Cara opens the front door. Her colossal frame fills the entryway, a living wall between Antonio and the triplets, who remain sheltered directly behind her.
Antonio stands on the porch, visibly dwarfed by her presence. He keeps both hands lowered, just as promised, while the children peek around her sides.
Antonio Tuscano
I brought no demands, Cara. Only a written proposal for supervised contact and regular child support.
He lifts a slim folder only after showing his empty hands, then holds it out without crossing the threshold. His expression stays careful and subdued.
Violet Amore
Mama, is that for us?
Antonio Tuscano
You decide whether my actions deserve consideration. If you do not want this, I will leave the papers and go.
Rose presses closer to Cara's back, while Otto watches the folder with quiet curiosity. Antonio waits on the porch, arm extended, leaving the next move to her.
✓ Quest Accepted
Establish safe, accountable terms for Antonio's involvement
“I take the folder and review its proposal while keeping the children behind me.”
SUCCESS (Great Observation, rolled +3)
Cara takes the folder without stepping aside, keeping her broad stance between Antonio and the triplets. Violet, Rose, and Otto remain tucked safely behind her.
She opens the proposal and scans its clearly organized pages: supervised visits at a family center, scheduled video calls, and monthly child-support payments beginning immediately.
Cara-Mia Amore
The proposal includes dates, payment amounts, and a named family mediator.
Antonio Tuscano
I made the first payment already. The receipt is clipped behind the schedule, and the mediator has agreed to hold the first meeting whenever you choose.
The receipt confirms a substantial payment, while the mediator's contact information is independently listed. No clause requests access to Cara's home or unsupervised time.
Violet Amore
Mama, does that mean Daddy can visit us?
Antonio Tuscano
It means Cara gets to decide the pace, Violet. I am asking for a chance, not taking one.
+ New Item Acquired
Proposal folder
“I sigh and agree to these terms, under the condition that Antonio be on his best behavior when around the kids, that means no drinking, no gambling and no swearing.”
SUCCESS (Legendary Willpower, rolled +0)
Cara sighs, holding the folder firmly while remaining between Antonio and the children. Her conditions settle over the doorway with unmistakable clarity.
Cara-Mia Amore
I agree to these terms, provided you are on your best behavior around the kids: no drinking, no gambling, and no swearing.
Antonio Tuscano
Agreed. No alcohol, no gambling, and no swearing during any contact with them. I will follow those rules without exception.
Antonio takes a pen from his pocket, adds the conditions to the proposal, and signs beneath them. He leaves the folder in Cara's hands.
Antonio Tuscano
I will also accept the mediator's oversight. If I break the agreement, you can suspend contact while they review it.
Violet Amore
So Daddy can visit if he follows Mama's rules?
Antonio Tuscano
Yes, Violet. Your mama's rules come first. I will see you at the family center, and I will behave.
Begin supervised contact with Antonio
Quest Complete
Establish safe, accountable terms for Antonio's involvement
Skill Upgrade: Observation Great→Superb