[OPEN] Halloween Haunt at The Apothecary

[appetitive]

who: Magnus Bane (appetitive) & anyone who'd like to come!
what: Halloween & Samhain party featuring transformative potions
when: October 31st at dusk through November 2nd at dawn
where: The Apothecary (formerly known as The Quarantine Bar)
warnings: please tag threads individually as needed!

The Apothecary's Halloween Haunt

For the entirety of October, The Apothecary bar has been and will continue to be decorated in deep shades of purple and orange, not to mention a whole lot of black and an array of convincingly grim yet decidedly elegant decorations. The real party doesn't start until the sun sets on Halloween night, stretching past the witching hours and through the following day in celebration of the lesser-known Samhain. From dusk of October 31st to dawn on November 2nd, the bar is alive with magic largely thanks to the menu of six alcoholic potions whose effects are posted on menus around the bar. These menus will be placed in clear sight with moving images of each drink so that guests are fully aware of their magical properties—if someone hands you a mystery drink, you're encouraged (but not obliged) to find out what it'll do to you before partaking. Each potion lasts an average of three hours, or until an antidote is drunk. And though multiple potions can be "stacked" by drinking them without an antidote in-between, party-goers will be cautioned that some potions may mix to create strange results. Luckily, the host will be attending from dusk to dawn in order to sort out any dangerous effects.

While the drink menu is the main event, there will be plenty of other ways to find some ghoulish entertainment. Tables are laden with a variety of both sweet and savory appetizers which all paying customers are welcome to enjoy. Because of the length of the party, the kitchen will be serving a limited menu of main-course items during typical mealtimes throughout the days. And because no party would be complete without music, there will be a "live" skeleton band performing jazz, rock, and the occasional but obligatory Halloween song upon request—please use this power wisely and save your fellow party-goers from two hours of continuous Witchy Woman.

Given that this is a Halloween party, costumes are highly recommended and will be rewarded with a free drink upon arrival. If you come without a costume, bartenders will recommend trying the Monster Mash or Werewolves of London potions in order to get you more into the spirit of Halloween. Though the bar will be dotted with large couches, plush armchairs, and piles of floor pillows, dozing guests will be encouraged to go home and sleep between festivities. If you're unable to handle over thirty-six hours of continuous partying, go enjoy a nap and then return to the bar for another round later on!

◇MONSTER MASH FLAVOR flat, warm; spiced rum, cranberry juice, grenadine EFFECTS Forget your costume at home? Don't worry, because drinking this potion while result in a full-body change into a classic Halloween creature, with a twist: it's either the sexy version, or the scary one. Though the drinker will be partially recognizable beneath it, the change can be a costume of its own. Some common transformations include but are not limited to: vampires, werewolves, zombies, witches, demons, and Frankenstein's monster	◇THRILLER FLAVOR flat, chilled; whiskey, bitters, sugar, orange zest EFFECTS If you're craving a change, this is the drink for you. The potion will bring about a random shift in the color of the drinker's hair, eyes, or both. Differences can range anywhere from natural shades to neon hues, as well as a variety of patterns and multi-colored or mismatched options. And don't worry, any facial hair you may have won't be left out of the fun!
◇TIME WARP FLAVOR flat, chilled; light rum, creme de menthe, lemon juice EFFECTS For those party-goers looking for a whole new perspective on Halloween, this drink offers two unique experiences. When sharing with another guest, knock the glasses together and drink simultaneously for a body swap. Feeling really adventerous? Get multiple people to join in on the fun! If you're drinking alone, you'll find that your biological sex will change from male to female, or vice versa.	◇WEREWOLVES OF LONDON FLAVOR sparkling, chilled; vodka, chambord, sparkling limeade EFFECTS Get ready to howl at the moon, or maybe fly off towards it, after trying this drink. Shortly after imbibing, partakers will manifest any number of animal traits, though all from the same animal. Perhaps it's as simple as a pair of bird's wings, or a full set of cat ears, tail, and eyes. The potion will pick up on any animal-like traits you may have, so snakes and rats beware.
◇I PUT A SPELL ON YOU FLAVOR flat, chilled; gin, vermouth, creme de cassis EFFECTS This potion is for anyone who's ever wanted to live out their dreams of being a teenaged wizard at boarding school. Though it may take a few tries to get perfect certain tricks, drinkers will be able to perform low-level spells with their hands such as: levitation, creating colored sparks, turning items invisible, elemental manipulation, summoning or conjouring items, short-distance teleporation, and a number of other simple tricks. (Any violent abuse of these abilities will result in immediate and forceful administration of an antidote and expulsion from the bar.)	◇HIGHWAY TO HELL FLAVOR flat, warm; absinthe, sugar, heatless fire EFFECTS Though this drink doesn't contain a potion, does it really need to when you're drinking something that's still on fire? This shot of absinthe, though adorned with a multicolored and edible flame, will warm you through and have you breathing the same cool fire for as long as it takes the sugar cube to dissolve on your tongue.

◇DON'T FEAR THE REAPER

FLAVOR
sparkling, chilled; blackberry syrup, cola
EFFECTS
These shots are free of alcohol and provide an antidote to every other drink on the menu. One splash of this delightfully chilled and refreshing drink will reserve all transformative effects as well as void all magical abilities. And though it is non-alcoholic, it does not provide any sobering qualities.

Comments

Alec Lightwood | Open

[angelic_archer]

ANGELIC ASSISTANCE

[Although the bar isn’t his, being the husband of the being running the Apothecary means that Alec assumes certain duties as a host. He can’t reverse spells, but he can keep an eye on the crowd to make sure that no one gets too rowdy. With so magic flying around, he has the feeling that there may be some kind of problems during the evening that might need a little Shadowhunter assistance. Mostly he just roams around the bar, angel wings kept close, noticing anyone who might be having a little too much fun or might be freaked out by the effects of the alcohol and potions.

Pausing near one of the party goers, he gives the being a sheepish smile.]

Is everything okay?

DEFINITELY NOT A TEENAGE WIZARD

[Alec watches some of the party goers down the ‘I cast a spell on you’ drinks, smiling as he thinks of a certain discussion months ago. Magical boarding schools and his boyfriend insisting that they read the books after Alec mentioned a certain conversation in Taki’s.

Smiling at the memory, he decides to try the potion since it won’t interfere with the spell that gave him wings. He’s had magic before thanks to the Alliance rune, but this will be different. This isn’t the same type of magic that Magnus had shared with him. Using that power had been instinctive, this was… complicated.

After his third attempt at trying to turn a shot glass into a flower, he lets out a frustrated sigh.]

Conjuring up fireballs is much easier than this.

WINGED WALLFLOWER

[Alec has been getting better about being social, but sometimes being around so many people overwhelm him and he needs a little time away from the crowds. After making his circuits around the bar, he makes his way back to Magnus' reserved couch to watch the party without interacting too much. Occasionally, his newly created wings need to be stretched so he can be found along one of the least decorated patches of wall space - a rarity considering how much Magnus loves the holiday - slowly spreading the wings to their full width. The feathers shimmer faintly like someone had brushed them with fine, gold glitter. Leaning carefully back against the wall, he closes his eyes, sighs as wiggles the new appendages, smiling at how real they look. If anyone asks about them, he'll tell them about his magical husband and the spell that had given Alec a temporary set of wings.]

WILDCARD

(If you'd like to discuss other options or set up something else, contact me through starfleetgirlfriday or PMs.)

winged wallflower

[franciscoramon]

[ Cisco's an extrovert; he always has been, even back during the years when he didn't have any friends. He has always thrived on being around people, including at parties. He's been having an absolute blast at this one, so far; a little dancing to the skeletal band, a little snacking, a lot of socializing, and even some experimentation with the magic potions.

But he notices, a few hours into the party, a young man he's never met before standing slightly away from the commotion. What surprises Cisco the most isn't the wings - everyone is walking around with tails and cat ears and scales and the like - but the fact that he is off by himself, leaning against the wall with his eyes closed. Cisco, being a worrier by nature, worries that he doesn't want to be here, or that perhaps he doesn't like the transformation that he's undergone with the wings but does not know that there is an antidote.

So he sidles over, concern clear on his face. Cisco is dressed in a galaxy-patterned suit, complete with makeup and nails to match, but for all his loud attire, his voice is soft as he asks: ]

Hey, you doin' okay over here? Need any help?

[angelic_archer]

[Most beings who are regulars at the bar, or even ones that have been around during the majority of Magnus' celebration knew that Alec wasn't the social butterfly his husband was. They were used to him finding a quiet corner or, thanks to the wings, stretch of wall to decompress before going back to the party.

Eyes closed, he lets the sounds of the band and the general chatter of the crowd wash over him, shoulders slowly relaxing from the tension that had been caused being around so many people and the wight of the wings. There's too much noise for Alec to notice someone getting closer, but he does open his eyes when he senses someone near enough to be a threat. Old instinct are difficult to ignore, even when he's in a place that should be completely safe.

Alec quickly studies the being, assessing if there's a potential threat, then reminds himself that no one is going to start anything with him in the middle of Magnus' bar. The worried look makes it obvious that he's just checking on Alec, not ready to pick a fight. Giving the being a self-conscious smile, Alec stretches the wings to their full reach before tucking them against his back.]

I'm okay. Just not used to crowds or the - [The wings shift slightly so the white feathers are obvious above his shoulders.] They weigh more than I expected.

[franciscoramon]

Yeah, it's pretty packed in here, huh?

[ Cisco glances over his shoulder at the party, and all the guests milling around in their costumes. It's quite a lively gathering, and Cisco knows for a fact that the invitations had gone out wide. After all, he's never actually met the host before, or been to this bar.

Which also means he has no way of recognizing Alec or having any idea who he's speaking to when he asks, kindly: ]

There are antidote potions, if the wings are bothering you. You want me to get one for you?

[ And then, because it only seems polite, he says: ]

I'm Cisco, by the way. Cisco Ramon.

[angelic_archer]

It's usually busy but I forgot how Magnus' parties could get.

[They'd thrown a party in Wayward Pines, but it looked like there was more than the entire town's population packed in the Apothecary. And there's no fights for dominance going on like at the one Magnus had thrown for the Chairman's birthday.]

Thank you, but I'm okay with the wings. It's just a different type of weight than I'm used to carrying around. Magnus will pout if I get rid of them too soon. [That isn't quite true since he knows that Magnus would magic them away if they were starting to bother him.]

I'm Alec Lightwood-Bane. My husband's the one that conjured most of this up.

[franciscoramon]

Ooooh. Got it! My bad.

[ It would explain why, if he isn't the most fond of crowds, Alec would be sticking around; kind of hard to ditch the big elaborate Halloween party if your husband was the one throwing it. That makes a lot of things snap into place for Cisco, and he feels a bit silly, now, for the whole swooping in and trying to help thing. He tucks his hair back behind his ears, a little nervous as he admits: ]

I haven't actually met Magnus yet, but he throws a hell of a party. So are you, like, a wizard too?

[ Cisco doesn't know the right terminology; his main reference on all things magic stuff is Taako and the IPRE crew, but even when though they'd explained the differences between wizards and warlocks and druids and clerics, most of it just went right over Cisco's head. ]

[angelic_archer]

It's okay. I'm glad that someone else is keeping an eye on the patrons. [Magnus is, of course. Alec has caught a glimpse of him 'mingling' which really was more than that. Magnus is keeping an eye on the crowd and the magic that was making very obvious appearances throughout the bar.] Magnus is careful, but accidents can still happen or people think they know how to handle the potions.

[Laughing softly, he shakes his head, wings flaring out slightly. He still hasn't quite gotten the knack for them yet.] Magnus is a warlock, not wizard. There's no wizards in our world. I'm a demon hunter. No magic unless Magnus lets me share. Is there magic in your world?

Angelic Assistance

[talentedscavenger]

[It had taken a great deal of patience on Alec's part to have Rey leave the comfort and quietness of her home to go to a party--a first for her. It was loud, filled with different decorations and she felt grossly out of place. She didn't know what exactly to do; people seemed to be ordering drinks, or dancing, chatting among themselves. Sure, there was a chance to meet Magnus, but this was his party and she didn't want to bother him.

There were a few things that caught her attention; the drinks being ordered and the magic of the area. The 'live' skeleton band playing and other things she could ask about later. Really, she was counting down the seconds until she thought she could politely excuse herself and head back. Poe would have fun, and so would Finn, but her? She would rather stick to watching from the sidelines and inch her way towards the door.

Until Alec found her.]

Yeah, everything's fine. Just watching. [It was a bit overwhelming. The cantina in Maz's castle was fine, and she did well there, but at least she knew Chewie and Han. Hopefully her small smile was enough to convince Alec.]

[angelic_archer]

[Even with all his pleading, Alec hadn't been sure that Rey would come to the party. He knows she's dealing with loss, which had been one of the reasons that he'd been so adamant about her meeting everyone. Hiding had never helped when he had been hurting so he guesses that it'll be the same for Rey.

Anyway, this is a chance for Rey to see real magic without demanding some kind of deal with Magnus. If she knew a High Warlock's rates for even a simple spell...

Giving her an understanding smile, he scans the crowd. It's rowdier than most nights, but Alec knows that Magnus won't let anything get out of hand.]

I've been doing that most of the night. I'm not great with crowds. My siblings and Magnus are the social ones.

[talentedscavenger]

[Dealing with the loss of Obi-Wan was hard. She lost her guide for the Force and was stuck at square one. Her options were very limited and if she had stayed in her room, she probably would've gone around in circles. As thankful as she is for the distraction, being social wasn't really her thing. Meeting someone, or two or three people was fine. More than that, especially with people she didn't know, she was more reluctant to do anything.]

You seem to be doing just fine. I saw you talking to some of the others.

[It probably had more to do with the angel wings than speaking to people, but that's more than she's done so far.]

Go and have fun, I'm fine here. Really.

[angelic_archer]

[Alec makes a thoughtful sound instead of the snarky response that's normal for him or the eye roll that Izzy teases him about. He had been social, barely. The only people he'd really talked to were beings that he'd met before or his family.]

Hm... let me guess. A brilliant young woman with perfect fashion sense, a blond in black with tattoos like mine, or a being that looks like he's part cat?

[All members of his family and the beings he's most comfortable with.]

What makes you think I wouldn't have fun talking to you?

[talentedscavenger]

[Still more social than her. The most she's done has been to talk to him and make some eye contact here and there.]

I guess she had great fashion sense? [Because fashion wasn't something that was fret over on Jakku. But yes, she saw him with a woman like that, a blonde, and someone else.] Yes, saw you with them, but also greeting others. Acting like a host. [Which, he kind of was, but more out going than her at any rate.

And he sort of had her stumped there, but only for a moment.] I don't think I'm much fun. Unless it's building something. [But was that really fun when she did it more out of necessity than for her own enjoyment?]

[angelic_archer]

The outfit was very sparkly? [Alec's fashion sense is limited as well but he knows better than to say anything that might cause his sister to pout. Or elbow him somewhere sensitive to get back at him for not noticing how amazing her outfit is.] They're my family. My sister's in the beaded dress. My brother's the blond and the cat is Magnus. I had to force myself to larn how to interact with people. A few months ago, I would have been trying to sneak out or hiding in a dark corner.

[One of the many changes caused because he'd met Magnus and learned to accept himself.]

I think you are. I've never met anyone that built things. Most of my kin is only taught how to fight. We don't learn skills.

Jace Wayland | Winged Wallflower

[wayfaring_stranger]

[Tonight is strictly water. ALthough Jace has been considering trying one of the potions. Maybe one that will randomly change his hair to blue and give him cosmos eyes or something. He's not sure he wants to try the Monster Mash considering the monsters he's faced and had to kill. Demons, mostly. His father told him he was half demon, but Alec seems absolutely sure he's not.

Maybe he'd turn into a brilliant angel like Alec.

Jace can't take his eyes off him, especially now when he's quite and alone, his eyes closed and those beautiful wings Magnus gave him wiggling, making Alec smile to himself. He can tell his parabatai is pleased, happy even. He can feel it.

He can't help himself and ends up quietly moving to stand in front of Alec.]

I always knew you were more angelic than me.

[angelic_archer]

[It seems strange but the wings seem to pick up when he senses that someone he cares about it nearby. Without Alec thinking about it, the wings stretch to almost their full width, curving slightly toward the being whether it was his siblings, his husband, or his parabatai. The motion feels good, stretching muscles in his back that he's not sure existed before the spell or not.

He's probably going to end up taking it easy tomorrow because of the strange configuration that he's carrying around tonight but it'll be worth the minor discomfort. Cracking open one eye, he smiles at Jace, tipping the wings so the gold reflects in the odd lighting around them.]

Nope. You're the one that's more angelic.

[Normally he wouldn't mention that in public but no one can hear them over the music and they're in an area of the bar that no one seems interested in.]

I only got what Raziel gave most of us. You got a bonus shot angelic power.

[wayfaring_stranger]

[Alec's wings are gorgeous, but his eyes don't leave Alec's face even as he smiles affectionately.]

I don't feel more angelic or more powerful. I definitely don't have wings.

[Only then does he pull his attention away for a moment and admire Alec's wings close-up, reaching out to lightly brush the back of his fingers against the feathers.]

[angelic_archer]

I wouldn't have wings if Magnus hadn't magicked them up.

[With anyone but family, Alec would have pulled away. Instead the wings move subtly closer to Jace. Alec stills as his parabatai gently touches the feathers, barely managing not to shiver at the contact. The wings aren't really sensitive, or he assumed they weren't, unless Magnus was touching them. Now that doesn't seem completely true.]

Uh - It's probably good that you don't. I have enough problems keeping up with you when you decide to jump off things.

[wayfaring_stranger]

[Jace smiles, brightly. He loves Alec's wings. They fit him. No matter how much his parabatai argues, Alec has always been a better person, Shadowhunter, and angel.]

Can you fly?

[He's genuinely curious and already considering the possibility of asking Magnus for a set of wings.]

[angelic_archer]

I don't know. [It hadn't really been something he'd thought of, assuming that the wings are more decorative than useful. Birds had structures that evolved for flight that Alec knows he doesn't have.] Not without magic. I might be able to glide.

pre-party at home

[appetitive]

When Alec returned home from his morning patrol, he found Magnus in front of his vanity getting ready for the party that started in several hours. Along with his makeup, which was currently consisting of gold powder dusted around his eyes as well as the usual dark eyeliner, he was wearing something special for Alec. He wanted to start the festivities together in the comfort of their own home, a chance to get ready with each other and explore the magical results. Though they had a history of not caring where they were when the mood struck, least of all a party held on their own property, that didn't mean they couldn't have both options available to them. And the main reason he wanted to give them a chance to be alone was the magical additions he'd just finished putting into place as Alec walked in the door.

Turning around on the stool he was perched on, Magnus smiled warmly at Alec. "Welcome home, darling," he said as he stood, showing off almost the entirety of his legs thanks to his current fashion choices. The shirt is equally revealing, the neckline plunging halfway down his chest and revealing the collection of necklaces picked out just for Alec. If all of that didn't make it clear enough that he had the intention of getting Alec's attention, the black cat ears and tail he suddenly had would do the trick.

He stepped closer to Alec, movements tentative compared to his usual confidence around his husband. He wasn't sure what kind of reaction the feline features might warrant, and once again he'd used fashion as a sort of padding in that sense; if Alec didn't like his choice of Halloween costume, at least he would be distracted by everything else long enough for Magnus to recover. "You left so early this morning that I don't remember saying goodbye."

Will be NC17

[angelic_archer]

Knowing how important the party was to his husband, Alec had made sure to take one of the earliest shifts at the guard and work extra hours leading up to Halloween so that he could spend the entire party with Magnus. Despite the early shift, he was still nervous and jittery as he as he stowed away his weapons and headed for their bedroom. Halloween was one of the few Mundane holidays that he'd paid attention to, usually keeping an eye on trick-or-treaters or watching in amusement when Mundanes attempted to scare each other.

But Halloween had older roots, ones connected to magic and the forces that were so much a part of his husband's life. Alec wanted this holiday, this party, to be special for Magnus. Which was why he'd taken extra care with the suit he'd chosen. He was still slightly nervous about the wings Magnus had suggested, more concerned about the logistics of spending so much time with the wings than any worries about the magic, but they'd find a way to make them work without Alec doing too much damage to the objects around him

For a moment, he leaned against the door frame, watching Magnus at the vanity, catching hints of his costume from the reflection in the mirror. He always thought Magnus was beautiful but the gold shimmering around his eyes brought out the colors of his eyes...

His cat eyes. Magnus wasn't glamouring his eyes.

Swallowing hard, he took a few steps into the room, he let the door shut behind him, knowing that the spells on the panel would set as soon as it closed so they wouldn't be interrupted. Slowly he realized that there were cat ears nearly hidden in his husband's hair. And there was a tail too, wasn't there? It was difficult for Alec to focus when he kept focusing on the lace - he wasn't even sure what kind of underwear Magnus was wearing but he wanted to see what it felt like beneath his fingers - but he thought his husband had a real cat tail.

He tried to speak, forcing his gaze upward, away from the distracting lace only to be distracted again by the gold embroidery that drew his attention to the necklaces that Magnus had chosen. Each one somehow symbolized him.

Before he realized what he was doing, he moved forward, hands gently cupping the back of Magnus' neck before he pulled him close for a kiss, trying to show Magnus how much all of this meant to him. He could barely remember the last time Magnus had been so open about being a warlock and combining that with all the hints of Alec and choosing clothing that would drive him crazy... He really should tell Magnus that he was happy to be home and he had said goodbye, but kissing seemed more important than anything Alec could think of saying.

[appetitive]

The cat ears perked up at the sound of Alec stepping closer, twitched at the final click of the door, moving on their own as Magnus had intended to give them a realistic quality. They'd been relaxed against his head, nearly covered by his natural hair that gave way to fur of the same color. Though he'd added golden streaks to his bangs, and several pieces of gold jewelry to the ears themselves—golden arrows that appeared to pierce the ears, a long golden bar going through the entirety of the tip—they were surprisingly easy to hide if necessary. Not that he wanted to hide them from Alec, not when he was obviously drinking in the sight of Magnus who took the opportunity to spread his arms out and do a single twirl on his way closer to Alec, tail swaying behind him and then curling around his thigh.

"What do you think?" he just about manages to ask before Alec is in front of him, hands pulling him in so they can meet in a passionate kiss. Magnus melts, all of the anxiety leaving his body as he drapes his arms around Alec's neck and pushes his fingers into the thick curls of his hair. Humming happily into the kiss, Magnus felt his tail shift and move to wrap partially around Alec's waist. He couldn't imagine a time when he'd been happier, able to be entirely himself and yet still loved and desired by his partner. Alec was incredible and unlike any other lover Magnus had ever had, accepting every facet of his eccentric and complicated personality.

Though he was loath to pull away, he gently leaned back enough to break the kiss and smile up at Alec with what he knew had to be the most besotted expression he was capable of. "I take it you like my Halloween costume, then?" he teased gently, hands sliding out of Alec's hair to rest on either side of his neck.

[angelic_archer]

He really should answer with words not just kisses but Magnus looked stunning. Not just the clothes, but the ears and tail fit him perfectly. Usually Alec was careful about cat references, afraid of hurting his husband's feelings about the marks that he had been born with, that had been the reason for so much heartbreak, but the costume seemed to make those concerns slip away. Magnus wouldn't have chosen the spell if he wasn't accepting of the more feline aspects of his nature, he would have chosen another way to celebrate Halloween.

He does manage a smile before their lips meet, eyes bright with adoration and desire. Eyes drifting closed, when he felt Magnus relax against him, he wondered why he'd been so worried. Magnus knew that he loved his warlock marks. If he was worried that it was one of those fantasies that he wasn't interested in, they both knew that all one of them had to do was explain that and they'd find some other fantasy they both shared. Deepening the kiss, he stilled briefly when he felt something wrap around his waist. Belatedly, he remembered that Magnus had a tail and it seemed to be as affectionate as the rest of Alec's husband.

Making a sound of protest when Magnus pulled away, he leaned in for another kiss before Alec noticed how how he was looking at him. Looking just as besotted as his husband, he slid his hand along the necklaces, gently tangling his fingers in the chains, brushing his thumb over the arrowhead. "I, uh - " Swallowing hard, he tried to think of something other than the tight shorts that Magnus was wearing or the silky fabric that brushed against his knuckles. It would feel amazing against his fingers, warm from Magnus skin, teasing them both as he touched Magnus. "I don't think we'll make it to the party if you're going dressed like this."

[appetitive]

Even if Alec wasn't talking, his actions spoke just as well as his speechlessness. Though Magnus had learned to hide his insecurities and doubts over the years, he had also come to the realization that many of them were invalid when it came to his relationship to Alec. Not only did his husband accept the parts of his body that marked him as a warlock, reminders of his demon blood, but he loved them as much as all the rest. Alec's fascination with Magnus' eyes, and his love for every other part of him, had taught Magnus how to see himself in a new way; in a way, Alec was the reason Magnus had chosen a cat as his costume.

Leaning into the kiss, wanting to feel more of Alec's mouth and hands against his skin, Magnus nipped gently at his bottom lip. He got part of his wish as Alec's hand moved down his neck, brushing over his collarbones as well as all of the gold chains covering them and cascading down the center of his chest. A grin slowly dawned on his face as Alec once again struggled with words, reminding him of how they'd interacted after their first meeting, back when Alec was shy and unsure of his obvious attraction towards Magnus.

"Oh, I'm not going to the party like this," he admitted, shifting his hips to brush against Alec's hand which was slowly rubbing a thumb over the fabric of his shorts. "This is just for you, my Alexander. It may be an adult party, but I don't plan on hosting with my cock on display," he added with a wicked smirk, almost challenging Alec to take a closer look at the sheer fabric of the lace.

[angelic_archer]

Somehow he managed to murmur a 'beautiful' or 'gorgeous' in between their kisses and Magnus' nip to his lip. At least Alec thought he said them aloud. He was so caught up in how true those descriptions were that he might just be thinking them. But Magnus had to know how he felt. It was obvious in each kiss and how reverently he touched Magnus.

"By the Angel, Magnus..." He wasn't even sure how he should finish that. Every detail of his husband's costume had to be chosen to make it impossible for him to think. The necklaces with the symbols that represented Alec. The soft fabrics that Magnus knew always fascinated him, always making him to want to explore the textures, especially when Magnus was wearing them. The gold glitter that brought out the green and gold of Magnus' eyes. The ears and tail...

And the shorts. He hadn't ever thought of Magnus wearing something like that but now that he'd seen it he wasn't sure if he'd ever stop thinking about it.

When his husband moved, Alec's fingers slipped lower to rest on Magnus' hip. He almost moved his hand between them when the smirk snapped Alec out of his daze, knowing that his husband was teasing and challenging him. If Magnus was going to tease, then he should do the same. "I don't know, Magnus." As he spoke, he began exploring the pattern of lace, following it around Magnus' thigh instead of to the area that his husband wanted him to focus on. "You liked having your cock on display when we were at that lounge."

Palming Magnus' ass, he almost forgot about the tail until he brushed a finger against the base. A surprise, but a good surprise. Nuzzling Magnus' human ear, he tugged sharply on one of his earrings, trying to ignore how much he wanted to accept that challenge so he could tease his husband. "Didn't you like having everyone there know that I'm yours? Everyone saw how much I want you. How much I love you."