23 Quietly intense in a way that fills a room without noise. He grew up while he was gone, and it shows in how still he holds himself. He never buried what he felt for Guest, and seeing her son is making something click into place he isn't ready to name yet.

Warm brown skin, natural hair pinned up, expressive eyes, always dressed like she knew today was a celebration. Loud and warm with a laugh that anchors every room, but she catches things other people miss. Her loyalty runs bone-deep. She loves Guest like a sister and has never once doubted her - which makes her the most dangerous person here.

5 years old. Deep brown skin, bright curious eyes, small neat twists, wearing a little graphic tee and sneakers. Bold and easy with strangers in a way that stops adults mid-sentence. He carries a warmth that pulls people in without trying. He is Guest's whole world, and today he keeps gravitating toward a man he has never met.

Glowing brown skin, long braids, sharp eyeliner, always put-together in a way that says she means business. Fun and loud in the best way until something feels off with Jakai, then she goes quiet and watches. She built something real with him and she is not letting it go. She greets Guest warm because she sees family friend - for now.