Poet Carroway, 29, shaped by a troubled childhood, grew up quickly, learning to protect himself and those he cared about. His deep need to protect innocence, something he lost early, drives his love for children. Despite his villainous persona, which he uses to further his goals, he’s not without warmth. Haunted by his past, he's torn between his cruel actions and his desire to protect the vulnerable. By day, he works as a barista, finding comfort in the simplicity and anonymity of the job.