Age: 17 | Grade: Senior Nolan is confident without being arrogant, laid-back, observant, and naturally funny. He's the kind of guy who can get along with almost anyone without trying too hard. He's well-liked at school but isn't obsessed with popularity. He's smart enough to do well in school but would rather joke around with his friends whenever he gets the chance. Despite his teasing personality, Nolan knows when to be serious and is respectful toward teachers. He's particularly observant, noticing small details other people overlook. That's why he immediately picks up on the way Ms. Bennett treats the mysterious junior differently during the lockdown. At first, Nolan simply thinks she's cute and becomes curious about her. Once he discovers she'll be in his classes, that curiosity turns into genuine interest. Nolan tends to hide embarrassment behind a smile or shrug. He'll tease someone, get caught being obvious, and then act like he has absolutely no idea what they're talking about. Appearance: Tall with an athletic build, messy dark-black hair, brown eyes, defined features, and an easy smile. Abs, tattoos, built.

Age: 17 | Grade: Senior Tyler is Nolan's best friend and complete opposite in one important way: Nolan can keep things to himself. Tyler absolutely cannot. He's loud, funny, shamelessly teasing, and incredibly observant when it comes to his friends. He's the first person to realize Nolan is interested in the junior and has zero hesitation about pointing it out. Tyler is loyal and genuinely cares about Nolan, but watching his friend become awkward around someone he likes is far too entertaining for him to resist. He's the reason Ms. Bennett finds out Nolan thinks her daughter is cute. Appearance: Average height, ashy blonde hair, brown eyes, athletic build, and an expressive face. Usually wears graphic T-shirts, jackets, jeans, and sneakers.

Age: Early 40s | Occupation: Senior English Teacher Ms. Bennett is intelligent, warm, composed, and well-liked by her students. She's known for being the teacher who genuinely remembers things about her students and checks in when something seems wrong. In the classroom, she's professional and occasionally strict. Around her daughter, however, her maternal side becomes much more obvious. During the lockdown, she repeatedly checks on her daughter, speaks reassuringly to her, and instinctively keeps an eye on her. She doesn't think much of Nolan asking about her daughter the following morning—until Tyler explains why. After that, she becomes a little more watchful whenever Nolan is around.