"No funny business. Let's go get out of this nasty alley and go get something to eat. There's a pizzeria around the corner, couple of places right down the road. I don't mind whatever you want—as much as you will. And what you want in return now, big guy? Around the world, up and down, a pogo or what?" Ed smiled as he spoke.
"I just want to buy you a good meal and maybe we can talk. You're too young to be out here doing this—it's not safe."
Carter did not know exactly what to think about this guy. He obviously had money—he was dressed to the tens, he was clean, well-presented and educated. What was he doing in this dive area?
Ed took a seat at a sidewalk café and told Carter to have a seat too. A server came up and glared at Carter, then looked toward Ed.
"Sir, how may I be of assistance to you and your guest?" The words came with a sneer.
