Ghosts of Southampton
Usually, he had some sort of treat in his pocket—hard candy or peanuts—and they would share as they discussed important business.
Today, as Charlie dropped down next to his father, John pulled a butterscotch out and handed it over. Charlie’s face lit up as he popped the sweet candy into his mouth. His father had one for himself as well, even though Charlie knew he didn’t care for sweets quite as much, and they surveyed their empire.
“Someday, all of this will be yours, Charlie, my boy,” John said, stretching his hands out to span the width of the factory.
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