people's favorite, which means you make more money. Whatever
happens, you're richer with Braddock back in the ring." Gould sat
back. "So what do you say?"
As soon as he got an answer, Joe rushed back to the gym.
"I got you a fight," he told Jim from the ropes. "You're going to
fight John Henry Lewis again."
Jim climbed out of the ring. "I could kiss you."
Joe took a step back. "Please don't!" The manager became
suddenly serious. "I won't lie, Jimmy. You're in this fight because
you're meat. But if you win it, I can get you another one. If you
win the next, then everything changes."
Jim understood. He turned toward the heavy punching bag.
"Jimmy," Joe called.
Jim turned and saw the old fire in his manager's eyes.
"Win!" said Joe.
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