dare you to move [birth]

She felt safe, relieved, loved, and absolutely exhausted as Maverick held her tightly. His protective grasp and the euphoric chemicals racing through her system allowed her to fully relax there next to her soon to be husband, as they curled around her hard won litter of puppies. The birth was smooth, but even the easiest birth was a difficult experience and Venom wasn’t spared the exhaustion. She had Maverick there beside her, to keep her safe in the aftermath and support her through the challenges. They had many of those ahead, but right now they could bask in their accomplishment as they named the four new pups.

Maverick admitted that he hadn’t ever named anything in his life, which made Venom give a tired chuckle in response. He was so worried, and it was very endearing. Maverick curled tighter around her form, showing his uncertainty with hesitance. "Well, then you have nothing to worry about with beginner’s luck.” She teased him as he lowered his head and nuzzled into her soft fur, avoiding the quills in her scruff. His worry touched his voice as he sought her guidance, wondering where her eldest’s names were from.

"Hattori and I named them from his family.” Venom offered to his curiosity. "Should we name them after you? My Renegade Rogue.” She chuckled again with a lingering smile as she teased.

"Venom & Maverick"