« Trust takes time to build. »
« Are you comfortable managing his entire afternoon routine? » I asked.
« Absolutely. What does he usually like to do when you aren’t home? »
A heavy silence fell over the living room.
« Honestly? He just sits by the window a lot, » I admitted, feeling a sharp pang of guilt.
Christine’s expression softened. « Then I will sit by the window with him, » she said softly. « Until he is ready to do something else. »
« He just sits by the window a lot. »
I looked at George, and I could see the exact same relief in his eyes.
We hired Christine on the spot.
From her very first week, Alan absolutely adored her. Every morning, he would run to the front door the exact moment she arrived.
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