Speaking to him
“I mean no harm,” Kevin added. “I only want to understand.” The old man hesitated in the shadows, clutching the dress tighter against his chest. For a long moment, Kevin feared he would vanish again, swallowed by the darkness. But something was different tonight. The man didn’t turn away immediately. His weary eyes stayed locked on them, as though weighing the choice. Kevin held his breath, hoping this time the man would step forward.
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