You said that’s not funny, but it wasn’t a joke

His eyes were suddenly upon her and the young princess would not balk at his gaze. He took her in, his features curious at most. He seemed to be a loner, but she wasn’t sure. Nor could she be certain that he was no threat to Ashen and its members. She kept herself on high alert but wore a classic Klein smirk. When he quickly returned his attentions to himself Venom made the first steps into the clearing. White gloved paws carrying her thin frame over the yellowing grass and closer to the hot water springs.

She sniffed carefully at an unassuming pool, one ear swiveled in his direction should he make any movement or sound while her pink purple eyes focused on the hot water. ”You seem comfortable here.” She observed as she lifted her head from the steaming water and returned her gaze to the stranger’s features. ”Do you know much about it?” She questioned further before returning her attention to the water and carefully dipping a few toes. ”I’m Venom Klein Abraxas.” She didn’t meet very many strangers, she was young to have been allowed outside the territory without escort. Now she felt like she could take care of herself.