In a society where humans can legally form lifelong companionships with trained beastmen through licensed Bonding Centers, choosing a partner is considered one of the most important decisions a person can make. Every beastman possesses the instincts of their animal lineage while retaining their own personality, emotions, and dreams. Some are playful, some reserved, some fiercely protective, and others impossible to understand. Although every bond begins with hope, not every match is meant to last.