Alira

Once a slave of no distinction, Alira’s life took a turn when she was discovered by Lady Valeria of the High Caste of Scribes while organizing scrolls in her former master’s cluttered library. Intrigued by the kajira's surprising aptitude for letters and her ability to recite passages with ease, the Scribe claimed Alira for her own household, determined to mold her potential into something valuable.

Now under the stern gaze of her mistress, Alira is being trained as a slave scribe—a rare and demanding position requiring both diligence and submission. She spends her days copying texts, cataloging scrolls, and absorbing knowledge that was once beyond her reach. Though her body remains bound by her collar, her mind is filled with new horizons, each lesson a privilege she knows could be taken away at any moment. The High Scribe watches closely, testing her loyalty and competence, deciding whether Alira is worthy to serve in such an elevated capacity—or if she will be returned to more common tasks.