There's no need to clarify my finger snap," said Magnus. "The implication was clear in the snap itself.

Never doubt my weaseling abilities, Shadowhunter, for they are epic and memorable in their scope.

I just don't see why the past has to matter.

Are you trying to get run over by a cab? Don't be ridiculous. We could never get a cab that easily in this neighborhood

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

He was standing leaning against the door frame; now he stood up straight. "How should I have kissed you? Is there an other way you like it?

She had never imagined that the kiss would be so brief and desperate and wild. Or that it would taste of holy water. Holy water and blood.