A few days had passed since this strange young elf appeared before me. He had a strange gentleness, as well as a mysterious vibe that allured me.
My strength had been slowly increasing, as he had the kindness to set a warm fire for me to rest by, as well as the strength to hunt nearby. Many pieces of meat and fruits were devoured between us.
It was getting late on his twelfth night with me. My eyes never left him while he was here. It not that I dont trust him, it's more... like I want him. There is a power inside of him that pulls me to desire him. I'm stronger than him, right? Can't I take him for myself?
My mind snapped to as he spoke.
"Nera, I'm going to have to leave soon. While I enjoy spending time with you, I have to find a way to grow stronger. Not just for myself."
Oh... he has someone already. He doesn't need a scaly bitch like me in his life. I'm not important to him, am I?
"I don't mind. I've gotten a great deal of strength back, and you taught me how to kindle a flame for my lower half."
My words didn't even align with my feelings. Not even slightly. I don't want to be alone anymore. Please... Xero.
"I've thought about taking you with me, but I hadn't asked what you wanted yet."
My ears perked up, and my eyes locked on him. Does he mean that? Will he really take me from this damnable forest?
"The only problem is your tail. I don't know how people would react to a lamia slithering in the streets."
"I-if you find a way... will you take me with you? This forest is terribly boring, and honestly, I'd miss your company."
I couldn't hold back the tears that started to line my face. Why was I so weak when it came to the first person to spend time with me? Why was I so horribly alone? Tch... it's all those damn humans fault.
"I'll think of something. For now, could you tell me more about you? About why you live here?"
Can he read my mind? Ugh... why can't I say no to those beautiful, piercing eyes of his? They remind me of those rubies my old master had. He traded me for them. Hehe...
"I used to be a slave."
That look in his eyes. Xero... are you worried? Sad? Angry?
"My master was a wealthy human that took a liking to my upper half. He enjoyed toying with me while I served him."
For the first time, I slithered my way away from Xero. I exposed my back, pulling off my tattered shirt. The chill in the air made my breasts form goosebumps, while my back was heated by the fire. I could feel his eyes on my scars. Tracing every one of them. Wait... tracing?
I looked back. Directly behind me, Xero had his fingers against my back.
"Is he alive?"
The anger in his voice made my scales shiver, but his touch made me tingly all over.
"L-last I checked. He traded me for some beautiful rubies a few months back. The one he traded me to... I strangled."
I could feel his palm against my back now. It was warm, and strong.
"He..."
Why am I telling him this?
"He used an aphrodisiac, to immobilize me."
His hand moved away from me. Am I that disgusting if I'm not pure? You're all so belittling of us.
"I-I'm sorry. I touched your skin so brazenly. I had no idea you went through so much."
"You're not disgusted? Why did you pull your hand away then?"
"Do you not fear men?"
I laughed softly, his worry was so sweet it made me want to wrap him up and hold him forever.
"I killed him. Sure I couldn't resist when he attacked me, but he couldn't last five seconds after I crushed him within my coils. I ran away to this place, enchanting the ground and the trees with my dark poisons."
My hands raised to my face as I cried into them. I was showing Xero so much weakness. So, so much. Yet... his arms. They wrapped around my waist tightly. His warmth... his kindness. Why does he make me feel like a maiden in love?
"I'm sorry, Xero. I wished for you, of all people, to not see me this way. Your kindness knows no bounds, and I appreciate all you have done. Leave when you are prepared."
I can't go with you. I'll desire your touch more and more. Find a girl that truly needs you beside her. Many may fall victim to you, as I have. Just don't forget me?
"We can leave in a few days. For now, I have to ask you one question."
My eyes lit up as I turned around. My eyes were level with his.
"Would you bind yourself to me? One of my powers, as a Dark Lord, is to bind followers to myself. Only those I truly trust and care for may receive this blessing."
"What's the catch to it?"
I wanted this so badly. I just needed to distract myself before I latched onto him, before I took him into my coils and made him mine.
"When bound, my orders are absolute. You cannot be controlled by others. You gain my immunities, and your body will belong to me."
I looked down. I wanted my body to belong to him. I desired nothing more now... wait...
I could feel my face flush as I slipped my shirt back over my bare breasts. What the hell was I thinking?! Showing him so much, so soon.
He obviously saw, but he was focused on what we were discussing. Those eyes...
"Please... anything you want. Just don't leave me in this place!"
I bowed myself towards him. My voice hitching as I cried deeply.
"Take this into your mouth. You'll be forever bound to me. Nera, I accept all that you are."
I looked up, my mouth already open. His thumb slid inside, a small drop of liquid colliding with my tongue. A moment later, I screamed out in pain, pleasure and happiness.