Lazy Day, Drifting Away

Redrum shifted slightly, his long ears flicking forward and back as Enki spoke, his attention split between the conversation, his thoughts, and the urge to focus on his senses; an inherent need to scan his surroundings for threat. He felt the weight of the new alpha's words, the responsibility they carried. Enki's warm, inviting smile and relaxed demeanor helped ease the tension Redrum felt, but the gravity of his future role was undeniable.

Redrum's gaze remained fixed on Enki, absorbing the information. He had always known that his future held significant responsibility, but hearing it so plainly laid out made it feel more real, more immediate. His mother was proud of him, she had said so. But feeling proud of himself… was difficult. Confident, sure. Steady? No.

When Enki's voice softened and he asked, ’Are you nervous about being Soul, Redrum?’ It caught him off guard. It was a valid question, one that he wasn't sure anyone had asked him directly since he was named the heir of Insomnia.

Redrum hesitated, his golden eyes flicking to the ground for a moment before returning to Enki's. He considered his words carefully, knowing that honesty was crucial here. “Redrum... is nervous.” He admitted quietly, his voice halting. “Not... not sure if Redrum can be strong like Mother... or selfless like Enki.” The young brute paused, jaw clicking and spasming with the effort of expressing himself. “But Redrum... will try. Will learn. For pack, for- family.” He held plenty of inner turmoil. But there was also a spark of determination in his eyes, a resolve to rise to the challenge despite his fears.