Asa's back seemed to arch into Ashera's touch on it's own. Asa let out a happy sound, leaning against Ashera.
"That feels really good," Asa said, eyes half closed. Any time that part of her was touched, it felt like that. It was like the best back massage ever for her.
”I had a feeling it might.” Ashera admitted. Since she was so receptive to being pet there as a Dragon… Why wouldn't it be just as good, if not better, when she was human. ”This isn't an easy spot for you to reach on your own, is it?” she asked, continuing the gentle action.
"It's really hard to reach," Asa agreed. "It's really nice of you to rub it for me…" Asa melted a bit more, snuggling close to Ashera and smiling gently. She let out a soft sigh, nuzzling into her neck.
”It’s no trouble at all.” Ashera smiled. To anyone else their actions and closeness may have seemed almost intimate, but Ashera didn't see it that way. Admittedly, most Fae were generally more flirty than others but she really just wanted to be with Asa and for her to be happy and comfortable.
Asa continued to purr softly, nuzzling into Ashera's chest. She lightly kissed Ashera's cheek, smiling brightly. She didn't really take anything at all expect as snuggles and pets, most because that was all she had ever received, especially from an owner.
Ashera giggled softly at the kiss and nuzzled her back, still rubbing Asa’s back. It would be so nice for both of them if they could just stay like this all day. But unfortunately that wasn't really an option today… and she’d have to check her appointment book for tomorrow.
Asa eventually opened her eyes again, looking up at Ashera.
"What time is it?" She asked quietly, knowing it was almost time, if not already, for them to change. She reached up, rubbing at her eyes a little to get more focused.
Ashera glanced at the window before sighing. ”Almost time. We really should get ready now.” she admitted, reluctant to let go. ”He’s probably almost here.”
Asa nodded slowly, beginning to pull away.
"I'll leave while you get changed," she said, slipping off of Ashera's lap. "I'll just turn back in the hallway."
Ashera shook her head. ”No. It's alright. You can change here and I’ll get dressed in the bathroom.” she offered, since the hallway didn't necessarily seem like the safest place… Even if she changed right against the door.
"Are you sure?" Asa asked. "I just need a second or two." She climbed off the bed, stretching her wings a little before folding them against her back.
”I’m sure.” Ashera nodded. ”You can take as long as you want. I’ll only take a minute or two but I don't mind you using my room.” she smiling softly as she stood up.
"Okay." Asa flicked her tail a little, sitting back down. She really did just need a moment. She slowly returned the smile, hands in her lap.
Ashera smiled brighter and quickly grabbed her clothes for work. ”I’ll be right back.” she said before lightly placing a kiss between Asa’s horns and darting to the bathroom.
Asa grinned at the kiss, leaving into a little before Ashera disappeared to the bedroom. Area sat on the bed, stalling a moment, then shifted to her dragon form. She sat on the bed, front legs crossed.
Ashera changed into one of her usual flowing skirts and a slightly less breezy shirt with tighter elbow-length sleeves. After brushing her hair and making sure that she looked ”human appropriate”, she grabbed a hair tie and came back to check on Asa.
”How do I look?” she smiled, giving a twirl to show off her outfit.
Asa looked with when Ashera came out, nodding her head.
"You look really good!" She smiled, jumping off from the bed and padding over to Ashera.
Ashera smiled brightly and knelt down so she was closer to Asa. ”Thank you. And you look as cute as ever.” she complimented in return. ”Did you want to come with me and watch?” she asked a little hesitantly.
Asa thought a moment, then nodded.
"It'll be interesting to see what you do for your job." She was smiling from the compliment, keeping close.
Ashera nodded and gently picked up the young Dragon. ”Alright. It's really not much. I just make ”potions”, ointments and charms for people depending on what they want or need.” she explained, standing back up to head downstairs.
"Oooh, that sounds really cool!" Asa snuggled down in Ashera's arms, happy as she was carried downstairs. She let out a happy sound, more habit than anything by now.
Ashera smiled at the sound and her interest in her work. ”It’s simple enough. I'm not the only Fae who can do it but I have a pretty good reputation so I get enough customers for this to be a job.” she admitted with a shrug. And it was much more preferable to trying to find a job in the human world… But she wasn't going to verbalise that.
"Well, I'm glad you get to do something you enjoy as a job. It means a lot when you're really good at something and enjoy it…" She leaned her head against Ashera, smiling.
Ashera smiled softly and petted her smaller friend. ”That’s very true.” she agreed happily.
A firm couple of knocks echoed at the door.
Asa had been about to respond when she heard the knock. She quickly closed her more, a little frightened by how close she had come to being heard. She pushed herself closer to Ashera, closing her eyes a moment.
Ashera held Asa comfortingly closer and continued to pet her. ”It’s alright. I’ll protect you.” she whispered, lightly kissing her forehead before going over to open the door.
Asa nodded her head a little, leaning into the kiss. She stayed in Ashera's arms as she opened the door, peeking over to look at the person there. She let out a soft sound, staying close to Ashera.
Ashera smiled politely as she opened the door fully, revealing a somewhat nervous-looking young man with short blonde hair and dark-toned eyes. ”Hello sir. Please come in.” Ashera greeted.
The human swallowed a little and hesitantly walked in. ”T-thank you for seeing me, ma’am.” he said stammered softly.
Asa sniffed a little, but didn't move to go nearer to the human. Honestly, she didn't trust him, both because of his nervousness and that he was just human. Nervous humans were prone to striking out, in her experience. Best to stay close to Ashera for now.
Ashera nodded and lead the human to her kitchen, still petting Asa. ”Now, what can I help you with?” she asked kindly, as she studied him carefully.
When the boy started explaining, still very nervous, it became apparent what he wanted. He had a crush on some girl and a big job interview coming up soon but he seemed to completely lack any form of self-confidence. What he really needed was a couple of therapy sessions, not a magical quick fix.