these moments are few

Honestly she thought that her husband would come to the same conclusion that she had, but he paused suddenly at her suggestion. He did have a way of putting blinders on once he had come to a decision, she was thankful for his willingness to listen to what she had to say. With only a word she could turn his attitude around as she showed him the silver lining to his dark cloud. Venom offered him a sly smile as he spoke up once more, realizing the value of her suggestion. Yes the puppies would need training, but their parents would be perfectly qualified. Their children would receive companions for a lifetime, and add another connection to their parent’s position.

”I do think it best,” she chuckled lightly as she relaxed further against his form. Now that most business had been taken care of the young Empress was reminded of her ulterior motives. She leaned against him, shoulder to shoulder, and closed her eyes blissfully for just a moment. The pair of them were always putting duty first, but every now and then Venom had the desire to put herself and their personal relationship at the forefront.

Her sly grin turned into a suggestive smirk as she leaned into him and aimed to steal a deep kiss. Pressing her lips to his as she wrapped one slender arm around Hattroi’s well muscled limb. She wanted to pull him closer as she allowed her desire for him at the forefront of her mind. They were alone and Venom wanted to take full advantage.