"I think giving it another go would be a wonderful idea," Walter said. She'd always seemed to him to be an unusually bright young woman, with sharp mind and undeniable strength of character. She was, perhaps, a bit rigid, but he could see the potential for real greatness in her. Candy making might not have been her calling, but as a little aside project, it could certainly be a bit of fun.

"If you'd like an assistant, I'd be more than happy to oblige."