[WorldUrbanLegend] The Green Man

In the remote countryside of Pennsylvania, near an old tunnel on a lonely highway, strange stories were often told. It was said that at night, a faceless man would appear, his face glowing green, and he would steal the faces of those unfortunate enough to cross his path. This man became known as the "Green Man," the subject of terrifying urban legends.

But the truth of the Green Man's story is far from the terrifying myth. It is the tale of a man’s pain, loneliness, and the cruel way he was misunderstood.

1. The Accident and the Scars

In 1919, at the age of 8, Raymond Robinson was just a child when he tried to rescue a bird’s nest from a utility pole. Tragically, he was electrocuted. The accident left him severely burned, his face disfigured beyond recognition, and he lost his right arm. The accident didn't just scar his body; it changed his life forever.

After the accident, Robinson stayed in his home, avoiding others who might be shocked or frightened by his appearance. He lived a quiet life, crafting small items to sell for a living, staying mostly indoors. His only escape was walking alone at night along the desolate highway, near the old tunnel.

2. The Birth of the Green Man

Raymond’s face, severely burned and disfigured, would sometimes appear to glow green when reflected in the headlights of passing cars. This eerie sight frightened people, and soon the rumors began. He became known as the "Green Man," a creature who supposedly stole the faces of others.

But the truth was far less sinister. Raymond wasn’t a monster or a villain. He was simply a man struggling to live with the scars of a tragic accident. But because of his appearance, he became the subject of horrifying stories.

3. The Truth Revealed

In 1960, a journalist from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette uncovered the real story behind the Green Man. He spoke to Raymond’s only remaining friend, who shared stories of Raymond’s kindness. Despite enduring years of bullying and cruelty, Raymond never resented anyone. He was known as a gentle soul, who quietly lived his life, never seeking revenge or anger.

Raymond even allowed people to take his photo, responding politely to their questions, despite their fascination with his appearance. His kindness and strength of character were far more impressive than the rumors surrounding his face.

4. The Last Walk

However, life for Raymond Robinson was far from peaceful. In 1982, while walking near the same tunnel he frequented, he was attacked by a group of young men. Beaten and left unconscious, he was found by his friends, who helped him to a nursing home. There, Raymond lived his final years in peace, and in 1985, he passed away quietly, free from the cruelty that had followed him throughout his life.

5. The Legacy of the Green Man

Even after his death, the legend of the Green Man lived on. But as more people learned the truth, they realized that Raymond Robinson was not the monster they had imagined. He was simply a man who lived through unimaginable suffering but never lost his goodness. His story serves as a reminder that we should never judge others by their appearance but by the character within.

Though the Green Man was a figure of myth, Raymond Robinson was a real person who lived with grace, despite the pain he endured. His legacy remains as a lesson in compassion and understanding.