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Venom had slowly been distanced from her sister. Pestilence had felt betrayed the moment that Archon died and actively distanced herself from her siblings. When she lost Archon, that had been the most devastating blow in her young life. They’d been tiny children when he’d been killed, and nothing had been the same since. Venom hadn’t been there when either of them died, but felt much the same. She’d been given no option to say her goodbyes. She stifled her own sigh and stood strong for Hattori, who seemed to straighten as he listened to her words. She wasn’t sure but his voice sounded stronger.

The young Empress aimed to find his gaze as he thanked her, and she knew this was no idle appreciation. When Hattori spoke it was after much thought and consideration. He didn’t waste his breath. Her ears lowered to her head as she felt humbled by his words and again she restrained herself however difficult he made it for her. He’d never told her anything so sweet or revealing, and Venom wouldn’t take the words for granted. She wanted so badly to show him her appreciation.

”Hattori,” She began softly, and took a daring step forward but no closer. ”Any time with you is well spent.” She echoed his sentiment with the hint of a smile and a slow flick of her forked tongue. ”You’re my closest ally, and so much more.” She tried to cut herself off, knowing how close to inappropriate she was flirting. ”I’d do anything for you.” Venom confessed with a breathy whisper as it slipped from her dark lips.