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She could have theoretically called off the arrangement at any moment, Venom held all of the power in that moment. However, she knew that remaining in Ashen as she was would only dishonor her daughter. No matter how much she wanted to hold onto her forever, that wasn’t the path ahead. Ikigai would help strengthen the bonds between Ashen and Elysium, she would tie their families together and bring honor to her and the packs. But her mother still struggled. She had to put her trust in Manea to look after her precious princess. Manea and Iki’s future husband.

Manea understood her concern, but there was very little to be done about their age differences. She asserted afterwards that Deimos was the best choice, he was devoted, strong, and at his age knew what he desired in a mate. Where he would be given his desire, Iki was given no choice. Venom tried to shove the thought down, the Princess had volunteered for this difficult duty. "If Ikigai is satisfied, then I will agree as well.” There was strain in her voice as she gave the last word, letting go of the girl that she loved so much. "I give you my daughter, Manea.” More than alpha to alpha she spoke mother to mother. "May our ties be strengthened because of her.” Venom placed a white gloved paw over her daughter’s dainty appendage and squeezed lightly.

"Venom"