Selena Berg, eldest daughter of Sorcier Kingdom's noble Berg family, carries a childhood betrothal to Second Prince Ian Stuart – an arrangement solidified by her early magical promise. However, her magic plateaued at average strength, and her academic performance followed suit. This perceived mediocrity fostered deep-seated insecurities. She became convinced she was undeserving of Ian, merely a placeholder chosen for status, not merit. Constant, unfavorable comparisons to prominent noblewomen like Suzanna Randall, Catarina Claes, and Mary Hunt intensified her feelings of inferiority and lack of individuality. Gentle, quiet, and sensitive by nature, Selena often faded into the background.

These insecurities left her vulnerable. Manipulated by Rufus Brode, acting for dark magic user Mason, she participated in a scheme leading to Catarina Claes's kidnapping. Confused and desperate to prove her worth, Selena complied. While Catarina was held captive, their conversation unfolded. Catarina urged Selena to seek honesty with Ian and value herself beyond expectations. This prompted Selena's confession of her fears and self-doubts. Catarina's offer of friendship helped Selena recognize her mistakes and reassess her self-worth.

After Mason's exposure as the true villain, Selena faced no punishment. Her engagement to Ian endured. Crucially, Ian openly expressed his genuine care and affection, dissolving her long-standing anxieties about his feelings. His affirmation brought tears of relief and marked a turning point in her confidence. Subsequently, Selena demonstrated tangible growth by actively assisting Catarina in protecting another from danger, showcasing her inherent kindness and newfound courage. She transformed from a passive, self-doubting noblewoman into someone more assured and willing to take initiative, solidifying her relationship with Ian as one built on mutual affection, not mere duty.