Daisy Bell

The story follows Daisy and her father, Luke, as they settle into a small town in Ohio after a difficult move prompted by Luke's recent divorce. Luke has taken a job as deputy with the local sheriff's office, which introduces them to Sheriff Lee Bodecker. Early in their encounter, Lee shows a particular interest in Daisy, marked by his lingering gaze, subtle gestures, and a moment of physical contact that feels more personal than official. Though his demeanor is friendly and formal, Lee's actions hint at an underlying obsession with Daisy, suggesting that his interest in her goes beyond professional courtesy and foreshadowing greater involvement in their lives as the story unfolds.