Alexander Lightwood:

Efflorescence; noun:

The state of flowering.
The time in which one becomes, one grows, one thrives.
Or the moment in which one learns, changes, lives.
The state of realizing beauty, finding pride in tactless places.
The time in which one believes in oneself, one's love, one's future.
Or when one finds clarity, opens up to the world, and in a clear, confident voice, states "I'm here."

Magnus Bane:

Efflorescence; noun:

The state of flowering.
The time in which one finds passion in, and of.
Or, the time when one begins to love, to be alive, to be unafraid and unapologetic.
The moment when one prospers, excels, dreams, and grows without bounds.
The time in which one does not shy away from the unknown, instead, reaches out, opens arms, opens heart, and with a triumphant grin, replies "I know."

In which Magnus and Alec must find the beauty within the world around them when all they can see is darkness.

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A/N: It's finally here! The long-awaited sequel to "Bloom", my Malec fic from a little while ago. I'm so excited to write this story, and I cannot wait to enjoy this ride with all of you! Thank you for all of the support you've given me, and the amazing comments I've received from all of you. I cannot thank you enough for all the love.

Much love,
Sierra