Reporting Progress

Evening was turning to night as Venom drew herself up within the glow of the shrine. Her sunset gaze lingered over the glowing water as her mind shifted to the other wolf that had been in the peasant rank for far too long. Venom was late by a season in bringing her into her audience. It was high time she checked back in with the young woman. Summer was upon them now, the heat of the season heavy upon the land, but relief came with the night. The glow of the shrine mixed with the fireflies in the trees made the Empire come alive with the magic of the season.

The atmosphere was lovely, but this night was more important than enjoying the surroundings. Venom swiftly returned to business, she tilted back her head and called out for Pleione. It was time to check in.

"Venom"