Quote by Cassandra Clare
Alec slid his hand from Jace's arm to his shoulder. Magnus cleared his throat. Alec dropped his hand. Simon grinned into his undrunk coffee.
Summary
This quote describes a moment of affection and tension between the characters Alec, Jace, Magnus, and Simon. Alec's action of sliding his hand from Jace's arm to his shoulder hints at their close relationship, but Magnus clearing his throat suggests that their public display of affection might not be socially accepted or appropriate. Alec, in response, retreats by dropping his hand, showcasing the uneasiness of expressing their connection. Simon's grin into his undrunk coffee indicates his amusement or knowledge of the situation, adding a touch of lightness to the scene.