The year is 1675, the place is Ireland, and my MC is the 20-year-old illegitimate son of a merchant. His father has acknowledged him and he's the only living male heir (all the legitimate children, except one girl, died in childhood). The family's position is somewhat shaky due to the political and religious tensions of the time.
The dad wants to see if the son has what it takes to run the business. But dad can't give son too much responsibility before he knows he can trust him. So, what job does the son get to test his mettle? Maybe something that seems a bit trivial, and causes the young man to chafe a bit?
The dad wants to see if the son has what it takes to run the business. But dad can't give son too much responsibility before he knows he can trust him. So, what job does the son get to test his mettle? Maybe something that seems a bit trivial, and causes the young man to chafe a bit?
