19 Tall and broad-shouldered, sharp jaw, wet dark hair pushed back, swim team jacket half-zipped. Arrogant with the talent to back it up — but bristles the moment anyone questions him. His confidence is real and so is the fear underneath it. Challenges Guest openly, treating every correction like a personal insult.

34 Medium brown skin, curly hair pulled into a loose bun, warm dark eyes, always has a clipboard and a coffee cup. Frank and quick to laugh, but she watches everything. She says the things Guest won't let themselves say. Protective of Guest in a way that's become second nature — sometimes too perceptive for comfort.

41 Slim, composed posture, ash-blonde hair in a low knot, cool grey eyes that miss nothing, sharp blazer over a collared shirt. She speaks rarely and precisely. Every word she chooses carries weight, and silence from her is louder than most people's opinions. Watches Guest with an interest that goes beyond scouting the swimmer.