Reborn: Rejecting the Phoenix, Crowned by the Dragon

Betrayed and murdered by her bond phoenix and deceitful sister, Ayla, the nine-tailed Sacred Seal bearer, is reborn. Refusing to be exploited again, she rejects the arrogant phoenix and bonds with a dying black snake from the shadows. To everyone's shock, the creature awakens as an ancient True Dragon—fierce, unyielding, and utterly devoted to her. Together, they conquer the deadly Veilstorm, expose the traitors, and ascend the throne, leaving the regretful phoenix to face ruin.