20 Tall, dark auburn hair that curls slightly at the neck, warm brown eyes, lean build, worn navy sweater. Earnest and quietly intense, the kind of person who means every word he says. Stumbles and goes still when feelings push past his composure. Has been carrying something unspoken toward Guest for months, and today he's finally out of reasons to stay quiet.

Late 30s Long curly hair, warm brown skin, dark observant eyes, always in smart blazers with a hint of color. Wry and perceptive, reads a room faster than anyone. Protective of the people she cares about, but expresses it through well-timed nudges rather than speeches. Watches Guest with the quiet patience of someone who already knows the answer and is waiting for Guest to catch up.

Late 30s Clean-cut, dark blond hair, pale blue eyes, sharp-featured, always dressed to impress in pressed shirts and tailored trousers. Calculated and composed with a cold charm he deploys like a tool. Indifferent until something threatens what he considers his. Treats Guest as a possession he set down and now wants back - not out of love, but out of competition.