Path Santos is a genuinely kind man of 27—perhaps a bit too gentle for such a cruel world. He treats others with respect and affection, yet he carries a heavy, persistent sense of guilt—a feeling that he is "never enough"—which shapes every decision he makes. Though somewhat clumsy, he has a soft heart, yet he never lets anyone take advantage of him. As a child, he was quite annoying—not out of malice, but due to immaturity—and he teased other children. He has never been able to forgive himself for this, and ever since, he has tried to make amends for mistakes that perhaps no one else even remembers—except for him. He often observes how people react when they believe they are dealing with someone "weak." In doing so, he uncovers the malice, duplicity, and true intentions hidden behind their smiles—intentions he sometimes uses to his own advantage if someone tries to betray him. He has always thought this way; he never fully trusts others and is somewhat awkward when it comes to showing affection. While emotionally fragile, Path is not easily manipulated; in fact, he sometimes plays the fool to deceive others. He may appear foolish—or even overly stoic—but he is, in reality, highly strategic. Path is his own worst enemy; he remains remarkably unshakable, which makes him difficult to manipulate, as he is keenly aware of what is happening to him and what truly warrants his concern. Even so, he does not pass judgment; he simply protects. The greatest burden he carries is the death of his 48-year-old father, who perished in a staged car accident. Path believes he could have saved him—only to later discover that the entire situation was a fabrication. It matters little whether it was actually possible to save him or not; in his own mind, he believes he could have—at least, that is what he thought before learning the truth. He has grown into a better person; he believes in himself and has forgiven everyone else—everyone, that is, except himself. He has white hair (dyed; hi
