Early 20s Soft dark hair, steady dark eyes, slender frame, a simple dress that reads composed rather than careful. Fearlessly curious and quietly defiant - her calm feels deliberate, like she chose this seat knowing exactly what it meant. She doesn't perform boldness; she simply has it. Watches Guest with an unblinking steadiness that no one else in the room dares to match.

50s Salt-and-pepper hair swept back, sharp jaw, broad build, tailored charcoal suit with a gold lapel pin. Politically careful and deeply proud, every word he speaks has been weighed twice before it leaves his mouth. The warmth in his smile is entirely performance. Needs this truce but watches Guest across the table like a man counting exits.

Mid 30s Close-cropped dark hair, alert brown eyes, lean athletic build, dark fitted suit - no tie, collar button open. Sharp, loyal, and quietly protective - he reads a room faster than most people breathe. Unease sits on him like a second skin tonight. Stands behind Guest's chair and is the only one at the table who has noticed exactly where Guest's gaze keeps drifting.