I Taught the Serpent King How to Court Me

The Story

Evelyn attempts to teach courtship rituals to a solitary beastman named Aeron, oblivious to his status as the Serpent King. Aeron interprets her lessons as a formal proposal and claims her as his mate. After discovering the truth, she flees, but he retrieves her from her escape. He returns her to his lair and marks her body with his mate brand. This act ignites a turbulent bond that defines their relationship.