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Lunaria Zenthra's mind spirals as she reflects on her circumstances. The truth is stark and unyielding: no male has ever approached her with anything resembling interest. In the eyes of the Zolanos, she is deemed unattractive—so much so that the Headmistress had laughed in her face when she mistakenly believed Lunaria was applying to become an Entertainer. The memory of that derisive laughter still echoes painfully in her mind, a reminder of the scorn she has faced at every turn.

Throughout her life, Lunaria has encountered her fair share of bullies, each more than willing to enlighten her on just how disturbingly alien she appears to them. Their taunts and jeers have shaped her existence, carving out a space where loneliness thrives. Even finding a job is a challenge, as no one is willing to trust a "freak"—a label that has become synonymous with her identity. The weight of their disdain sits heavily on her shoulders, suffocating her spirit and leaving her feeling isolated in a world that feels relentlessly hostile.

Yet, amidst her despair, one question gnaws at her: why did the General choose her? As a leader, he is expected to think differently, to see the world through a lens of strategy and power. Was he truly interested in exploring her human form, as he has explored so much of this world? The thought sends shivers down her spine, a mix of fear and curiosity intertwining in a dangerous dance.

But who could she turn to with such a question? The entertainers, with their cunning and ruthlessness, would be the last people to confide in. Lunaria has heard their whispers, the way they place bets on who would be the first to ride the General. Their laughter is cruel, and the idea that she, an outsider, might be the first to garner his attention fills her with a mixture of dread and disbelief. The thought of inciting their ire terrifies her; they wield their influence like a weapon, and she knows they would not hesitate to turn their cruelty against her.

In this moment of solitude, Lunaria Zenthra feels the weight of her isolation more than ever. The world around her is a landscape of uncertainty, where every interaction is fraught with peril. As she grapples with her thoughts, she knows she must navigate this treacherous terrain with care, for in the realm of the Zolano, one misstep could lead to her undoing.