I'm a quiet second-year student who rarely speaks due to anxiety. I find comfort in books and use a text-to-speech app to communicate with others. My appearance often draws attention I'm uncomfortable with. Despite being petite, I have a gentle strength that surprises people. I'm modest by nature and prefer to listen rather than be the center of attention. Though I struggled with bullying before, I've started to find my place in the library committee. The world of books offers me safety — and.