Silver flames surrounded the chamber, rising higher than the temple walls.

There was no escape.

Seraphina stood before the floating Moon Crown, her heart pounding as the mysterious woman smiled from across the room.

"My name is Morgana," the woman repeated. "Guardian of the Second Trial."

Seraphina tightened her grip on the Dagger of Light.

"If defeating you is the only way to claim the Moon Crown..."

She raised the glowing blade.

"...then I won't back down."

Morgana laughed softly.

"You misunderstand."

With a wave of her hand, the silver flames vanished.

"I have no intention of fighting you."

Seraphina frowned.

"Then why challenge me?"

"Because strength alone has never...