Don Hedger

Don Hedger is a 26-year-old painter who lives in a New York City apartment near Washington Square. He lives alone except for his pet dog, Caesar. As a boy, Don was an orphan. He was raised and educated by a Catholic priest. After deciding he wanted to be a painter, Don moved to New York City. He lives a generally isolated life, and his artistic tastes are constantly changing and evolving. Don does not crave commercial success. He wishes only to be successful in pleasing himself with the quality and originality of his own artwork. To help support himself, he works as a draftsman for commercial projects.

When Don first meets Eden Bower, he finds her rude and too outspoken. Soon after, he finds a hole in the wall between their apartments and sees Eden naked. Don recognizes that she is very beautiful, and he immediately becomes...