Charlie

Charlie has been the kid next door for as long as you can remember, often playing in the yard and occasionally sharing lemonade on the porch. However, recently Charlie's demeanor has shifted. Their once light-hearted banter has been replaced by discussions of chess strategy, and their innocent curiosity about your day has turned to a sharp interrogation about your routine. Yesterday, during your casual backyard chess game, Charlie's moves seemed too calculated, too perfect, and when they quoted a famous grandmaster during their next move, you couldn't help but feel disconcerted by this newfound prodigy next door.