Author's Note:Carmilla takes Laura to the shelter, cuteness happens. I'm so very sorry that I haven't uploaded. I feel terrible, I had writer's block and personal issues which stopped me from writing and uploading, but hopefully this little bit of cuteness makes up for it in some way. I apologize again and I just hope you guys hang in there.

Will their day go well? What will happen between the two?

Laura didn't expect Carmilla to say yes, but she couldn't be more thrilled. She'd never really been to a dogs shelter, Danny had been a Christmas present. So this experience, was going to be a whole new one. They walked in a comfortable silence, Carmilla didn't say an awful lot. Laura found it strange that, the previously flirty girl, was now quiet and almost shy. It was a completely different side to the brunette, and she quite liked it.

They'd been walking for a while, before Carmilla turned to face Laura. Stopping them both, infront of a small building. The door was hidden, under a circular arch of brick work. The whole building, was shaped like a giant igloo, with small windows scattered along the sides. Laura could also see the start of a fence, running from the side, to near the back of the building, with grass and paving stones leading the way.

'Welcome to Snow Place Like Home,'

Carmilla grimaced at the name. Rolling her eyes, when Laura giggled at the terrible pun, before continuing.

'Some of the dogs malt, so when we get in I'll find you some overalls to wear.'

Laura nodded, before following Carmilla through the wooden door. They were greeted by a young blonde woman, sitting by a white desk. What surprised Laura more, was that the girl was playing music out loud, whilst reading a magazine. Carmilla grabbed her arm, gently guiding her towards the desk. At the sound of footsteps, the girl looked up, flashing Carmilla a bright smile. Her eyes fell to Laura and then to their hands. She raised an eyebrow at Carmilla, who immediately let go of Laura's arm, before addressing the girl.

'Hey Elsie, I'm going to give Laura, the grand tour. Who's working?'

'Just J.P, the puppies are ready, if you want to see them?'

Carmilla nodded, mumbling a thank you, before she turned to Laura. Laura smiled excitedly, watching as Carmilla gave her a small smile in return.

'I'm going to put my stuff in the back, I'll bring you out some clothes.'

Laura watched as Carmilla waltzed into a small room, she couldn't help but stare at Carmilla's retreating backside.

...

She must have been staring for a little too long, because she heard a cough and suddenly, she was all too aware, of her present company. She blushed, tucking a strand of hair behind her ear, as she looked at the other girl. Elsie smirked, before starting to speak.

'You've got to be more subtle than that, Kid'

Laura blushed some more, shifting awkwardly under her knowing stare. Sensing her discomfort, Elsie smiled warmly, standing up and extending her hand.

'Hi, I'm Elsie.'

Laura took her hand, shaking it firmly before introducing herself.

'Nice to meet you, I'm Laura.'

Elsie released her grip, moving to prop herself on the edge of the desk, as she spoke again.

'Well Laura, you must be some girl. She never brings anyone here.'

Laura was about to respond, when the back room opened and Carmilla walked out, clutching some new clothes for Laura. Carmilla was now wearing a deep blue polo shirt and some black overalls and her hair was tied back in a low pony. She had a bag of treats strapped to her belt and a whistle hanging around her neck. She was still wearing her glasses and Laura had to look away, she definitely did not, want Carmilla to see her drooling...again!

'Here, put these on Cutie.'

Laura smiled gratefully, pulling on the navy overalls that Carmilla had given her. Once she'd pulled the overalls over her body, Carmilla stepped infront of her. Her hands coming to straighten Laura's jacket, before running them along her hair as she tucked it inside the jacket. Laura probably could have done that herself, but there was something about Carmilla doing it, that made her squirm.

'Perfect.'

Laura smiled shyly at the brunette, they stayed still for a second, before Carmilla started to lead Laura down a small corridor. She yelled a goodbye to Elsie, who flashed Laura a cheeky wink, before they were left alone to explore.

'So, we do things a little differently, here. We like, to let the dogs adjust to another, naturally. We like them to play together and get used to one another, in an open environment.'

Laura listened with interest, as Carmilla explained. Currently, they were stood infront of a red door with a big window. Laura could see a man, similar to her own age, standing in the middle of the room. Carmilla paused, before opening the door.

'After you, M'lady.'

Laura rolled her eyes at Carmilla's gesture, but walked into the room. Her eyes widened as she took in the sight. They were in a huge circular room, the walls covered in bright colours and pictures. In the center of the room was a wooden jungle gym, with steps to climb and slides to play on.

Tunnels and hoops connecting everywhere, with a see-saw in the corner of the room. Everywhere Laura looked, there were dogs, all different types of dogs, running around the room. Along the edges of the room, were kennels and dog beds, all paired with dog bowls and water troughs. The room had big doors, that led to a spacious garden outside.

Laura had the hugest grin on her face, as dozens of dogs chased after one another. Seeing the pair, some dogs got excited and began bounding over to greet them. Within seconds, the girls were surrounded, by at least 6 dogs. After receiving a reassuring smile from Carmilla, Laura bent down and began cooing over the furry friends.

Carmilla sat cross legged on the floor, petting a husky with bright blue eyes. She gave Laura a lazy smile before fishing out some treats. Laura scooted closer to the brunette, looking at her expectantly. Carmilla rolled her eyes but conceded, getting dogs to do tricks and rewarding them with a treat. This was when she turned to Laura as she spoke.

'Here. You try, Cupcake.'

Laura took the treat, looking around, to see a small beagle, staring at her expectantly. She smiled hesitantly, before holding out her hand. The beagle sat obediently, handing Laura their paw, watching curiously, as she clapped her hands excitedly, before offering them the treat. Laura grins at Carmilla, who smiles warmly back. Laura decided, that she wanted to make the brunette, smile like that, more often.

'I'm not really supposed to show you, this room, but I'll make an exception, this once Cupcake.'

Laura felt a blush creeping over her cheeks, ducking her head, as she smiled. Before following Carmilla into a smaller room. She let out a loud squeal, when she saw what was inside. Inside the room, there were puppies, tiny, adorable puppies!

Carmilla smirked, as Laura bounced on her heels, before turning to Carmilla with wide eyes. Her eyes shone with excitement and she wore the widest smile, that Carmilla had ever seen. She rolled her eyes, but nodded. Within seconds, Laura had engulfed Carmilla in a giant hug, squeezing the brunette tightly.

After a few minutes, Laura released Carmilla, both smiling shyly at the other. Carmilla bit her lip, moving to push her glasses to the top of her head. Silently moving to sit down, before signalling for Laura to do the same.

They sat amongst the puppies, Laura picking up every one and cooing over it. Carmilla managed to take a few pictures, of Laura pulling faces at one of the puppies.

She got caught, when Laura spun around, almost tackling her in a mad attempt to get the phone. She was unsuccessful, which only made Carmilla smirk more, especially when Laura gave her the best pout she could muster.

...

'What are their names?'

Carmilla smiles at Laura's enthusiasm, before answering, pointing out each puppy as she did.

There were 8 puppies, all baby Pomskies. Laura got even more excited, when she realised that they were a cross, between huskies and pomeranians. She let out another high-pitched squeal, when Carmilla informed her, that they stayed the same tiny size, even when grown up.

They were called: Thor, Rogue, Pepper, Loki, Lexie, Draco(Carmilla, named that one), Kirsch and Frodo.

Apparently, J.P. loved pop culture, just as much, as couldn't help but tease Carmilla, for naming one of the puppies Draco. The brunette insisted that it was after a star, but Laura saw the embarrassed blush on her cheeks.

Laura immediately fell in love with Kirsch. He had white paws but grey fur, making him look like he was wearing tiny boots. He was very friendly, and after a while, settled in Laura's arms.

'He likes you, Cupcake.'

'You think so?'

'Oh, I know so. He doesn't take, to a lot of the workers around here, they find him too excitable.'

'No way! He's adorable, look at his little face. How could anyone dislike that face?!'

Carmilla had to bite back a laugh, when Laura bent down to whisper to Kirsch. Speaking to him, as though he could respond.

'I'll protect you, won't I boy? Yes, I know. You're adorable... yes, you are!'

'You know he can't respond, right Creampuff?'

Laura stuck out her tongue, completely ignoring Carmilla and focusing her attention on the little ball of fluff, lay in her hand. She wondered, whether she could smuggle him out with her. Deciding against it; not wanting to get Carmilla in trouble.

'Thank you, for bringing me here, Carmilla. I've had a great day.'

'I'm glad. So Cutie, I think you owe me coffee. Let me show you, an even better time.'

They stood outside the shelter, darkness slowly creeping up on them. The stars shining, as Carmilla fiddled with the keys in her hand. Laura sighed, shaking her head, as she began to speak.

'I should be getting back home, my dad will be worried.'

'You could just text him, tell him a hot girl is taking you out, for coffee.'

Laura rolled her eyes, folding her arms stubbornly.

'Why do you do that?'

'Do what?'

'Flirt.'

'You're adorable, Cupcake. I could just, eat you alive.'

'Instead of buying all of those leather pants, you should spend your money, on some new pick up lines. Is that why you're always working, to spend money on terrible pick up lines?!'

Carmilla narrowed her eyes, her jaw setting as she glared at Laura. She thought that Laura was different, maybe she was wrong. Her fists clenched, her hands trembled, as she stepped closer to the girl. Her voice now cold, as she snarled at the smaller girl.

'You don't know anything. You're a child, and I don't know why, I wasted my time.'

With that, Carmilla turned on her heels, storming off into the night. Fresh tears in her eyes, as she walked away, leaving a confused Laura, to stare after her fleeting form. What had she done?