i missed you so

For a long moment there was silence between the two of them as Hattori thought about his response. Neither wolf willing to pull away quite yet, even as the shinobi reminded her of his restraints. Venom had indeed crossed a line, but he’d warned her that he’d keep her from questionable decisions. When spring returned though, he wouldn’t be in a contract with her. Venom resisted this long, another season would prove her resolve. Perhaps she’d find more definitive answers with Azure.

Until spring, she would have to console herself at the desire to have him physically at her side. Hattori lifted himself and pulled away from her, looking much more stable on his feet than Venom felt. ”Spring,” She repeated softly, as though it were possible she might forget. The Shinobi lowered his head and bowed low before taking his leave of her, but the young Empress wondered if he was restraining himself. He was just as tempted as she was, but showed his strength in his convictions, and Venom respected him all the more for it.

”Good evening, Hattori.” She returned almost wistfully. ”Thank you for sharing your sake.” Venom added appreciatively as she lowered herself into the sand to enjoy the light buzz it gave her.