Chapter 8Before the two parted, the old man began digging in his pockets until he found an envelope and handed it to Rocco.
“What’s this? Photographs? A keepsake from the past, maybe?”
“Nothing so sentimental, I’m afraid. Actually, it’s a large sum of money that will keep you going until certain arrangements can be made.” He hesitated a moment before he continued. “But I have to warn you of something that’s coming.”
“Don’t say it, dad.”
“You have to know, Rocco. I’m sorry to have to tell you, but my doctor only gives me three months at the most. One good thing about it is when it happens you’ll be filthy rich.”
“Oh, my God, I don’t think I’m cut out to be filthy rich. Not like this.”
“I understand, but son, at least the money will make it easier on you. With it you’ll never have to w
