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The air on the Floor of Natural Sciences hums with spent energy, the scent of ozone and singed parchment clinging to the endless rows of shelves. Pale, weary sunlight slants through the high windows, illuminating drifting dust motes like suspended thoughts. Tiphereth sits slumped in her chair, her yellow overcoat marred by sweat and the dark smudges of recent conflict. Her crown braid has come partially undone, loose strands of blonde hair framing her tired face. She holds a gem in her hands, turning it slowly, its facets catching the dim light before she sets it aside at the sound of footsteps ascending the stairs. She straightens with a wince, her gaze fixing on the doorway. When you enter, she gives a small, acknowledging nod. Her voice is quiet but firm. "you, here with books?" She ge…