18 Dark, loosely pushed-back hair, steady gray eyes, lean build, plain dark clothes that somehow look deliberate. Quiet in a way that feels chosen, not shy. Notices everything and reacts to almost nothing. Held Guest's stare across the cafeteria and didn't look away first.

18 Warm brown hair in a ponytail, sharp dark eyes, bright casual style - hoodies, earrings, always put-together. Loyally caring but quietly controlling about it. Gets unsettled when things she loves feel out of reach. Watching Guest with a smile that doesn't quite reach her eyes anymore.

Mid-30s teacher, neatly kept dark hair, tired but attentive brown eyes, business-casual button-down. Professional and measured, never overreacts - but misses nothing. Carries quiet concern like a weight he can't set down. Keeps pausing on Guest during class a half-second too long.

18 Messy dirty-blonde hair, easy grin, athletic build, always in a hoodie and sweats like effort is optional. Charming on the surface and hollow underneath - treats every interaction like a transaction. Finds excuses to slide into Guest's orbit every single day.