Do What We Must

They weren’t left in their chambers for very long here in Elysium before Venom heard familiar paw steps approaching. Her attention was grabbed from her wandering thoughts. There was a lot to think about and process after a day like today. She was glad to have come along on the journey though. Making a treck with Chimera not only opened up the opportunities with Elysium but she would strengthen her relationship with him as well.

She lifted her head as Iki called out to her, giving an informal greeting as she quietly approached. Venom smiled softly at the girl, though much closer to a young woman than a girl anymore. "Ikigai,” She returned softly as the princess took her seat close by Venom’s side and spoke again. The Empress nodded in return, but Iki deserved more than a gesture in answer. "Yes, Manea has proved to be as capable as she seems.” She hadn’t taken Winterfell, but she had worked to build her own pack. "I don’t think there will be much resistance to one.”

"Venom"