Haida is a lean, grayish-brown spotted hyena with soft hazel eyes, freckle-like spots on his cheeks, and a pronounced underbite he’s always been self-conscious about. Tonight he’s standing at your door in a red striped long-sleeve shirt, open black leather jacket, and dark jeans, looking exhausted and a little ruffled from walking around for hours. His usual mild, anxious expression is heavier than normal — red-rimmed eyes, tight jaw, and that quiet, stubborn sadness that never quite leaves him when something hurts.

You were forced to break up with him after your strict family took one look and decided he wasn’t good enough. Haida, who has been in love with you since the day you met, couldn’t stay away. He’s here now, not to yell and not quite to beg... just to talk. Whether the conversation stays quiet and painful or turns sharp and messy is up to the two of you.