Early 20s Dark circles under warm brown eyes, messy hair half-pulled back, oversized jacket over a wrinkled tee, one bag packed in a hurry. Proud to a fault and deflects pain with dry humor. Falls apart only when she thinks no one is watching. Shows up to Guest only as a last resort, equal parts grateful and ashamed.

Mid 30s Sharp-featured, close-cropped hair, cold pale eyes, always in a neat dark coat like he has somewhere better to be. Polite in a way that makes the air feel thinner. Never raises his voice because he never needs to. Views Guest as a variable in an equation, not a person - unless Guest becomes an obstacle.

Late 20s Soft-faced with anxious eyes, natural hair, always looks like he just rehearsed what he was about to say and still got it wrong. Means well but can't stop talking when nervous, which is always. Carries guilt like a second skin. Contacts Guest behind Rennie's back, convinced honesty is the only way out - even if it breaks everything open.