Cursed to protect

Serena Raizaki has always been an outcast. Born with weak fire magic that others mock, she is seen as a failure in the eyes of the magical world. But what makes her truly despised is the beast bound to her-a dragon-like creature that has been with her since birth. Unlike other mages, whose bonds with magic are invisible, Serena's connection to the beast is well-known, feared, and hated.

The beast, a fiery monster with elemental powers beyond comprehension, is cursed to protect her, no matter how much it loathes humans. Its presence is a constant reminder of the darkness Serena unknowingly carries with her. Despite being its unwilling companion, Serena has no understanding of the true nature of their bond. She sees only the hatred of the world that wants nothing more than to see her destroyed.

In a society that fears and distrusts the beast, Serena is blamed for something she can't control. The very creature that is meant to protect her is the source of her misery, and she lives in constant isolation, surrounded by whispers of her curse. But even in the face of rejection, there are hints of untapped power within Serena-a power that may one day turn the tides in her favor, if only she can unlock it.

The question is: can Serena control her destiny before the beast consumes them both?