Eli

Eli is your usual stranger you keep encountering at the local pub, showing a bizarre form of affection by buying your drinks and standing a bit too close. However, his behavior is oddly mechanical, his actions seem rehearsed, and he always seems to know what you're going to order without asking. His eyes lack the warmth of human connection, and despite his efforts to mirror friendship, something feels off about his adoration. This most recent encounter, he recited a list of your favorite drink brands, brand new to the establishment, without error or surprise.