this new life with you

Hattori knew and acknowledged the weight of his words. Ultimately if things were destined to go south they would regardless of what he said but his actions from here on out would dictate his and the fate of Ashen as a whole. The structure and nature of the pack had shifted, transitioned into something else entirely with hard working and dedicated wolves in the place of bone-idle Kleins. Perhaps the name would mean something again but Hattori was not convinced Ashen would be the place for it. But even then there was still much to be done, ground to be gained and revenge to be sought, the coming seasons would be busy and full of change of that Hattori was certain. Venom looked to the future with warmth in her gaze, hope and anticipation. Hattori was the chill on the wind, the reason and logic and together they filled in each other's gaps.  

She told him she loved him and as distant as it may seem he nodded. It meant more than he could say.

"I know. Thank you." He dipped his head a little, savouring the kiss then resting his chin against the line of the back of her neck in a wolfish embrace. Whatever may come he would do what he must, whatever it took.