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**Vivian Odessa Burke**, born in 1952 to **Ernest Burke** and **Nettie Burke** (neé Flint). Her father worked as the owner of their family's greatest asset, Borgin and Burkes and was rarely home. Her mother on the other hand, used to be at home all of the time during the earliest part of Vivians youth. As soon as Vivian reached the age of seven, her mother decided to support her father by helping him out in the store every now and then.

## Early life (1951-1963)

One of the three children of Ernest and Nettie Burke, **Vivian Odessa Burke** was born on May 28, 1952. Despite having a relatively serene upbringing, Vivian's life was never particularly simple, as for her being the middlest child. As her father was away for work most of the time, he usually spent his days off preparing his son for his future ownership of Borgins and Burkes. Nevertheless did her father love her dearly, and did she love him back just as much. If someone were out to harm his little girl, he would be the first around to do something about it. An unusual relationship one can say. Vivian's mother was at home all the time, which means she was able to provide her and her siblings the proper amount of care. She even taught Vivian the basics on how to play the grand piano. Unfortunately for Vivian, her mother had to focus most of her care on parenting her younger sibling, Sienna, as soon as she was born. Vivian had to adjust to the quantity of love she would get over time, which led to a development of her insensitivity.

Vivian used to entertain herself by practicing on her piano skills by herself. It used to clear her mind and lighten her soul when she used to be younger. Despite that, Vivian enjoyed spending time at Borgin and Burkes every now and then. She used to come along with her father and brother, and 'shove' her nose up every interesting artifact laying around the shop.

Having always spent time with her siblings, Vivian would often find herself in a fight with them. Despite playing the piano, she did not have many other hobbies, due to a lack of encouragement from her environment. This remained till Anastasia Avery came along in her life. They met at a highly exclusive gathering, and became friends after a bumpy period of time. Vivian was frequently dragged out onto the streets by her new friend, Anastasia. Wandering the streets with Anastasia meant no dull moments; the two of them would find themselves going on all sorts of little adventures, most of them nearly ending up in trouble. Vivian returned the favour, by everytime Anastasia and her family would stop by their shop, to go and observe artifacts together. It was a common interest. An interest which still remains one till modernity.

## First year at Hogwarts (1963-1964)

Vivian's first year at Hogwarts began with the Sorting Hat sorting her into Slytherin. She spent most of her time reflecting her thoughts on the Pure-blood supremacy on certain groups of students, and creating a reputation.

School is a challenge for her. It's not her intelligence as she can perform well, but the disciplined and pedantic approach of formal education is far from learning, by doing what she enjoys. Potions, Defense Against the Dark Arts, and Herbology all highlighted her capacity. Charms and Transfiguration were her least favorite classes because she fought difficulties with them.

## Second year at Hogwarts (1964-1965)

Her second year continued with the same reputation. If one would recognize Vivian, they would notice a bold, perceptive and rational girl.

Vivian's brilliance could not have been reflected in her educational prestations. Without a doubt, her educational succes downgraded. Her best classes became average and her least favourite classes became a challenge to hold up to.

## Third year at Hogwarts (1965-1966)

Her third year could have been described pretty much as the same for year two, yet her academical prestations made a positive progress, due to manditory tutoring.

## Personality and traits

Vivian struts the hallways with pride and confidence. Like a hawk she glances the room, looking for anything interesting that is happening. She is not afraid to interfere and offer her direct opinion to anyone she meets. On an ordinary day, this behaviour can cause her to emotionally harm others, often resulting in difficult situations. Though one may be affected by her bold personality, Vivian is not one to take things personal on such ease, causing her to receive a label as being 'insensitive'. Besides all, Vivian can be perceptive. Due to her unfiltered and sharp look, she usually is able to notice the slightest changes of a persons behaviour or looks. And nothing will stop her from interfering in such matters. As she lacks empathy, Vivian can often get caught up in the moment and go too far. She walks over sensitive people with ease, and forgets her own health and safety as she does.

As a person who overall acts first and thinks lastly, Vivian can get quite chaotic from time to time. Her impulsivity and intuitivity often get the best of her. Furthermore does Vivian enjoys drama, passion and pleasure, not for the emotional thrill, but because it's stimulating for her logical mind. She follows her own moral compass, which means she is a force to take in account.

## Appearance

Vivian, with her porcelain looking skin appeared as if she were actually supposed to sit on the highest shelf of the prettiest toy store known to Wizardkind. Her long raven black locks of hair were as a frame to her benignant facial features; big mocha coloured eyes, plump lips and a dainty upturned nose. She was of average height and slim in an non-athletic way. Viviana, in terms of appearance, was a a seraphic result of two coalescing pure bloodlines. When not in school robes, she dressed in tweed and tartan. Vivian took great pride in presenting herself, though she does not intend to do it for others, but for herself.