When Alec got there, he saw Charles and Jia talking. It looked like Charles was giving his condolences to Jia, but he honestly didn't care. Alec tried to walk right past them, only to be held back by Charles. "Hey." Charles smiled. Alec frowns as he breaks away from his grip. "Hi." He looked around for a way out of this conversation.

Izzy and Jace were nowhere to be seen. He cursed mentally as he forced a smile. "I wanted to ask you something." Charles begins, looking around to see if anyone was listening. Alec narrowed his eyes. "What?" He said a little too harshly. Charles stepped back a bit.

"I was wondering if you would like to join me for dinner. Strictly business." Alec was getting restless. He didn't have time for this bullshit. "Ooh sorry. It seems like I'm quite busy that day." Alec muttered sarcastically, beginning to turn around. Charles grabbed his hands again. "But I didn't tell you a day?" Charles looked exasperated.

"Look. I know I didn't have the best first impression, but I do really like you, even if it's just as a friend. I know Magnus is special to you, but I wanted us to part as friends." Alec smiled painfully. "I need to ask Magnus."

"Oh, you can bring him as well. And it would be great seeing Mr. Bane again. He's quite a stunner. But not that I want to." Alec glared, making Charles uncomfortable. "He sure is. But he's mine. Now about the dinner. I think that we could have a nice time, as long as you bring a date as well."

Alec walked away, immediately regretting the decision. Magnus was not going to be on board with this. He was going to hate the idea and perhaps throw a tantrum. But he was going to have to tell him tonight. Alec walked into the training room.