Fortuity [Sophia & Asp]

[thesteedman]

Sophia had to fight a flinch when she felt Asp breeze her hands over the skin of her shoulders. To be certain, Sophia was no stranger to having people lay their hands upon her, but the manner in which they did was always in a much more aggressive manner given her current occupation and even her past as a Martial Arts competitor. It was something of an auto response that she was ready to counter or attempt to evade capture when her opponents tried to grasp her. There was no aggression in this touch from Asp... this was something new to her and the German beauty was unsure how to respond.

Her form noticeably tensed at first, way beyond her normal comfort zones, but by now such a reaction was to be anticipated. Sophia straightened herself, as Asp began to slide herself on the couch besides her, her fingers firmly running along the lines of her shoulders which were now most exposed due to the new attire the exotic red head had borrowed her. The first amount of pressure came from Asp's expert hands, as she firmly began to press her shoulders. Discomfort began to run along the muscles, already tensed from carrying not just her current ailment, but from what was probably years of tension and no rest.

Sophia stifled a yelp, before she felt a force begin to guide her, noticing how Asp looked to reposition her on the couch. Sophia did not fight the motion despite her nerves screaming at her, and before she knew it, Sophia felt herself lying on her stomach against the luxurious couch, her head tilted to the side, with the furniture being vast enough for Asp to shift herself above Sophia, sitting cross legged as those alluring yet dangerous legs of hers wrapped around air for her to sit cross legged.

Sophia flinched, her back near spasming when Asp began to massage her more firmly. Her fingers worked along years of strain and tension within her shoulders, and Sophia's face briefly soured with an expression of pain. It was all she could do not to gasp out loud, but she managed to supress it. It was clear Asp was not trying to hurt her, but at the same time work needed to be done. There was pain... but it was not the kind of pain Sophia was accustomed too... this was different... as harsh as it was at first, the relief that followed made enduring it worth it. Sophia finally let a gasp slip out, but it was of great relief as the first few knots of tension were firmly massaged out.

That tensed posture began to relax in her shoulders as they finally began to slump the more Asp worked her magic and experience. There was still discomfort, but it was fading, and the aftermath was a sensation Sophia was not experienced with... a feeling of relaxation. Her shoulders felt like they were resting, her muscles softening just a little to allow Asp's fingers to glide and caress all the more smoothly. At no point did Asp shift the pressure, it always remained the same, but now as those knots began to work themselves out under Asp's guide, pain was replaced with discomfort... discomfort soon replaced with rest. Sophia took a few deep breathes.... this.. this was actually nice.

"You are too kind. I wish my own experience of Deutschland was so warming; it has been some time since I visited back where I was born. I feel England is perhaps more something I can call home to me than Deutschland, even with its faults and its terrible weather." Sophia would speak, her tone a lot more relaxed as she felt herself melting into Asp's hands.
"Egypt is a country I have never had the pleasure of visiting. It is something I must rectify. I am well-travelled myself, but it was more through the business world when I was in my adolescence, before becoming more competitively journeyed. I was foolish not to enjoy the best of the world during my ventures... I only ever remained in hotels, but that is something I am trying to change. I have seen much of Japan since my arrival here... it is a beautiful country." Sophia whispered.

Not knowing if Asp was done or not, Sophia slowly began to shift as if to rise and get up. However, her expression gave away that something still troubled her. By now Asp would have felt that Sophia's troubles and ailments ran through her entire back. The poor woman had been carrying too much tension already and for so long. No doubt her back muscles also needed work and her spine needed a good crack to loosen up the alluring platinum blonde.

[BlackAkuma]

Asp didn’t move away when Sophia flinched, fighting the temptation to move away. In truth, she’d expected that the German would have this sort of response. After all, it was too clear that this woman wasn’t accustomed to intimacy, whether it be in a more sensual match or just as a casual indulgence. It was hard to fathom how such a rough, powerful beauty as this could go so unloved, but then, perhaps others had simply given up where she had persisted. There was a real chance that she was the first woman to touch Sophia like this in a long time.

She wanted to ask why that was, what had made her this way, but Asp resisted the urge. She was here for dance lessons, not a therapy session, and she was already treading dangerously close to unspoken boundaries. Best not to press her luck

Instead, she focused on her work, pressing into Sophia’s body with persistent pressure, targeting all the tender spots, going for the muscles, applying the right amount of force at the right places, wearing her down to the nub. She stayed diligent and attentive, and it all paid off when she heard the sigh come from Sophia’s lips. Relief. Sweet, sweet relief.

”Yes, you must travel to Egypt some time and sample its pleasures. “ Asp nodded as she built up a steady rhythm. ”We’re a people with a rich history, and we can be quite welcoming. I would love nothing more than to take you around Cairo, one day. It is a city of wonders.” The mere thought of it was enough to bring a smile to her face, as remote as the opportunity would be. It took a small miracle to get Sophia into her apartment, convincing her to come across the world would be a Herculean effort.

That smile waned, however, as Sophia moved to sit up and exposed her back, showing that there was still so much work to be done. ”Ah, your back is a mess.”She slid back, giving her guest enough room to maneuver. ”Onto your chest, please, let me put it at ease. It will make this session easier on you, as well.“

[thesteedman]

Sophia rolled her shoulder. There were still some little kinks of discomfort here and there, but it was the most movement she had managed from it since taking that dangerous kick from Asp in their match last week. If filled her with much hope that she would be able to wrestle again, feeling the tension was eased. She rolled both shoulders, the other feeling nice and loose as Asp had not neglected her healthy shoulder either. Despite the initial pains, Sophia could not argue with the results. Asp certainly knew her craft well, and her hands had worked wonders in what little time she worked upon them. Sophia was about to rise from the couch, seeing Asp shift to give her some space... but Asp was quick to request that she ease back down on the couch.

Turning to glance upon Asp, she listened and could see her viewing over her back muscles, now more exposed then ever whilst she was donned in the unique and alluring belly dancing attire. The manner in which Sophia moved gave away that her back was just as much in a terrible condition of high tension as her shoulders, no doubt years of conditioning without having proper rest or allowing for another to work those knots away.
"My... back?" Sophia whispered a little unsure at first. No doubt it required Asp putting her hands upon her, slowly working upon more personal spaces. However, at this point even Sophia struggled to find any argument of real merit. Her shoulder was already feeling so much better, her first real massage working wonders for the alluring German's form.

It still left her a little nervous, knowing those hands would be slipping down her exposed back, but there was no arguing with the results. In an accidental alluring manner, Sophia would finally comply to Asp, slipping her well-tuned figure upon the couch once more. She lay on her stomach and chest, the couch soft yet firmly cushioned against her well-shaped breasts whilst the material felt smooth against her bare midriff and legs. Her head remained slightly lifted for now, her arms crossing before her as she faced away from Asp. Despite how good it was to look upon, Sophia's back was certainly tight, well defined but clearly holding a lot of strain. Sophia had been victim to many back wrenching holds, and it was clear all that years of tension still remained.

"Has there been a place you have visited and not enjoyed?" Sophia would ask softly, trying to keep conversation going more for her own sake then anything, but the question was of genuine interest to her as she waited.

[BlackAkuma]

”Yes, your back.” Asp could sense the trepidation in Sophia’s voice, understandable given the further request she was asking. ”It’s important that women in our profession preserve our spines. You will thank me for this as the years go on and your hairs turn gray, believe me.”

Though she had her reservations, Sophia eventually acquiesced and rolled over, showing her back. It was no meager display, either. Such fine muscle, toned and hardened. The woman seemed hewn solid granite, and Asp would be lying if she wasn’t tempted towards more intimate pursuits.

She resisted those urges, however. Sophia was her guest, she had given her trust. She would not betray it.

Instead, she moved over the German and sat astride her hips, easing down on her for a comfortable seat. Her hands came out, pressed against her lower back, and worked their magic from there, kneading her back muscles like stubborn dough. Moving further and further up, going deep, seeking all the tension and trying to release, pushing in as much as her body would allow.

Asp was so focused on her work that it took her a moment to properly respond. ”A few, yes. I was in New York City briefly, but I can’t say the place was to my liking. Too crowded and confined, rather unclean all around, and there is a distinct lack of public bathrooms.” Her face blanched at the recollection of certain memories she had no desire to share with polite company. ”I found Russia rather distasteful, as well. Bleak and depressing, to say nothing of the weather. The food was wonderful, however.”

She hummed along as she moved higher and started work on the woman’s trapezius muscles. ”And yourself?”

[thesteedman]

The manner in which Asp moved was slow and methodical, coming to slide over Sophia in a delicate and easy manner. Her bare legs slid from below the open skirt of her belly dancer attire, her thighs coming to firmly press in against Sophia's sides before her shins and feet tucked in against Sophia's own exposed legs. It was a fair amount of skin contact, and Sophia noticeably tensed at first as Asp would come to ease down upon her rear for better position. Asp's alluring legs seemed to hold her in place, and Sophia was all too familiar to their power after being kicked so hard it put her shoulder in the previous state it had been in. She had also been trapped between them, knowing just what power Asp could inflict after that bodyscissors during their match. This was Sophia's first real massage, and she had no experience of it, unaware of this was the method or not and essentially placing herself in Asp's hands.

Sophia flinched when her warm hands came down to press against the small of her back. It was not through her usual nervous alarm however, but more that her back was so tight and tensed. It caused initial discomfort, and Sophia winced, biting on her lower lip as a small grunt slipped out. Asp persisted as she had with her shoulder, her hands and fingers kneading into her lower spine. It was an area that regrettably had been victim to some powerful bearhugs and scissors alike, with Asp being on the list of those who had crushed her. No doubt Sophia had performed stretches, workouts and freezing cold baths to ease the tension in her spine following matches, but her back longed for this kind of attention.

The first few moments were rough, and Asp could notice Sophia was not relaxing. She was tensing up, the muscles badly strained. A few clicks and pops would sound out, as Sophia groaned in both pain and yet satisfaction. As her fingers and thumbs worked deep, Sophia finally began to ease. Her breathing was a little harder than before, but slowly she began to sink into the couch as the worst of the tensions and knots were worked out from her spine. It was alarming to know she carried such discomforts for so long... it was not perfect but it was a fine start when Asp worked her way up, working on her upper back. It was not as severe, and Sophia did not tense up this time, feeling Asp working her magic along her mostly exposed back.

"Russia never really appealed to me after I spoke to some former colleagues about it. I heard of similar experiences. Cold and hard, and that was not just the weather." Sophia would manage to speak finally after a long pause and a few breaths. "I have found the United States to be both a delight and a disaster. It is a vast place, and I found some States to be more desirable over others. I enjoyed my brief time in Colorado, but likewise much of my time was in New York. It was so hectic..." Sophia reflected. Sophia had never really thought about it, but she was actually significantly more well-travelled than she realised. She was involved in the business world, but that was a cold part of her life, and no matter where she had been in the world, it was all the same... offices and lifeless buildings. It was only during her Martial Arts career and the wrestling career she partook in now that she began to take time and enjoy her travels.

She winced as Asp worked a few more knots of tension from her shoulder. Her heels arched a little, and her toes curled, before the strain was eased away by Asp's massaging hands. Her body felt warm against her own, her legs tucked in firmly against her hips and ever so slightly entwined with her own legs. Her hands felt warmer, and glided over her back as if her own skin was made of silk. Sophia was a stoic and private individual, and the notion of having a massage was very much once a foreign concept to her... yet here she was, getting a massage from a woman she had been fighting against only a week ago.
"Please do not mistake my question for a lack of gratitude, but I must ask... why are you doing this for me?" Sophia would ask quietly. Her experience in the LAW federation had been a turbulent affair... most that she had encountered in the ring had been sadistic and perverse, and too often Sophia had made enemies simply by defeating her foes.

Apart from Thereisa, Sophia had made no real friends or allies, yet Asp despite using the tactics she had proved to be a gentle and caring woman. True, Sophia was pushing significant boundaries with what she was doing, but it was Asp who offered kindly in the first place to teach her something out of her comfort zone. Even now she was helping her, giving Sophia her first massage, one that her poor body had longed for. Sophia was so used to hostility from other LAW wrestlers that this was a vastly unique experience to find someone who was well natured.

[BlackAkuma]

It was rough at first, as Asp knew it would be. First timers were always a bit weird when it came to this sort of attention, as if their bodies weren’t used to taking the mix of pain and pleasure that a good massage invoked. Combining that with Sophia’s natural sheepishness made for a volatile combination, and she knew well that it could go south at any point. She was frankly just glad the woman didn't go into a panic mode the moment she mounted her.

But no, to Sophia’s credit, she held on, kept with it, despite her clear reservations and trepidation, and Asp did her best not to grow too aggressive, to say nothing of her more lurid temptations. There was no denying the sundry thoughts that swam through her head as she had Sophia, this astonishing, chiseled goddess of a woman, so close and so helpless, but she erred toward her better nature.

It helped that Sophia tapped into her inner conversationalist, striking on a subject that the two of them had a shared experience in. It wasn’t often that she had the chance to speak with a fellow globetrotter - so many people stayed close to the lands they were born in and never even ventured to other countries, let alone the many that they had found themselves in. They were a rare breed.

”Colorado.” She repeated the name, liking the way it came off the tongue. ”I can’t say I’ve had the pleasure of venturing there. I might have to rectify that in the future, if it’s earned your approval.”

She went about her work, noting the many changes in Sophia’s body, pleased with all the results she was getting, when the wolfess asked an interesting question. While it was unexpected, it wasn’t a truly difficult one, and she answered it with barely a second of thought.

”Because I like you.”

And she left it at that and that alone. She was fully aware that there might have been a multitude of ways to take that, but she was content to let those fours words sit as they were, unless Sophia choose to press the issue.

[thesteedman]

"It is a simple place compared to most of your adventures. However... I did have fun there." Sophia would note. She winced a little as Asp found a few more knots of tension. The moment she found a sore spot, the red haired beauty began to get to work, running her thumbs deep against the offending muscle. A few times she made Sophia flinch, and what would feel like a sports massage at first soon turned more firm and relaxing once the offending tension was finally worked out. A moment would pass, and slowly Sophia began to sink more and more into the couch, her skin and muscles now easily glided over by Asp's now caressing hands.

With the worst of the kinks gone, she began to simply relax the muscles now, and Sophia could not fight a quiet and soft groan of satisfaction from slipping from her lips. Naturally the shoulder of the German had been the main culprit of her woes, but Asp had done all she could and her work and effort had left wondrous results. There was still a little soreness, but Sophia could feel all movement returned. Thanks to Asp's further and expert efforts, her back was much more balanced out. There was still some issues to be certain, and it would not be fixed over night, but Sophia's back looked much more relaxed. A crack here or there would no doubt work wonders for the alluring platinum blonde.

From being in a tensed and straining posture when Asp first mounted over her rear, Sophia was now like putty to her hands. Her form was much looser; Sophia herself was clearly more relaxed as her eyes were softly closed for the time being. It was only when Asp answered her question that the beautiful German would be taken off guard... and not for the first time this day in the presence of her gracious and beautiful host. When Sophia asked, Asp's response was quick and honest. She made no effort to hide anything. Sophia was unsure how to respond. She was often so forward herself that it took her completely off guard when someone else was so forwards with her. The response was direct, truthful yet oddly vague at the same time.

"I believe you are far too trusting and kind for your own good. I... I am not sure you have known me long enough yet to have a real sight of who and what I am. I... have an unfortunate method of driving people away and turning them against me. I make enemies with greater ease than I can make friends or allies." Sophia would respond in earnest herself. It was the first real glimpse at the woman Sophia had developed into, the one Sophia was trying to supress and change. It was a difficult challenge to be certain, but she was trying.

[BlackAkuma]

There was something so satisfying about feeling Sophia melt at her touch. Yes, the woman could’ve just told her that she was doing a good job, and that would’ve been gratifying to an extent, but there was nothing quite like feeling such a hard body melt under touch, the tactical sensation of muscles fading away and wearing down and all that resistance turning to mush.

But, as comforting as it was, she figured that the way she’d answered that question would draw a response. Though, she wasn’t quite ready for what she got.

”I suppose I can be too trusting, yes. I like to see the best in people, until given a strong reason not to.” As much as she hated to say it, there was no denying that she’d grown up rather sheltered, and that less-than-scrupulous types had taken advantage of her nature. ”And perhaps you’re right. But we always take a gamble when we open ourselves to others. There’s no way to know how a relationship will end, how bringing someone into your life will change things.” She reached over and gave her a reassuring pat on the shoulder. “I believe you are worth that risk.”

Content to leave it at that for the moment, Asp reluctantly slid off Sophia’s body and strode to the side of the room, taking a moment to grab a match off the shelf, strike it, and light a few candles along the bookshelf. The sun would be setting soon, and she craved the flickering light. Perfect ambience.

”Now,” She blew out the match and flicked it into her waste bin. ”Forgive my presumptions, but your body is suitably prepared - are you ready to begin? I’m certainly eager.”

[thesteedman]

It was probably a good thing that Asp stopped the massage when she had. If Sophia became any more relaxed she might have drifted off on the couch. She listened to what Asp had to say, but she was not so sure how to respond. Nothing that Asp stated was disagreeable, yet Sophia did not know what to say when she felt Asp pat her lightly on the shoulder to indicate that the massage was over. Fortunately she would not have to give a response, as Asp soon declared that Sophia was ready. She felt the woman slide almost delicately and smoothly from her own hips, before she began to set the lighting a little darker, letting the candle light and incense take more dominance to the ambience of the room.

Sophia slowly slid herself from the comfortable and long couch she had been lying on, feeling the warmth of the prepared room against her exposed skin. Asp could already see a significant improvement in Sophia's stance and posture. The poor woman had been carrying such woes for who knows how long. No doubt it would take a few sessions to really fix her up, but for what time Asp had with Sophia's back and body, she had already worked fantastic wonders. Sophia could feel it herself, rolling her shoulder which had been the biggest culprit of the night. The stiffness had greatly reduced, and the pain was all gone. Her back also felt great. There were a few little kinks here and there, some mild soreness from the deep tissue, but Sophia felt much better, and could feel flexibility return to her that she thought she had lost.

"That was simply splendid." Sophia could not help but declare, arching her back a little and feeling no discomfort in a significant range. Asp might have sworn she actually sore a brief smile, as fleeting as it was. Clad in little more than a belly dancing outfit, Asp was gifted once again with the sight of Sophia's fine-tuned form. Though her wrestling outfit had some flesh on display, it was more conservative. Much of Sophia's shoulders, her arms and her perfectly shaped legs were left to the elements, as well as more of her to die for midriff. Sophia was far from the only beauty present however, as Asp herself was simply a marvel to behold. Clad in her own green attire, much of her own well defined form was left bare, near glistening in the low light. Her deep red hair was loose, giving an exotic look to the already mysterious woman, as the light seemed to flicker around her.

Sophia could not deny Asp was an alluring beauty to behold. She thought as much before their match, but seeing her in such a different light certainly began to stir some feelings within Sophia that she was simply not used too.
"I... I suppose I am yours to command." Sophia would soon reply when Asp asked if she was ready to begin. Walking upon the soft carpet below her bare feet, Sophia took a place nearby Asp. All there was to do now... was wait for her instruction.

[BlackAkuma]

It was good to hear that Sophia was satisfied with the massage. Not just for the purposes of being proud of her work - after all, she could read the way this woman moved and see that she had done a good job. Even in the short time that the German had been in this room, the differences were noticeable - she moved lighter, more fluidly, the pain was gone and an easygoing grace replaced it. It was a beautiful thing to see, really. Like a bird with a broken wing taking flight again.

”I am pleased that you are pleased.” She gave a small bow towards Sophia. ”If you like, I can show you a few stretches that will help your recovery along, some routines that will aid your healing. And if you ever have need of my hands again, my doors are always open to you.”

It seemed that the walls that held Sophia back had been thoroughly demolished - needless to say, it heartened Asp to hear her willingness to begin. ”You are mine to command? Be careful what you offer me.” The tease was too tempting to resist, but she had no intentions of betraying this woman’s trust, and she blew it off with a quick giggle, before pointing at the space before her. ”Sit and watch. Siri, play Sage, by Beats Antique.”

Sage, by Beats Antique

As the music started up on Asp’s stereo, she began to move in time with it, flowing along with the beats. Hers bent and twisted with every note, her feet moved in slow, practiced steps, and it seemed like waves moved throughout her body, as if there wasn’t a single inch of her skin that she couldn't move as she pleased, as if she had complete control of every single muscle.

”Tell me, Sophia.” Her voice held the same alluring tone that it always came with, but she was more serious now, even motherly. While this dance was meant to titillate, it was also meant to demonstrate, and she made sure to move about and give her student a full view of what she was capable, seeing feats that might’ve seemed inhuman to the untrained eyes. ”When you look at me now, truly look at me, what do you see? What strikes me about my body, right now? The way it moves, what it can do?”