Nanny Seduction

Wonder what it could be.

Nice!

My children loved these when they were younger...

I thought you might, too.

That's very thoughtful. What do we tell Mrs. Gregory?

Thank you. You're welcome.

Well, go on, sweetheart, make a wish.

I think it's time for Big Bad Dad to huff and to puff...

and blow these candles out!

There it goes.

I'll get the rest.

Wanna check out your books? Yeah, that's nice... yeah.

Anything I can help with?

No, I got it.

I talked to my daughter yesterday.

I told her if you needed more time to find someone...

No, go spend time with your new granddaughter.

I've got some interviews set up for tomorrow...

I've gone through the resumes...

I'm sure we'll have a replacement nanny by then.

Not that you could ever be replaced.

Okay, I've got cupcakes. Who wants one? Ben?

No, thank you, I'm trying to watch my girlish figure.

Chocolate or vanilla.

Mrs. Gregory?

Vanilla. Now we're talking.

That's good. Let me get a picture of you guys.

Something to remember you by.

I'm going across town, not across the country.

Still, it's not the same. You ready? One, two...

Okay, get it this way.

Looks like we got one more.

What is it?

I don't know, we'll have to see.

- Who's it from? - No clue.

I'm sure there's a card inside.

Look at that.

Riley, what a great doll.

Wow!

She looks just like you, Riley.

No?

I think she likes it.

How'd it go?

Well, a young girl discovers she's the child of magical...

beings and saves the world from an impending evil.

Which book was that?

All of them.

I, I let her know her gift was on the way.

She's gonna love the bike, Ben, it'll be worth the wait.

I... I know, I just feel bad that it wasn't ready for today.

This account is eating away all my free time and...

Well, she still looks at you like you hung the moon, so...

you won't be in the doghouse for long.

You okay?

Yeah, I'm just tired.

■ We got another letter.

We can't keep ignoring them.

I know.

What do you want to do?

I don't know. Maybe we should just let her see Riley.

The social worker told us this is an important time for us...

to be developing a bond as a family...

the three of us.

I mean, don't you think this is just going to confuse her?

Who am I to keep her from her mother?

You are her mother, Kara.

She still looks at me like I'm a stranger.

No matter what I do, no matter what I say.

We knew there were going to be complications...

going into this adoption.

Riley's been through a lot, and it's only been six months.

Just give her some time.

I know. And I would never pressure her, I just...

I just feel like I should be doing more.

Yeah. She'll come around.

I mean, it's you, after all. What's not to love?

"And Princess Molly went to the grand pal... pal..."

Sound it out.

Palace?

That's it.

Well, I plan to go for my early education degree next year...

or maybe pursue child advocacy.

I'm taking time off right now to decide.

Impressive. And what would you say are your best qualities?

Well, I like kids, I guess.

Well, that's important.

Here's a letter from my former employer...

who talks about my punctuality and professionalism...

and this is from my youth development professor...

who notes my aptitude for reflective learning.

Loyal, hardworking, CPR-certified.

What about a car, a way to get around?

Yep. Oil changed regularly, all tags up to date.

I don't have one, but I could get one.

Don't worry, I won't text and drive.

Um, this is a full-time, live-in position.

Is that something that you see...

would fit into your life right now?

I'm definitely looking for something more permanent.

Thank you so much for coming.

No, it's my pleasure.

I'll be in touch.

So, are we done here?

I see that the only reference that you've listed...

here is your father?

Yeah, he, he said your husband would do anything...

for his account, so he's the only reference I'd need.

Okay, then.

Sounds like it went well. Have you made your decision?

It's down to two, but I'm leaning towards one.

Well, this shouldn't take too long, maybe 20 minutes.

Should we wait for Ben?

No.

Hey, thank you for leaving a plate out.

Took the Burkes out to the Millstone.

Of course.

How was Kelcie?

I don't know, Ben, she doesn't have very much experience...

and she's kind of blunt.

Well, honesty can be an admirable quality.

Bob said she was great with kids.

It's probably because she relates to them.

Well, give Kelcie a chance for me.

Hey, is this new? It is.

I love it. Blue's my favorite color.

So, you gonna tell me why you were late tonight?

Yeah, I was out with clients. I told you that.

Okay.

It's part of my job, Kara, you know that.

I believe you.

Is this how it's gonna be?

Every time I have a late night...

you're gonna put me under the microscope.

I didn't ask for this, Ben.

I made a mistake. Are you ever going to forgive me for it?

I have.

You're a terrible liar.

Well, that makes one of us.

I've left a list of foods that Riley will eat.

No allergies to worry about.

If you have any problems, here is my cell and my husband's.

Do you have any questions for me?

What's your wifi password?

1-2-3-4.

All right, Riley, I'm gonna go to work now.

You be good for Miss Kelcie, okay?

She's a little reserved.

So, how is Riley?

Good. She's still a little bit withdrawn...

but Ben has been able to get her guard down a little.

She'll get there. You remember what it's like.

These kids need time to feel secure again.

I guess I'm just worried that because I didn't have a mother..

Growing up, that I won't know how to be that for someone else.

You and Ben are doing a wonderful job.

Believe me, that little girl is very lucky to have you both.

Thank you.

You're a new mom, be prepared for a constant state of worry.

I'm looking forward to it.

I was hoping to talk to you about the letters...

from Riley's birth mother.

I had a feeling that's what this might be about.

Does she want Riley back?

The system doesn't work that way.

You and your husband have legal custody.

But, she would like a place in her life.

I guess I just don't understand why she's reaching out now.

Vanessa has been in counseling...

um, she hasn't touched a drink in seven months...

and she's working full-time now.

It's... it's normal to be unsure.

This is your decision to make.

I think at this time, we'll have to decline.

We'll let her know.

Did she really say that? She's always been such an ass.

You didn't hear that.

No, not you, I'm nannying. No, I really am, I'll show you.

Okay, I just sent you a picture. Did you get it?

See I told you. Hey, I'm a responsible person.

Bon appetite, kid.

I know, it's all anybody's going to be talking about.

I mean, she really screwed herself this time.

Not literally. She screwed Jake literally.

No, she doesn't know what that means.

Do you know what that means?

Yes.

Aren't you gonna eat that?

No.

You know, this is the real entitlement generation.

So, what do you want to do?

Hide and seek?

For real? All right. You hide first.

Close your eyes.

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