Humble woodsman Soren accidentally severed the ancient runes imprisoning Malakor, the terrifying Dark Elf King, receiving three miraculous wishes as payment. On his deathbed years later, Soren expends his final wish on an unbreakable matrimonial compact, forcing the haughty elven sovereign to wed and safeguard his innocent granddaughter Lily for six years.
Malakor resents the forced contractual servitude, treating his mortal bride with icy detachment while secretly obliterating every dark beast that dares threaten her quiet village. As the six-year deadline nears and royal conspirators move against Lily, Malakor realizes his reluctant contractual duty has transformed into deep, protective devotion.
