Summary

In the section “Souvenirs,” taking place in August, Jason went with his father to a conference in Lyme Regis. They made plans to have dinner together that night and watch “Chariots of Fire” at the movie theater. Jason explored the towns and checked jewelry shops for Omega Seamasters but couldn’t find any. One jeweler suggested he try antique shops. A girl talked to him at the arcade. He was so nervous that he didn’t even stammer. The girls’ two friends came and began making fun of them. The girls got into an argument and forgot about Jason.

Instead of meeting his father for dinner, Jason wound up eating with Danny Lawlor. Danny was sent by Jason’s father because Craig Salt, the head of Greenland Supermarkets, had decided to attend the conference. Jason enjoyed the dinner with Danny. He even asked Danny...