Months passed, going by in a flash before morphing into a new year. Seiri had turned out to be an excellent teacher, and all of the ex-Priest kids really loved her. Occasionally, she wondered about the teens who hadn't come back to Konoha with her. She hoped they were living better lives, happier ones. Though, she knew that whatever they were doing, it was better than the life they had been living.
Seiri's biggest challenge, however, had been learning to open up more to Kakashi. They had become an official couple after she had gotten back from rescuing all the kids and killing the Priest elders, but it all still seemed so new to her.
Kakashi had no reservations of giving Seiri public displays of affection-holding her hand, stealing a kiss as they walked down the street together, taking her out on dates. He seemed to most enjoy their alone time most, though. Sharing moonlight kisses at the lake, cuddling on the couch as they read books, or just talking into the night. He loved her deeply.
Seiri wanted to take that next step though. Only, she didn't really know how.
With great embarrassment, Seiri sought out Kurenai-the Sensei of Team eight and a woman who Seiri had become great friends with over the course of her time in Konoha. It had taken the red head an immense amount of courage to work up her nerve to ask Kurenai for advice. She wanted to know what to do that would make her virgin experience not come across so terribly-as Seiri was sure that Kakashi had already been with someone before. She wanted her first time to be fun, and she wanted to avoid any awkwardness at all costs.
Kurenai looked sympathetically to the red head that sat before her, having gone out for tea together so they could talk alone. While she understood Seiri's reservations, she assure her that there was nothing wrong with awkwardness.
"Making love is messy sometimes, don't worry so much about it being perfect. The silliness and awkwardness can be what makes it fun! You can't be afraid to laugh with your intimate partner, Seiri. No one can control everything. But as far making it really enjoyable for you and him, just listen to your body. If it feels good, keep going. If it makes you uncomfortable or something hurts, then stop and maybe try something different. All you need to do is listen to how you're feeling and how he's feeling. Trust me, you'll know if you're doing something right." Kurenai said it all so casually, Seiri admired how comfortable she was talking about these things with her.
"But what if it's completely horrible? What if I disappoint him?" Seiri fidgeted with the tea cup in her hands, staring into the dark liquid within. "Should I just... fake it...?"
"I guarantee you that your first time won't be as enjoyable as the rest. But do not ever fake it," Kurenai stared hard into Seiri's golden eyes, her own red ones appearing very intimidating. "You guys like each other right? Maybe love each other even? If you fake it, he'll never be able to figure out what it is that you really enjoy-and you need to tell him when something feels good so he knows to keep doing that!-then you'll spend every intimate moment with each other completely miserable because you're not getting anything out of it."
"I need to tell him? In the middle of it?"
Kurenai sighed, taking a sip of her tea, "Oh Seiri... it's not as weird as it sounds, I promise. In the heat of the moment, you'll find that it's really easy to tell him when something feels pleasurable."
"If you say so..."
"Well, with all that out of the way, I think we should get you something so you feel extra confident and sexy!"
Seiri shrank a little, uncertain, "What do you mean?"
Kurenai smiled softly, encouragingly, "You need something to wear that will make you feel beautiful and assertive!"
"Clothes?"
Kurenai laughed, "More like lingerie." She winked at the red head and Seiri's cheeks flared a bright red.
"What? No... no, I couldn't do something like that! I couldn't wear something so risque in front of him!"
"Trust me," Kurenai said as they paid their tab and left the tea shop, "you'll thank me later."
Seiri wasn't so sure, but she submitted to the older woman's wisdom.
The more Seiri thought about it, the less ready she felt. She was already nervous about making that next step with Kakashi, now she had a wonderfully devious set of black lace laid out before her on the bed. She stared at it, completely unsure and entirely nervous. Though, Kurenai had assured her that it was okay if she wasn't ready to wear it yet. Seiri was in control, she wouldn't be forced into anything. If she didn't want to wear the set, she didn't have to.
Seiri shook her head. No, she wanted to do this.
Gingerly, she stripped out of her clothes and picked up the lingerie. She turned it in her hands, admiring the work of it. Then she slipped the set on.
Seiri had to admit, the feel of the lace on her skin was amazing. It was soft and silky, and as she looked at herself in a mirror, she admitted that Kurenai was right. She felt good in the set. It cupped all her features in the right ways and definitely bolstered her confidence. To finish it all off, she slipped on a black silk robe and then walked out into the living room to read while she waited for Kakashi to come home.
Seiri yawned as the day grew late, night enveloping the sky into a vast, dark blue-black. She felt herself drifting off as she slouched down and let her head rest against the arm of the couch. Just as her eyes fully closed, the front door opened and closed. Seiri faintly heard the sound of keys being dropped on the counter before footsteps approached her.
She heard a deep chuckle as someone lifted her up, arms sliding under her knees and shoulders as she was cradled. She was carried into the bedroom where strong hands tucked her beneath the blankets.
Seiri stirred, rolling to her side and opening her eyes to gaze up at the knowing smile of Kakashi.
"I see you bought some new things," he said playfully.
Seiri hummed, "For you."
Kakashi stripped down into some comfy pajama pants before climbing into bed next to the red head. He kissed her shoulder, wrapping his arms around her and cuddling her close. "Mmm, tomorrow... You're tired and we both need sleep."
Seiri rolled over so she was laying on her other side, facing that beautiful smile of the man she loved. She hummed again, grinning sleepily, closing her eyes, "Tomorrow then."
Then they shared a soft kiss before drifting off into a blissful sleep, wrapped in each others' arms.