Sweetest Sin — The Action Figure Trick

What is your name? I guessed he just finished a long day of mob business. He didn't even change clothes before feeding the kid, but it had clearly For him, feeding a kid was probably harder than running the mafia.

Angelica Collins. You try. So this was the job interview, huh? I had to nail this.

If I nailed this, I wouldn't have to be out on the streets. More importantly, the loan sharks wouldn't be able to find me. I held the bowl and put on what I thought was a loving smile. I walked toward Leo.

Before I took two steps, he darted under the table. Only his huge dark eyes peeked out. No! Tell her to get out!

I won't let her feed me! They're all bad women! Clearly, he had seen countless babysitters before me. That only made me want to impress him more.

I glanced around the room and noticed action figures scattered everywhere. An idea immediately came to mind. I picked up a few action figures. Then I placed them beside Leo, hiding under the table.

Don't worry. I'm not feeding you. I'm feeding Future Ranger and Star Ranger. Don't be scared.

Then I pretended to feed them. Eat up. You'll need your strength to save the world. If you don't eat enough, your arms and legs will get all skinny.

How can you protect everyone else if you can't even protect yourself?