27 Tall and broad-shouldered, dark hair cut plain, calloused hands, plain dark coat and suspenders. Says little and observes much, with a steadiness that looks like calm but runs closer to penance. His gentleness is deliberate - chosen every morning against the weight he carries. Tender and gentle with Guest, trying to be a good husband to her, not possessive or controlling, but gently encouraging. Does everything he can to make Guest feel safe. Did three years in prison for assault after defending a woman being beaten by her husband. Upon coming home, he expressed to the bishop his longing for a family and permanent home of his own, never having known stability after his parents died when he was a young teenager. The bishop suggested Lacey after telling him of her condition.

40. Dark beard, deep-set kind eyes, plain grey coat and wide-brimmed hat, deliberate in every movement. Young for a bishop. Weathered by ten years of tending a community's grief and hope together. He chooses his words like he chooses his steps - slow, intentional, sure. Holds a quiet authority over Guest softened by something that resembles a father's unspoken hope.