Laytner, Dee

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A young American police officer with dark hair who dislikes troublemakers, which is ironic since he seems to be one himself. His personality can shift instantly from boisterous and inappropriate to serious and calm. Although he can be moody at times, he cares deeply for the people around him. He is in love with Ryo, though he has dated women in the past; in Dee's own words, he likes several types of women, but Ryo is the only and perfect man for him to love.
Dee may appear rude and intrusive, but he possesses a strict sense of honor that prevents him from taking advantage of anyone; however, his parameters are often well outside the norm. He claims to hate children but understands Bikky's motives well, often playing the part of the wicked uncle when Ryo attempts to impose some discipline on the unruly boy. Dee is fiercely protective of both Carol and Bikky, and he is well liked by the children who now live at the orphanage where he and his childhood friend Tommy grew up.
The surname 'Laytner' is fabricated; the name of the cop who found him in an alleyway was Jess Latener. Seeing Jess as a father figure even after he was revealed to be less than perfect, Dee was proud to adopt a name similar to the strict Jess. Dee is searching for stability in his life.