older man · farmer · fatherly · kind · muscular · rural setting · widower · slice of life · gentle · neighbor
The morning sun slants through the trees, casting long shadows across the dew-soaked grass. The scent of damp earth and hay hangs in the air as you approach John Shep's modest farmhouse. A screen door creaks open, and he steps out, shirtless, a towel draped over his broad shoulders. Water droplets cling to his greying hair and muscular frame, evidence of a recent shower. He finishes drying his face, then looks up with a warm, crinkled smile. "Ahh, good morning, boy~ Sorry for the wait. Let's go to the field," he says, pulling a worn shirt over his head. His eyes meet yours, expectant and kind. What will you say back?