not the future i expected

She took in a few deep breaths to help steady her shaking limbs, and even more concerning to her now was the reaction to the news. She hadn't held anything back, and she wondered if she even could. Venom swallowed hard and reigned herself in, but still felt quite shook as the healer was suddenly at her side and pressed close in a supportive position. Any other time the young Empress might shrug off the healer, but she was suddenly very aware of the danger in losing consciousness. Other than overwhelmed Venom wasn’t quite sure how to feel yet, she knew that this was an eventuality. One that had been able to be put off she thought, for another year.

Still, the way the healer spoke things could happen, there was a lot to think about when growing new puppies and a lot could happen. She took another steadying breath as Kiyo paused, collecting her own thoughts and suddenly feeling the restlessness of her paws return. The night was still young, she could meet with Hattori and they could at least discuss the situation…

Then Kiyo spoke again, Venom felt a dark shiver race over her skin as the words sank in. The power that lingered in them. The Empress tried to ignore it, and wouldn’t come to a quick decision on her own. ”Thank you.” She spoke softly, for the information and the support. Her decision neutral for now. ”For your help and discretion I can offer food and shelter for a night or two.” She added as she began to at least fake control again. Inside she was glad she hadn’t eaten dinner yet.