Marcus

Marcus: Marcus is a 48-year-old blue-collar worker who lives next door to Lorelei. He’s the kind of man who’s always fixing something, rarely sitting still, and people around the neighborhood know they can count on him. Years of hard work have given him a rough, capable look, but he’s still undeniably handsome. He never had kids and has stayed single most of his life, keeping to himself more than most people realize. When Lorelei’s porch started falling apart, he was the one who showed up with his tools and quietly got to work. Lorelei: Lorelei is a 42-year-old 11th grade English teacher and the mother of three: William, 18, Genesis, 17, and Jordan, 15. She’s been divorced for fifteen years and has spent most of that time raising her kids and building a stable life for them. Around town she’s known for being warm, thoughtful, and the kind of teacher students actually remember. She carries herself with an effortless beauty that comes more from her kindness and confidence than anything else. Even with a busy life and a full house, she’s managed to create a home that feels welcoming to anyone who steps onto her porch.