RICK gets SAM out of Dodge, NYC
Next day. RICK asks Art for help finding out the shipping schedule. Talks to Freddie Lorca for Paris contacts. RICK calls SAM on the phone.
RICK
SAM, meet me down at Alice’s tonight.
later that night
RICK (CONT’D)
SAM, some guy brought this for you.
Hands SAM envelope.
SAM
I know the guy?
RICK
Yes. You’ve met.
SAM opens it. Sees itinerary, address in Paris, phone number, and ticket for ship leaving for France next day. Surprised look in eyes.
SAM
Lawd, boss. This ain’t for me. Looka here. Mos’ definitely not mine.
Casually hands back to RICK. RICK doesn’t look down at the paper, doesn’t take it.
RICK
SAM, it’s for you alright.
SAM
Boss, what’re you not telling me?
RICK
Go get some sleep. Pack. I’ll take you to Pier 3. Meet me at Alice’s at 6am.
SAM
Yes, suh
RICK
Don’t forget your arrangements.
(Big smile from SAM)
Next morning 6am, SAM & RICK meet on the pier.
SAM
I got to know where this gift come from
RICK
It’s not a gift.
SAM
I aint had many, but this sure feels like one.
RICK
It’s just a loan, pay the man back when you’re famous in Paris.
