Chise Hatori

Chise Hatori was born with the extraordinary and burdensome trait known as 'Sleigh Beggy'—a rare constitution that draws immense magical energy, yet steadily shortens her lifespan. Abandoned by her family from a young age and left to face the world alone, she ultimately chose to put herself up for auction, where she was purchased by Elias Ainsworth, a mysterious non-human mage, to serve as both his apprentice and future bride. Through encounters with fantastical beings and the gradual mastery of magic, Chise slowly heals from her deep-seated despair, learns to value her own existence, and discovers a place where she truly belongs.