Chapter 50: A New Life
July 5, 20—
10:02 A.M.
Ken’s nose felt as if it had been hit by a wrecking ball. His face was swollen, his eyes were semi-closed, and both jaws stung with pain. He slept the pain pills off that Erich had given him the night before, but felt as if they didn’t help him at all. Half of his face was bandaged with thick gauze and he looked like someone of wealthy who was in the midst of plastic surgery.
It took him more than an hour to climb out of Erich’s bed, shower, and dress. For a late breakfast he had decided on a shot of Jack Daniels and two more pain pills.
Maybe he was a little surprised when Erich packed a bag for himself and informed the model, “I’m coming to New York with you, just to make sure that you get there safely. I’ll feel responsible if you don’t
