Episode 1

Call me Lorenzo and I am 28 years old. I have been a widow for almost 2 years and have a son, Theo, who is 6 years old. My wife Suzi was my whole world and when she left, I somehow died with her. I distanced myself from my family, my son, and focused on work to survive.

My parents haven't given up on me and continue to try to "bring me back to life" but the truth is that I have become ruthless to the point of not caring about anything or anyone.

This month marks two years since Suzi's death and it's a difficult month, where I completely lose myself.

Lorenzo: Another day waking up without any desire to live. I get up, do my hygiene routine, take a shower, and get dressed. I go downstairs and my mother and father are entering my house to stay with Theo.

(Daniela and Bruno, Lorenzo's parents. Main characters from the book "She's Just Too Much")

Daniela: Good morning, son.

Bruno: Good morning, my son.

Lorenzo: Good morning. Theo hasn't woken up yet, I'll be late today.

I avoid their embrace and leave without having breakfast to avoid having to talk.

Daniela: Honey, you need to try again.

Bruno: The psychologist?

Daniela: Yes.

Bruno: I take a deep breath.

I'll put it in his schedule right away.

Daniela: He's getting worse every day. Today, I'm going to interview the new babysitter.

Bruno: Do you really think it's necessary? They can't handle even a week here, and I've lost count of how many have run away.

Daniela: Lorenzo doesn't let us stay overnight, Theo is still young, my love, and this month will be difficult. I'll interview her at our home. Stay with Theo, I'll be back soon.

I kiss Bruno and head to my house, the Nanny has been announced, and I wait for her in the living room.

(Alice, 26 years old)

Alice: I enter a huge, beautiful property. I've never seen anything like it in my life. There are four huge mansions inside, and right in the center, there's a gourmet area with a huge pool and a playground. I silently make my way to the indicated location.

Good morning, Mrs. Daniela.

Daniela: Good morning, Alice. Just Daniela, please. Have a seat, dear. Tell me a bit about yourself.

Alice: I don't have much to say about myself. I'm looking for a live-in nanny position. I'm 26 years old and currently unemployed.

Daniela: Do you have children?

Alice: I do... I mean, I'm alone. It's just me!

Daniela: I had the impression that Alice was going to say she had children.

Alright, could you start tomorrow?

Alice: Yes.

Daniela: Your resume states that you have a degree in pedagogy. Why didn't you pursue a career in that field?

Alice: It's complicated. What I can tell you is that I love children. I started college at 17 and worked in the field for a while after graduating, but some things happened, and I distanced myself. I still don't feel ready to go back to work as a teacher, which is why I'm looking for a nanny position.

Daniela: Alice speaks with deep sadness. I won't ask any more questions about it. We'll do the usual background check on all new employees to get the answers I need.

Alright then, I'll introduce you to Theo tomorrow. He's a sweetheart, his father is my son, and he's the problem. He became a cold and difficult man after his wife's death almost two years ago. He wasn't like this before, believe me, he was a wonderful man. But life is complicated. He only allows the employees to call him "Mr. Lorenzo," don't let him intimidate you. You told me you love children, right? Theo needs a nanny, so stay for him. As for Lorenzo, if you focus solely on Theo, I don't think there will be any major problems. Just don't mention his deceased wife's name, it's still something he can't handle. Is that clear?

Alice: Everyone experiences grief in their own way. I understand his pain better than you imagine. I will try to be invisible and solely focus on taking care of Theo.

Daniela: I could be wrong, but I believe you'll be an angel in our lives. Thank you, Alice. I will expect you here tomorrow. I'll take you to meet Lorenzo and Theo in the morning. Today, I'll finalize your contract.

Alice: What about uniforms? Do I need to wear one?

Daniela: No, you can dress modestly.

Alice agrees and leaves. I quickly go to tell Bruno about her, I'm sure she will change a lot here.

At the company...

Lorenzo: Judith!

(Judith, 30 years old. Lorenzo's secretary)

Judith: God help me!

I go to Lorenzo's office trembling.

Lorenzo: What the hell is this in my schedule?

Judith: It... was... your... father... Mr. Lorenzo...

Lorenzo: I am the one who controls my damn schedule. If you, you useless piece of shit, put a psychologist in my schedule once again, I will fire you. Got it?

Judith: Yes... sir...

Lorenzo: Now get out of my sight, you worthless person!

Judith: I run out of Lorenzo's office, this man is sick. It takes a while for my breathing to return to normal and I go back to work.

Miguel: Judith, is Lorenzo in his office?

Judith: He is, but I wouldn't go in if I were you.

Miguel: Things will go back to how they were, Judith.

Judith: I hope so, I can't take it anymore.

Miguel: Lorenzo.

Lorenzo: No!

Miguel: What?

Lorenzo: The answer is no, whether it's going out, drinking, having dinner, or anything else. You can leave the way you came in!

(Miguel, Lorenzo's best friend, and Cinthia, his wife)

Miguel: Cinthia is inviting you to have dinner.

Lorenzo: I already have my answer.

Miguel: Dom misses his godfather.

Lorenzo: I'm sorry about that, but the answer is still the same.

Miguel: Alright, we'll wait.

Lorenzo: I wouldn't wait if I were you, in fact, you still have time to change Dom's godfather.

Miguel: I'll ignore what I heard and use the excuse that we've been giving for almost two years for your behavior. You're still my best friend and I won't give up on you!

I leave, lamenting Lorenzo's state.

Lorenzo: I lean back in my chair and take a deep breath. I refocus on my work.

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