Truly, madly, deeply

Really it was anytime she was with Maverick there was a sexual tension lingering between them. She’d never felt attraction like she did to Mav, and almost their entire relationship was filled with the intricacies of intimacy. Venom wouldn’t swiftly forget the day he had saved her from the fall in the gully, nor how easily he had gained her trust that night. Really, that night he had started to steal her heart. With how he leaned against her, and flicked his tail against her hip, there was no doubt that especially now he was feeling as she was. There was always the temptation to disappear into the darkness, descending into carnal pleasure with him.

Their conversation, and unconventional destination were enough to keep her thoughts on their conversation. Plague hadn’t mentioned much more than the location, which didn’t really surprise her. After everything that happened the past wasn’t often brought up. She mentioned the volcano, and Mav replied with his own surprise at such a reason. Those days still ranked as some of the most difficult of her life. Losing Archon that way… That was also the day she believed that Abraxas died, finally hunted down by the gods that banished him from heaven. Venom had been in denial of that thought for a long time. She could ignore it for now as she explored this familiar but alien world with Maverick.

"Yes, this is the first time. We didn’t even return here before the move to the islands and shrine.” She returned softly as her gaze wandered the entrance of the cave system. It could maybe be considered a palace, but not by current standards. She turned back to Mav, he looked much more excited about her childhood home than he should be. It could have been on other things though, so there was no suspicion. "I don’t know that I was even old enough to have my own room yet.” The memories were foggy at best. It was a time before when everything had been perfect and she had no troubles. All of it seen through rose colored glasses.

So she led him to the main chamber where Deathbelle had originally claimed her place as Empress. The cavern wasn’t near as extensive as the mountain palace. Instead of being able to hold the whole royal family, this was a single home. She half expected to find the cavern just the same as the day they had to leave it, but as she slowly walked into the room it was completely empty. Dusty… no. There was still ash lumped in the corners. Venom grew quiet, but Maverick went on softly. The question of returning here was posed, but forgotten as he talked about her mother and father.

"My mother still lives, as far as I know. She had been living in Habari for a long time.” She started, not hiding the fact that Deathbelle wasn’t a permanent fixture in her life anymore. Her mother was a difficult subject, but Archon’s missing presence was a true foundation of who Venom was today. "My father died during the eruption.” One white gloved paw lifted to the stone door ‘frame’ and her eyes followed. She knew he was being careful with his words, and that his intention wasn’t to bring up difficult memories. Venom leaned against him then, knowing that no matter her struggle he was here beside her. Ready to support her and be strong when she felt weak.

"Maverick & Venom"