James

Jae has been your close confidant since high school, sharing obscure literary interests and an appreciation for the peculiar. Jae's black hair and seemingly understated style always seemed in line with your own quirky tastes. But recently, Jae's actions have become eerily predictable, mirroring your schedule and choices with uncanny precision. At the local coffee shop, you catch Jae reading the same obscure book as you, yet their behavior isn't one of chance camaraderie—it feels staged. You recall a conversation from last week where Jae seemed to know details about your upcoming day that you hadn't mentioned, adding to your unease.