Chapter 17 : Nighttime

" Sweet dreams too... . "

Ishi settles comfortably into bed. He tries to assume his usual position without taking up too much space. He tosses and turns several times, and it must be 30 minutes since he got into bed. After yet another turn, he falls face down on Komi. She is asleep... Her chest rises and falls slowly. He looks at her chest and notices that she is wearing a bra and probably panties too. What a disappointment !

Komi stirs slightly in her sleep, a soft sigh escaping her lips.

The oversized T-shirt rides up, exposing part of her pelvis and her pink lace panties.

Ishi restrains his urges for her. He wants to jump on her... .

Komi murmurs softly in her sleep, changing position again. This time, she rolls onto her back, one leg slightly open. The hem of Ishi's T-shirt rides up to her waist, fully exposing her delicate lace panties. Her chest rises and falls with each breath, the pink tips of her nipples visible through her thin bra and T-shirt.

In this position, he can't see much, even though he knows she must be in a **** position. He slowly pulls back the blanket, exposing her body completely to his eyes. He can see her legs perfectly, her pelvis and panties being the only barrier between his eyes and her pussy.

She continues to sleep, unaware of the intimate view she now offers him of her body. Her skin is soft and inviting, almost glowing in the dim light. Her chest rises and falls steadily with each breath, the thin fabric of her bra pulling slightly on her breasts. She seems perfectly at peace, placing absolute trust in him, even in this **** state.

" Next time I'll make you sleep without anything on... . "

He says in a low voice, dreaming of his words.

Ishi runs his hand over her thigh from her knees to her pelvis, slowly appreciating her soft, tender skin. Komi stirs slightly at the sensation of his hand on her thigh, a soft moan escaping her lips. She sleeps deeply even at his touch.

Seeing her continue to sleep... he moved his hand up to her pelvis and then her stomach. He hesitated to run his hand over her panties, wanting to touch her pussy... .

" No, not yet... . I'll have to be more enterprising in getting physically closer to her, but without her rebelling. "

Komi's breathing quickens slightly as his hand travels over her body, but she remains asleep, unconsciously pressing herself against his touch. Her body reacts instinctively, craving more even in her sleep.

Ishi sees that her body is receptive. He moves closer, resting his face almost against her chest. He hopes that when she wakes up, she won't panic. Just knowing that her body was receptive was a victory in itself.

" Soon, soon... . "

Ishi says, finally falling asleep. Komi stirs, a slight moan escaping her lips as she feels his breath brush against her sensitive skin. Her eyelids flutter, emerging from her deep sleep.

After a few more minutes, Komi woke up too... and found him asleep. She opened her eyes. She saw his head close to hers but didn't panic, knowing that people move around at night. Besides, he wasn't touching her. She also noticed her legs spread apart and her panties exposed. She sighed.

" Luckily, he was asleep and didn't see me like this. "

She blushes deeply as she realizes the compromising position of her body. She quickly adjusts her T-shirt and covers herself as she sits up.

" Oh my God, what a delicate situation I've gotten myself into. "

She whispers, glancing at his sleeping body.

" At least Ishi acted professionally and didn't take advantage of the situation. I'm lucky to have such a reliable friend. "

Komi stretches, still feeling sleepy.

" Well, I guess this is just another lesson on the dangers and pleasures of intimacy. A topic to discuss with Ishi tomorrow morning, I'm sure. "

She feels truly relieved. He could have stayed awake and touched her, but no, nothing. What a great guy! She decides she must thank him. She takes his hand and places it on her side.

" We look a bit like a couple... but it's just for training. He's asleep anyway. "

The night passed. Komi woke up once again first. She smiled softly as she felt his hand on her waist move, a sign that he would soon wake up. This intimate contact made her shiver. Despite the initial shock of waking up in such a compromising position, she found comfort in his gentleness.

" It's really authentic, isn't it ? Waking up next to someone, skin to skin... . "

She thought softly, taking care not to disturb his awakening.

" I'm glad it's you, Ishi. I trust you completely. This trial is proving to be very... instructive. "

He wakes up when he hears her words. He notices her hand on his side. How could he not be surprised? He leaves it there for a few more seconds before removing it, pretending to be a good coach and friend.

" Hi, Komi. Yes, it's quite special, even for me, actually. You could say it was a success, indeed. Did you sleep well ? "

Komi blushes slightly as he removes his hand, a hint of disappointment mixed with relief at the loss of contact.

" I slept surprisingly well, all things considered. The bed was comfortable, and your presence... comforting. "

She stretches languidly, her oversized T-shirt riding up to reveal a piece of panties.

" As for the success of our... nighttime training, I'd say it was a resounding victory. We got through an intimate situation without incident or overstepping boundaries. That bodes well for my future with Tadano. "

Komi sat up, tucked her legs under her, and smoothed her T-shirt.

" Thank you again for your patience and respect, Ishi. Your advice is invaluable to me. I feel better prepared to face the complexities of physical intimacy now."

" Technically, we didn't do anything, but just being close is a physical connection. Well... let's get up. We need to go shopping to pick out an outfit for your future date with Tadano. Let's eat and take a shower first ! "

Komi nods enthusiastically, a bright smile lighting up her face at the thought of shopping for an outfit for a date.

" Shopping with you is always a pleasure ! I can't wait to hear your expert opinion on what would suit Tadano's tastes. Lead the way, oh wise and elegant friend ! "

She swings her legs over the edge of the bed, stands up, and stretches again. The oversized T-shirt rides dangerously high on her thighs.

" And a shower sounds divine right now. "