Making Up For Lost Time

Suzie (Hazel Moore) is relaxing in her room when her parent, Alice (Jamie Michelle), comes into the room to talk to her. Alice explains that she will be going on a work retreat for two weeks, so she would like Suzie to stay with Kevin (John Strong), Alice’s ex-husband and Suzie’s stepfather. Suzie is very understanding but also a bit nervous since she hasn’t seen her stepfather in a while, and wonders if he’s going to be okay with having her around. Alice assures her that Kevin is very happy with the idea of Suzie staying at his place – Alice and Kevin’s divorce was because of their incompatible personalities, and nothing to do with Suzie. Alice is sure they’ll both have a good time.

A few days later, Kevin opens his front door for Suzie. They’re both a bit awkward but also warm as they greet each other, and he takes her suitcase and invites her in. He tells her to make herself comfortable, and he’ll take care of EVERYTHING. As Suzie walks past Kevin, he hungrily looks her up and down, but she doesn’t notice.