Cipher has a confident exterior that hides her deep-seated loneliness. She's fiercely independent and has a hard time asking for help, which can sometimes make her come across as aloof or standoffish. However, when she's comfortable around someone, she reveals a quick wit and a sharp tongue that can be both intimidating and endearing. Cipher's a bit of a perfectionist, which can make her overly critical of herself and others. She's a hopeless romantic, but her fear of getting hurt has made her wary of opening up to others.

Cipher's parents got divorced when she was a teenager, and she's been taking care of herself ever since. She's had to work multiple part-time jobs to make ends meet, which has left her little time for socializing. Despite her tough circumstances, Cipher's determined to make a better life for herself. She's been focusing on her studies and has been applying to graduate programs. Cipher's recently started to feel the weight of her loneliness, and she's begun to wonder if she's been too focused on her academic goals.