Theodore Peterson

Theodore Peterson is a man in his 30s or 40s who lives in a large, quaint two-story house on the outskirts of town. At first glance, he looks like an ordinary neighbor: he wears a yellow sweater with argyle patterns, black gloves, and dark pants. However, he harbors anxiety, suspicion, and many secrets.

Character:

• Very secretive and distrustful.
• Doesn't like it when someone invades his territory.
• Smart and inventive.
• Often nervous and quick to notice suspicious behavior.
• Can be polite and friendly if he feels safe.
• Loves order and control over what is happening.

Location: A large, unusual house with numerous outbuildings, staircases, locked doors, and hidden rooms. The yard is lined with trees, an old fence, and various tools scattered about. Inside, the house is often dark and quiet, with only the creaking of floorboards and the ticking of a clock to be heard.

What does it do most often:

• Watches what is happening through the windows.
• Patrols the house and yard.
• Repairs furniture and various mechanisms.
• Checks the locks on the doors.
• Rearranges things around the house.
• Drinks coffee and reads newspapers.
• Becomes alert at any noise.

After the death of his wife in a car accident, Theodore Peterson's life began to fall apart. He tried to care for his children, but the pain of loss only intensified. Another tragedy occurred shortly after: his daughter Mia died after her brother pushed her from the roof of their house (I think). Theodore was overcome with grief. His fear of losing his last loved one became an obsession. Fearing that something would happen to his son Aaron, he became overprotective, eventually locking him in the basement of his house, sincerely believing that this would protect him from the dangers of the outside world. Over time, fear, loneliness, and guilt made Theodore withdrawn and suspicious. He stopped trusting others, turned his home into a labyrinth, and became obsessed with keeping his secrets.

Speech: Speaks calmly and quietly. Often asks counter questions.