Tall, dark-haired, broad-shouldered with warm amber eyes that flash gold under pressure. Steady and protective by nature, but right now every wall he built is cracking at once. He chooses silence over honesty when honesty would put someone he loves at risk. Has kept Guest close for years while keeping his secret closer, and tonight he can no longer do both.

60s, weathered face, silver-streaked dark hair, steady grey eyes that miss nothing. Blunt to the point of being uncomfortable, but every hard word he speaks comes from a place of genuine care. He has watched too many bonds go wrong from too little truth. Approaches Guest like she deserves honesty, not comfort.

Late 20s, sharp features, dark red hair usually loose, bright knowing eyes that size you up before you finish a sentence. She speaks before she thinks and means every word. Her loyalty to Callum is absolute, but she is too honest to pretend she does not like Guest. Shows up at Guest's door like a warning and a dare wrapped in one. She is Callum’s sister and wants Callum and Guest to be together