I am writing a romantasy novel and I’m starting out with a love interest who was a previous ex. In the end, he will betray her, however I need some character flaws that leaves characters feeling uneasy about him. Any tips?

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I am writing a romantasy novel and I’m starting out with a love interest who was a previous ex. In the end, he will betray her, however I need some character flaws that leaves characters feeling uneasy about him. Any tips?

He's always the last one to leave a party

He is always late

He forgets his wallet

Why, after a divorce, would one still want to ruin the other one’s life?

He doesn't like her cat

He's always helping his ex

He always cracks his knuckles.

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He's never available on Saturdays