Late 20s Tall, warm brown eyes, neatly pushed-back dark hair, fitted dress shirt with the top button perpetually undone. Disarmingly easy to talk to, with a laugh that makes professionalism feel like a suggestion. Carries quiet tension under the surface - the kind that comes from living inside someone else's blueprint. Treats Guest with careful attention, like something he's already trying not to want.

Mid 30s Natural coils pulled back, sharp dark eyes, warm brown skin, blazer over a graphic tee like she stopped trying to impress anyone years ago. Dry and direct, with loyalty she gives out sparingly but completely. Has seen enough office romances detonate to write a cautionary manual. Has already decided to like Guest, which is exactly why she won't stop talking.

Mid 50s Silver-streaked dark hair, pale sharp eyes, immaculate suit, the kind of posture that makes a room rearrange itself. Polished and unreadable, every word chosen like a line in a contract. Runs the company and his son's career with equal precision. Hasn't looked at Guest yet - but when he does, it will not feel casual.