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

She listened with perked ears as he told her a little about his history along with a bit of information about the place they were in. The water was good to soak in, and Venom could have guessed both that and the fact that it was poisonous. She didn’t say as much, but instead nodded softly in acknowledgement of the information. He also went on to return his name, which meant nothing to her anyway. Likely the Adravendi name had never even been uttered within the Empire.

”It’s nice to meet you.” She replied politely, knowing how important getting out into the world would be in her future. Venom didn’t have any desire to leave Ashen like her sister, but she certainly did not want to waste away within its walls either. Being allowed to roam Boreas on her own was one of the best parts of coming of age. ”Are you a loner? She asked suddenly as her purple pink eyes returned to his chocolate features curiously, her thirst for knowledge about the springs all but quenched. She did allow herself closer to the springs, doing as he suggested and finding a shallow pool to step her feet into.