All Chapters of She Chose Fire: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

When her parents and mate abandoned her for her sister for the 99th time, Seraphina Grant was finally exhausted.She knelt before the statue of the Moon Goddess and said, "I'm willing to erase all my memories, sever every emotional bond, and go to Howlpeak to become its eternal guardian, to suppress the wild spirits of the abyss and protect the balance of the supernatural world."The Moon Goddess's majestic voice echoed in her mind. "Once you go to Howlpeak, you will never be allowed to leave. You will never return to your pack's territory."And you will be completely alone, with no companion. Are you sure about this?"Seraphina did not hesitate for a second. "Yes.""Then it shall be as you wish." A beam of silver light poured from the statue and sank into the center of Seraphina's forehead. "In seven days, this Mooncrest will sever your ties of love, erase your memories, and send you to Howlpeak."Seraphina bowed deeply. "Thank you for your mercy, great Moon Goddess."On her wa

Another line of pack members walked in at that moment.In their hands were moonflowers, carved silver vases, and cupcakes made with morning dew and berries.Every single item was something Layla loved.Seraphina stared at the scene, feeling as if an invisible hand had clenched around her heart.What Damien prepared for Layla far surpassed what he had done for her during their own bonding ceremony."Damien…" Seraphina looked at him, her voice trembling slightly. "Care to explain?"Damien opened his mouth but didn't speak.Layla suddenly reached out toward Seraphina, her voice choking up and her eyes turning red."Sera, this is all my fault. I just felt like I didn't have much time left and wanted to know what it felt like to be a real mate. That's why I begged Damien to play along and act it out with me."I swear I won't steal him from you. The moment the ceremony ends, I'll give him back to you. Alright?"She swayed as she spoke, looking like she was about to collapse.At th

The moment Seraphina agreed, everyone finally breathed a sigh of relief.They instinctively tried to treat her a little better, but they had been good only to Layla for so long that their concern for Seraphina now felt stiff and awkward, no matter how they went about it.Miriam cut a piece of roasted meat for Seraphina and forced a dry laugh. "You should eat more. You've gotten so thin lately."Miriam then nudged Bryan on the elbow. He finally picked up a bowl and served her some stew. "Yeah, eat more. I think you like this one, right? Here, while it's hot."Ever since Layla accused her of pushing her into the Thornfrost Grove, Seraphina had never once received her parents' affection again.She didn't expose their act. She only noticed that out of all the dishes on the table, not a single one was her favorite dish.She took the bowl of stew and ate it quietly, one bite at a time.The stew was already cold, just like her heart, which had long since gone numb.Layla then spoke th

The moment the words left Damien's mouth, the room fell into dead silence.Seraphina stared at Damien in disbelief. Beneath the blanket, her hands clenched tightly, trembling uncontrollably."What did you just say?"Damien dodged her gaze and couldn't bring himself to repeat it. "I-I was just asking. If you didn't do it, then forget I even said anything."As they had been mates for so long, how could Seraphina not know what he was truly thinking?"You weren't just asking. You were convinced that I wanted Layla dead. And not just you. My parents, even Leo, probably think the same, don't they?"Damien faltered for a moment. "No. We're just worried about you."Seraphina's eyes reddened, and she nearly laughed in bitter mockery.Before she fell unconscious, she had heard what Bryan said.After waking up, she faced Damien's suspicion.If it weren't to make sure Seraphina could trade life for Layla's, they probably wouldn't have bothered saving her that day at all.They would've l

Meanwhile, back in the territory of the Sunfire Pack.All the guests had arrived, except for the bride's older sister, Seraphina.Miriam said with displeasure, "Seraphina is always so unreasonable. Layla is her sister. No matter what, she should be here. Now, the other packs are laughing at us."The uneasiness in Damien's chest only grew stronger, yet he still spoke up for Seraphina. "Maybe something is holding her up. Let's wait a little longer."Layla was still in Moonstone Cottage, waiting. The silver patterns between her brows glowed brilliantly. They were beautiful, yet somehow out of place on her delicate face.She smiled at her reflection. Every smile she had worn these years had been carefully practiced. Only this one was truly real.Layla turned to the attendant beside her. "Compared to the ceremony Sera had back then, which one looks better?"The attendant answered nervously, "Y-yours, of course."Satisfied, Layla set down her lipstick. "Bring me my veil."Elsewhere,