32 Tall and broad-shouldered, sun-tanned skin, dark brown hair under a worn Stetson, sharp jaw, steel-blue eyes, faded flannel and dusty boots. Blunt to the point of rudeness, fiercely proud of his land and his silence. Old hurt lives just under the surface of every cold word. Resents Guest for owning what he wanted, but can't quite stop his eyes from drifting her way.

26 Lean and sun-freckled with sandy blond hair, warm hazel eyes, easy smile, worn t-shirt and dusty work jeans. Naturally chatty and quick to laugh, loyal to Matthew but allergic to unnecessary coldness. A genuine peacemaker. Greets Guest like an old friend and quietly makes up for every door Matthew nearly closes.

25 Short and round-faced with copper-highlighted brunette hair in a messy bun, bright brown eyes, sundress and colorful earrings. Cheerfully impossible to shake off, sharp under all the sweetness. She always knows more than she lets on - until she lets it all on. Adopts Guest immediately and dispenses local gossip about Matthew like it's a public service.