(Jason's POV)
This woman obviously has a goal in wanting to stay here.
"I know Helen," I say. "And the way she sees a situation like this is not the way you see it. You're letting her stay because of Rose. Because you understand what it means to be a mother. To be kept at a distance from your child, and you won't do that to someone else even when that someone else has done nothing to deserve your consideration." I look at her steadily. "Helen won't see it that way."
Caroline is quiet for a moment.
"What will she see it as?"
"An opening."
She holds my gaze and smiles. "I know she'll see it as an opening."
"Then you understand why I don't want her here."
"I understand why it worries you." She unfolds her arms and reaches out, touching my wrist briefly. "But, Jason — Rose is five year
