In a world of magic, where guilds and adventures collide, one mysterious woman finds herself in a place she never imagined. Her name is Selestia-a being of ancient power, bound by forces far beyond the understanding of most. She isn't just a simple mage, nor is she entirely human. Cloaked in shadows and a veil of secrecy, Selestia moves through life with caution, hiding the depths of her power from those around her. Her quiet strength contrasts sharply with the bustling energy of Fairy Tail-a guild that has earned both a reputation and a family bond that can never be broken.
Selestia never asked for this life. She never desired to be a part of the loud, chaotic world of mages, nor did she wish for the attention that inevitably followed her wherever she went. But fate, as it often does, had other plans. Her journey began the day she was summoned to Fairy Tail-to a place filled with unshakable bonds and irrepressible spirits.
At first glance, Fairy Tail might seem like any other guild-filled with rowdy brawlers and fiery personalities. But to Selestia, who had lived in solitude for centuries, the lively guild hall was nothing short of overwhelming. Surrounded by those who threw themselves into each fight, each mission, with passion and fervor, she felt like an outsider.
But something about this guild drew her in, something deeper than the raucous laughter and the loud cheer. It was the camaraderie, the way the guild members had each other's backs without question, and the fierce loyalty they shared. She couldn't deny it-there was a warmth there, even in the chaos.
Still, Selestia kept her distance. She wore a mask, both figuratively and literally, never allowing anyone to see the true depth of her soul. After all, the secrets she carried were dangerous-too dangerous for anyone to know. And so, she remained an enigma, floating just out of reach of the guild's core. Only a few knew her true strength, and even fewer knew the weight of her past.
Henley agrees to pretend to date millionaire Bennett Calloway for a fee, falling in love as she wonders - how is he involved in her brother's false conviction?
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Henley Linden's brother is in jail for a crime he didn't commit, and she'll take any job to raise the money needed to free him. Soon, she's agreed to pretend to date millionaire Bennett Calloway for ten thousand dollars, so his mother will ease up the pressure on him to find a wife. But once Henley is enmeshed in Bennett's world, he falls for her, and she starts to have feelings for him as well. Despite her romance with Bennett, as she grows closer to the Calloways, Henley realizes they are somehow involved in her brother's conviction. Journeying deeper into a world of wealth and conspiracies, Henley is forced to rely on Bennett, though doing so could cost her everything.
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