Will Herondale is hopelessly in love with his best friend, Jem Carstairs. He longs to tell him how he feels but knows how much Jem depends on his friendship when battling his own demons. Will doesn't want to risk a friendship Jem's life literally relies on and so never says a word. But when Jem gets some news that means things take a turn for the worst, Will knows he has to say something before he loses the love of his life. *** Heronstairs modern AU. Characters included: Jem Carstairs Will Herondale Tessa Gray Magnus Bane Charlotte Branwell Henry Branwell Alec Lightwood