"He has a special place in my life. Other people are important to me too." Looking over at Adam as he continued to play, he knew he'd eventually have to tell Adam about his old crush on Jace. But that conversation had to be outside the Institute. "Are you going to think you have to compete with them too?

"Izzy's right. It's my decision to make if Magnus is what's holding you back." The song slowed until his fingers stilled on the keys. Letting his shoulder brush against Adam's, he tried to find the right words. "Should I pine for the rest of my life for someone who I spent one night with - just talking - and I kissed?"