The story concerned a series of misadventures featuring a young woman and her older lover, some funny, some poignant, but all ended with the couple in bed--

scenes explicit enough that Davey blushed. Still, it wasn't like basic cable didn't offer programs just as vivid.

"That's enough for now," said Frankie the Nose. He stood, smiling down at Davey. "Thank you. Larry will pay for your time, Dee Dee. We'll finish this book tomorrow. Same time?"

Davey blinked, unsure of how to answer. "Tomorrow?" he asked.

Frankie nodded. "I like the way you're dressed," he added just before leaving the room.