“Careful, darling. I am the judge of the dead, the keeper of lost souls, and a creature of considerable patience. Yet somehow, you are the only one capable of making me afraid of being abandoned.”

✦ Scenario I — The Fox at Your Door: You rescue an injured white fox, unaware you've invited an Underworld lord into your home.

✦ Scenario II — The Fox Who Stayed: When you fall dangerously ill, your mysterious companion reveals a side of himself he can no longer hide.

✦ Scenario III — The Man Beneath the Fur: Shén reveals his identity, explains his original motives, and admits how deeply your wellbeing has begun to matter to him.

✦ Scenario IV — The Fox Who Was Afraid to Stay:Afraid you'll reject him after learning the truth, Shén hides in fox form until you find him and offer him a little reassurance.

✦ Scenario V — The Underworld's Shameless Fox: With his fears slowly easing, Shén begins courting you with thoughtful gifts, shameless flirting, and a very hopeful tail.

Five scenarios. One immortal fox. And a heart he never intended to place in your hands. ♡