The sun was rising, Deathbelle made her way back to the palace after one of her first nights mostly out doing work in the Empire. Usually she would make short trips from the den, but now that the pups were allowed to wander the island she left them ‘alone’ for longer. There was always a pair of eyes on the young puppies, but giving them the freedom they craved was a reward. For now the arrangement would remain, she hoped they didn’t press their boundaries too hard.

She was tired when she finally pushed past the entrance of the palace and made her way back to the private chambers out of habit. By now Deadra had likely prepared herself for Deathbelle’s very much needed paw massage. Hopefully the puppies were making their way back to the den as well.

Incubus had just got done with some bug watching. The small insects seemed to interest him as of late. Sitting and observing the tiny things skitter across logs or rocks seemed to put a small smile on his lips. Incubus would a boisterous pup for the most part but when he was bug watching he seemed fairly serene. There was no wrestling nor puppy growls. Just observant pink and blue eyes and a flicking tail. The scent of his mother filled his pink nose and the boy looked up from his bugs. A beaming gaze landing upon the sight of the Empress slipping into the palace. He was tucked away behind some large rocks so it was no wonder she didn't see him. The boy looked to the bugs before giving a tiny shrug and padded over to the palace. Long lanky legs carried his growing form. His paws were big, a sign of how large the pup may end up getting. But, they made elegance hard to come by. Incubus peaked into the den before padding to the private chambers. The floral scent of his mother was strong in the air. His other siblings seemed to be out, probably with Father. Inc smiled as he loaped towards the dam, "Mother do you think you can teach me how to fight soon?" He aimed to press his side against one of her legs as beaming eyes glanced up to her, "I wanna be a warrior like Venom orrrr... or you and Father!" ""

Deathbelle relaxed heavily into the plush furs and as she sighed heavily in relief her young son Incubus followed into the den behind her. The woman smiled largely as the gangly boy rounded a corner. He made a bee line for his mother and Deathbelle welcomed him beside her. She made room for him to snuggle in beside her if he wished it. He leaned against her easily, his words eager as his questions spilled from his dual toned lips.

”Of course,” she told him as she leaned down and nuzzled his cheek lovingly. Venom had been stolen by Sirius nearly the day she’d been out of the den. She had no problem allowing Incubus or Chimera the same option. The thought that Siren would never follow that path soured her, but she tried to ignore the thoughts. ”I’m sure you’ll be the best warrior Ashen has ever seen.” She assured him as she snuck another nuzzle. ”Who do you want to train you?” She asked curiously, hoping slightly he’d choose her but she wouldn’t feel bad if there was another. ”Me, your dad, Venom, Plague, maybe Sirius?” She asked as she peered down at him, fully engulfed in the love she felt for him.