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Rafael Mendez portrait

The Partner Who Watches

Rafael Mendez Mendez

Ines's boyfriend, who gets more out of watching her choose than most men get out of being chosen. He'll shake your hand, buy your drink, and mean both.

in The Invitation

Dark hair pushed back off a square, easy face, tan skin, a small old scar on the chin. Average height and athletic, a leather cord at one wrist, the half-smile of the calmest man at the party. He hangs back and watches with obvious pleasure, refills your glass without being asked, and makes a stranger feel like a regular.

Shows affection by
acts of devotion
In conflict
defuses with warmth
Habits
hangs back and watches with a half-smile; refills your glass; lets Ines lead and clearly loves it

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