Summary: A series of Magnus and Alec one-shots because I love these two. I will take prompts, but please no lemons. I want to keep this to T at most. I can do lemons later, but these particular stories will be just for fun. Please review or PM me what you want. My inbox is always open. I don't know where these one-shots will take me, so please be warned ahead of time for possible triggers for anything. I care about everyone who actually takes time to read my stories and I don't want anything to happen to you. Additional trigger warnings will be placed on stories that need one.

Summary: Alec comes home exhausted and hurt and then wonders exactly when Magnus' apartment became "home" to him.

Home

'Cause they say home is where your heart is set in stone

Is where you go when you're alone

Is where you go to rest your bones

It's not just where you lay your head

It's not just where you make your bed

As long as we're together, does it matter where we go?

Home home home home

-Gabrielle Aplin

Alec was instantly greeted by the smell of sandalwood and the sound of Magnus' cheerful humming over the shower. He smiled despite his exhaustion and soreness and took off his dirty boots and jacket and plopped down on the couch with a heavy sigh, wincing slightly. He sat on the couch for a few minutes before the shower finally stopped along with Magnus' humming. The bathroom door opened, releasing steam and the smell of soap.

"Come on baby," Magnus cooed softly, followed by a happy mrow from Chairman Meow. Alec couldn't help but wonder why the cat was in the bathroom with Magnus while he showered. It seemed a bit weird, even for Magnus.

Magnus stepped into the living room with a towel around his waist and another drying off his hair. He glanced at the couch where Alec was sitting, a surprised look on his face. His hands froze, seizing drying his hair before he smiled and said happily, "you're home early."

Alec smiled back, the word "home" feeling amazing to his ears. "Yeah," he said. "Sorry if I dropped in unexpectedly."

"Not at all," Magnus purred. He closed his eyes and a pair of pajamas replaced the towel. The other towel he was using to dry his hair disappeared as well. "You're always welcome here, Alec. That's why I gave you a key. Besides, you practically live here already."

Alec knew he was right. Despite still technically living at the Institute, he spent every night with Magnus. He was about to say something, but he winced instead as he shifted a bit on the couch. The look on Magnus' face told Alec that the action did not go unnoticed. The warlock was frowning at him, his cat eyes holding a distinct look of concern.

"What's wrong, baby?" Magnus asked sitting down next to him on the couch.

"Nothing," Alec assured his boyfriend. "The hunt today was nasty; Jace got a concussion, and Clary nearly broke her arm. I'm just a little sore and tired."

"My poor muffin!" Magnus cooed, petting Alec's hair. Alec ignored the odd pet name and sighed. "I'll be fine," he insisted. "Believe me, I've had worse."

"I know," Magnus mumbled absent-mindedly. "I've seen it." Magnus continued to stroke Alec's hair. "Lean forward," he ordered.

Alec was hesitant, but did so anyway due to his trust for Magnus. As he did what he was told, he bit his lip as his back protested. It was painful, but he wondered where Magnus was going with this. He felt his shirt being lifted up slightly to his shoulders and heard Magnus tisk as his warm hand traced up his back softly.

"You've got this big bruise, baby."

"Probably from when my back was slammed into a wall," Alec scoffed.

"Mmm. I hate what you do," Magnus whispered, rubbing his back lightly.

"I know. But I have to do it." Alec felt his back become suddenly warm and his pain began to subside. "Did you just magic me?"

"I would never let my shadowhunter suffer," Magnus purred.

"You're the best."

"Of course I am."

Alec leaned back against the couch, appreciating the lack of pain that came with it. "It's good to be home," he said with a yawn.

Magnus rested his head on Alec's chest. "It's good to have you home."

Alec closed his eyes. "I feel tired all of the sudden."

"Side effect," Magnus explained apologetically.

"Will you go to bed with me?"

"You're comfortable," Magnus protested.

"You can lay on me in bed," Alec promised before rethinking his statement. "In a non-sexual kind of way. I'm too tired tonight." He got up off the couch and Magnus followed. Hand-in-hand, the two went to their bedroom.