Stories that involve Esmie as a point of view character.
Zoe squirmed on the play mat while Esmie rolled the dice. Her butt was still on fire from the paddling Roman had given her. It was enough to make her a little envious of the poofy mass of padding swaddling Esmie’s butt. The pullup Zoe had on was a badge of honor, though. She’d been …
“Esmerelda, it’s time to get you ready for daycare.” Roman said shaking her shoulder. It was a bit of a risk to start the game this early. He watched Esmie’s eyes flutter open, her brow furrow in confusion. He had confidence that she would safeword if she felt she was being pushed too far. That …
“I see you girls were playing very nicely together.” Caleb said, feeling his heartrate climb. “How was daycare?”
“It was much fun.” Esmie said. “Papa found me a rabbit just like I had in France.”
“It was so embarrassing.” Zoe said.
“Please daddy, take me to bed, right now.”
After lunch, Zoe looked like she was ready for the naptime that Roman announced. Esmie was less excited about it. Still, she dutifully crawled onto the blankets on the fenced area of the living room when asked. Zoe was already burrowed under the covers when Roman put a stuffed bear next to her. She nodded …
“You’re dressing me like a kid before we even get to daycare?” Zoe asked. “Do you see a lot of kids showing up at daycare in adult clothes?” Caleb asked with a smirk. He finished laying out Zoe’s outfit, a sleeveless vest-style blouse and plaid shorts. They were both cut to be bulky and childish …
Esmie took the orange soda from Zoe and took another sip. As soon as she was done, she handed it back. There was no sense in getting in trouble for Zoe’s transgression. At least, there was no sense in getting in as much trouble as Zoe. There was a good chance she’d get in some …
“Are you sure they’re coming over today?” Zoe asked, standing anxiously by the window. “They’re never this late.” “It’s only seven forty.” Caleb said, putting his arms around Zoe from behind. “Plenty of time for them to get here before Roman and I start work.” “But usually they’re here at seven thirty, and there’s time …