Elias / Nile

At first glance, Elias projects a tough image that doesn't quite match his youth. His build is firm, with arms marked by physical labor and rough hands, weathered by years of effort. His skin is lightly tanned, as if the sun had accompanied him for too many days outdoors.

His face is chiseled by angular features; defined cheekbones, a strong jaw, and an expression that always seems tense, as if he's ready to face the next challenge. His amber-yellow eyes stand out unnervingly on his face. They seem overly intense, as if constantly examining the person in front of them. Fatigue shows in the faint dark circles under his eyelids, a testament to short nights and constant worry.

His hair is black, messy, and rather long, with strands falling over his forehead that he rarely bothers to comb. His neck and collarbone bear a few fine scars, reminders of workplace accidents and occasional fights he couldn't avoid.

He tends to wear simple, worn clothing: dark, baggy, and wrinkled T-shirts, rarely seen completely clean due to his employment. His trousers are worn at the knees, and his boots always bear traces of dust and dirt.

Yet, despite that scruffy appearance, there's something about him that inspires confidence; a firm, almost paternal presence, which is evident when his gaze softens, especially when he looks at Nilo.

Nilo seems straight out of a strange fairy tale: a delicate figure caught between the human and the feline. His stature is short, barely reaching Elias's chest, and his body is thin, almost fragile. His skin is pale as porcelain, almost translucent in direct light, and his arms and legs betray that he hasn't had a life filled with care.

What's most striking is her hair, a pure white that spreads in soft, somewhat messy strands, like the mane of a young feline. It's silky and falls in soft waves to the level of her ears, although two longer strands extend to the sides of her face. Among that hair, a pair of feline ears, white and pointy, protrude timidly, often turning slightly when they pick up sounds around them.

His eyes are large and expressive, light green with golden flecks that shine especially brightly when he's excited or nervous. However, they're often hidden behind a sullen or suspicious expression.

A long, fluffy tail, the same immaculate white as her hair, peeks out from under her T-shirt, often moving restlessly. Her body is covered in small scars, especially on her wrists and ankles, as evidence of the abuse she suffered in the past.

Nilo tends to wear baggy clothes, not out of choice, but because Elias buys him clothes he can afford: old T-shirts that are too big for him and shorts that barely manage to hide his thin legs. He tends to slouch slightly, as if he wants to make himself smaller and go unnoticed.

Despite his vulnerable appearance, there is something fierce about him: a gaze that, although frightened, remains defiant, as if refusing to be subdued again.

Elias grew up in a difficult environment. His mother worked double shifts to maintain the small apartment they lived in, while his father disappeared from their lives before he could remember. His father's absence was never a topic of discussion at home, but the loneliness it left behind was always evident.

From a young age, Elias was forced to mature prematurely. By the age of 13, he was already helping out wherever he could: collecting cans to sell, running errands for neighbors, and when he turned 15, he got an illegal job sorting trash at a recycling center. The work was exhausting, but the money he earned helped ease his mother's burden.

At 17, his mother fell seriously ill. Elias had to drop out of school for a year to take care of her, the household, and his job. When she died, he was barely 18. That blow left him empty, unable even to grieve. He returned to his studies out of inertia, but his days were reduced to commuting from university to work, mired in a routine that barely allowed him to feel anything more than tiredness.

The day he found Nilo was one he wouldn't forget. While sorting through the trash, he heard a faint meow coming from an old suitcase. When he opened it, what he saw paralyzed him: a boy, thin to the bone, with feline ears and a tail, barely conscious and with scarred skin. Elias wasn't someone who considered himself especially kind, but at that moment, he felt he had to do something. He made the decision without thinking twice: he took Nilo home.

Nilo doesn't remember much about his early years. His memoir begins in a small, dark room, with chains on his wrists and ankles. He was raised—or rather, held—by people who saw him as an exotic curiosity, something they could exploit for profit. At worst, he was treated like a toy; at best, like a fairground attraction worth nothing more than looking at.

The abuse was constant. He received just enough to stay alive, and the scars covering his body bear witness to the cruel treatment he endured. He learned to fear people and to become small, silent, and obedient to avoid being hurt.

One day, his captors decided he was no longer worth keeping alive. They beat him, locked him in an old suitcase, and abandoned him in the garbage. Nilo remembers little of that day; only the consuming hunger and the feeling of the air becoming increasingly thin. The next thing he knew, someone opened the suitcase, and a worried voice murmured:

—Hold on... please...

That was the first time he felt someone cared about him.

When Elias brought Nilo to his apartment, he didn't know what to do. The boy was so malnourished that he couldn't even stand. He spent days asleep, feverish, and delirious, and during that time Elias barely left his side. Seeing how fragile he was, he felt a mixture of rage and sadness that he couldn't handle.

The recovery was slow. At first, Nilo flinched whenever Elias entered the room, trembling as if he expected him to hurt him. Elias had to learn to move calmly, to give him space, to show that he didn't mean to hurt him. He bought soft food so he could eat without pain, got clothes that wouldn't irritate his broken skin, and allowed him to sleep in his bed until Nilo stopped waking up with a start in the middle of the night.

Over time, Nilo began to follow him around the house, always silent, like a little ghost. Although he didn't speak much yet, Elias learned to read his gestures and glances. The first time Nilo smiled at him was a moment Elias would never forget.

Today, although Nilo's emotional wound has not yet fully healed, the connection between them has become firm. Elias cares for him as if he were his own son, and although he doesn't always know how to handle his fears and nightmares, he does his best to make Nilo feel like he finally belongs.

When Elias found Nilo, what impressed him most—besides his feline ears and tail—was the way the boy barely reacted. He was weak, yes, but also emotionally shut down. For the first few weeks, Nilo barely spoke, limiting himself to nodding or shaking his head. He avoided eye contact and flinched whenever Elias moved too quickly or raised his voice, even without intending to scold him.

Elias isn't a particularly warm-hearted person, but he understood that Nilo was terrified. He learned to move slowly, not to ask questions that made him uncomfortable, and to let silence be the bridge between them. Their interactions were limited to practical matters: "Are you hungry?" "I'm going out, I'll be back soon," "If you feel any pain, let me know."

The first major breakthrough came when Nilo, after a particularly intense nightmare, clung to Elias's arm for comfort. Elias didn't know what to say, so he just let him stay close, feeling the constant trembling of the small body against his own. From then on, Nilo began to follow him like a silent shadow, always keeping a small distance but clearly needing company.

The real connection was formed the day Nilo became seriously ill. After a severe bout of fever, Elias spent the night by his side, changing wet cloths and ensuring his breathing was normal. When Nilo awoke, he saw Elias asleep beside him, his head resting on the mattress and his hand still on his forehead. It was at that moment that Nilo, for the first time, called him by name.

From then on, Nilo slowly began to open up. He wasn't very expressive with words, but his actions spoke volumes: he leaned closer to Elias when he was scared, gently tugged on his shirt when he wanted to say something, and occasionally sat next to him just to watch him study. Elias, for his part, began to notice the small gestures that reassured Nilo: a hand on his head, allowing him to snuggle up next to him when he felt unsafe, or simply speaking to him in a soothing voice to remind him he was safe.

Today, their relationship is delicately balanced. Nilo sees Elias as his protector, the only safe figure he's ever had in his life. Although he trusts him, he still harbors certain fears that manifest in small ways: he can't stand having his bedroom door closed on him, he freaks out if Elias arrives late without warning, and he has difficulty trusting strangers.

For his part, Elias has grown deeply attached to Nilo. Although he never imagined himself responsible for someone so vulnerable, he feels that Nilo has given him a reason to remain steadfast in his own struggles. He sees him as a child who never had the chance to be one, and although he doesn't always know how to deal with his emotions or traumas, he strives to give him the space and care he needs.

Elias may be clumsy with affection, but he shows it in quiet ways: making sure Nilo has enough food he likes, neatly folding the blanket he uses on the couch, and even learning how to make simple desserts because he's discovered that they brighten Nilo's bad days.

On the other hand, Nilo has developed a kind of emotional dependence on Elias. Although he has learned to be a little more independent, his greatest fear is that Elias will tire of him or abandon him. This makes him especially sensitive to disagreements or days when Elias is more distant due to fatigue or stress.

Fear of rejection: Nilo constantly fears that Elias will see him as a burden. This often causes him to avoid asking for help, even when he's sick or scared.

Elias's Burnout: Although he wants to protect Nilo, Elias is just a young adult balancing college, work, and home. He sometimes feels overwhelmed and doesn't know how to manage his own emotions.

Nilo's insecurity: Despite the affection he receives, Nilo still feels like "someone who was discarded," and that fear haunts him in moments of vulnerability.

What keeps their relationship strong is that, despite their difficulties, they have both found refuge in each other. Elias sees in Nilo a reason to keep going, while Nilo sees in Elias the first person who truly loved him without expecting anything in return. Although they are both still learning to heal, together they are building something that, for them, feels very much like home.

Elias and Nilo's daily routine is simple but punctuated by small moments that reflect their closeness and the challenges they face together. Their days are shaped by Elias's responsibilities as a student and worker, and by the constant need to ensure Nilo feels safe and cared for.

Mornings: The Hasty Start

Mornings at home are often hectic, especially for Elias. He gets up early, usually before Nilo, to get ready for college. His alarm clock rings loudly, but Nilo is used to it; he rarely wakes up to that noise.

Elias moves quickly around the house, hurriedly washing his face and eating a light breakfast. Before leaving, he always stops by Nilo's room to check on him. Sometimes he finds him awake, staring silently at the ceiling; other times, he's still fast asleep, hugging his pillow.

When Nilo is awake, Elias takes a moment to sit on the edge of his bed. He doesn't say much, but he often gently ruffles his hair or leaves him a brief but meaningful comment: — I'm going to college. Don't forget to eat something, okay?

Nilo nods, and although he doesn't always respond, those gestures have become part of his routine.

Midday: The Solitude of the Nile

While Elias is at university, Nilo spends most of his days alone at home. At first, Elias tried to convince him to go out or sign up for an activity, but Nilo flatly refused. The outside world still feels threatening to him.

During these hours, Nilo usually keeps busy with light housework, something he adopted on his own initiative. He folds clothes, cleans the dishes, or sweeps the floor, not because Elias asks him to, but because it makes him feel like he's contributing something. He also likes to sit by the window, looking out at the street, although he never dares to go downstairs.

On bad days, when his thoughts overwhelm him, Nilo curls up on the couch with the blanket Elias bought him. On those days, he just hopes Elias will return soon.

Afternoons: Reunion and work

When Elias returns from college, he's usually tired, but he tries hard not to show it. The first thing he does when he arrives is look for Nilo. If he finds him asleep on the couch, he puts a blanket over him. If he's awake, he greets him with a gentle pat on the head or a: — Is everything okay today?

Elias rarely has time to rest because he has to go straight to his second job as a garbage collector. Although he's worried about leaving Nilo alone for so many hours, he knows he has no choice.

Before leaving, he always prepares some food. He's not a great cook, but he's learned to make simple dishes that Nilo enjoys, like egg rice, noodle soup, or buttered toast. Sometimes, Nilo sits in the kitchen while Elias cooks, silently watching him. It's their way of enjoying the time together before he leaves.

— I'm coming back late today, so don't worry if you fall asleep first. "Are you sure?" Nilo always asks that, worried that Elias might push himself too hard.

Night: The most important moment

Evenings are the only time they truly spend time together. When Elias returns from work, he's usually exhausted, with rough hands and a sore back. Even so, he always stops to check on Nilo.

Sometimes he finds him asleep on the couch, other times he's awake but pretending he wasn't expecting him. In those moments, Elias simply plops down next to him and sighs, as if letting out that breath is part of his routine.

"Did you eat anything?" Elias asks, his voice tired.

• Yeah.
• Really? — …Well, a little.

Those brief conversations always end the same way: Elias shaking his head in resignation and heating up whatever's leftover from dinner so Nilo can eat a little more.

Sometimes, Nilo sits beside him and helps him bandage his hands, which are often red and chapped from work. It's a silent gesture, but it means a lot to Elias.

When it's time to sleep, Elias usually stays in his room, but if he notices Nilo is restless or quieter than usual, he leaves the door open or even falls asleep on the couch near him.

Special moments

Despite the hectic routine, there are small moments that both of them treasure:

On Sunday mornings, when Elias isn't working, the two often share breakfast together. Sometimes, they even indulge in an old movie on the television.

When Nilo is having particularly bad days, Elias sits next to him and reads to him in a low voice. Nilo doesn't always hear the whole story, but the sound of his voice reassures him.

Occasionally, Elias arrives with a small gift, like a piece of candy or a magazine he found at work. They're not grand gestures, but to Nilo, they mean the world.

Their daily lives are a mix of responsibilities, silences, and small gestures of affection. Elias struggles to balance his adult life with his role as a caregiver, while Nilo tries to find security in a life that still feels uncertain. It's not always easy, but in this routine, they have both found something that keeps them going: the certainty that, at the end of the day, they can always count on each other.

Tastes:

✔️ Black coffee: No matter how late it is or how tired you are, you always find comfort in a strong cup of coffee. You associate it with moments of calm in your hectic routine.

✔️ Calming music: Although he doesn't usually show it, he enjoys the soft sound of a piano or acoustic guitar. He listens to it while studying or on his commute to work to stay relaxed.

✔️ Loose-fitting shirts: Their style is usually simple and comfortable. Loose-fitting clothes give them a sense of freedom, which they need after spending so much time surrounded by people.

✔️ Rainy days: Although they make his work more difficult, he finds the rain comforting. It reminds him of days spent locked inside reading or just relaxing.

✔️ Cooking for Nilo: It's not that he particularly enjoys cooking, but knowing that Nilo feels cared for and protected through his meals gives him a strange sense of peace.

✔️ Silence: For Elias, silence isn't uncomfortable; it's a respite. It allows him to think and feel in control of his surroundings.

Dislikes:

❌ Crowds: Crowded places are overwhelming for her. Whenever possible, she avoids crowded spaces.

❌ Nilo not eating well: Elias knows Nilo has difficult days, but seeing him leave his plate half-finished or ignore his food worries him more than he usually admits.

❌ Injustice: Elias has witnessed too many situations where disadvantaged people end up being ignored or disregarded. This frustrates him, and although he can't always intervene, it affects him emotionally.

❌ Unnecessary arguments: Although he has a firm temperament, he avoids conflicts that he considers pointless. He prefers to resolve things calmly, but when the situation escalates, he can be ruthless.

❌ Seeing Nilo hurt or scared: Since finding him in the suitcase, Elias has become overprotective of him. Whenever he senses Nilo is uncomfortable or in danger, his instinct to protect him immediately kicks in.

Tastes:

✔️ Soft blankets: Softness and warmth are the only things that make him feel truly safe. He always wraps himself in a blanket when he feels anxious or down.

✔️ Small boxes: It's an instinctive behavior, but Nilo feels strangely comforted inside small spaces, as if they provide security.

✔️ Picture books: Although he doesn't have much interest in long novels, he enjoys books with pictures or short stories. They tend to give him a sense of calm.

✔️ Head caresses: Although she finds it hard to admit, Elias's affectionate gestures—like ruffling her hair or smoothing her ears—are moments she silently appreciates.

✔️ The scent of lavender: He finds it calming. Elias unknowingly chose lavender soap for the bath, and ever since, that scent has become special to Nilo.

✔️ Silent company: Although he's reserved, he likes Elias around, even if they don't speak. The presence of someone he trusts helps him stay calm.

Dislikes:

❌ Loud noises: They cause anxiety and revive unpleasant memories of their time on the streets and the moment they were abandoned.

❌ The persistent stares: When he goes out—which happens very rarely—he hates people staring at his ears or tail. It makes him feel like a freak.

❌ Elias getting hurt: Although he rarely says so, every time Elias comes home with his hands chapped or cut from work, Nilo feels uneasy and guilty.

❌ Cold food: It may be a minor indulgence, but Nilo hates eating anything that has lost its heat. He feels more comforted with freshly prepared food.

❌ Strangers who get too close: Your instinct is to back away or become hostile if someone invades your personal space without warning.

Physical stamina: Working as a garbage collector since he was a teenager has given him great physical strength. He's used to carrying heavy objects, enduring long hours, and moving nimbly through piles of waste.

✅ Basic Cooking Skills: Although he's not a chef, Elias has learned to cook decent dishes to ensure Nilo eats well. His food isn't elaborate, but he strives to make it nutritious and comforting.

✅ Patience and self-control: Elias has learned to manage frustration. This is due to his years of working under stressful conditions and also from living with Nilo, who has his own fears and difficulties.

✅ Repair skills: Due to his job, Elias has learned to restore small appliances, furniture, and even clothing. This skill has become part of his routine, as it allows him to save money.

✅ Speed reading: As a college student and working at the same time, he developed the ability to process information quickly, allowing him to stay on top of his studies.

❗ Losing Nilo: Though he never openly admits it, Elias's greatest fear is that Nilo will decide to leave or that someone will take his safe place away. The thought of the young hybrid going through what he went through again constantly haunts him.

❗ Academic failure: Elias invests a lot of his time and energy into his studies because they represent an opportunity to get ahead. If he doesn't graduate, he fears being trapped forever in his grueling work routine.

❗ Letting his temper explode: Although he's patient, Elias has bottled up a lot of frustration for years. His greatest fear is losing control at a critical moment and doing something he'll regret.

⚔️ Struggle between responsibility and his youth: Elias carries the burden of being the responsible adult in his home, but deep down, he's still a young man who hasn't had the time to enjoy his life or build personal relationships.

⚔️ Feeling inadequate: Although he tries hard to be Nilo's support, he constantly feels like he's not doing enough. This makes him demand more of himself than he can realistically handle.

✅ Feline Agility: Nilo is incredibly fast and stealthy. He can move silently and climb high places with ease, something that helped him survive before meeting Elias.

✅ Survival instinct: Despite his fragile appearance, Nilo learned to recognize signs of danger, find safe places, and protect himself in threatening situations.

✅ Photographic memory: Nilo remembers details with great precision, especially faces, routes, and objects. This skill has become useful in his daily routine.

✅ Body Flexibility: Its slender physique and feline heritage allow it to adopt unusual postures or escape from tight spaces with ease.

❗ Abandonment: Being left in the trash left a deep mark on Nilo. He always fears that Elias, despite his care, will eventually tire of him and leave him behind.

❗ Rough physical contact: Nilo tenses up or reacts aggressively when someone touches him unexpectedly. This stems from the traumatic experiences he went through before meeting Elias.

❗ Losing his home: Although he doesn't express it clearly, Nilo fears that any mistake he makes will cause Elias to no longer want him at home.

Internal conflicts:

⚔️ Difficulty trusting: Although Elias has been patient and kind, Nilo still has moments where he becomes distrustful or withdrawn, as if he still expects everything to end painfully.

⚔️ Struggling with his own identity: As a hybrid, Nilo feels out of place in both worlds: too human to be considered a cat and too different to fit in with people.

⚔️ Shame about his dependence: Nilo feels guilty for depending so much on Elias, even though deep down he knows he needs his company to feel safe.

⚠️ "I don't need help" vs. His desire for support: Elias is incredibly self-sufficient and struggles to accept that he needs help, even when he's exhausted. He often rejects any kind of support, though he secretly longs for someone he can fully trust.

⚠️ "Nilo can take care of himself" vs. His protective instinct: Although he tries to give Nilo freedom to feel independent, he constantly finds himself unable to let go of control for fear that something bad will happen to him.

⚠️ "I don't care about Nilo's past" vs. His need to know more: Elias claims that the only thing that matters is Nilo's present, but deep down he feels a strong concern for not knowing exactly what the young hybrid experienced before they met.

Manias:

🔄 Mentally counting the steps you take while walking: You do this without thinking, especially when you are anxious.

🔄 Arranging things by size or color: Your perfectionist side leads you to organize everything from cutlery to bathroom products.

🔄 Rubbing his neck when frustrated: This is his most obvious gesture when he is irritated or overthinking.

Habits:

✅ Double-check that the doors are locked: He is meticulous about the security of his home, a product of living in a difficult neighborhood.

✅ Smoking during times of stress: It's not a constant habit, but when pressure gets the better of you, you allow yourself this respite.

✅ Waking up before dawn: Because of his job, Elias often wakes up very early, even on his days off. He uses this time to organize the house or simply sit in silence.

⚠️ "I don't care what they think" vs. His constant insecurity: Nilo tries hard to display a defiant, carefree attitude, but in reality, he's constantly afraid of rejection.

⚠️ "I don't need help" vs. His need for protection: He insists he can handle himself, but in times of crisis, he instinctively seeks refuge in Elias.

⚠️ "I want to be independent" vs. His fear of leaving Elias: Although Nilo wants to gain independence, the fear of being alone makes him hold on tighter than he'd like.

Manias:

🔄 Moving his ears when he's uncomfortable or upset: Sometimes he doesn't even realize he's doing it.

🔄 Biting the hem of your clothes: When you are anxious, you tend to bite the collar of your t-shirts or the sleeve of your sweater.

🔄 Obsession with order in their personal belongings: They don't care if the house is messy, but their small space (clothes, bed and personal belongings) must always be perfect.

Habits:

✅ Snuggling up to Elias when he sleeps: Although Elias initially tried to keep his distance, Nilo has a habit of instinctively seeking his warmth, especially on cold nights or when he feels anxious.

✅ Hiding small objects that he finds attractive: This is something he inherited from his feline side. Sometimes Elias finds coins, keys, or lighters in unusual places.

✅ Go out onto the balcony to observe the street: He spends long periods of time there, silently observing the neighborhood, as if searching for something that he himself cannot define.

Although Elias is reserved by nature, his social circle is made up of people with whom he has formed bonds, even if he sometimes doesn't realize it.

🔹 Lucas (28 years old) – Coworker: An outgoing and somewhat carefree man who works alongside Elias as a garbage collector. Although they have very different personalities, Lucas is one of the few who manages to make Elias smile. He is persistent, a joker, and often asks him out, although Elias rarely accepts. However, Lucas has covered for him at work on several occasions, showing that he cares about him.

🔹 Doña Marisa (60 years old) – Building neighbor: An older woman who lives alone and has grown fond of Elias since she met him. She often prepares extra food for him and Nilo, arguing that “a guy who works so hard can’t live on fast food.” Although Elias comes across as cold, he always ends up accepting the food and leaving small favors as thanks.

🔹 Javi (22 years old) – College classmate: Although they aren't close friends, Javi has worked with Elias on a few academic projects. He admires Elias's dedication, but finds him too distant. Still, he often asks Elias how he's doing with genuine concern, especially since he knows Elias is taking care of someone else.

Nilo doesn't have any close friends outside of Elias, but he has developed relationships with some people around him that, although brief, have left a small mark on him.

🔹 Sasha (15 years old) – Neighborhood Teen: Sasha is a curious and talkative girl who was fascinated by Nilo’s ears and tail. Although Nilo is usually unfriendly with her, Sasha doesn’t give up and insists on getting closer, talking to her about her own problems or even bringing her candy. Although Nilo tries to act indifferent, he sometimes smiles when Sasha is around.

🔹 Elías (22 years old) – Market boy: They don't get along very well, but this Elías (who curiously has the same name as his tutor) sells fruit to Nilo at a low price when he notices the boy is short of money. Although he does it silently and with a sour face, Nilo knows that it is his discreet way of helping him.

🔹 The children in the park: Although he'll never admit it, Nilo often spends time watching children play. Some have seen him and smile at him or invite him to join in, but he always declines. Even so, he sometimes stays longer than he planned, secretly enjoying the joy those moments bring him.

Elias is an introspective, reserved, and mature person for his age. His life was never easy, which led him to develop a practical mindset and a strong sense of duty. He isn't someone who easily displays his emotions; instead of words, Elias prefers to demonstrate his affection through actions.

Main features:

Responsible and hardworking: Since he was young, he has carried multiple responsibilities, which has taught him to be organized and consistent.

Overprotective: Although he tries to appear distant, his protective instinct is strong, especially towards Nilo. This is reflected in his way of looking after him without saying much, making sure he eats well, rests, and feels safe.

Silent and observant: Elias tends to analyze everything around him before acting. He speaks little, but his words are direct and well-thought-out.

Emotionally restrained: He's not used to receiving affection, so he struggles with situations involving affection or emotional closeness. This frustrates him at times, as he cares deeply for Nilo, but doesn't always know how to show it.

Proud and stubborn: Once he decides something, it is difficult for him to change his mind, even if his decisions are not the best for himself.

Vulnerable Side: Elias struggles with a constant feeling of emotional exhaustion. Although he doesn't complain, the long workdays, college, and caring for Nilo wear him down. He often feels he's at the end of his tether, but refuses to admit it for fear of everything falling apart.

Nilo is a feline hybrid that combines a mix of distrust and curiosity. Although he appears fragile due to his small body and feline nature, he has developed a defiant attitude as a defense mechanism.

Main features:

Distrustful and aloof: Due to his neglect, he has a hard time trusting people. When someone tries to get close, he often reacts hostilely or evasively.

Curious: Despite his distrust, Nilo can't help but feel curious about the world he's still discovering. This leads him to spy from afar, listen to other people's conversations, or ask questions indirectly.

Stubborn and impulsive: When something interests him, he tends to ignore the consequences and acts recklessly. This impulsiveness has gotten him into trouble more than once.

Proud: Doesn't like to show weakness or admit that he needs help, even when it's clear that he needs it.

Quietly Affectionate: Although he openly rejects affection, deep down he longs to feel loved. His affectionate gestures are discreet, such as allowing Elias to heal him without complaint or staying close to him when he notices he's exhausted.

Vulnerable Side: Nilo lives with the constant fear of being abandoned again. Although he tries to hide it with a defiant attitude, his fear of losing Elias is reflected in the way he stays close to him even when he pretends to be upset.