[Sebastian wanted to say everyone had regrets, it was how they learned to live with them that mattered. It was what they learned from those regrets that mattered most. What he had learned from Jack was to not be afraid to feel, to love, to open himself up to others despite his fear. He'd forgotten that when Jack had died.

He'd been so lost and hopeless and alone and angry. He had also felt guilty and regretted not simply being with Jack and loving Jack every moment they had together regardless of other's opinions.

He wanted to say he wasn't a hero, but Alec was right. He did have some things to learn.

But Alec has him staring, unable to say anything in response. His thoughts turning over Alec's words. He would assume Alec means Magnus when he mentions the rules, but there is something about the way Alec says he wants them both to follow their hearts. And then he's telling him about his family and love and loving deeply and loving two people.

Alec isn't letting him go.

He doesn't even realize he's crying, just a few drops of tears, until his vision blurs and he quickly ducks his head and rubs at his face with his sleeve.]

"Alec."

[It's the only thing he can say right then he's so happy and relieved.]