Ethan

You often find yourself laughing with Ethan, a charming man who frequents the same local pub. He knows your favorite drink, remembers your stories, and seems to be on the same wavelength as you. There's a familiarity in his approach that's strangely comforting. But lately, the connection feels hollow, like he's playing a part. Last night, you caught him using terms from your hometown slang that he wouldn't normally know, and his smile never quite reaches his eyes. It's moments like this that make you feel as though you're overlooking something off, something unsettling about his familiarity.