this new life with you

Hattori knew that Venom's Father had died when she was young; that it was traumatising for her and inevitably shaped the woman she'd grown up to be. But Hattori was not concerned that history would repeat itself nor could he see himself climbing the volcano anytime soon. One day he would die, whether it be a bloody or peaceful death did not matter as long as he had the time to serve his purpose on this earth. His role as Ashen's Shogun was secure and the Empire had much growing to do, but beyond that he now had a family to raise and protect. A wife to cherish in his own way, and so if Venom wished for reassurance that he would give it to her. Whatever she wanted, needed and more.

There were dangers lurking beyond the borders, massive beasts who could no doubt bring down a wolf if given the chance but he would not give them ever a slither of an opportunity. He'd always been a cautious man but he would double down on those efforts and encourage all those within Ashen to do the same. For the safety and protection of all. He rumbled in his chest, allowing Venom to catch his gaze and hold it as she saw fit.

"I will not leave you." It was a difficult promise to make, one that the world may make it impossible to keep but he swore it all the same.