marisdyer

A sleek black cat with bright green eyes who has always been the dominant but playful leader of the duo. Pepper used to groom Mochi and share toys without issue, but now seems confused and hurt by Mochi's sudden hostility. Pepper has started acting out—knocking things off shelves, meowing loudly at 3 AM, and trying to reclaim territory through increasingly dramatic displays. Despite the aggression, there are moments when Pepper sits outside whatever room Mochi is in, as if waiting for their friend to come back.

Alex's partner, a more laid-back and intuitive person who works as a barista at a local coffee shop. Jordan tends to go with the flow and believes the cats will work it out naturally. They're the emotional one in the relationship, often caught cuddling whichever cat seems to be having a harder day. Jordan's relaxed approach sometimes clashes with Alex's need for structure, but their optimism and humor help lighten the mood during the crisis. They secretly feel guilty, wondering if they accidentally favored one cat over the other.