growing pains [ASHEN MEETING]

Incubus slithered behind the heiress and her family in silence. Pink and blue eyes swept across the territory with idle interest. Anticipation bubbled in his chest as they all gathered at the shrine and Incubus decided to take a seat by himself, but close to the front. He spared a peek behind him at all the others and allowed that hauntingly pale gaze to move across the faces of his pack mates. So many relatives gathered and he barely knew any. But, it seemed most were intertwined in their own immediate family units. That was something he did not have. His parents were off either dead or close to it, he had no children, and his littermates likely wanted nothing to do with him. Incubus couldn't help but feel alone despite being surrounded by those that shared his blood. But, he did not wallow in this loneliness. Incubus was not the sensitive sort and he did not join Ashen to play happy family, he was here to help bolster the Klein name by improving his skills and proving to be an asset.

The announcement of both a wedding and pups brought a small grin to his lips. Pale eyes shifted to the consort before flicking back to the Empress. A strong and picturesque pair. Remaining silent, he continued to listen to Venom's speech. The Apprentices, including Incubus, were addressed next. Ears flicked as she spoke and his lips formed a fine line. He began to think about what role he'd choose out of those listed, quickly having an answer. It was obviously Incubus was a soldier... But, her next statement about leadership peeked his interest. He was conflicted when it came to challenging for a leadership role. Before he felt comfortable doing se Incubus felt like he would need to sharpen his skills some more as well as getting to know his packmates better. But, he would have a discussion with Venom soon about his aspirations of claiming a rank when he felt the time was right. "I will claim the rank of Ashigaru." His deep vocals were pointed at Venom and Venom alone. He was quick to the point and hoped the Empress would not be bothered by his choice.

Kitsune and Seere were given promotions and Incubus offered a thick smile to Seere. The girl really did deserve it and he was more then glad that Venom gave her the recognition she deserved. But, the meeting took a turn after that. Incubus raised a brow as Venom explained her decision to rid Ashen of the Abraxas influence and name. He fought the urge to smirk, horribly. If one looked closely they could likely see the smugness sweep across his dark features. Inc was a proud, pureblood, Klein and felt as though all of these other falling families tainted their Empire. These opinions were never voiced by the male, but this decision was nothing but approved by him. He never enjoyed the nonsensical mumbo jumbo that the Abraxas chose to spew. Inc felt as though false ideologies merely weakened the mind. Facts and actions were the only things that mattered. That being said, there would obviously be no arguments from Incubus and he merely waited in silence for others to pipe up.

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