listen. I didn't mean I wouldn't want to. But I feel like if I come to your place, or you to mine, I won't be able to stop myself. And I feel like this isn't just another fling for me. If you feel any different, tell me. And we can go, right now." His voice dropped at the end. Magnus gaped at him. Alexander was indeed like him. It was evident he had his fair share of stupid meaningless flings. But that's not what he was saying now.

"I-I don't normally do this." Magnus gestured vaguely around the place. Alec's eyes laughed along with his mouth. It was beautiful. "Me neither. But I think...I might want to do it with you. Among other things." he winked. Magnus almost died. "Well, I guess it's worth a shot, after all, you are too charming to let you go just like that." Magnus smirked. Alec smiled and stood, giving him his hand. Magnus took it and called a cab outside the pizza parlour. "It should be here in 3 minutes." Magnus said, looking at the screen. Alec smiled and turned himself towards Magnus, saying with thought "Hmmm, what could we possibly do with 3 minutes..." Magnus smirked and gestured widely with his hands, indicating for Alec to do something about it. Alec did. With one step he closed the distance between them, pushing Magnus against the buildings wall.

When their lips crashed it was like fireworks. Magnus felt the hotness against his lips and licked at Alec's bottom lip, making him moan slightly into the kiss. Magnus smirked and let his tongue dart into Alec's mouth. He tasted divine. Alec's hands went up and down Magnus' torso, ripping the button down out of his jeans, letting him roam under it and touch him. Magnus gasped at the cold fingers sliding over his abdomen. Alec growled a little, feeling the faint abs beneath the shirt. He said into the kiss "Mmm, your body feels like its worth exploring..." Magnus almost jumped him then and there.

Suddenly Magnus' phone beeped, indicating the taxi was here. When he ripped himself way from Alec, biting his lip before retreating, he saw that the taxi was indeed there. He's and Alec's breath mingled in the cold air when they panted to catch a breath. Alec's eyes were dark and Magnus felt his lips being swollen. He swallowed and said quietly "I really don't want to go." Alec smiled and rested his forehead against Magnus' for a few seconds saying "I don't want you to go either. But you have to, before I take off your clothes in the middle of the street." Magnus felt something stir in him and below his waist. He could scream in frustration. But he stepped away from Alec. And then stepped back in, kissing his jawline, like he had back at the bar. He heard Alec growl and he smirked. He stepped back and waved, saying "Until next time, Alexander."

He walked away, feeling a pair of eyes on him. Opening the cab door he looked back, but Alec was already walking away. Magnus got in and sent two texts:

Glitter boy: cat, I will be there in 10. TAKE OUT THE WINE.

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Magnus Bane: Sweet and sexy dreams, dear Alexander, hope you dream of me ;).

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Magnus put his phone away and gave the driver Catarina's address. He heard his phone ping just as the driver pulled up to her house. Getting out Magnus checked the phone and smiled, the text was from Alec.

Tall, dark and handsome: I think I need a cold shower first. What are you doing to me?

Magnus smiled widely and strode into the building, buzzing Catarina's apartment.