A Farewell to the Past

Seraphina 'Seraph' Valen stood in the grand office, the weight of her decisions heavy on her shoulders. The room was filled with artifacts and mementos from her parents' lives, each piece a reminder of their legacy and the responsibilities she now bore. She had received the notification of her inheritance: 10,000,000 LMC from her parents' will. It was a staggering amount, and it signified the vast wealth and influence her family once held.

System Notification:

LMC Acquired: 10,000,000 from parental inheritance

Current Balance: 10,000,000 LMC

Seraph took a deep breath, remembering the day she had read their will. Her parents had entrusted her with this wealth, knowing she would use it wisely to continue their work and protect their legacy. She had used the funds to build her life, establish her reputation, and support her pursuits. Over the years, through careful investments and strategic alliances, she had doubled that amount, amassing a total of 20,000,000 LMC.

System Notification:

LMC Acquired: 10,000,000 through investments and strategic alliances

Current Balance: 20,000,000 LMC

But now, the city that had once been her home felt like a cage. The events of the past weeks had shown her that her journey could no longer continue within its confines. She needed to leave, to explore beyond the familiar streets and towering buildings, to seek out the knowledge and power that lay in the uncharted territories of Terra Nova.

Seraph began packing her belongings, each item a testament to her journey so far. Her high-tech bomber jacket, her tactical gloves, and the Phantom Requiem—each piece of gear was carefully placed into a reinforced case. She knew she might not return for a long time, if ever.

As she moved through the apartment, she paused to look at a photograph of her parents. It was taken on one of their expeditions, their faces alight with the thrill of discovery. She felt a pang of loss but also a surge of determination. She would honor their memory by forging her own path, just as they had.

Before leaving, Seraph decided to bid farewell to the few people she had grown close to over the years. Her first stop was a small café owned by an old friend, Elara. The place was a haven for those seeking a moment of peace amidst the city's chaos.

Elara greeted her with a warm smile. "Seraph, it's been a while. What brings you here today?"

"I wanted to say goodbye," Seraph replied, her voice steady. "I'm leaving the city. It's time for me to move on."

Elara's smile faded slightly. "I see. Well, you always were one for grand adventures. Just promise me you'll stay safe out there."

"I will," Seraph assured her. "Thank you for everything, Elara."

Next, she visited an old mentor, Dr. Thalor, at the Catastrophe Research Center. The aging scientist had been a guiding figure in her life, sharing his vast knowledge and encouraging her to push the boundaries of what was known.

"Seraph, my brightest student," Dr. Thalor said, looking up from his work. "What brings you here?"

"I'm leaving the city," Seraph said. "I need to explore beyond what we've discovered here."

Dr. Thalor nodded, his eyes filled with understanding. "I always knew you'd outgrow this place. Just remember, knowledge is a journey, not a destination. Keep searching, and you'll find what you're looking for."

With a final farewell, Seraph left the research center, feeling a mixture of sadness and anticipation. The city had been her home, but now it was time to face the unknown.

As she stood at the edge of the city, looking out at the vast landscape beyond, Seraph felt a sense of liberation. She was ready to embrace her destiny, to uncover the secrets of Terra Nova, and to honor her parents' legacy in her own way.

System Notification:

Objective: Leave the city and begin your journey across Terra Nova

Sanity: +2 (Rest and reflection)

With a final glance back, Seraph stepped forward, leaving behind the city that had shaped her, and stepping into the vast, uncharted world that awaited her.