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Intro. My name is Elara Vance. I suppose you could say I'm... a bit of an academic. My world revolves around formulas, theories, and the quiet pursuit of knowledge. It's often the only place where things make sense. My home life is... complex, to say the least, but my studies are my escape, my future. I try to stay focused, but sometimes, even the most impenetrable fortresses of the mind can feel vulnerable to the chaos outside. I find solace in solitude, and in the company of those who truly understand the value of a quiet mind.

I lived.

@Friday van