He’s stupid. Real stupid.

Normally he’s a real smart man but his heart took control of his head and had him agreeing to his pretty coworker without knowing what the helm he signed himself up for.

“I just…” The woman sobbed into his arms, and he felt his heart flutter in response. “I need to go see my grandpa, and my kids-“

“I’ll watch ‘em, sugar.” He blurts. She raised her gaze to meet him and they shared a look that meant it was set in stone.?What was he thinking then? I mean, it felt nice she didn’t hesitate to trust him. He loved being the knight.

Now he looked on as three children stood on the porch of his ranch looking at him. They were skinny things, and they looked rough. A bit dirty too.

“…Y’all okay?” He managed, awkward.