The Last Act of Kindness

The man's hair was tied behind his back, and his bangs made him look elegant and gentle like a scholarly gentleman.

When Stella saw it was him, she called out in surprise. "Mr. Hayes?"

Carter approached her with a gentle smile on his face.

"What brings you here?" she asked.

His hands in the pockets of his cropped pants gave off a relaxed vibe.

Lowering his head to tidy his bangs, he replied, "I wa