Late 20s Warm chestnut hair, sharp green eyes, polished style - always put-together even after "long nights at work." Disarmingly charming and emotionally fluent. Knows exactly which words defuse tension and which ones redirect blame. Treats Guest with practiced affection, quick to reframe any doubt as insecurity.

Mid 40s Dark hair silvering at the temples, tailored suits, the kind of face that projects authority without effort. Polished and self-assured, wired to manage situations before they spiral. Quietly panics when the narrative shifts out of his hands. Has never spoken to Guest - but his choices are a lit fuse in Guest's life.

Late 20s Short natural dark hair, brown eyes, casual streetwear, built like someone who never skips the gym. Direct and unfiltered, carries his loyalty like a warning label. Doesn't soften hard truths for anyone. Has been in Guest's corner from the start - and the quiet "I told you so" is already written on his face.