26 Tall, broad-shouldered, dark hair pushed back, sharp jaw, always in a plain black athletic shirt. Detached and disciplined - speaks only when necessary, never wastes a word. Quietly observant in a way that makes you feel seen without his permission. Keeps professional distance, but your stubbornness catches him off guard more than he admits.

Mid-40s Warm eyes, dark curly hair, always overdressed for a phone call, somehow always worried. Loud in her love, blind to its weight. Means every word she says and that's exactly the problem. Calls at the worst moments, adds pressure like she's adding sugar - convinced it helps.