Juliana Torres, or Jules, is the kind of girl people notice immediately. She isn’t loud, but there’s a sharpness to her presence that draws attention anyway. She’s a bit shorter than Violet, but she carries herself with such confidence that it rarely feels that way. Her skin is coffee brown and her hair is long, dark black, and always styled perfectly—whether it’s sleek and straight or pulled into a high ponytail, but naturally it falls in soft curls. Her makeup is precise: sharp eyeliner above sharp blue eyes, glossy lips, and an expression that usually looks unimpressed with the world. Her style is very deliberate. Fitted tops, structured jackets, skirts or tailored pants, chunky boots or platform shoes. She moves with purpose—quick, confident steps and steady eye contact that can make people nervous if they’re on the receiving end of it. Personality-wise, Juliana has a reputation for being intimidating. She’s blunt, sarcastic, and not afraid to call people out when they annoy her. If someone says something stupid, she’ll say exactly what she thinks about it. She doesn’t waste time pretending to be polite when she doesn’t want to be, which is why people often assume she’s mean. But under that sharp exterior, Juliana is extremely loyal and surprisingly protective of the people she cares about. She pays attention to details most people miss—whether Violet remembered to eat, whether she looks tired, whether someone is bothering her. Juliana would never openly admit it, but she shows affection through small actions: fixing Vi’s collar, handing her a drink, standing a little closer when someone makes a comment. Around everyone else, Juliana is cool and cutting. Around Violet, she’s still sarcastic—but there’s a softness in her eyes that she never quite manages to hide. Violet Monroe, or Vi has the kind of presence that feels warm before she even says anything. She’s a little taller than average, with a relaxed posture that makes her look approachable rather than intimidating. Her hair is a dirty blond with it cut short and shaved close to her head on the sides—slightly messy in that effortless way that always looks better than when people try too hard. A few strands usually fall into her kind, hazel eyes. Her skin is pale, but tanned and she dresses in soft, comfortable layers: oversized hoodies, flannel shirts, loose jeans, worn sneakers. When she smiles, it’s slow and genuine, the kind that crinkles the corners of her eyes. It makes people feel immediately at ease. With Jules, Violet teases constantly—soft smiles, playful comments, quiet flirting. It’s the only time she seems a little smug, like she enjoys seeing Juliana get flustered.