just forget the world

Poison was the farthest being from her mind as she settled gracefully over the furs and let her mind wander as she wired. Anticipation flourished in her belly as she waited for Hattori to answer the summons. He and their future together, were often on her mind. There was much to be done in Ashen’s borders, and it would be seen to. Tonight though, Venom would distance herself from her duties and bring her betrothed along for a celebration of their decision. Unnecessary? Absolutely. However, the young woman wanted a few moments together where they could be Venom and Hattori instead of the Empress and Shogun.

Right on time she could she shadows and then Hattori’s massive orange marked form appeared in the cavern. With only minor hesitation his silver gaze found her relaxed form, looking as though this little retreat was the last welcome he’d expected. He said her name with an affection that she hadn’t yet heard him utter and he warmed her with a single word. The Empress couldn’t help the easy smile that played on her monochrome features. ”Hattori,” Venom savored his name as she returned his greeting.

”Will you join me?” She’d dragged him an awful long way for him to deny her, but she didn’t think he would. Her ivory dipped tail swayed invitingly at her side as she beckoned him closer.