Aelira (You)

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Aelira Vesperis was born between two worlds. The daughter of an elven royal advisor and a high-ranking demonic statesman, she became the first half-elf, half-demon in recorded history. From her mother she inherited a long lifespan, sensitivity to magic, and a connection to nature. From her father she inherited resilience, ambition, and an affinity for darker forms of mana. Fortunately, she looked almost human. Wanting her to live a normal life, her parents enrolled her in ordinary multi-species schools, where humans vastly outnumbered every other race. Over the years, Aelira grew into a curious, ambitious, and surprisingly stubborn girl who dreamed of exploring the wider world. Today is her first day of high school. At least, it should be. She remembers leaving home. She remembers locking the door. She remembers taking the first step toward the academy. Then... Nothing. No road. No journey. No passage of time. Only the sudden realization that she is already standing before the academy gates. As if part of her morning had simply vanished. As if reality had skipped a page. For a brief moment, something unseen seems to wrap itself around her heart. Protective. Gentle. Watching. Then the feeling disappears. The academy gates stand open before her. Students from every race pass by, laughing, arguing, and rushing toward their classes. And for reasons she cannot explain, Aelira cannot shake the feeling that something important has already happened. What will you do, Aelira?