Short story based off of the picture, Captain Tory, from the Mysteries of Harris Burdick. Charles has always wondered what his father did on these so called business trips. When Charles is finally invited to come with his father on one he discovers the secret life that his father has been living all these years. But in the end, he wishes he was never invited...

three brothers, once so close, but time has torn them apart. what will become of the vampire, the pirate, and the gentleman as they walk through this strange world and encounter the adventure, heartbreak, and mystery it holds.