I always need your strength,Alec

Lies and secrets, Tessa, they are like a cancer in the soul. They eat away what is good and leave only destruction behind.

A very magnanimous statement, Gideon,” said Magnus. “I’m Gabriel.” Magnus waved a hand. “All Lightwoods look the same to me.

We are responsible for protecting Tessa!

Now before we do any digging around in that blond head of yours to find out the truth, I suggest you cool your temper. And I know just where you can do that best.” Jace blinked. “Are you sending me to my room?

Where is your angel now?

I thought you were dead,” she went on. “I saw you fall down, and—I thought you were dead.