He listenned closely, analyzing as he did out of habit. He was a counselor and hypnotherapist by trade. It was a trained response to analyze a person's thoughts based on their responses, especially when their inhibitions were lowered as much as hers were currently. He didn't think she was even aware that she was talking. Her words were just simply flowing evenly, following whatever thought pattern her mind took. She was a decent, morally straight, hard working girl. He found that reassuring. Women like that were rare.<br/><br/>Finally, she began to doze, and he smiled. It was adorable. She fought so hard, dragging her eyes open each time the drooped, trying to continue the conversation. She only managed to mumble incoherently though, and he was sure she was unaware of it. Her eyes were glazed heavily, even when she was able to keep them open for a few seconds. She was out. She had just not realized it yet. This thought amused him and he chuckled as he watched. It was fascinating to him, watching her drift off like this. He found it comforting to know that he had spared her more trauma and pain. She certainly had enough of that.<br/><br/>When she finally gave in and curled up against him, he carefully reached around her to grab the book he'd left on the arm of the couch, knowing he'd need it when she dozed off. He read a chapter or two before realizing how very much he enjoyed holding her this way. It was nice, caring for someone who so needed it. This thought surprised him and he looked down at her face, half buried in his chest, and just stared. Feelings he'd not felt in years began to stir groggily within him.<br/><br/>"Uh oh..." he mumbled, "this is unexpected..."<br/><br/>It didn't take him long. With her on his lap this way, he was utterly warm and comfortable. He scooted down on the couch just enough to lay his head back, and sighed. His eyes were heavy, itchy, so he just let them roll closed, relaxed, and let sleep take him. The last thing he was aware of, was a slight twitch in her legs as she slept. His lips pulled into a smile as he drifted off, his arms tightening around her ever so slightly to keep her snuggled against him. The last thing he wanted was for her to fall off.