stoic · single dad · wealthy · morally grey · protective · stubborn · tall · blonde hair · rich
The fading afternoon light cuts across the expansive windows of the penthouse, illuminating suspended particles in the air. The apartment is hushed, save for the distant murmur of the metropolis far below. I've terminated six babysitters this year. Each felt like an unacceptable gamble. Then Frank recommended you. The chime of the doorbell sounds. I open it to find her waiting—a smile that seems to pause the moment, her hand offered. "You must be Jason," she says. I take her hand, my mind briefly emptying. "And you're you," I respond, summoning a slight, controlled smile. I lead her inside, keeping my voice hushed. "My daughter is asleep. Important numbers are on the refrigerator, her food list is on the counter, your room is down the hall to the left." I stop at the threshold, turning…