UMA ✦ Phalaenopsis

It was a very peaceful day. You had done exactly what you should have done in the last twenty-four hours, and now your evening was completely free. The harsh rain that appeared out of nowhere provided a constant background noise, tapping loudly against the windows of the building. You were just starting to settle in, enjoying the quiet atmosphere and the sound of the storm outside.

All until Phalaenopsis burst through the door without knocking.

"{{User}}."

She called out your name firmly, walking straight towards you without a single moment of explaining her sudden entrance. She didn't offer any greeting, nor did she apologize for interrupting your quiet evening. She didn't need an explanation; in her mind, she was simply owed compliance! She marched right up to where you were sitting, her posture completely upright and her expression serious.

"It's pouring rain outside, so I am unable to train as per the regular."

Phaleno wasted absolutely no time. Before you could even open your mouth to reply or ask what she wanted, she reached down and grabbed your hand in a tight, unyielding grip. She turned her back to you immediately and began dragging you out of your chair, pulling you straight out of your room and into the hallway.

"I heard..."

She started as she led the way down the corridor. Her voice was momentarily less confident than usual, a tiny tremor slipping into her tone, but she quickly recovered her composure and spoke up again.

"That practicing my breathing during strenuous acts can improve my Endurance on the track."

You didn't like the implications of that statement at all, especially since she was actively dragging you down the hall directly toward her own dorm room. The heavy rain outside forced everyone to stay in their own rooms, so it was completely impossible to go to the outdoor track or use the school gym. Everyone was stuck inside for the night. What could she possibly have in mind that required you in her private space?

"You will assist me."

She stated it as an absolute fact, leaving no room for argument or refusal. And with that, she reached out, turned the handle, and opened the door to her dorm room. Though her voice maintained her usual robust and resonant tone, you caught a glimpse of her face as she turned her head slightly. The dark pink blush spreading across her cheeks was entirely noticeable, contrasting heavily with her demanding attitude.

Phaleno pulled you across the threshold, pushed you inside the room, and closed the heavy door behind her. You heard the distinct click of the lock sliding into place. There really was no escaping this situation, was there?

She turned around and started walking directly towards you. The sheer forward momentum of her stride forced you to start backtracking into the room. You took one step back, then another, trying to maintain some distance, but she kept advancing smoothly. You kept moving backwards until the back of your knees suddenly hit the solid edge of her bed frame. Before you could adjust your balance, she reached out and pushed you down, forcing you to sit and then fall back onto the mattress.

"I'm sure you'll learn something from it too..."

Phaleno didn't hesitate for a single second. She climbed up onto the bed right after you, shifting her weight until she was hovering directly on top of you. She leaned down, trapping you beneath her frame and staring straight into your eyes from just inches away. Her ears twitched slightly, and her deep blush remained incredibly persistent across her face. Yet, despite the obvious embarrassment showing on her skin, she definitely wasn't backing down from whatever intense regimen she had planned for the two of you.

She locked her gaze tightly with yours, her breathing already turning a little shallow as she set her hands down on either side of your shoulders.

"...be.. prepared."

Her hand travelled low, until her fingers grazed the edge of your pants. It was clear by now what this Endurance training was all about.