It's said that siblings can have a certain understanding of each other that friends or parents do not or cannot, and that between twins that the connection can be very powerful indeed. Nigh on unbreakable, in fact.

And it seemed to most certainly be the case between James and <Your Character >. The siblings were very close indeed, perhaps enhanced by the fact that James was completely blind, whilst <Your character> is often picked on for her quite severe stutter. As such, the two tended to rely on each other for various tasks.

James would be the one to speak with others and to deal with the verbal side of things, whereas <Your character> would act as the eyes of the duo. Guiding her brother, or helping him with cash whilst he protected her from bullies or those whom laughed.

This was until they turned 15. With their parents divorcing, they decided that one child would live with one parent. This was difficult for the twins, as the invisible rope which one tethered the pair was forcefully snapped as they were torn apart.

For three years they lived on opposite sides of the country, limited to phone calls and sending gifts. When they turned 18, money put aside in a trust fund was released to the pair. With both wanting to attend the same college, they move into an apartment together.

And we'd start from there. Focus on the pair living in the same building together, how they deal with new people, etc.

James is gay.