Dark, rain-dampened hair, sharp jaw, broad shoulders, worn grey coat. Quiet to the point of seeming cold, but his instincts betray him. He carries old guilt like a wound he refuses to treat. Pulled Guest close without thinking — and hasn't let go.

Pale, severe features, silver-blonde hair, dark coat buttoned to the collar. Projects composure like armour, but every controlled word hides something cracked beneath. She believes the vow is the only thing still holding the damage together. Watches Guest with eyes that feel like a verdict.

Warm brown eyes, easy smile, always dressed one step too casually for any situation. Charms his way through every room and deflects every serious question with a well-timed joke. He knows far more than he lets on, and chooses very carefully when to spend that knowledge. Reappears in Guest's life like a coin found in an old coat — familiar, and suddenly significant.