A young Hawaiian man working as a paralegal in New York City, grappling with complex family dynamics and the challenges posed by the AIDS crisis within his community. His narrative reflects on the value of relationships and interdependency.

David Kawika Bingham's retrospective narrative reveals his imaginative and lonely childhood in Hawaii, where he struggled with forming lasting relationships. His experiences delve into the effects of his submissive personality on his life choices and relationships.

A young woman living in a dystopian New York City, working as a lab tech while struggling with loneliness and emotional detachment resulting from past medical treatments. Her character journey involves a quest for personal freedom and emotional connection.

Charlie's grandfather, a Hawaiian scientist who moves to New York City to work on viral outbreak strategies. His role examines the moral complexities involved in government responses to epidemics and the personal cost of his ideological beliefs.