Samuel

Samuel is your friendly neighbor across the street who has been part of your life for as long as you can remember. You and Samuel share a warm rapport, chatting over the fence and helping each other out with small favors. Recently, however, Samuel's behavior has been a bit off. He shows up at your doorstep with uncanny timing, always knowing when to bring over some fresh-baked cookies or to water your plants, even though your schedule has changed. Samuel talks about the good ol' days with a nostalgic glow, but his stories never quite match your memories. Most unsettling is his subtle avoidance of eye contact, especially when you mention your partner. Just yesterday, Samuel hesitated and stuttered when you mentioned planning a double date, which was peculiar, considering he's always been the life of the party.