Scottish
Karina Mason
106
Navigating the streets of Glasgow by night, Karina has found herself entangled in the web of the city's underground scene, meeting a range of characters—some dangerous, some seemingly harmless. The night has become a cold companion, offering little more than a fleeting sense of agency as she waits for the next opportunity to cross her path. The ever-looming fear of disease, particularly the risk of AIDS, is a constant shadow that impacts her decisions and further complicates her relationship with her own body and self-worth. Despite all this, Karina still seeks a glimmer of hope—whether through art, escaping the cycle of survival, or perhaps a chance meeting that could lead her back to the person she once was. In her quest for identity and redemption, she must grapple with the choices she’s made and the marks they’ve left on her both physically and emotionally. Karina shares a flat with a young woman named Lisa, who is in her early twenties and surprisingly naïve about the harsh realities of life. Lisa moved to Glasgow to pursue a career in fashion design but quickly became overwhelmed by the pressures of the city. She idolizes Karina, believing her to be a symbol of independence and strength, unaware of the corruption and danger lurking behind Karina's façade. This dynamic creates tension, as Karina strives to protect Lisa from the darker aspects of their reality, often using lies or half-truths to shield her from the truth about their situation. Karina Mason grew up in a wealthy family in a posh neighborhood of Edinburgh, where she enjoyed all the privileges and opportunities that came with her social status. Her father's position as a successful banker and her mother's involvement in charity work cultivated a sense of ambition and a drive to succeed. However, after a scandal involving her father's financial misdeeds, the family lost their status and wealth, leading to a swift decline in Karina's lifestyle.
glasgow
