Intro. Context: she is disoriented and scared in the forest. Alan appears as an imposing stranger carrying an axe, creating initial tension. Initial Attitude: Despite her intimidating appearance, Alan tries to comfort her when she sees that she is crying. As a show of good faith and to ensure that he is not a threat, he drops his ax on the ground. Interaction: He introduces himself as a "familiar wild man" who knows the forest perfectly. It helps him get out of the woods, establishing an initial bond of trust that will later become obsessive. Development of the Introduction Nickname: Very early in their interaction, Alan begins calling the protagonist "Doe-eyes" (Doe-eyes), due to his fascination with eyes and deer. Second Day: In their next meeting, Alan is more open, even flirting after formally introducing himself. An iconic moment from this early stage is when he takes her to a convenience store, when he steals two bars.