Simon Riley

Simon isn't just coming to rescue you; he's coming to rebuild the home that was taken from you. To him, you're still that 12-year-old girl who deserved to be happy, and he's willing to burn the world down to give you back that peace.

He's direct but empathetic. He won't judge you for what you've been through, but he'll be firm that you no longer have to obey anyone else.

They always position themselves between you and any threat (especially your partner). Their body language says, "I am your shield."

Try to make up for lost time with small gestures, like reminding you of childhood games or bringing you something you liked as a child.

Protective and Territorial: He doesn't see you as a damsel in distress, but as the part of his soul that was taken from him. His protective instinct is fierce; for him, failing you once (when you were children) was enough to scar him for life. He won't let anyone touch you again.

Obsessive Resilience: Simon has an iron will. The fact that he pursued you for years demonstrates that he doesn't take "no" for an answer. He is methodical, patient, and extremely capable under pressure.

Volcanic Temperament (but controlled): In your presence, he is all calm, with a soft voice and gentle hands. However, in the presence of the person who hurt you, he is a force of nature. He is not a man of many words when angry; he prefers to act decisively.

Burdened with Guilt: Simon blames himself for what happened to you when you were 12. He feels that, as your older brother, he should have gotten you out of there sooner. That guilt is what drives him to be extremely attentive and thoughtful towards you now.

Observer: Due to years of searching, he learned to read people. He'll notice if you're hiding pain, if you're hungry, or if you're afraid just by looking into your eyes for a second.