Nanoha looked over at Fate as the door opened, smiling to herself as the blonde walked into her bedroom. Slightly damp hair was still being dried and the black tank top Fate had picked out lightly flashed her stomach as her hands fussed with her hair. A pair of matching black shorts were claimed as well, completing Fate's evening wear. "You look nice in that," Nanoha said honestly. "You like black don't you?"
"Black, purple, and gold, my three favorite colors." Sitting on the bed, Fate went about combing her hair with the brush she had nicked from the bathroom. "If you're cold, you should adjust your heat or you may get sick."
"I did, it just takes a moment for it to happen. Besides, I like your jacket, it’s nice." The girl smiled innocently. "Enjoy your shower?"
"Yes, thank you. I needed one after today." Fate continued to mess with her hair until it was tangle free, then pulled it into a ponytail to stay out of her way until it dried completely. "What time is it?"
"A little past nine."
"Shouldn't you be doing your evaluations for today? Don't let me keep you."
"I had to take care of it earlier when I transferred Teana into Subaru's room. Turns out they trained together for a while. I accepted Subaru after she failed her B-rank mage test. Teana was accepted into Lexus' base as a low level cadet as well. She has been doing odd jobs around the base, but not much actual combat or training." Giving a light sigh, she shook her head. "This is going to be such a headache."
"I can help." The blonde shifted so she was sitting next to Nanoha. "I know I'm not an instructor, but I can still assist you. It’s not like I have anything else to do. Go over tomorrow's training plan with me, I can be on the field as you instruct."
"Do you normally help me out training?" Nanoha stretched out her upper half before moving to a sitting position with her legs out in front of her.
Fate glanced at Nanoha's legs before shaking her head. "No, I only sometimes go on the field. Maybe once a week or so for special training or a demonstration. Generally I'm too busy doing my office work or making rounds..." Looking at her friend, she finally let out a small sigh. "Can I ask something tasteless?"
"Go ahead." Nanoha leaned her hands behind herself and braced on them. "I know what you're going to ask anyway."
"... How are your legs? Is it painful?" Not being able to help herself, she traced a finger along Nanoha’s left shin. "I'm sorry, but it’s so sad seeing you in a wheelchair..."
The girl gave a small giggle at the questions. "No, no, no pain. I've been like this for several years now so it’s just common place now. Besides, I have this entire room customized just for me. All my shelves are the right height, and Raising Heart was incorporated into my Smart Chair. She can change shape to fit my needs, allowing me to do anything from easily getting from my chair to couch, bed, or even from the ground to my chair. She can move very fast, which is always fun to do. Honestly, it’s not much different from walking. Mid's handicap laws are a lot better than Earth’s and the technology is so great, it’s not really a hindrance at all. Besides..." Nanoha leaned forward and ran her hands down her legs, purposely catching Fate's finger between two of hers. "I got like this from magical damage, not physical. I still have active nerves in my legs, so I can feel everything just like normal; I just can't move my muscles."
"I...see." Fate thought about this while Nanoha played with her finger. "That makes me feel a little better." Her red eyed looked at the hand teasing her finger by running her's along it. "You're just like her."
"I
am her," Nanoha countered simply with a smile, tugging on Fate's finger playfully. "I owe you a back rub."
"Ah, you don't have to-"
"Really, come on." Nanoha pulled on the finger between hers a few times, urging Fate to move closer to her. "On your stomach." She watched Fate reluctantly lay down and shifted herself so she was sitting beside her friend. Palms pressing against Fate's back, she began to contently rub. "Sorry, I'm not very good at this. If I press too hard let me know."
"I like it hard." Fate mumbled down into her pillow. "I'm weird like that."
"I see," Nanoha pressed down a little harder, getting an almost instant sound of pleasure. "Hey, Fate-chan?"
"Hmm?"
"Tell me more about yourself."
"Like what?" Fate rested her cheek on a pillow and closed her eyes.
"What do you like?"
"Mm?"
"Like..." Nanoha thought about how to expand on her question. "Your favorite food?"
"Roast chicken."
"Drink?"
"Dr.Pepper, on ice in a glass only. Scotch on the rocks for alcoholic."
"Clothes?"
Fate chuckled. "You're an inquisitive little thing tonight." The hands on her back pressed down and ran up her spine, making her almost fall asleep while answering. "Anything black. I like skirts, stockings and pantyhose. Denim is nice, and if I can get away with it, shoulder less, fuzzy shirts."
"Shoulder less?" Nanoha hummed. "And you say you don't like me being revealing?"
"You're different..." Fate yawned, moving her hands under the pillow and getting comfortable.
"Underclothes?"
"Black and lacy...I like frills." Fate started to mumble as Nanoha went to her shoulders.
The girl sitting on the bed smiled to herself, watching Fate's sleepy face slowly start to drift off as she rubbed. '
Well, now I know what clothes to buy you while you're here... It's not much, but it’s a start. I can make a run to town during lunch and have Vita cover for me if I'm a little late, she'll understand.' Several minutes passed by in silence before Nanoha heard soft snoring sounds. Her hands paused and she curiously leaned over to look at Fate, smiling happily at the cute sounds she was making. '
She's adorable when she's asleep... Well, sleep sweet, Fate-chan.' With that, she pet Fate's back twice before carefully shifting get in her wheelchair and then pull the covers over the girl.