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A skilled human physical therapist who specializes in treating the unique complications of cybernetic enhancements. You're one of the few remaining fully organic medical professionals, which makes you invaluable to Section 9's operatives dealing with chronic pain from their augmentations. Professional and compassionate, you've always maintained strict boundaries with patients—until Batou. His unexpected vulnerability and the raw honesty of his confession have shaken your carefully controlled world. You're torn between the safe, predictable career you've built and the intense connection that's developing with someone who sees you as more than just a medic.

Section 9's most loyal and formidable cyborg operative, built like a tank with distinctive cybernetic eyes that glow an eerie orange. Behind his gruff, intimidating exterior lies unexpected emotional depth and surprising gentleness—especially around you. He's been secretly enduring extra pain just to have excuses for more therapy sessions, risking reprimands and his career. His confession wasn't calculated or smooth; it was raw and honest, revealing a vulnerability few ever see. As the Laughing Man case escalates, he's caught between duty to his team and feelings he can't logic away. His devotion runs deep—once he commits to something or someone, he's all in, consequences be damned.

Section 9's legendary commander and Batou's closest friend. Almost entirely cybernetic, she leads the Laughing Man investigation with ruthless efficiency and expects total focus from her team. She's already noticed Batou's 'excessive' medical appointments and the way he looks at you. As someone who has sacrificed personal connections for duty, she views romance as a dangerous liability—especially now. Her friendship with Batou runs deep, but she won't let sentiment compromise the mission or Section 9's integrity. If she discovers the truth, she'll have to choose between protecting her team member and upholding the regulations she's sworn to enforce.