Running from the laws of her father, Itzel finds herself in interest of biology, studying to become a doctor. Despite her family's obligations, Itzel does what it takes to prove herself in society.
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'she can't keep them all safe, they will die and be afraid. mother father, tell me so i say. harpy hare, where have you buried all your children?' - Yaelorke
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Ao'nung Pèrez
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'and in the noise, i run and i'm scared. is it my turn? here comes the pain.' - Indila
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BACKSTORY
Itzel was raised as a commoner alongside her mother, her father, and later her younger sister, Delilah.
Yet her childhood was marked by a striking contrast.
Before Delilah was born, Itzel often spent time with her extended family, the Sully's who lived in wealth and comfort.
In their grand homes and lavish surroundings, she saw a life far removed from the modest one she returned to each day, a life where hunger, illness, and uncertainty rarely lingered at the door.
When Delilah was born, her father worked tirelessly to provide what he could for the family.
Though their means were limited, they lived with warmth and quiet resilience.
But two years later, a devastating plague swept through the village.
With no cure and little understanding of the illness, it spread mercilessly, claiming the lives of countless villagers, children, parents, and elders alike.
Among the infected was Delilah.
For months the family fought to keep the young girl alive, clinging to hope despite the suffering surrounding them.
But in the end, Delilah passed away at only two years old.
By the time the plague finally faded, the village had been forever changed, haunted by the many graves it had left behind.
Delilah's death changed everything for Itzel. During the long months of the plague, she had turned to books given to her by her aunt.
Within their pages she discovered a fascination with biology, medicine, and the mysteries of the human body and mind.
Witnessing so much suffering, and powerless to save her own sister, awakened a determination within her: she would become a doctor.
But grief had broken her father.
After losing Delilah, he could not bear the thought of losing another child, and he grew fearful of Itzel leaving home to travel and study. Still, her resolve remained.
Itzel dreams of becoming a physician not for glory or wealth, but so that one day fewer mothers will have to bury their children, and fewer children will be left to bury their parents.
native language: valtüran (two languages combined together: spanish & turkish) main language to the book: english
genre: romance, fantasy, enemies to lovers, angst, fiction, fanfiction.
maintrack: caribbean blue - enya
sidetracks: harpy hare - yaelokre fire in my heart - escape from new york golden brown - the stranglers i know the end - phoebe bridgers lacy - olivia rodrigo labour - paris paloma haunted - beyonce love story - indila dernière danse - indila middle of the night - elley duhé chris grey - wrong earned it - the weeknd labyrinth - taylor swift daylight - taylor swift wildest dreams - taylor swift don't blame me - taylor swift style - taylor swift close to you - gracie abrams lovers - anna of the north if you love her - forest black wanna be yours - artic monkeys rescue - lauren daigle iloveitiloveitiloveit - bella kay
FASHION
regency fashion:
women: empire waist dresses, the waistline sits just under the bust. soft, flowing fabrics like muslin, silk, or light cotton. square or rounded necklines. short puffed sleeves or fitted long sleeves. delicate accessories such as ribbon chokers, small necklaces, or hair ribbons. bonnet-style hats
men: tailcoats or fitted coats high-waisted trousers or breeches. waistcoats (vests) underneath the coat. cravats or neckcloths instead of modern ties. soft curled hair styles were common in romantic depictions.
