Chapter 9
Jesson didn’t say a word. He didn’t have to. The three newspapers and two gossip magazines said everything for him. They were spread out across his desk, a silent display, a pointed condemnation. Each headline was very kind to Paul. One even called him a hero. Jack was the butt of the joke. It wasn’t a surprise. They were all expecting as much. But Paul found himself hoping that Jack had chosen to ignore the morning papers.
“Nobody’s going to remember any of this by the time we wrap the film,” Paul finally said, more to break the silence than anything.
“You’re right. Because he’s not going to be associated with this film after today.”
“Come on, Vance. He made a mistake. He’s not the first new guy in town to do something he shouldn’t.”
“Jack’s not that new.” Jesson leaned bac
