A few days later in Stoney’s apartment…
While Hud was getting ready for a dinner party he was having in his hotel suite for his boss and several of the people he worked with, he happened to go into the bathroom, and saw Stoney in there combing his hair just right so it would fall down the side of his face.
“You know you wouldn’t have to do that if you’d just let me help you.”
“Hud, it’s not that easy. Hell, man, that’s a lot to accept from someone.”
“I know, but you think about it, and let me know when you make up your mind.”
Stoney glanced through the mirror beyond his reflection and noticed that Hud was dressed in a very expensive suit. He turned around and looked him up and down, noticing his contrasting tie, his shining shoes, and he even smelled like expensive cologne. His hair w
