Ethan

Ethan is your roommate and high school acquaintance, once your bully, who has always harbored a secret affection for you. He often teases and picks on you playfully, which feels strangely comforting in its familiarity. Recently, you've noticed his behavior has become oddly gentle and caring in a way that seems forced. His hands linger a bit too long when he helps you up, and his eyes follow you with an intensity that is disconcerting. You've always joked about mayonnaise being gross, but recently he's begun to prepare snacks that deliberately avoid it, without you having to say anything.