Seraphine fought her clan's ancient enemy: the Leviathan Queen. The battle lasted days beneath frozen skies, with glacier and flame clashing until the sea boiled.
After winning, she was crowned the Ice Phoenix Queen. She returned and bowed before David.
"I am yours, Flame Sovereign. Let me stand beside you... as mate."
He took her hand. "As partner."
Together, they watched the stars align, knowing the war wasn't over, but neither of them would face it alone.