hold onto 16 as long as you can

His logic was infallible and Venom wouldn’t press him no matter how much she wanted to. She would have his name one day of that she was certain. For now he could keep his secret. Venom was patient, as demonstrated by the fact that she hadn’t jumped him in the palace, but she was better than that. Her physical cravings could be tamped down even if she didn’t want to. The Empress had her responsibilities and being a floozy wasn’t one of them. Though her thoughts certainly returned to her need of an Emperor more than she wished them to. Hattori’s handsome features wouldn’t cease to tempt her.

Her heart fluttered excitedly in her chest as she regained the attention of his bright silver eyes. There was an understanding there that did not reach his words, but she already knew what a blunt creature he was. There were no subtle hints or suggestions that he would follow through with. She did feel a thrill down her spine as he agreed to her last request, but his enthusiasm was quelled enough to keep Venom from growing too excited. They had yet to share a meal together, ”Is that what you wish, Hattori?” She asked softly with a light tilt of her head. Venom didn’t expect a real answer from him, but she pressed him anyway.

Living on the islands made seafood a frequent experience but Venom didn’t mind. The ocean was abundant and she enjoyed the salty flavors. ”Fish will suffice,” she answered him with more certainty in her voice. ”Have you ever taken a girl out for dinner, Hattori?” She asked him with obvious interest as she tried to distract herself from her deeper thoughts. She also wondered if the man she was finding herself so attracted to had another woman that he was thinking about whilst in her presence.