phoenix in the ashes

Venom barely contained the laughter that wished to spill forth as her fiery daughter gave her a look that might’ve killed if given half a chance. Remembering decorum the Empress didn’t often allow any kind of emotional outburst but her children did something that filled her with joy. Having them and raising their royal family was the dream she didn’t realize she wanted to live. Her efforts were put to the test again as the young Princess spat the frog onto the ground between them. Venom focused herself before she spoke.

”After a little preparation. I’m not a fan of live and slimy.” She chuckled softly and nuzzled her daughter’s cheek. She loved being the mother of these amazing children, and the thought still caught her off guard that they were hers. ”I just wanted to know where you were. You’re brothers are with Raijin and your sisters were by the fire.” Venom offered her siblings locations in case Kitsune preferred to find them instead of keep her mom company.

”I’m about to go on patrol if you want to join me?” Venom spoke to her children like she would an adult, however aware she was of their tender age. They were not normal children, and while she encouraged their play she also wanted them to be aware of the weight of the blood in their veins.