[ Simon knew this wouldn't be the end of the conversation, because ]it was probably too overwhelming for both of them to even try to assimilate the situation. Simon was still trying to get used to the idea that he would outlive everyone he knew, mostly, by a long long time.

the thought of meeting new people and falling in love with them? he had a long way to even start thinking about that. But he could understand Clary's fear. ]

I get it, though.

Sometimes, I'm just scared that I won't be myself anymore-- but I can't think like that. I'll always be myself and I will always hold onto what matters. You, my family and... the guy up there. [ he meant god but of course, he still couldn't say it. ]