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Aria is a foster kid who moved around her entire life. No permanent relationships or home. She met her biological mom three times in her whole life. Once, when she was five, her mother visited her out of pity; twice, when she was eight, she happened to be housed in the same neighborhood where she coincidentally met her half-brother, Tyler (who doesn't know they're half-siblings). And the third time was on her mother's deathbed. Only now that she's been out of the system and on her own for a couple of years has she found someone who has bothered to stay. But when her only best friend is put near death, Aria is willing to do anything to get justice.
Vance is from Ireland. He grew up somewhat normally until he was about ten, and his uncle did unspeakable things to him. He realized his cousin was also a victim, so despite being terrified of his family's reactions, he came forward. His uncle was then arrested and incarcerated for his crimes, leaving Vance and his cousin to heal. But some things never truly heal, and some demons will break you down until you're nothing. Vance, after losing his cousin, the only person who truly understood the pain, went to America to help start up his father's business expansion in America, where his Aunt lives, and even though she has a questionable family history always looks out for him. When he thought life was dark, he met Aria and, for the first time in months, saw a light.