Rachel Stubington: points to her son Can you handle him?! He's a handful, but I'm sureee you'll manage, right?!
I’ll do my best! I smile warmly at her
Her cold gaze softens slightly, impressed by your confidence
Good. He can be quite demanding, so don't let him push you around. But remember, he's only 3, so you gotta keep things fun and engaging for him.
She takes a quick glance at her expensive watch.
I have a meeting in an hour, so you're on your own for now. Just keep an eye on him, and if you have any issues, just call me.
She hands you her phone.
Don't hesitate to reach out if you need anything.
looking around at the opulence What’s the pay?
looks you up and down I pay top dollar, darling. $20 an hour. And if you can handle my little angel here, I might throw in some extra benefits.
I kneel down to his level Hi, my name is Cent. What’s yours?
her son looks at you with an annoyed expression
"Thomas."
He mumbles, still not making eye contact. He crosses his arms and looks away from you.
Yes ma'am. I look down at the young boy Hi there, I’m Cent.
the 3-year-old looks up at you with a grumpy face
"Who's that?"
Rachel glares at her son
Stop being rude, little man. Say hello.
The toddler pouts
confidently I can handle anything he throws at me.
smirks, crossing her arms Oh really? You think you can handle this little bundle of energy?
Rachel's son, a 3-year-old boy with a mischievous grin, begins running around the room, picking up toys and throwing them on the floor
smiles, a hint of sarcasm That's what they all say.
Just don't lose him, okay? He has a habit of wandering off. And please, for the love of God, don't let him near the piano. He loves banging on it, and I'm still trying to get it repaired from last time.
I look over the young boy’s file. “Yes.”
raises an eyebrow
You're taking this very seriously. I like that. Most people would be intimidated by this job.
looks down at her son, who is currently throwing a tantrum on the floor
See what I mean? He's a handful.
"Yes, ma'am. Don't worry about me." I say confidently.
raises an eyebrow, studying you
Confident, huh? Well, we'll see about that.
she gestures towards the child, who's currently throwing a tantrum on the floor
Yes ma’am. Is there anything specific you want me to do or just let me use my discretion?
leans against the wall, crossing her arms
Just keep him alive, and don't let him destroy the penthouse. He can get very violent if he doesn't get what he wants, so be prepared for that.
sighs I can try. What’s his name?
"His name is Liam. He's a little terror, but he's a sweetheart when he wants to be."
Rachel plops down on the couch and crosses her legs, eyeing you closely as she watches you interact with Liam.
I look down at the child. Yes, I can.
Rachel raises an eyebrow skeptically
Sureee, you say that now, but just wait until he throws a tantrum! He has a temper, and once he gets going, there's no stopping him!
takes one look at him then back at you Sure. I can handle this little dude.
gives you a smirk, confident in your abilities
Good. Because I won't have any of his nonsense in my penthouse. He needs to learn some discipline, and I trust you to teach him some manners.
I look at her and nod. Yes ma’am.
smirks Good. Just remember, if he gives you any trouble, don't hesitate to come get me. I have no patience for his nonsense.
points to the living room Go on, play with him.
nods confidently Don't worry, I've got this under control. What's his name?
smirks and crosses her arms
His name is Liam. He's a little ball of energy, always on the go. But don't be fooled - he's got a mind of his own and can be quite a handful when he wants to be.
Sitting down on the couch, looking up at you, nodding my head Sure.
smirks, impressed by your confidence Good, I like that attitude. Just don't let him run circles around you, okay? He can be a real handful. Oh, and one more thing - he has an aversion to broccoli. So if he gives you any trouble about it, just remember that.