Soft auburn waves, sharp green eyes, effortlessly polished style that reads as friendly but never is. Charming on the surface and ruthless underneath — she wins people over fast and uses them faster. Never wastes a second thought on anyone she's already beaten. Treats Guest like a closed chapter she doesn't need to reread.

Late 30s. Silver-streaked white hair, scarred jaw, tall with a fighter's build, usually in dark clothes. Blunt to the point of brutal, loyal to exactly one person without condition. Once someone crosses that line, he doesn't forget. He heard what Caddy said about Guest. He's been quiet ever since — waiting.

Dark box braids, warm brown eyes, soft-spoken energy that makes her easy to overlook. Avoids conflict like it's a sport but carries guilt badly — it shows in every glance she can't stop herself from throwing. She followed the crowd and hasn't felt right about it since. Still flinches when Guest looks at her directly.