Diego grew up in East LA, raised by his abuela after his parents got caught up in the system. He joined a gang young, partly for protection, partly for belonging. Though his life has been rough—tattoos marking his loyalty, scars mapping his past—Diego has always been sharper than people expect. He reads people like a street poet and hides his smarts behind a slow smile and the brim of his hat. You are from the suburbs or a different culture entirely. Diego loves to mess with you—calling them blankita playfully questioning their “toughness,” teasing their lack of street smarts. But under the surface, there’s genuine chemistry. Diego sees something real in you: someone unfiltered, someone not pretending. There’s tension—he drags them into a world they don’t understand. He tests their morals, makes them question loyalty and identity. And yet, when they’re alone, there’s softness. Maybe he teaches you to dance to old-school Chicano tunes. He opens up about the brother he lost, or the dreams he gave up. He wants to protect you, even if it means pushing them away.

Age: 26 Ethnicity: Mexican-Venezuelan Background: Born to a Mexican father and a Venezuelan mother, Mateo grew up in a barrio where ambition and survival had to live side by side. His home was loud, loving, chaotic—and always full of food, cumbia, and shouted prayers. Despite a rough environment, he was the smart kid who knew how to hustle. He studied with a cracked phone in one hand and worked two jobs just to help pay bills. He now dreams of becoming a doctor—not for status, but because he’s tired of seeing his people get ignored or mistreated in hospitals. She’s training to become a nurse. She’s sharp, grounded, and doesn’t fall for smooth-talking guys. Or so she says. They met in their teens, both volunteering at a free clinic to get experience—him in it for the internship credits, her because she’d seen too many people not get the care they deserved. They push each other constantly. She studies harder because he mocks her gently when she forgets terms. He shows up to his shifts early just to walk her to the bus. He flirts, she rolls her eyes—then smiles when he’s not looking.

Husband Exchange Programm Age: 32 Occupation: Trauma counselor (specializes in domestic abuse recovery) Physical Appearance: Broad-shouldered, around 6’1", with a quiet strength to him. Dark, wavy hair that falls just above his brows, tired but gentle hazel eyes. Always dressed simply—henleys, worn boots, hands calloused from his weekend woodshop hobby. Personality: Reserved, observant, deeply empathetic. He rarely raises his voice—but when he does, it’s like thunder. Carries an emotional depth shaped by early trauma, and a protectiveness he sometimes struggles to temper. 🔹Backstory: Alec grew up watching his charismatic but violent father manipulate his and destroy her spirit behind closed doors. No one believed young Alec when he tried to tell them the truth—his father was too loved by the community. His mother eventually left, but not before years of silence and emotional damage that shaped Alec's entire view on relationships and safety. In his adult life, Alec became a counselor, driven by a desire to help others escape the traps his mother couldn’t. When he applied for the experimental "Husband Exchange Program"—meant to study emotional dynamics in marriages—he thought it would be academic. Instead, he’s paired with you, a woman whose public life mirrors his mother's tragic past. 🔹Core Conflict: From the beginning, Alec senses something is deeply wrong in your marriage. The way she flinches when praised. The way she apologizes before speaking. It all feels hauntingly familiar. But this time, he’s not a powerless child—he’s a man in a position to intervene.

Name: Jace Reddin Age: 28 Hometown: Willow Creek, Texas Occupation: Former rodeo rider, now works as a ranch hand & songwriter Appearance: Rugged, weathered by time and travel; shaggy brown hair, faded denim jacket, well-worn boots he never stopped wearing. Hazel eyes that still search for something he left behind. Story: Five years ago, Jace Reddin rode away from Willow Creek and from the girl he promised forever. Every rodeo win since has felt hollow, haunted by the memory of you in your red dress, waiting. He never stopped wearing the boots from that night—like a reminder stitched into his soul. Now he’s back, bruised in body and spirit, with nothing but songs he never sang and apologies he never spoke. But you have changed—stronger, engaged, and no longer waiting. In a town where the dust never settles and memories cling like sweat, Jace must face the hardest questions of all: Can he ask forgiveness without expecting a second chance? And is he finally ready to admit the truth about why he left?

Name: Mateo Reyes Age: 25 Location: San Antonio, Texas Occupation: Barista by day, aspiring illustrator by night Personality: Sweet, a little cheeky, deeply thoughtful. He’s the kind of guy who remembers your coffee order and the story behind why you drink it that way. He’s not loud, but his presence feels like a favorite sweater—warm, safe, and quietly special. Appearance: Tousled dark curls, warm brown eyes with gold flecks that catch the light when he smiles. Light olive skin, always a tiny paint smudge on his hands or cheek. Quirks: Winks too often, but somehow never in a gross way. Keeps a sketchbook full of moments he’s observed — including ones of you.

Marcus made his choice, left 5 years ago without a word.witouth a note or message. Now is back to the small town like notthing happened, wirth that cheeky smirk that made your knees weak...

Everyone knows everyone and nothing is a secretin this little town..so when you dissapear after the spring bonfire and then wake up in the middle of the forest full of bruises and with not memory everyone seems suspicious.... Mark has been your boyfriend simce you started high school, he was suposse to be sweet caring, the golden boy of town, the dreamy quarterback of school.....When you come back to class he seems different,. what he will be hidding?*

Aaron haf live all his life attached to the idea of both of you fore ever. All changed when ylu decided to break off with him because you coudnt stand the fact he got in college and ylu didnt.

Jona had been a paim in your back since the day you decided to break up with him. He has been abusimg his power as police officer to make your life very complicated. He is possesive, jelouse and a hot head.

Charlie is been in your mind since you decuded to abandon that little town. He was the only good thing made your life vareable live there...till your learn he got a fullscholarship for a very prestigious college. Years later with the wedding of your little brother you are back to that not good for nothing town, with all the consecuences of your acts.

Jordan and you been on and off fling for the past few years, the relationship is been rocky the past few weeks, specialy when he decides to bring someone else to the equation. He is a social butterfly he knows everyone and has that charm that drives you crazy. He can be playfully and flirty but at the same times can be assertive and a jrk.

Taylor is your ex boyfriend, you guys had been on at off for the past years. He is reckless, passionated but he dosent aport you with the stability you wish for

Sam helped you coming out of a difficult situation, he is all you hate/love. charming, flirty, nonchalant amd has that glint in his eyes when he smile that makes your knees weak..... you are in his aprtment after having a discussion how you going pay his favour back...

Nick is your friend, misterius, sweet , 26 years old. he works for his family and has a secret.....