#wewantvalkoback

She was at work when her phone rang.

Gesturing to her colleague to keep going with the patrol, she took a moment to answer the call as soon as she read the name on the screen.

“Hi, Val…” she greeted him, an unconscious smile already tugging at her lips at the mere chance to hear his voice again.

“Hi, sweetheart.”

But something was off.

Her eyebrows knitted together when she caught something painfully akin to hesitation in his tone. Valko was a terrible liar, always wearing his feelings on his sleeves. And she didn’t need to see him to know that something was troubling him.

“What happened?”

“Your sixth sense is too keen for a human…” he sighed heavily on the other side of the line and then came a rustling sound -very likely his tail moving agitatedly behind him for having been caught sooner than expected.

“Valko. What’s wrong?” She questioned again, her tone firmer than before as something like urge and concern churned in her guts.

The silence that followed kept her on edge.

She even forgot where she was -wearing her Hunter uniform, standing in the middle of a busy street as she had just stopped her patrol shift to answer his call. But the surroundings felt so distant from her at the moment, she could only hear his nervous breathing next to her ear.

“Sweetheart, I have bad news… but it’s nothing concerning, I swear-”

His attempt to reassure her was futile.

Her hand was clutching her phone with a tight grip, her knuckles turning white while she waited for an explanation with bated breath.

“...my flight was cancelled.” 

The words didn't seem to make sense at first.

“What…?”

She struggled to wrap her mind around it. A frown appeared on her face as she recalled what day was and realised that he was supposed to get home in less than a week.

“My flight was-”

“How could they cancel a flight so suddenly?” She scoffed incredulously, interrupting him without really meaning to but this was absurd.

“Something came up and they had troubles… I don’t know, sweetheart, I’m trying to understand what happened too. They didn’t give us much info…” he said, his voice exhausted and disappointed by the accident. 

She sensed that there was something else that Valko hadn’t said yet, there was a frustration lingering in his words that gave it away.

She hesitated, and looked around to find somewhere to sit. Finding none, she stepped closer to the wall of a building and leaned against it.

“When… When are you going to come back then?”

The question hung between them, dreadful.

Another minute of silence passed through the line, and she knew that he was probably clenching his jaw, trying to think of something reassuring to say.

“I… I’m struggling to find another flight right now. So I don’t know if-”

He murmured sadly but interrupted himself and tried to not upset her further. “I’ll make it anyway, sweetheart. I’ll find another way, don’t worry… I’ll be back.”

She hummed quietly, not trusting herself to speak because of the lump in her throat. She was counting the days til they could be together again and now she didn’t even know how much longer she had to wait before having Valko by her side.

It made her heart ache, but at the same time she didn’t want him to feel guilty about something he didn’t have any control on.

“...I know, Val. I’ll be waiting.” She whispered back, hoping that she had hid the disappointment in her voice well.

“Keep me updated and let me know if there’s anything I can do.”

“Of course, sweetheart. I’ll call you later… Be safe... I miss you.”

“...miss you too. Bye.”

Days passed and the heavy feeling on her chest hadn’t left her since that phone call of theirs. They called and texted in an attempt to make the distance bearable but the fact that Valko was unable to find a way back to her in time made her struggle to find sleep at night.

She went through this uncertainty, even if each day spent without any news disheartened her more and more.

She longed for his presence, how his arms always found a reason to wrap around her waist and how their banters left them with breathless chuckles and big smiles on their faces.

She missed closing her eyes and letting his heartbeat lull her to sleep, and waking up early in the morning to make breakfast together with him.

She wished that Valko could be back by her side already, but she never once complained too much on the phone with him because she could feel from his voice alone how this distance was hurting him too.

She stopped looking at the calendar for the sake of her mind and pretended to not know that it passed a while from his initial planned return. Work kept her busy and tired her enough to prevent her from getting too antsy once she was alone in her apartment.

But when her day off rolled in, she felt like leaving a nightmare. Knowing that Valko would only be sadder if he found that she had spent all her free time in bed, she forced herself to be productive and took care of the housework.

Outside, the sun set and lights of the buildings shone in the darkness of the evening. She was in the kitchen, sitting at the counter with the tablet propped on one hand, and she was doomscrolling in her socials as she waited for the food delivery.

She had done grocery shopping the same morning but… she didn’t feel like cooking. Instead, she was in the mood for something already made, unhealthy enough to be a lapse in her diet but also tasty to make it worth it.

Her gaze lifted from the screen and glanced through the open-space, when someone knocked at her door. Sighing, she turned off the tablet and stood up to accept the delivery.

But when she opened the door, there wasn’t the delivery guy she was expecting.

She simply stared.

She had imagined this moment so many times that, for one impossible heartbeat, she thought her exhausted mind had finally begun playing tricks on her.

But then a smile tugged gently at his lips.

His arms opened wide invitingly.

And she literally launched herself against him.

“Woah… careful there, sweetheart, or you’ll make us tumble on the floor.” Valko chuckled warmly as he welcomed her in the embrace and rubbed her back in a slow, gentle manner.

His smile faltered when he felt something wet against the collar of his shirt and he tilted his head to the side, trying to peer down at her.

“Hey… are you alright?”

But she didn’t budge.

Keeping her face buried into the crook of his neck, breathing in his scent that she had missed so much, she clung desperately onto him.

“Just… just hug me tight.”

Her vulnerable request tugged at the strings of his heart and he didn’t waste any time complying. His arms circled her waist and tightened to make her feel him -close, real, safe.

“I’m happy to be back.”

He whispered against her hair, his lips leaving a lingering kiss on her temple.

✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ🐺*✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧: *✧: *✧

-._.-._-._.✦⎜Supporting #BRINGVALKOBACK campaign⎜✦._.-._.-_. 🐾 #WeLoveValko 🐾 #ValkoIsLoved 🐾 #ValkoIsInnocent 🐾 #ValkoIs6thLi 🐾

[This one shot is also published on AO3]

💚 To read more one-shots related to Valko, check the masterlist of “Until You Come Home” series.

💌 If you have any one shot request, scenario or head canon for Valko, my inbox is open and you can leave a comment under the dedicated post!!

🔖 If you'd like to be added to the taglist for future works related to VALKO, just let me know in the comments!!

📌 If you're interested in reading more of my works, you can go check my masterlist!

The CN community might be the one bringing in highest revenue for them but let's not forget Global servers still are responsible for 40% of their "so called Billions"

[Valko x MC - fluff one shot from “Until You Come Home” series]

Spending more and more time with Valko allowed her to notice something particular in his mannerism.

At first, she didn’t understand some things he did and she was left confused. But then she realised that his werewolf genes influenced his actions on a subconscious level and while he behaved like a normal human most of the time, his inhibitions began to falter when it were just the two of them.

If she was on her desk working on some missions' reports on her laptop, Valko would come behind her and lean down to peek at the screen. But not in an ‘I’m curious, let me see what you’re doing’ way.

No, his head would rest full-weight on her shoulder.

Heavy and warm, he would stay there for a while and once he seemed to have had enough, his cheek would rub against her temple before he left her to work.

No words exchanged.

Just a moment of closeness before returning to what he was doing.

It was a bit distracting for her at the beginning, and she even questioned him. But he had just shrugged, saying that it was nothing... so she had simply nodded in understanding.

After all, it was a cute thing of his… like when he brushed the tip of their noses together in greeting or whenever their faces were close as they cuddled. The tender affection never failed to stir butterflies in her stomach, making her grow fond of this habit.

Or like the way his fingers didn’t hesitate brushing her hair in place with gentle care -‘making sure you look put together and beautiful as ever’ he would say, making her blush.

When they were somewhere eating, he would notice if she liked something in particular and reserve another portion just for her. No matter if they were having the same dish or she was full, he would hand her the last bite anyway.

Her lips stretched into an amused smile as she caught him walking half a step behind her or on the outer side of the sidewalk, his shoulders broad and wide in a protective manner.

While his hands stealing the heavier bags of groceries from hers annoyed her the first times that had happened, her pride bristling until she realised that Valko reached out unconsciously -not because he didn’t think she was strong enough but because she didn’t need to be tough when he was with her.

Otherwise, he wouldn’t tackle her down when their banter escalated into playful fights and fits of laughter. His bigger body pinning her down on the carpet as they regained their breaths and stared at each other with fond gazes.

She hadn’t ever been so physical, but he brought out this side of her she ignored. He made her feel comfortable to touch him and feel him close whenever she’d like because he would do just the same.

That was why, one afternoon, as they lay on the bed lazily under the golden rays filtering through the window, she dared to lift her hand and stroke his wolf ears.

He looked so at peace and cozy at the moment that she couldn’t resist.

His ears twitched before her fingertips could touch the soft fur there.

But he remained quiet, his eyes closed and his expression relaxed. So she took the courage to caress those fluffy ears and even scratch gently at their base.

A low growl rumbled from his chest, right under her cheek, and she froze instinctively.

She blinked, stunned, at the feeling of sharp teeth grazing her wrist.

It wasn’t a real bite.

Just a little, gentle nibble on her skin.

Nevertheless, it took her by surprise.

“...are you chewing on me?”

She saw the moment Valko regained lucidity, his dilated pupils returning normal and embarrassment flashing in his golden eyes.

A small whine escaped from him as he pulled back and attempted to hide his face into the closest pillow.

“Pretend that didn’t happen.”

His muffled voice and the redness colouring the tip of his human ears, while the wolf ones flattened against his skull, made an incredulous laughter bubble up from her chest.

“It’s alright, Val. It didn’t even hurt,” she reassured him, still hugging his torso to not let him escape from her.

“I know… that’s somehow worse.” He complained, stubbornly avoiding looking at her.

And she realised that he was genuinely embarrassed to have let his werewolf instincts take over. Her hand rubbed slow, soothing circles on his side while she nuzzled her nose into the crook of his neck.

“It was nothing. Don’t overthink it,” she murmured, her tone losing all the previous humour as she decided to talk about what had just happened seriously.

“You just have to tell me if I crossed a line involuntarily. The ear scratches bothered you?

“No.” He answered without hesitation and sighing against the pillow, he pulled back to face her again.

“No… it felt good.” He admitted, even if it flustered him to do so.

She smiled softly at him and leaned forward to brush the tip of their noses together.

The familiar gesture managed to make Valko relax once again.

“I don’t mind…” she said, hoping to soothe the last of his concerns.

“If you happen to nibble my hand again, I won’t mind… because very likely I had just provoked it from you, just like before.”

He grumbled something intelligible under his breath that she didn’t make out -maybe an affectionately exasperated ‘got a silly human as a mate’- and tested her words by giving a gentle nip at the tip of her nose. Hearing her chuckle made his heart skip a couple of beats.

Valko could let himself be without worries when he was with her, because she loved him just the way he was.

✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ🐺*✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧: *✧: *✧

-._.-._-._.✦⎜Supporting #BRINGVALKOBACK campaign⎜✦._.-._.-_.

🐾 #WeLoveValko 🐾 #ValkoIsLoved 🐾 #ValkoIsInnocent 🐾 #ValkoIs6thLi 🐾

[This one shot is also published on AO3]

💚 To read more one-shots related to Valko, check the masterlist of “Until You Come Home” series.

💌 If you have any one shot request, scenario or head canon for Valko, my inbox is open and you can leave a comment under the dedicated post!!

[Taglist: @pinpointontop - ...]

🔖 If you'd like to be added to the taglist for future works related to VALKO, just let me know in the comments!!

📌 If you're interested in reading more of my works, you can go check my masterlist!

“I have a scent...?”

She questioned, dumbfounded by his observation.

It's been a while since they met -she had been out of the city for a mission while Valko had been busy at the Laboratory- and they had just encountered each other. But as they hugged as a greeting, she felt his warm breaths fanning over her cheek and shoulder more and more frequently until his nose buried into her hair.

She froze at his awkward behaviour. 

“Are you... sniffing me?”

He tensed at her question, she felt the muscles of his back coil tight under her palms.

A beat of silence passed without any of them moving from their embrace. 

“...maybe.”

“You are.”

She insisted, not because she felt uncomfortable but... she could sense that there was something bothering him and she wanted to understand what it was.

“Fine... I might have.” Valko gave in and returned nosing at her temple, a frown appearing on his face.

“You smell different.”

“Do I...?”

She asked, still confused but her mind was beginning to get it.

She had taken a shower just an hour ago and had even shampooed her hair. She had used the same products as always and-

“Your scent... is different.”

And that was how she discovered that she had a scent.

It wasn't a concept completely stranger to her, because she associated people or places to some perfumes and smells too. But what Valko explained to her was a completely different story. 

It was more logical for a werewolf, since their nose worked differently from the human one... still, he did his best to make it clear to her.

And as he talked about his ability to catch the others' scents surrounding him, she realised that what she had thought was keen perception and attentiveness on his part was actually... this, a natural instinct that allowed him to read her like an open book.

Now she understood why he could tell so easily when she diminished her tiredness or stress after long days at work. He hadn't taken a guess whether she had eaten or not, he could smell her hunger even before her own body told her.

It was... mind-blowing.

She felt both flustered and touched that Valko could know her so well.

“...then what does my scent smell like?” She asked curiously as they sat on the couch, her legs draped across his lap. One of his hands rubbed soothing circles on her knee with his thumb, while his free arm was wrapped loosely around her waist to keep her close. 

Valko smiled softly at the mere idea of her scent.

He looked at her quietly for a while, admiring her curious expression -the way her eyes seemed to shine just a tad brighter and the smallest pout jutted on her lips as she waited patiently to know. A warm, fuzzy feeling bloomed inside his chest just like it always happened when she showed genuine interest towards his true identity.

“That’s difficult…” he murmured honestly and a low chuckle escaped from him as her eyebrows knitted together.

“I thought you said you always recognize it,” she used his own words against him.

“I do,” he stated with quiet confidence.

“...then why is it difficult?” She insisted one more time.

“Because humans don't have words for everything I smell.”

That made her blink, pause and let the admission sink in.

Valko watched the moment realisation dawned on her and she nodded in understanding but failed to hide the hint of disappointment from him. She cared to understand him better, so he tried to come up with an explanation that could satisfy her curiosity.

“It changes… it’s never the same. A mixture of everything, actually.”

As he began to talk, she unconsciously leaned against his chest, fully invested in what he was going to say. Knowing that he was trying to describe her through his werewolf senses was both fascinating and… overwhelming, but in a good way.

“Layered through the environments’ smells that cling onto your clothes, other people’s scents you meet or pass by… beyond the body wash and shampoo you use everyday, there’s something distinctively yours.”

Since he couldn’t find words that could convey what he smelled and recognised among a lot of different kinds of smell, he used metaphors in hope to be more understandable.

“It’s like wilderness, earth, open savannas and the wind. Other times it’s a stream, a mountain, a pretty moonrise…”

Her heart skipped a beat as she listened to Valko.

And she realised that he wasn’t just putting efforts in giving her a proper description but he had actually thought about this whole thing -her scent- enough to find figurative images just for her.

“And it can often remind me of a burnt pancake on the stove…”

But obviously he wouldn’t miss a chance to tease her and rile her up, always ready for a good banter.

She playfully swatted at his chest and bit her own smile when he laughed warmly at her flustered reaction.

“Just kidding-”

“It happened just once. And it was your fault,” she retorted and leaned in to gently bump her forehead against his.

“You distracted me. Did you forget?”

“Of course not.” He murmured, leaning into the touch, his forehead nuzzling against hers in an affectionate manner.

She huffed, her annoyed pretence crumbling almost immediately, and her arms reached out to wrap around his neck, hugging him closer.

He hummed lowly and tightened his own grip around her waist in return, enjoying having her sit on his lap -cozy and comfortable again after they had been apart for so long.

“How…? How have you been carrying all of this?”

She couldn’t help but wonder, the question slipping out of her lips before she could rethink. Because what Valko just admitted to her made her see him under another light.

He could experience the world through a sensory richness she would never fully understand.

But if she were in his shoes, she could only imagine how overwhelming that keen sense of smell could actually be.

“Must be though, mh?”

His golden eyes softened at her empathy and he nodded slightly as he pulled back just enough to press a light kiss on her forehead.

“Sometimes, yeah… but if I have you close, it’s definitely more bearable.”

The next evening, they agreed to meet again so they could have a proper date out.

Valko was a bit too enthusiastic about it and involuntarily reached her place half an hour before the time they had established.

He didn’t want to disturb her if she was still getting ready, so he didn’t text her and simply took the elevator to her floor.

Once he stood in front of her door, he barely had the time to lift his hand that it just opened.

He blinked, stunned.

“How did you know I was here…?”

She smiled in amusement and shrugged nonchalantly.

“I smelled you.”

His gaze narrowed at her playful callback.

“You absolutely did not.”

“I didn't.”

She laughed sweetly.

“I just knew.”

His heart did a somersault at her confession.

And when she stepped forward to hug him, Valko didn’t waste any time to welcome her in his arms.

This time he didn’t pretend he wasn’t doing it -his nose nuzzled against her temple and breathed her in.

She relaxed in his embrace and let herself enjoy the warm feeling of his breath against her hair and skin, wanting him to smell how happy she was to have him there.

Because now she understood.

✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ🐺*✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧: *✧: *✧

-._.-._-._.✦⎜Supporting #BRINGVALKOBACK campaign⎜✦._.-._.-_. 🐾 #WeLoveValko 🐾 #ValkoIsLoved 🐾 #ValkoIsInnocent 🐾 #ValkoIs6thLi 🐾

[This one shot is also published on AO3]

💚 To read more one-shots related to Valko, check the masterlist of “Until You Come Home” series.

💌 If you have any one shot request, scenario or head canon for Valko, my inbox is open and you can leave a comment under the dedicated post!!

[Taglist: @pinpointontop - ...] 🔖 If you'd like to be added to the taglist for future works related to VALKO, just let me know in the comments!!

📌 If you're interested in reading more of my works, you can go check my masterlist!

“Sweetheart…? Are you done there?”

Valko knocked a couple of times against the door and waited with a hand already on the doorknob. There was still time to get ready without any rush but he was feeling unusually nervous. He wasn’t particularly fond of these kinds of gatherings and he would’ve avoided tonight's dinner as well, if he hadn't skipped too many already. 

“Yes, I just stepped out of the shower.”

Her voice echoed softly from the other side of the door and he took it as permission to step in.

She was standing in front of the mirror, wrapped in a bathrobe and with the comb in hand. Her eyes immediately found him through the mirror’s foggy reflection and she raised an eyebrow when Valko came to stand right behind her.

“Do you need to use the shower…? I can go brush my hair into the bedroom-”

He shook his head and gently pried the comb from her fingers.

“Not yet. Let me brush your hair for you,” he offered kindly.

She hesitated a moment before pushing her hair back from her shoulder and let him have his way. Her hands rested on the edge of the counter as she enjoyed the combined feeling of his fingers sectioning her strands and brushing them carefully to not tug at any possible knot.

“We’re still on time, right?” She asked quietly, and not because she really cared about the time. Actually, she had noticed how his chest pressed lightly against her back and how Valko not-so-subtly paused to press a kiss or two on her bare shoulder.

“Mh… you smell so good,” he murmured absentmindedly, his eyes fluttering close as he took a moment to nuzzle against the crook of her neck and breathe her in. Her scent filled his nostrils and made the tension coiled at his shoulders seep away.

“Oh, thank you.” She chuckled softly when the tip of his nose tickled her, and one of her hands raised to reach behind to cup the nape of his neck.

A low, pleased groan rumbled from his chest as Valko instinctively leaned into her touch and forgot that he still had to brush her hair, his arms pulling her into his embrace.

“Why don’t you take a warm shower and let yourself relax for a bit…?”

Tilting her head back, she pressed a lingering kiss on his temple while her nails gently scratched the short of his hair. 

He hummed lowly and his golden eyes glinted playfully as they met hers into the mirror’s reflection.

“...would you join me?”

“I know better.” 

She laughed at the bold offer and gently pried herself away from him.

It was the first time she would accompany him to a business meeting and she didn’t want to make a bad impression by arriving late.

Valko let out a defeated sigh as he reluctantly let her go and watched her step out of the bathroom.

“Make yourself prettier than usual for me at least.”

“I will.”

And she kept her word, exceeding the expectations.

Valko needed to remind himself to breathe because the elegant dress she had chosen fitted like a glove.

“You’re drop-dead gorgeous, sweetheart.” He didn’t waste time stepping closer to her and taking a better look at her figure.

Her cheeks warmed up at his compliment and she lightly swatted at his arm when he lost himself staring at her with his mouth agape.

“No need to exaggerate,” she brushed off his praise only to not become even more flustered.

She felt a bit self-conscious already wearing something so fancy, because it was so different from the Hunter suit she wore proudly every other day. But this was an occasion, and she had to adapt to the dress code for the night.

“I’m not. You’re absolutely stunning. The most beautiful woman-” 

Her hand reached out to cover his mouth and stop him from flattering her further. She could already feel her skin burning from her cheeks to her collarbones and she didn’t want to become any redder.

She gasped when something warm and wet touched her palm, and she withdrew her hand immediately, glaring at him halfheartedly as he stuck his tongue out at her.

“My pretty sweetheart,” he insisted on complimenting her and his hands found her hips, gently pulling her in to kiss her warm, pink cheek.

“You’re insufferable sometimes…” she grumbled as she rolled her eyes at his chuckle. “Ah-ah! No. Dry yourself and get ready.”

She put up resistance when he attempted to hug her while still damp from the shower, and grabbing his shoulders, she turned him towards the wardrobe instead.

Valko allowed her to steer him away from her… for now, and indulged her.

“Alright alright… I’ll get ready. I’ll be handsome so as not to mismatch your beauty.”

During the ride in the car’s backseats, she couldn’t tear her eyes away from Valko.

He pulled black off really well -it complimented his skin tone and made his figure look impossibly sharp. But she could tell that the tailored suit fitted uncomfortably on him by the way his fingers tapped against his knee in a nervous rhythm.

She didn’t know what to say to calm him, honestly, because the closer they got to the designated location the more anxious she became. So she moved, her hand pulling her long skirt to the side to not trip on her heels, and sat beside him instead.

He didn’t hesitate wrapping his arm around her and pulling her flush against his side, stopping the unconscious fidget to rub her arm in a gentle motion. Looking at her, Valko realised that he was almost forgetting the most important thing.

“Oh, you’re still missing something.”

“What…?” Her head raised from his shoulder as she looked at him with a confused expression, mentally recalling everything she had in her bag.

“This…” he said while his fingers reached for his family ring and caressed it lightly before sliding it off. He grabbed her hand with his free one and for a brief moment, his gaze met hers.

She blinked, stunned. With wide eyes, she watched it shining thanks to his Evol’s work as he put the ring on her middle finger, the dark metal adjusting to her size until it fit perfectly. 

“There… now you’re perfect,” he murmured, satisfied by the sight of the gold wolf’s coat of arms glinting under the dim lights of the car.

It looked like it had always belonged on her finger.

He had wanted her with him tonight, not hidden behind the title he carried, but standing beside him as his partner.

Now the piece of jewellery was the tangible proof of their bond.

Her hand trembled slightly with a mix of emotions that threatened to overwhelm her. Valko had just put a ring on her as if it was the most natural thing he had ever done.

She smiled, flustered and utterly fond of him, while she interlaced their fingers together and gave his hand a gentle squeeze.

“Next time you should go down on one knee, though…” she teased him affectionately and kissed his cheek, feeling his warm laughter right under her lips.

“And you should say yes,” he replied, matching the lighthearted tone, as he let her rub his cheek to wipe off the lipstick stain. 

When the car stopped in front of a fancy building and the driver opened the door for them, it was like a switch was turned on.

His posture straightened, his jaw clenched and his eyes lost the playful light they always had when it was just the two of them. Valko went right into chairman mood, and she followed suit without missing a beat. After all, years of training as a Hunter and different undercover missions carried with professionality helped her put aside her nervousness to be Ao Yin’s partner in front of a room full of important people and business men.

Even though their hands remained linked together for the whole time and his thumb brushed her knuckles in soothing circles. 

Polite greetings, small nods from distance and two flutes of champagne welcomed them into the most boring dinner they had ever been. And the worst past was that the people weren’t even that old… they were simply too pleased with their staggering inheritances and high-quality lives to actually offer an entertaining conversation.

The women asked about the ring on her finger, their tinted mouths eager to gossip about an incoming wedding as they proclaimed themselves -not really so sarcastically- jealous of the high reputation, the great properties and actions she would’ve likely obtained by becoming his wife.

But they completely ignored what his ring actually meant to her -a werewolf family that had welcomed her with open arms, the genuine promise of partnership Valko had already been keeping every day they spent together.

Meanwhile, the men seemed interested only in expenses, profit margins, and secure investments. 

By his side, she heard Valko taking deep breaths or letting out long sighs when his discussions about the research he was managing at the moment were interrupted by irrelevant questions. So she subtly leaned more against his side, her free hand holding comfortingly onto his arm, and tried to give him the strength to remain patient for a little longer.

But Valko loathed these social gatherings, and tonight reminded him exactly why.

He was glad that she was with him.

Though, when their gazes met between an empty conversation and another, he saw that she felt out of place just as much as him.

And he also sensed her hunger.

He was starving too.

The catering wasn’t bad but even if the waiters passed by often, their trails were filled with food that could barely satiate a bird.

“It’s finger-food,” she had whispered to his ear when he had raised an eyebrow at the cup of canapé a waiter had offered to them.

He could’ve eaten it all in one gulp.

But he had to be proper and eat a tiny piece at times.

While she couldn’t even taste much due to the gourmet sauce put on almost everything, because she had dared to question once what that was and the waiter had listed so many spices in such a fancy way to be incomprehensible. To not risk anything with her allergies, she simply settled for sipping her champagne instead.

They managed to resist for a couple of hours.

Then Valko politely excused themselves and led the way towards the exit.

“Wait… where are we going?” She asked, her heels clicking softly after his suit shoes to match his deliberate escapade.

“I promised you dinner. We’re going to have a proper dinner.”

Once the driver was dismissed earlier than expected, Valko helped her sit on the passenger’s seat before getting behind the wheel and the engine rumbled lowly as they left without glancing back at the luxurious building.

A soft grin tugged at his lips when, from the corner of his eye, he caught her hands slipping the heels off and her body relaxing on the leather seat.

“Do your feet ache?”

“A little… but it’s fine as long as you don’t make me walk on them anymore for tonight,” she answered honestly as she tilted her head towards him to watch him drive.

“Check in the compartment,” he gestured to her with a small nod without revealing much.

“Why…? Oh, no… I can’t believe this-”

She broke into a genuine laughter when she did as she was told and found a pair of fuzzy socks inside. She didn’t waste any time putting them on, giggling happily at the nice feeling of the soft fabric against her sore skin.

“You’re welcome,” Valko hummed, proud of having anticipated things correctly beforehand. And his grin turned into a wide smile as she leaned over the center console to press a loud, playful kiss on his cheek.

“Where is my loving partner taking me for dinner?” She questioned curiously, returning to sit properly on her seat to not distract him from the road any further.

“Right there,” Valko pointed at the fast food restaurant that was appearing on their way, and they ended up laughing some more at the irony of the night they were spending.

Because there was something wonderfully ridiculous about eating cheeseburgers in the back seat of a luxury car while still dressed for a business dinner.

Just like she had gotten rid of her shoes, Valko had taken off his suit jacket and rolled the button-up sleeves to his forearms to be more comfortable.

He hummed contently every time his teeth could sink onto the big, juicy burger he had ordered and chewed on it.

“Don’t make a mess,” she chided him halfheartedly as she used a napkin to dab at his chin.

“Thanks, sweetheart.” He replied, even if his mouth was still full.

She rolled her eyes but couldn’t exactly blame him, because she was devouring her own burger with the same hunger.

“Fries?” He grabbed the container of rich fries with cheese and bacon they had agreed on taking as a side-dish with a mere glance. 

“Mh-mh… thanks,” she nodded eagerly and forked some before bringing them to her mouth.

Valko watched her with a fond smile, happy to see her eat properly.

“This is the best part of the evening,” he said and then he opened his mouth when she fed him some fries back.

“The burgers?”

He shook his head and leaned in to nuzzle the tip of their noses gently.

“Escaping with you.”

✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ🐺*✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ: *✧: *✧: *✧

-._.-._-._.✦⎜Supporting #BRINGVALKOBACK campaign⎜✦._.-._.-_. 🐾 #WeLoveValko 🐾 #ValkoIsLoved 🐾 #ValkoIsInnocent 🐾 #ValkoIs6thLi 🐾

[This one shot is also published on AO3]

💚 To read more one-shots related to Valko, check the masterlist of “Until You Come Home” series.

💌 If you have any one shot request, scenario or head canon for Valko, my inbox is open and you can leave a comment under the dedicated post!!

[Taglist: @pinpointontop - @officialkatzline - @pdacex - ...] 🔖 If you'd like to be added to the taglist for future works related to VALKO, just let me know in the comments!!

📌 If you're interested in reading more of my works, you can go check my masterlist!

A collection of one-shots dedicated to Valko, written with the hope of keeping his story alive while celebrating all the little moments that make love feel like home. 🐺 #BringValkoBack 💚

🐾 “Popcorn and Jump Scares are a Must for a Movie Night” [crack fluff one shot ➤ love is sharing domestic moments]

A movie night is enough to discover who's the fearful between a human and a werewolf. There's an unspoken requirement, aside popcorn and jump scares, and is ending the night cuddled together. [907 awoos]

🐾 “The Return of the Wolf in the Woods Fails” [crack fluff one shot ➤ love is laughing through failure]

She would like to spend her week off at home, being lazy and cozy. Valko insists that spending time outside in the nature would be more relaxing. She trusts him. But camping doesn't go like Valko had programmed. [1,183 awoos]

🐾 “Just Hug me Tight” [hurt/comfort one shot ➤ love is trusting through absence]

Valko was supposed to be home in less than a week. Then one phone call changes everything. As days turn into weeks and uncertainty weighs heavier than distance, all she can do is wait and hold onto the promise that he'll find his way back to her. Sometimes, the only thing you need is a hug that reminds you you're no longer alone. [1,215 awoos]

🐾 “Gentle Nibbles and Ear Scratches” [fluff one shot ➤ love is accepting someone's instincts]

Valko has spent his whole life translating his wolf instincts into human expressions. But with her? He can finally let himself go and be himself without worries. She loves him just the way he is, and this can't make him happier. [967 awoos]

🐾 “Smelling Like Home” [fluff one shot ➤ love is learning someone's language]

After being apart for a while, she notices something unusual when Valko greets her: he keeps burying his nose in her hair. What begins as an awkward question soon turns into a heartfelt conversation about the world through a werewolf's senses, the language of scents, and what "home" truly smells like. [1,256 awoos]

🐾 “Everyday is Chocolate Day for Us!!” [crack fluff one shot ➤ love is sharing chocolate]

The 7th of July is World Chocolate Day. Valko and his girlfriend don't need any more excuses to go to the closest chocolate festival and taste every delicacy from the stalls. Because chocolate is never enough. [1,266 awoos]

🐾 “The Superior Courtship Strategy: four billion years of evolutionary continuity & working knowledge of prebiotic chemistry” [fluff one shot ➤ love is supporting someone's passion]

Valko has many talents: being a chairman, a scientist, a werewolf, and an expert at making his girlfriend's heart skip a beat. Unfortunately for him, he still doesn't understand that his laboratory habits might be his most attractive trait. When she visits him at work with a sweet treat and finds him completely absorbed in his research, she discovers that there is nothing more charming than Valko enthusiastically explaining primordial soup, molecular structures, and the origins of life. He thinks he is simply sharing science. She thinks four billion years of evolution led her to this exact moment. [1,328 awoos]

🐾 “Family and Childhood Memories” [fluff/comfort one shot ➤ love is sharing where someone comes from]

There is a part of him she has never met before: the little pup who grew up surrounded by family, homemade sweets, and memories hidden between old photo albums. When Valko brings her to meet his pack, she discovers where his love for chocolate, teasing, and warm embraces truly began. And later, as they recreate their childhood favourite recipes together, she learns that sharing food is not only about following a recipe. Sometimes, it means sharing a piece of yourself with the one you love. [2,075 awoos]

🐾 “Business Meeting and Fancy Dinner” [crack fluff one shot ➤ love is choosing each other over appearances]

Accompanying Valko to one of EonCore Tech's business dinner sounds glamorous -until they find themselves trapped between endless small talk, tiny gourmet portions, and people more interested in appearances than genuine connections. Sometimes, the best dinner isn't the fanciest one, but the one shared with the person who makes anywhere feel like home. [2,260 awoos]

🐾 “A Bright Smile” [crack fluff one shot ➤ love is delighting in the smallest discoveries]

A lazy afternoon on the couch turns into an impromptu dental inspection when Valko discovers that his girlfriend has tiny fangs just like his. To him, it's the most exciting discovery in the world. [1,179 awoos]

🐾 “Dawn will shine over the Darkest Forest” [hurt/comfort one shot ➤ love is fearing to lose someone]

When a routine mission turns into a fight for survival, Valko is forced to confront the one thing that terrifies him the most: a world without her. Thankfully, dawn always finds those who refuse to stop searching for each other. [2,337 awoos]

🐾 “The Science of Music” [crack fluff one shot ➤ love is singing off-key when you're with the right person]

While helping Valko with housework, she stumbles upon an old acoustic guitar forgotten in his storage room. He is convinced music is just applied mathematics. She discovers he once learned guitar to improve his "courtship success rate." Between embarrassing confessions, enthusiastic howls and a favourite song shared at the perfect moment, they find out that love doesn't have to sound perfect to feel just right. [1,873 awoos]

🐾 “Tonight Belongs to Us” [hurt/comfort - (crack) fluff one shot ➤ love is always showing up]

work in progress!!

🐾

Also available on AO3❣️ #WeLoveValko #ValkoIsLoved #ValkoIsInnocent #ValkoIs6thLi

💌 If you have any one shot request, scenario or head canon for Valko, my inbox is open and you can leave a comment under the dedicated post!!

💚 If you'd like to read my Dilf!Valko x Non!MC fanfic too, check “Welcome into the Wolf's Den” masterlist!!

🔖 If you'd like to be added to the taglist for future works related to VALKO, just let me know!!

📌If you're interested in reading more of my works, you can go check my masterlist!