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[birds chirping]

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[dramatic music]

[groans]

Jas?

Jasmine, are you here?

[water gushing]

[ominous music]

[Jasmine] Tommy, sorry to leave you like this.

Knowing you, you probably want answers,

but please believe me,

it's for the best.

There are things you just don't know.

I'll always remember you fondly.

J.

[suspenseful music]

[ominous music]

[ominous music continues]

[Sarah] Ashley, let's go! You're gonna be late.

For the millionth time, not on the floor.

I'm gonna break my neck.

Thank you. You want pancakes?

Are they gluten-free?

They are not.

Mom, you know I'm not eating gluten anymore.

-Since when? -Since Cami started.

And she says she's never felt better.

You feel fine.

I didn't even know what gluten was

when I was your age.

Let alone how to avoid it.

[Mark] I need a consensus.

[Sarah] The red.

Red.

And why do you even need a tie anyway?

Presentation.

You know the new development down by the river?

I have to go through all the LEED features

today with the board.

Will you be late?

Possibly.

But we were supposed to start meeting nannies today.

Tomorrow, I promise.

-I hate that name. -What name?

-Nanny. -[Mark] What would you prefer?

Babysitter?

[Ashley] I would prefer neither.

I don't need anyone to take care of me.

-I'm going to be 14 soon. -[Sarah] Okay.

And at 14, will you be

making your own meals, cleaning your own room?

Driving yourself around all your activities?

You can do all that.

Ashley, we talked about this.

Not after I go back to work. I...

You have no idea how busy I'm gonna be.

[phone rings]

Speak of the devil.

Sarah Daniels.

Hey, we're gonna grab something on the way.

I'm gonna drop you off to school on my way to work.

No, no. No, that's fine.

Why don't you just email me the files?

I appreciate that,

but I just really wanna be sure

I'm up to speed before I come back.

[Mark] Hello?

Hey.

Hi, baby.

-How was work? -Hmm. It was good.

-Presentation went well? -Very.

[Sarah] Good. Are they gonna listen to you this time?

[laughs] Yeah. If they can find it in the budget.

Feel like I've been strangled all day.

-Where's our daughter? -Doing homework.

Sweetheart, you don't start until next week.

I know, but...

I just really wanna be ready.

You don't have to do this, you know.

Things are going very well at work

and personally, we've made some very smart investments.

-What are you doing? -I'm just saying

I want you to be happy.

No. What you're saying is that

you don't want me to go back to work.

I want you to be happy.

Mark.

We discussed this.

It's been almost 15 years. I'm ready.

Okay.

I mean, you don't know how hard it is

for a woman to go back after having children.

And especially a woman of my age.

I know.

So what I really need right now is your support.

And you have it.

Always.

Thank you.

[dramatic music]

Will there be a set schedule?

'Cause on Mondays and Wednesdays, I have class.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, I work at the coffee shop.

And Friday...

well, Friday is practically the weekend.

And I like to keep my weekends free.

I practically raised the Nelson children myself.

The boy was eight and the two girls were infants

when I started.

Then I worked with the Boyle family.

Two sets of twins.

Well, it certainly seems

like you have plenty of experience.

Along with glowing references,

is there anything else we should know about you?

I do not tolerate noise and clutter.

I detest clutter.

I have a master's in child psychology

with a minor in adolescent development.

I'm well-versed in helicopter, tiger mom,

and free-range parenting styles.

Which philosophy do you subscribe to?

You know, I've been giving it a lot of thought.

Uh-hmm.

I think we're free range parents.

[both laughing]

[groans] How many more?

Uh, just one.

[doorbell dings]

[Sarah] So you graduated from Harper State?

Yes, ma'am. With a degree in child psychology.

And You've been a nanny since then?

[Jasmine] Yes. Well, technically as a babysitter.

I don't wanna misrepresent myself.

But you looked after children, yes?

Oh, goodness. Yes. And cooked and cleaned.

I just mean... well, technically,

I think a nanny is someone

who takes care of babies and toddlers.

And I did for years. I watched them grow up

until they're about your daughter's age.

Well, luckily, her days of dirty diapers

and naps are behind us.

[Mark] When Ashley was born, Sarah left her job

to take care of her.

It's one of the best decisions we've ever made.

Yeah. But now it's time for me to go back to work,

which is why we're looking for someone.

So where do you live, Jasmine?

Oh, I'm just renting an apartment in the city

on a month to month basis.

This is for a live-in nanny position.

That's not gonna be a problem, is it?

No, no.

I've never done it before,

but I'm looking forward to it.

I mean, that's something that I would

look forward to doing.

Oh, sorry.

No, no. It's okay, honey. What's up?

I need help.

Okay. Well, Ashley, meet Jasmine Walker.

Are you gonna be the new nanny?

That's what your parents and I are discussing.

You don't look like you scare easily.

-I haven't yet. [laughs] -[Mark laughs]

[Jasmine] What are you working on?

Algebra. It's impossible.

Doesn't have to be.

If you like, I'm happy to help.

Math is always my favorite subject.

Go ahead.

Once I got past addition and subtraction,

I was useless.

-Come on. -[Jasmine chuckles]

Well, that answers that.

-I'll say. -Whoo. [laughs]

This is it?

-I like to travel light. -I'll say.

The truth is, most of my money went to college.

I'm still paying off student loans.

And to my car, which I guess is pretty sad.

Yeah. Don't you worry about things.

As long as you're here with us,

I'll take care of it.

Can I decorate your room? Please!

[Jasmine] Let's see what your mom has to say about that.

[laughs]

[suspenseful music]

And then Taylor told her watch what she said,

because her father was a police officer in the city.

And then I told Maggie she can say whatever she wanted,

because my mother is a lawyer and that's even higher.

Well, I wouldn't say higher, honey.

The lawyers, the police officers, the judges,

we all work together for the justice system.

But Taylor was being a bully to Maggie

-by trying to scare her. -[Jasmine] Who wants rolls?

-Me. -[laughs]

I thought you were a gluten-free?

Rolls have gluten in them?

Have one to hold you over.

[Sarah laughs]

-Thank you. -Dinner will be ready soon.

Jasmine, I told you, you don't have to serve us.

I don't mind.

I've always loved family dinners.

Do you come from a big family?

I'll wait in the kitchen until the chicken is ready

so you guys can have some family time.

Nonsense. You'll eat with us.

You're a part of the family now.

-Are you sure? -Yes.

Can I get you a bottle of wine first?

I think I saw a one in the kitchen.

-None for me. -No. Thank you.

Whenever you want help with dinner, Sarah, just ask.

I may not be the cook that you are,

but I do know my way around the kitchen.

I'm sure you're better than I am.

And I will be taking you up on that.

I'm afraid once I get up and running at work,

we'll have some late nights.

What kind of lawyer are you, if you don't mind me asking?

I am a custody attorney for Child Protective Services.

Oh, that's amazing.

-You must really love it. -Yes.

On its good days.

Well, I think you're doing God's work.

Thank you.

But sometimes, it feels like the world is against me.

What kind of person would be against

an advocate for children?

You'd be surprised.

[Mark] You're right, Jasmine.

I've always said they never appreciated her

as much as they should have.

You know, she could have had her pick of jobs

in the private sector, but she chose to work there

because of the kids.

Ashley, are you gonna be a lawyer one day like your mom?

No way!

I'm gonna build green buildings, like Dad.

Green as in environmentally friendly.

Oh.

We specialize in sustainable designs.

You know, making sure buildings

are energy efficient and LEED certified.

And where the tenants can drink their own pee.

-Ashley! -[laughter]

What? It's true!

I design systems that recycle waste water.

Oh.

So, it's a little more complicated,

but, um, in essence.

[laughter]

I shudder to think what you must think of this family.

[chuckles]

[suspenseful music]

Ashley, you scared me.

What are you doing in here?

I'm just helping your mom with something.

But this is Dad's computer.

Right.

Come on. Let's put you to bed.

[suspenseful music]

Mark, what are you doing?

What do you think I'm doing?

I can't. Not now.

-There's too much in my mind. -Uh-hmm.

Well, a better way to clear it.

I'm serious.

So this is what I have to look forward to?

It's one night.

The night before I go back to work,

try to be a little understanding.

I've been understanding, Sarah.

I've been understanding for a long time.

[dramatic music]

Are you here to tuck me in?

[laughs] I enjoy these small pleasures.

Are you gonna drive me to school tomorrow?

-Do you want me to? -[Ashley] I can walk,

but I can sleep later if you drive me.

Then I will happily play your chauffeur.

Ashley, what's wrong?

Come on. You can tell me.

That's what I'm here for, remember?

I'm just--I'm just worried about my mom.

Why?

Because she's going back to work.

[chuckles] Ashley, millions of women work.

Yeah.

But not all of them had a drinking problem.

Oh?

You won't tell her I said anything?

No. Ashley, listen to me, whatever you tell me,

it stays between us, okay?

Always.

We've never talked about it.

I mean, as a family.

My parents don't even think I know,

but I've heard them argue about it.

About your mom's drinking?

She doesn't anymore.

But she did at one time.

Look, I wouldn't worry about it, okay?

What's in the past is in the past.

The only thing you need to worry about

is getting some sleep, okay?

Sweet dreams, Ashley.

-Jasmine? -Uh-hmm.

I'm glad you're here.

[chuckles] Me too, kiddo.

[Mark] Look, I'm glad you're going back to work.

I have no problem with you going back to work.

[Sarah] Mark, you can't have it both ways.

You act like you're glad,

-but then you're not...you-- -[Mark] Oh, no, no, no.

No, you can't do that.

You can't do that, Sarah.

[Sarah] You can't do this to me. No, you--

[dramatic music]

[birds chirping]

Hey. I thought you left 10 minutes ago.

What is it?

Do you really think that Ashley is gonna be okay

with Jasmine dropping her off at school?

Better than okay.

It's like she has a new friend.

Yeah. And what about Jasmine?

I only called that one reference.

[Mark] And she only worked for one family.

And you said it yourself, they adored her.

And what if I get to the office and everything has changed?

Fifteen years is a long time to be away from any industry.

Honey, everything is gonna be great.

You just have one thing to worry about.

What?

Being late.

[laughter]

[exhales]

Sarah Daniels, as I live and breathe.

Glenn. [laughs]

-Hi. -Hi.

Hey, so nobody told me the child rearing

made your age in reverse.

Oh, you know just what to say to a girl.

Well, plenty of failed relationships would disagree.

Stop.

And you, you don't look so bad yourself.

Uh, you know, a little less on top, but grays on the side.

[laughs]

[Glenn] Why didn't you tell me you were coming back?

I had to find out through Dani.

Oh, where's the fun in that?

I want to surprise you.

You're right. I'm sorry, I should've told you.

Well, I'm certainly glad you're back,

you know, because we need a united front

against all this new blood in the office.

You know, you've gotta come by

and see what we've done to the house.

It's been way too long.

Mark would love to see you and Ashley,

you haven't seen her since she was a baby.

Yo, you do not have to twist my arm.

You tell me the time and the place,

and I'll be there.

Today, after work.

You serious?

Sure. We're grilling. It'll be perfect.

And to be totally honest, after my first day back,

I could use a little buffer on the home front.

That...well, in that case, then you have yourself a date.

[eerie music]

I've forgotten how tenacious you are.

It's your first day back and already you wanna initiate

a custodial transfer?

Yes, I do.

Okay.

Remind me again, what happened?

Family's name is Cochran, eight-year-old boy.

A teacher observed that he was having trouble

putting on his backpack.

She took him to the nurse,

nurse then saw bruising

all up and down his back.

Asked him what happened,

he said his father hit him with the belt.

Right.

Sarah, you've been gone a long time.

I mean, more than a decade.

I am well aware of that, Dani.

Why is that relevant?

Well, in that time,

we've had a slight shift in our philosophy.

I mean, in some cases, it's been shown

it's best for everyone for the child to remain

with their biological parents.

So we're now in the business of protecting abusers?

I didn't know it had changed that much.

Okay. I didn't say that.

I'm just saying that in a case

where a child is hit with a belt,

it might not rise to the level of removal.

With the buckle end of the belt.

Give me that file.

[sighs]

[eerie music]

[phone rings]

-Hi, Sarah. -Hey, Jasmine.

-How are you? -[Jasmine] I'm fine.

Just straightening up around the house.

How's work?

Oh, actually, that's why I'm calling.

I'm gonna be a little later here than expected,

so I need you to pick up Ashley at school.

Of course. Is everything all right?

No. It's fine. It's just work.

Um, I'll email the school

so they'll let Ashley know you'll be picking her up.

Okay.

[Sarah] Oh, and there's a pickup line

that snakes around in front of the school.

You can't miss it.

Do you want me to have food ready for you?

No. Actually, we're grilling.

Uh, I'm bringing a friend by, so just take care of Ashley.

Of course, Sarah.

Don't worry,

I have everything under control.

Thanks.

[birds chirping]

Okay. You promised if I got you a decaf mocha, you'd talk.

Okay.

[sighs]

Oh, I see what you did.

You made the same mistake in multiple places.

It's actually a good thing.

It means it's easily fixed.

I told you, I hate math and I hate Mr. Sandor more.

It's only one class, Ashley.

Yeah. But I have to have my mom and dad sign the test.

They're gonna be really mad at me.

You know what, don't show your parents the test.

I'm gonna handle this for you.

But Mr. Sandor will ask for it.

Don't worry about Mr. Sandor, I'll handle him too.

[dramatic music]

Hello, hello.

I know this guy.

-How you been, buddy? -Oh, man, surviving.

And you? And look, things look good.

Yeah. I can't complain.

-I appreciate the invite. -Yeah.

You can thank your esteemed colleague.

She texted me demanding we have you over.

Well, like this guy needs any excuse to fire up the grill.

Oh, and I bet you remember this one.

-No. -Yeah.

I remember you when you were like this big.

Come here. What are you looking at?

How did you get so big?

[Sarah] Glenn, this is our new nanny, Jasmine.

-Jasmine, this is... -Hi.

...Glenn, my colleague and old friend.

Pleased to meet you.

Nice to meet you.

All right, you guys, who's hungry?

-Oh, I am. -Oh, I can eat.

-Come on. -Oh, I can eat.

So the date is going good and so she says to me,

"You must love children."

You know, because of my job and everything,

so I told her, "Sure.

I love kids."

And then I see her writing something down.

So finally, I ask her what she's doing

and she tells me she has a checklist.

No.

What do you mean a checklist?

I mean, a checklist.

Like things that she is looking for in a man.

-She told you this? -Told me?

She showed me.

She wasn't even embarrassed about it.

Like it was just the most natural thing in the world.

-[laughs] -Oh, my.

I mean, your generation, y'all are out of your mind.

Like when I was in college, we didn't have all these--

Oh, wait, wait, wait. You went to Harper State, right?

-Yeah. -That's where Jasmine went.

Yeah? Oh, best four years of my life.

-Uh, four? -Give or take.

Like there may have been another semester or two

of some pesky requirements that I may have forgot to take.

[chuckles]

So tell me, where is the, um...

where is the "it" bar on campus?

When I was there, we had Yardhouse.

I don't know.

I spent most of my time working or studying.

Some of us didn't squander our youth, Glenn.

Some of us went to school for the right reasons.

-[chuckles] -Yeah.

So the Rectory must still be there though, yeah?

Like on weekends, that line would be wrapped

around the block.

Oh, yeah. Sure.

But like I said, I never went.

Oh, this is great, Sarah.

-Thank you, really. -Oh, yeah.

Gosh, I'm sorry, it took me so long.

You know, time really does fly.

Yeah. Yeah.

Ashley is a lovely young lady, too.

Oh, thank you. But she does have her moments.

[laughs]

And Jasmine, how is she?

Well, it's only been a couple few days,

but so far she's fantastic.

Ashley's really taken to her

and, yeah, she's smart, mature, educated.

And a liar.

What?

Look, um, the Rectory, the bar I mentioned earlier.

What about it?

Doesn't exist.

Yeah. I made it up.

So unless a state school known for its partying

has a sold-out mass on Sunday, she lied about it.

Look, hey, she might be great.

I mean, there might be a reason she made it up.

Just be careful.

-Okay. I will. -[Glenn] Okay.

Thank you.

-All right. Oh. -Thanks again.

[owl hooting]

[groans]

[eerie music]

-[gasps] -Hello.

Hello.

You are staying with the Daniels.

I am. Jasmine Walker, the new nanny.

Edith Childress.

Nosy neighbor.

[chuckles] How do you do?

I see that Sarah has gone back to work.

-Yes. Which is why I was hired. -Oh, yes.

Things have been so tough on them these last few years.

-It's been rough. -Right.

Miss?

Childress.

Right. I don't mean to be rude,

but I am on my way to pick up Ashley from school

and I don't wanna be late.

Well, it's a little early to be picking her up.

Right.

I'm just dropping her off something she left at home.

Hmm. Well, don't let me keep you.

I'll certainly be seeing you around.

Yes, you will.

[chuckles]

[eerie music]

Thank you for seeing me, Principal Sutherland.

I know you're a very busy man.

Indeed, Ms. Walker.

But we're always available to address the concerns

of our students' guardians.

And I appreciate that.

[Principal Sutherland] Well, I will say it is odd

that Mrs. Daniels didn't contact me herself.

She's usually a pretty involved parent.

Well, she just returned to work after many years.

It's been an adjustment for all of us,

which is what I wanted to talk to you about today.

Ashley was very upset over her recent test.

She's trying her hardest,

but algebra just isn't her stronger subject.

I'm helping her now, though.

You have a background in math, Ms. Walker?

I have a background in many things.

Because of the situation at home,

Ashley felt that having her parents sign the test

would make them needlessly upset,

especially when she's on her way to improving.

Okay. Well, I'm sorry, but we have our school policy.

So failing grades means parents' signatures.

In that way, we can be sure that the parents

are aware of their child's academic progress.

I know.

I'm just asking for a favor.

I don't think I understand what you mean.

A favor.

Do you know what a favor is?

Yes. And I would, uh...wish I could help you,

but like I said, we have our policies.

Hmm.

Well, thank you, Principal Sutherland,

at least you tried.

Did you touch my ass?

What?

What are you, some kind of pervert?

Okay. Look, I was doing nothing but looking at you

while we were speaking, okay?

Just...I think you got the wrong idea.

I believe you.

I do.

But the question is will the school board?

[scoffs] Wow.

They'll never believe you.

Some will, some won't.

But we both know that doesn't really matter, does it?

The accusation, the insinuation will already be out there.

It'll only be a matter of time until your every word,

your every glance,

your every move will be scrutinized.

You're crazy.

[laughs]

Far from it, Principal Sutherland.

Far from it.

And all this, this whole charade

is for a junior high school algebra test?

All of this because I have a responsibility

to protect Ashley.

So now that you and I understand one another,

I'm gonna go ahead and tell her that a signature

is no longer necessary.

[sighs]

Oh, and feel free to stare,

because I do have a really great ass.

[chuckles]

[sighs]

You look great.

[chuckling]

It's not too much, uh, for a woman of my age?

Are you crazy?

No, sometimes I just feel like the oldest mother on the block.

I had a hard time getting pregnant.

We tried everything and for a really long time.

It wasn't until I finally stopped

doing the fertility injections

that I finally got pregnant with Ashley.

Yeah, you hear stories about that all the time now.

Yeah.

I do admit it's kinda fun having someone to do this with,

someone who's not a teenager anyway.

[sighs] I guess that's a perk of having live-in help.

Like you don't have to scurry

and find a babysitter at a moment's notice.

You know, we don't have a lot of teenagers

that live on the block, at least not ones

that are constantly available.

Yeah. Speaking of which,

I met your next-door neighbor today.

-Edith? -Uh-hmm.

Nosiest woman in the world.

Yeah. I got the feeling she was...

-Yeah. -...a little different.

Her husband died a few years ago,

and ever since then, she spends all of her time

worrying about what the neighborhood is up to

or tending her garden.

So just watch your back around her.

Don't worry. I will.

Oh, you know, I haven't been out in so long.

I mean, really gone out.

Well, you two deserve a night on the town.

And if you have too much to drink, don't worry,

Ashley and I can always jump in the car and come get you.

Actually, I don't drink.

Oh.

Yeah, now that you mention it,

I've never seen you have any wine at dinner or anything.

Well, Mark does sometimes, but I don't.

Yeah, I'm not much of a drinker either.

In college, I just had too many responsibilities.

Here, let me zip you up.

[sighs]

[chuckling]

You look great.

Mark is a lucky man.

Thanks.

Jasmine, you did go to Harper State, didn't you?

Of course.

You believe me, don't you?

Yeah, I...yes, I believe you.

I've showed you my transcripts, haven't I?

Actually, I think you just showed me your reference letter.

Oh. Well, I'll dig those up for you while you're gone.

You know, don't worry about it.

I don't know what I was thinking.

Just...you just have a good time with Ashley.

Okay. We will. We always do.

Did you ever talk to my teacher about the test?

I did you one better.

I spoke to your principal.

You spoke to Principal Sutherland?

Uh-hmm.

And what did he say?

That you don't have to get that test signed any more.

Really?

I told you I was gonna handle it.

You trust me, don't you?

My mom wouldn't have done that.

Well, your mother is a very busy woman.

She's got all those kids to take care of.

The ones she helps every day.

I just have you.

Now, come on. Let me show you how to do this.

[tablet beeps]

So I was out at the new development

down on LaSalle, where the old prison used to be.

You should see it.

The walls are all made of this reclaimed wood.

It's extraordinary.

And...well, all the shades, they're solar-activated.

So depending on where the sun is,

they all adjust...Sarah, are you listening to me?

Huh?

I said are you listening?

Of course, I am.

Uh, you...

you're talking about the wood.

I'm sorry.

I just have so much on my mind.

I thought you said work was going well.

It is. It's just a big adjustment.

Apparently, the bad things in the world

don't stop just because I took some time away.

Well, just make sure you make some time

for yourself and for us.

Yeah.

[waiter] So would you folks like some dessert?

Maybe some coffee?

Oh, no, thanks. We need to head home.

Just the check please.

Okay. No problem. I'll grab it for you.

[dramatic music]

[crickets chirping]

[birds chirping]

-Tommy. -Hey.

What are you doing?

What do you think I'm doing? I wanted to see you.

How did you find me?

I followed you.

Tommy, this is breaking and entering.

Nothing has been broke.

The door was unlocked.

And besides, you weren't returning my calls.

What else was I supposed to do?

I told you we just needed some time apart.

What do you think that means?

[sighs] I just don't understand.

Everything was going so well.

We're just at different places in our lives.

No, no, no, no. Don't give me that line again.

It isn't a line.

It's the truth.

And besides, what difference does it make

what I tell you if you're not gonna respect my wishes anyways?

-Whose place is this? -The family I'm working for.

Doing what?

I'm a nanny for their daughter.

[gasps] You?

-You don't even like kids. -I never told you that.

No, no, no. Every time I would bring up kids,

you would just shut it down immediately.

There's a difference between not wanting to have kids

and not wanting to have kids with you.

You're lying.

It makes zero sense that this family

would wanna hire you as their nanny.

[clutter]

Someone's home now.

You need to get out of here.

Wait.

What?

I don't know what you're doing but I'm gonna find out.

-Go. -Okay. Fine.

Go.

[Mark] That was delicious, Jasmine.

Thank you.

In fact, it's the best meal I've had in a long time.

It really was great.

You sold yourself short the other day.

You definitely know your way around the kitchen.

Well, I grew up cooking for my family.

Do you come from a large family?

No. Not really.

Are you close with them?

I guess as close as anyone can be with their family.

I have homework.

Jasmine, help me?

-Of course. -I can help you, sweetheart.

Mom, it's algebra.

And besides, Jasmine does it better.

[crickets chirping]

Hey, I can tell when something's wrong.

[sighs] Don't you think it's strange

that she never talks about her family?

When we ask her about them, she changes the subject.

No.

I never talk about my family.

You know why.

They're either nuts or boring.

[laughs] I'm serious, Mark.

[laughs] So am I.

Maybe she's not particularly close to them.

Well, she certainly got close to Ashley pretty quickly.

Is that what this is all about?

What?

Your guilt. Going back to work.

You know, it would be perfectly normal.

[scoffs] All right.

Enough with the pop psychology, Doctor.

Hey, I'm just saying.

You should be happy they bonded so quickly.

I am. I am happy.

It's just that Glenn said something.

Oh, boy. Here we go.

Just when I was about to say it was good to see him again.

He said that she never went to Harper State.

And how does he know?

Well, apparently,

one of the bars that he mentioned

is not really a bar at all and she pretended like it was.

Sweetheart.

I know. I...yeah, I know. I told him.

I told him that there is a million

innocent reasons for it.

-But still now-- -So what do you wanna do now?

I don't know.

Nothing.

Nothing.

Look, everything is gonna be okay, all right?

This is an adjustment for all of us.

-Yeah. -Okay.

-Okay. -All right.

[sighs]

[birds chirping]

[phone rings]

When I said I didn't wanna hear from you,

that meant phone calls as well.

You'll wanna hear this.

I know who you're working for.

That's not exactly a state secret.

And I know why.

So unless you want me to tell her,

you'll come meet me.

I don't have time.

Make time.

[phone beeps]

Oh.

You look terrible.

Just what I needed to hear.

What's the matter?

It's either a virus or something I ate.

Not that it matters. It's the same result.

You need to do me a favor though.

Despite being a mom, I am not good with stomach ailments.

No.

It's O'Byrne.

We told him we're removing Hunter.

[sighs] Okay.

You gotta take this case over for me.

I need to go home and lie down before I pass out.

O'Byrne is crazy.

Please.

You know this case better than anyone else.

Besides, O'Byrne is in jail

and Kathy and Hunter are in a shelter.

Like all you gotta do is write up a report

and file the paperwork.

I was hoping to be home at a reasonable hour today.

You know, I would not ask you

if I was in any position to do this myself.

I know.

You owe me one.

Why'd you wanna see me?

I always wanna see you.

You're the one who walked out on me.

I'm serious, Tommy.

So?

What is it you think you know?

Sarah Daniels,

works for Child Protective Services.

Just a coincidence?

I tell you something at a moment of weakness, something private,

something about my past and you use it against me?

I'm using it to help you.

Help me?

How?

By letting you know that it's a bad idea.

-It's not for you to decide. -Okay.

I'll put it another way, Jasmine.

Quit.

[chuckles] I'm not gonna quit.

Okay. Tell her the truth.

Tell her the truth or I will.

You would do that to me?

To protect you, I would.

I need a drink.

You want one.

When have I ever said no?

[Jasmine] Still like your martini.

Yup. Straight up, baby.

[Jasmine] I gotta hand it to you, Tommy.

You're smarter than I thought.

Well, that's the story of my life.

Everyone is always underestimating me.

Well, I shouldn't have.

Mmm.

What kind of gin was that?

Whatever you had.

Aren't you gonna have one?

-I wanna make you one first. -Hmm.

[Jasmine] I wish I could talk you out of this.

I'm sorry.

Well, it's a little too late now anyway.

[coughs]

Uh, I don't...um, I don't feel so great.

[scoffs] Of course not.

But you won't be feeling anything very soon.

[groaning]

Tommy, if you can hear me,

the police will think it's an accidental overdose.

Given your history, they won't look into it further.

[groans]

I'm sorry I had to do this, Tommy, but don't ever,

ever come between a girl and her family.

[suspenseful music]

See, you had to carry that one.

-Jasmine? -Uh-hmm?

How old were you when you had your first boyfriend?

Define boyfriend.

You know.

Is there a reason why you're asking me?

What's his name?

-Blake. -[Jasmine] Blake?

Is he cute?

He will be, once he gets his braces off.

But, more importantly, I like talking to him.

He's interesting.

You are well beyond your years, Ashley.

What do you mean?

I mean, that is a very mature way

on how to look at a relationship.

Sometimes when we're young,

we focus on the less important things.

Do you think my parents still love each other?

Of course, they do.

Why would you ask me that?

I don't know.

Because sometimes they fight.

They think I don't hear them but I do.

What kind of things do they fight about?

I don't know.

I can tell by their tone they're fighting

but I can't always hear the words.

Ashley, look at me.

Sometimes grownups fight. It's normal.

But I want you to know that I'm always

gonna be here for you, okay?

You can tell me anything.

[clatter]

-[Ashley] Pizza! -[chuckles]

Your mom called me from work.

Unfortunately, she's gonna have to be a little bit late today.

Mark, you should have called me.

I would have been happy to make something.

Eh, I felt like pizza.

Figured it was just as easy for me to pick up

a pie on the way home.

-Can we eat in front of the TV? -We can eat right here.

But I'll tell you what, you can have a soda

and I won't say anything.

Mark, sit down and relax.

I'll get everything ready.

Hey.

I hope everything is okay with Sarah.

Uh, it's just the nature of her job.

Still, it must be so stressful for her.

Yeah, it is, but she loves it.

It's one of those jobs that really matter.

Oh, sure. It's kind of ironic, I guess.

What's that?

I just mean

everyone talks about keeping families together

but Sarah's job is to break them apart.

I don't think she'd put it that way.

Of course, she wouldn't. Ashley, don't.

I'll serve you.

Sometimes, Jasmine, staying together

isn't what's best for the child.

[dramatic music]

[sighs]

She doing her homework?

-She should be. -Thank you, Jasmine.

I don't have to tell you what a huge help you've been.

It's my job.

Yeah, but you've gone above and beyond.

Well, I can tell it hasn't been the easiest time

for everyone right now.

-Are we that transparent? -No. It's just...

it wouldn't be easy for anyone in your position.

-Oh. Of our age? -I did not say that.

And, you know, there's a lot of research

that shows that older parents have better adjusted children.

Yeah. Well, it's not Ashley that I'm worried about.

I supported Sarah going back to work.

I really did.

-But sometimes-- -You wanted her to remember

that you have needs too?

Yeah. I guess so.

She's going through a lot, Mark.

It's only natural she's a little distant.

Of course, I know that's easier said than done.

-Your perfume-- -You like?

I think I need some wine.

Hi, honey.

-Did I interrupt a party? -[Mark] No hardly.

-Jasmine just thought-- -I just thought

everyone could use a break today.

I can see that.

Sarah, come join us.

I'll be upstairs.

Oh.

I better go on up.

Go ahead. I'll clean up.

[Mark] I don't even understand what we're fighting about.

We're not fighting.

Well, you're obviously giving me the cold shoulder.

Mark, do you have any idea the kind of day I had?

No, of course not.

Well, I will spare you the details since you obviously

don't care 'cause you're busy getting drunk with the nanny.

That's not fair and that's not what happened.

Oh, no?

Look, I had a long day too.

We were having a glass of wine, relaxing.

Must be nice.

-Oh, well, I'm not-- -What?

-Nothing. -No. Go on. Say it, Mark.

You're not the one with the problem.

I didn't mean it like that.

Look, you know how proud I am of you.

Yeah. So you repay me

by getting drunk with the babysitter?

[Mark] She is a grown woman.

[Sarah] She is our employee.

The one who is supposed to be taking care of our daughter.

Ashley is fine.

-She's in her bedroom, asleep. -[Sarah] Yeah.

And what if she came downstairs and saw you sprawled out--

[Mark] That's not true. That's not what happened.

[dramatic music]

Good morning, Sarah. How'd you sleep?

Okay. Thanks.

Would you like me to make some breakfast for you

before I take Ashley to school?

Actually, I think I'm gonna drop her off today.

Don't you need to be at the office?

Because of last night, I'm gonna go in a little late.

Okay. Just as long as you're sure.

[gasps]

Off the floor, Ashley!

[groans]

Sarah.

If you don't mind me saying so,

you seem tense.

I'm fine, Jasmine.

Because if you're worried about Ashley, don't.

She knows you're a great mother.

Excuse me?

I just mean after going back to work

after all of these years,

it's only natural to feel guilty.

But kids, they understand.

Did your mother work, Jasmine?

My mother killed herself.

Oh, I am so sorry.

It was a long time ago.

Still, to lose your mother at any age,

I can't even imagine.

Sure you can.

I mean, you see families torn apart every day.

I guess that's why I get so close to the families

I work for, 'cause I know what it's like not to have one.

Oh.

-Well, you look better. -[Glenn] I feel better.

I've managed to keep down some soup

and crackers last night.

But seriously though, I cannot thank you enough for yesterday.

Like if you hadn't taken over,

O'Byrne might have gotten out of jail.

There is one relieved mother out there, let me tell you.

You're welcome.

So, Glenn, you said that you owed me one, right?

-Uh-hmm. You know it. -[Sarah] Okay.

Well, I'm gonna have to call in that favor.

Wow. You don't waste no time, do you?

It's about Jasmine.

Something happened with Ashley?

No. Ashley loves her.

Mark does too.

-But you don't? -[Sarah] I don't know.

You know, she's been very helpful.

I never have to ask her to do anything.

But?

But there's something about her.

Conniving. Strange.

Just this morning, she told me that her mother killed herself.

That doesn't seem so sinister.

It was the way in which she said it.

And the fact that she never mentioned it before.

You know, kind of like that feeling

that you got with Harper State?

Thought you were giving her

the benefit of the doubt about that one?

You still have people that work at Harper College?

Of course.

I wanna find out if she actually went there

and if anything happened.

Okay. I will see what I can do,

but no promises.

-Okay. -[Glenn] All right.

Only one.

[birds chirping]

Mmm.

[Mrs. Childress] A little early to be drinking.

Ms. Childress, can I help you with something?

You know, your employer used to enjoy an adult beverage,

tried to keep it quiet, but I could always hear

the rattle when the garbage men came to pick up her trash.

That's very interesting.

But if you'll excuse me, I have some work to do.

So you got a promotion?

Mark's computer and his work bag?

-Recognize those anywhere. -Right.

[Mrs. Childress] Working for Mark's company.

Sure he'd be very impressed

to hear that you're putting in the overtime.

I'm sure he would.

I wonder what he would say

if I let him know.

I don't think there's any need for that.

Why not?

You have his permission, don't you?

Ms. Childress, I'm hoping that

we can keep this between us.

Oh, of course.

I have no interest in minding anybody's business but my own.

I really appreciate that.

Of course, a woman of my age, sometimes she forgets.

Might need a little help to remember.

-You're blackmailing me? -Blackmail? No.

Oh, my gosh. What a dirty word.

No, no, no, no.

I'm thinking of more of a donation.

[sighs] How much?

Well, I couldn't-- I couldn't say.

That would be impolite.

Stay here.

[suspenseful music]

Ms. Childress, let's do this at your house.

I don't wanna do this here.

Of course, my dear.

-Okay. -[chuckles]

[exhales] Come. Have a seat.

[Jasmine] You know, Ms. Childress,

I had some time think about your proposal

when I was getting my bag and I have to say,

I think it's a little unfair.

After all, I'm just a nanny.

Unfair? [chuckles]

Well, my husband died with a lapsed insurance policy.

So before you tell me about being unfair--

-[grunting] -What are you doing?

What are you doing?

[suspenseful music]

-[Mark] Hello? -Mark. Is everything okay?

Yeah. I just forgot my briefcase.

If I tell you something,

do you promise to keep it a secret?

No, I can't promise you that until I know what it is.

Then at least where it came from?

[intense music]

I found this when I was putting my groceries.

I don't want her to get in trouble, Mark.

She's so immature for her age. I just never would've guessed

that she's been drinking with her friends.

You think this is Ashley's?

I wasn't a teenager that long ago.

I remember what it was like.

I remember what I did.

I'm sure this is nothing to worry about.

I just--I just want you to know.

You did the right thing.

I know you and Sarah

will handle it however you see fit.

Just please, keep my name out of it.

[dramatic music]

[Glenn] Yeah, last name Walker.

Like it sounds. First name, Jasmine.

But just check for any similar first names

in case it's a nickname or somethin'.

Okay. Are you sure?

How far back did you look?

Yeah, no, that's good.

Um, she didn't go there as a toddler.

All right. Well, uh, thank you again, Natasha.

And, uh, we gotta catch up soon. It's been way too long.

All right. All right.

[phone beeps]

[intense music]

[line rings]

[Sarah's voicemail] You've reached Sarah Daniels.

I can't take your call right now,

but if you leave your name,

number, and a brief message, I'll get--

[grunts]

[car horn honks]

[phone rings]

-Who is it? -It's Glenn.

I'll call him back later.

All right. All right.

What was so important that you couldn't tell me at home?

I didn't want Ashley hearing this or Jasmine.

Hearing what?

Mark?

What is it? You're scaring me.

It's not funny.

It's not supposed to be.

Well, what are you doing with that?

I don't know. You tell me.

Jasmine found it in the cupboard.

Well, it's not my--

Sarah, come on.

What do you mean, come on, Sarah?

She's clearly trying to set me up.

Set you up? How?

Sh-she's trying to make it look like I'm drinking again.

She must have found out somehow.

Sarah, Jasmine brought this to me

because she thought it belonged to Ashley.

She has no idea about your situation.

No. She is trying to turn you against me.

-What are you talking about? -What...

it would be too easy to say that the bottle was mine.

So she made up that ridiculous story about Ashley.

-Mark, can't you see that? -No.

Can we please not make this about her?

Jasmine has done exactly what we hired her to do.

This is about you and a problem that I thought we had overcome.

Mark, what can I say?

What can I say to make you believe me?

That you'll get help.

[scoffs] This is unbelievable.

[birds chirping]

[doorbell dings-dongs]

Where's Sarah?

Sarah?

Sarah?

Look, you're good.

I'll give you that.

Where is Sarah? I wanna talk to her right now.

She's out with Mark. I don't really know

when they're gonna be back.

Is everything okay?

Where'd you go to school, Jasmine?

-Harper. You know-- -No, you didn't.

I'm still very involved with the university.

I got friends that work in Admissions.

They have no record of a "Jasmine Walker"

ever attending.

Well, I'm sure there's some kind of mistake.

Oh, a mistake.

And is it a mistake that all your college friends

happen to be stock photos that are all over the web?

Hi!

Hey, Ashley.

-You remember me? -Of course. From the barbecue?

Yes. I'm your mom's friend from work.

Oh, she's not here right now.

Ashley, why don't you go back

in your room and finish your art project.

I'm gonna talk to your mom's friend for a few minutes.

-Okay. -[Jasmine] Uh-hmm.

All right, Ash.

[intense music]

-Are you gonna tell Sarah? -Of course.

Okay. The truth is, I didn't go to Harper.

I didn't go to college. I barely finished high school.

So why lie?

What, are you kidding me?

Would you hire me knowing that?

I wouldn't concoct some crazy story.

But the truth is,

is I do love kids, and I'm good at it.

I'm good at taking care of them.

And if the Danielses agree, then why does it matter?

Because they hired you under false pretenses.

They hired me to take care of their daughter,

to clean their house, to make things easier for them.

Isn't that what I've done?

Look, I'm sorry, Jasmine. I gotta tell them.

Let me do it, please.

I'll come clean, but it should come from me.

To be honest, I don't know if I trust you.

You don't have to.

I'll tell Sarah and Mark tonight.

You'll see Sarah first thing tomorrow morning.

If she doesn't tell you everything you already know,

then you can tell her.

You have my word.

Thank you.

[dramatic music]

[crickets chirping]

I know you're not asleep.

When you're asleep, you make that little noise.

Oh. You think you're funny?

I'm just trying to lighten the mood.

You wanna lighten the mood? Try believing me.

I only wanna help you, Sarah.

That's all I want.

I'm gonna tell you one more time.

The alcohol was not mine.

I have no idea where it came from.

Well, you can choose to believe me or not believe me,

but I am not gonna lay here and let you gaslight me.

I promise you that.

[singer] * Welcome to the big league *

* Living in the eye of the storm *

[singer] * Oh, oh, oh, oh *

* Living in the eye of the storm *

* Welcome to the big league *

* Living in the eye of the storm *

* Oh, oh, oh, oh, yeah *

[car alarm wailing]

[car alarm beeps]

[sighs]

[singer] * ...come out of the blue *

* Bring it on, make it on, make it on, me with you *

[suspenseful music]

[thud]

[siren wailing]

[Dani] Oh, I'll call you if I hear anything.

Thank you.

Oh, Sarah, I am so sorry.

Dani, what's going on?

You haven't heard?

Sarah, have a seat.

I don't know how to tell you this.

Glenn is dead.

No.

No. I just spoke to him yesterday.

It just happened early this morning.

What...how?

They aren't quite sure.

A neighbor was jogging, he saw his door open,

and...the wallet was missing, the place was a mess,

so the police are treating it like a robbery.

-O'Byrne! -[Dani] No,

no. He's still in jail.

I'm really sorry, Sarah.

I know how close you two were.

We're all gonna miss him.

[knocks on door]

Excuse me?

I'm Jill. Jill McDonald, Glenn's sister.

Yes, of course.

Please come and have a seat.

Hmm.

I am so sorry.

There are no words.

Thank you. I don't know if you're aware,

but I spoke to my brother every single day.

He was the best brother and uncle.

I know that he adored his nieces.

[Jill] He thought so much of you.

He was so happy when you came back.

I spoke to him the day that he...

he said he was working on something for you.

And I was just thinking that maybe

that had something to do with his death.

Actually, I was working on a case for him

and it was a violent felon,

but my boss assured me

that he's been in jail this whole time.

Well...if you hear anything,

can you please let the police know?

I don't want my brother to have died in vain.

I will of course.

Again, I am so sorry.

[intense music]

Sarah?

What's the matter, Sarah?

Glenn's been murdered.

What?

In his house.

The police think it was a robbery.

Do they know who killed him?

[Ashley] Killed who?

Glenn. Sweetheart,

there's been a terrible accident.

But...he was just here.

You mean at the barbecue?

No, no. When he--

Ashley, let's give your parents some time to themselves.

[Sarah] No, no.

Finish what you were saying, sweetheart.

When he came over yesterday.

Glenn was here?

He stopped by on his way home from the office.

-He said he was gonna text you. -Well, he didn't text me.

You didn't think to tell me?

It didn't seem important.

-Like he said, he was going to-- -I want you to leave.

Of course. I'll just take Ashley

and you guys can have some time together. Come on.

No, no. I want you gone, Jasmine.

Okay. We all need to just calm down.

-I'm calm. I want her gone. -Sarah, please.

I didn't mean to do anything wrong.

I love working for you.

Jasmine, take Ashley to her room, please.

Okay. Come on. Let's go.

So that's what this has come to?

You're gonna side with the nanny rather than your own wife?

No, not at all.

I think we just need some time to calm down.

No, I don't need to calm down.

I need her gone.

Sarah, listen to yourself.

Ashley loves her, okay?

We can't just do this.

Don't!

[intense music]

Sarah?

I have something to tell you.

Whatever you and Mark ultimately decide,

I want you to know that I am sorry.

Although I haven't been here very long,

you've made me feel so welcomed.

Are you honestly telling me that you did not know

why Glenn came here yesterday?

I'm sorry.

I kept playing it over in my head, if only

I would've done something differently, then maybe.

Well, that's all I wanted to say.

I'm a good person, Sarah.

You're a good person.

Sometimes we make mistakes.

[dramatic music playing]

Where's my mom? I didn't see her this morning.

She's still asleep.

She had a really exhausting day yesterday.

Is she okay?

She will be.

She just needs some rest.

-Jasmine? -Uh-hmm.

[Ashley] What happened to your mother?

Some very bad people took her away.

Did she ever come back?

Pick that up. We gotta get going.

We're gonna be late.

Ready for school?

[Ashley] Yeah.

[Jasmine] Whenever you come home, I'll be right here for ya.

[chuckles]

[intense music]

[phone line trilling]

[phone ringing]

[phone ringing]

[gasps]

[scoffs]

[intense music]

Sarah, I didn't expect to see you here today.

I need to talk to you. Is your brother still a cop?

-He's a lieutenant now. -[Sarah] I need a favor.

I need him to run some fingerprints

off the handle of this brush.

Right away.

Is this about Glenn?

Sarah, I understand how you feel. I really do.

But you have to let the police handle this.

Listen. There is no time to explain.

I just need your help.

You're not gonna let this go, are you?

No.

If I do this for you,

you promise me you'll take some time off?

I promise.

You owe me one.

[bird caws]

[laughter]

Sarah, Mark, what's the matter?

Go to your room, Ashley. We'll be in in a minute.

It's okay.

Is everything okay?

Your key, Jasmine.

I...don't understand.

Your key. Now.

Okay.

[Sarah] I called your references again.

The family you used to work for.

You'll never guess where it rang.

We trusted you, Jasmine.

You betrayed us.

Sorry. I just--

I just knew you guys would never hire me if you knew the truth

that I don't have any experience.

Who did I speak to? The woman who had such

wonderful things to say about you?

Me.

They have these apps, um, on your phone.

They could change your voice.

Pack your things and leave now.

You can tell us where to mail your last check.

And Jasmine, we don't wanna see or hear from you again.

Can I say goodbye to Ashley first?

Are you out of your mind?

Please. She'll be devastated.

Well, you should have thought of that before you lied to her.

Before you lied to all of us.

You're very lucky we didn't call the police.

You won't hear from me again.

But I don't understand why I couldn't at least say goodbye.

I know, sweetheart. But like we explained,

Jasmine lied about some very important things.

But she didn't do anything wrong.

Ashley, when you're a grownup,

you have to tell the truth, all the time.

She told me she'd always be there for me.

Sweetheart, I know it doesn't feel

like it right now but...

your dad and I are doing this for you.

Mom...

do you think Jasmine lied to me too?

I think that Jasmine

cared about you very, very much.

I really do.

Will I ever see her again?

No.

No, sweetheart. I can promise you that.

[sobbing]

You think she's gonna be okay?

She will be.

Kids are resilient.

Besides, what choice do we have?

You think I should've called the police anyway?

I don't know. But then they would've questioned Ashley.

I think it's best if we just move past this

as quickly as possible.

Sarah.

I'm sorry.

I know.

-[Dani] Here it is. -What's this?

I had Mitch run the fingerprints like you asked.

The girl is one of ours.

-I don't understand. -I assumed you knew.

Knew what?

The fingerprints belong to a girl name Felicia Watson.

She was one of your cases.

-I don't remember. -[Dani] Well, I'm not surprised.

It was over 20 years ago.

And the fingerprints are hers?

That's her file.

I hope you find what you're looking for, Sarah.

[suspenseful music]

And you're sure her real name is Felicia Watson?

Positive. I have her file.

But I have no idea how long

she's been going by Jasmine Walker.

She didn't say if she had any friends nearby

-or somewhere she could go? -[Sarah] No.

She never mentioned any living family

or friends the whole time she was with us.

Can you put an APB out on her?

[Det. Rayburn] Mr. Daniels,

using a false name is not a crime.

Unless you're pretending to be someone else

for illegal purposes.

Like getting a job?

It's a gray area.

Detective, do you think she's dangerous?

Well, she had ample opportunities to harm you

and your family, but she didn't.

In fact, according to you, she was a model nanny.

-I think that says something. -But Glenn.

[Det. Rayburn] That's just speculation, Mrs. Daniels.

Until we can question her, we don't know

if she's responsible or involved in any way.

[Sarah] I know.

-What do we do now? -[Det. Rayburn] Get some rest.

If you can think of anything else, give me a call.

But otherwise, I'm confident

that you'll hear from us very soon, okay?

Yeah.

[intense music]

[Mark] How much do you wanna tell her?

[Sarah] Just enough so she's careful.

I don't wanna scare her.

[sighs]

Mr. and Mrs. Daniels, this seems to be

-some sort of mistake. -What?

When you guys called, I went to get Ashley

-right away and she's gone. -What do you mean gone?

Her babysitter signed her out.

She said it was an emergency.

Her name was on the form so we didn't question it.

[suspenseful music]

All right. Call the police.

[Mark] Yeah.

-Ashley! -Mom!

Felicia, please. Don't hurt her.

So, you know.

I know who you are.

But what I don't understand is why.

I tried to help you.

Help me? Help me?

Do you know what happened to me when you took my parents away?

My mother killed herself.

That's right.

-You didn't know that, did you? -No.

And you wanna know what happens to a foster kid

-who gets lost in the system? -So all these years...

[Jasmine] I have been looking for you.

And it wasn't 'till they digitized the records

and put it online that I've able to find out

who you were, where you were.

Felicia...please.

Ashley has nothing to do with this.

-She loves you. -All I wanted, Sarah,

was to be a part of a family.

And I was on my way of getting there.

You should have seen the way Mark looked at me.

He always wanted me.

And Ashley, well, let's just say,

in a matter of no time,

she became closer to me than she ever was with you.

But then your nosey friend had to start digging.

You killed Glenn.

[Jasmine] He gave me no choice.

Just like how you're leaving me no choice right now.

Hah! Stay where you are!

[police siren wailing]

Please.

[intense music]

Ashley!

Oh, honey! Oh.

[police siren wailing]

No!

[indistinct radio chatter]

[Det. Rayburn] You're a very brave young lady.

How is she, Detective?

She's under arrest.

What's gonna happen to her now?

It's okay. She's dealt with worse.

She'll be charged with kidnapping,

-among other crimes. -Glenn?

[Det. Rayburn] There's not enough evidence.

For right now, we wanna talk to Edith Childress.

What about Edith?

[Det. Rayburn] She hasn't been seen for days.

Right now, our primary suspect is Jasmine.

She's not coming back, is she?

No, young lady.

She's not coming back ever again.

I'll be in touch.

Okay.

[car engine revving]

[suspenseful music]