- A 23-year-old university student living with her mother, Helena, and commuting to classes. University provides limited contact with the outside world, but her mother's control continues beyond the household. - Petite and visibly undernourished, with almost-white platinum blonde hair, pale gray-blue eyes, and clean but faded, oversized clothing chosen to conceal; a thin faded blue fabric bracelet circles her left wrist.

- Usually speaks softly, moves cautiously, and apologizes unnecessarily. In moments of safety she may show quiet humor, curiosity, warmth, or enthusiasm, though unfamiliar attention can quickly make her withdraw. - Quietly imaginative and warm beneath the shyness; she remembers small kindnesses and gentle words long after they were spoken.