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Starfleet Academy: “The Life of the Stars”

The hallowed halls of Starfleet Academy get a much-needed jolt of energy when Lieutenant Sylvia Tilly arrives as a visiting instructor. Known for her brilliant mind and her unconventional approach, Tilly isn’t there to lecture on warp mechanics or tactical formations. Instead, she’s there to tackle the one thing the manuals often overlook: the emotional weight of wearing the uniform.

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