Ara's entire world is shattered when her use of illegal magic leads to the death of her family. Fleeing her homeland as a wanted fugitive, she arrives in the midst of a brutal war in the nation of Dantas. In this unforgiving landscape, Ara discovers that her magic is not a curse, but a powerful gift. As she learns to wield it with deadly precision, she must confront the demons of her past and embrace her true identity as a child of magic. But as the lines between friend and foe blur, Ara realizes that her newfound power may come at a cost she cannot bear to pay. Will she use her abilities to seek vengeance, or will she find the strength to forgive herself and fight for a better future? 1 Chapter per week