Chapter 27: What News Sells Best
Chapter 27: What News Sells Best
After signing the exclusive rights agreement, Jerry handed Hawk a check, and Hawk delivered the photo copies. With the transaction complete, both went their separate ways.
The West Coast Media & Entertainment Studio had just completed its first deal, earning $10,000.
Driving back to East Hollywood, Hawk parked on the street, returned home, secured the door, and checked his surveillance system and alarms. He grabbed a bottle of water, taking a couple of sips as he sat down.
The night had been exhausting—starting with the Viper Room, running nonstop until now.
Hawk pulled out the check, setting it on the table, and glanced at the numbers again.
Money gives men courage, and Hawk was no exception. In Los Angeles, success meant constantly shelling out cash.
The hotel escort, the fireworks delivery—all had nothing to do with charm. It was all about cash power.
The scandal would hit the newsstands the next morning. Hawk anticipated that Robert Downey Jr.’s acting career might take a serious blow. A drug addict caught with a producer’s wife was bound to have repercussions.