Disclaimer: I do not own anything concerning Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha.
Sometimes, after a particularly hard hunt for a Jewel Seed, she opts to sleep at her house instead of on that ship she's been staying on. Tonight is one of those times.
After checking that Arf has fallen asleep, I slip out the door silently, making no indication I ever left, as it could possibly draw the attention of those I know.
Just as stealthily, I head for her house. And although I was never formally introduced to where it is, it is not that hard to find. By the time I arrive, all of the residents are fast asleep, and I make my way up the stairs without any interruption.
Opening the door to her room, I walk in and look around me. There are three things that catch my eye.
The first is the boy, currently in his animal form. My mind catches a wistful thought wishing I was in his place for a moment. Quickly, it is shrugged away. Mother is important, and will not be replaced that easily.
The second is her device, Raising Heart. I know it can see me, but I don't know why it does not alarm anyone of my presence.
Shrugging that aside, I turned to look at the third. The girl herself. Nanoha Takamachi. Even though the room is dark, I can tell she has a few bandages on her face, administered by the ferret. I should know. I was the one that inflicted those wounds just earlier today.
Silently, I crawl into the covers.
My left hand then moves onto her cheek, causing her to shift and shuffle around a bit. To my surprise, her eyes open, spotting me in front of her. Before she can say anything, I move right next to her and lightly peck her lips with my own, in response to which she smiles. By now, she's gotten used to this, as it is my third visit.
Without needing any words, she pulls me in and gently rests her head next to mine. I close my eyes and wrap my hands around her in response. Quickly, we both fall into a light and gentle sleep. We both know that I will be gone by morning. But for now, we just rest in each other's company, mutually agreeing to leave the fighting for another day.
She is Nanoha Takamachi. I am Fate Testarossa. Though we have differing opinions and are directly opposed during this conflict, we still softly rest with the other when we need to.
Yes, I know this pushes the limits of plausibility a bit. Please Review.
