Cursed by a Goddess, Bastian stands as one of four surviving dragon shifters. The task of breaking the ancient curse has faded into obscurity, a mere whisper of the past. The time has arrived for the next claiming, and with it, Bastian's destined bride. He harbors no intention of causing her harm, yet he is equally resolved not to succumb to love. Acasia is selected as the offering to the dragon. Resolute to embrace her fate with valor-and a dash of liquid courage-she prepares to meet her end with a defiant spirit. Believing herself to be his next feast, she finds herself awakening in his dungeon, surrounded by the remnants of previous sacrifices, the bones of animals echoing her impending doom. Challenging a dragon by striking its snout is a perilous venture, yet desperate situations often necessitate bold actions.
