:26:00
But you made sure
it wasn't too long a wait.
:26:03
You bet I did. I'm in a hurry.
:26:06
And I was right.
I told you he'd help me.
:26:09
Ruth, get rid of him.
:26:11
Get rid of him now.
It's not gonna be worth it.
:26:13
I don't know
what you're talking about.
:26:16
- Why shouldn't I have a manager?
- A manager? Don't lie to yourself.
:26:19
If you're going ahead with this,
at least don't lie to yourself.
:26:23
But don't go ahead with it.
You don't have to.
:26:26
Yes, I do.
:26:28
I've tried it without help.
I didn't mind it being hard, Johnny.
:26:32
I just minded that it didn't work.
:26:34
Then let me help you.
:26:36
I'll get you to the right people,
and they'll want you.
:26:39
They won't have to be
strong-armed or blackmailed.
:26:42
They'll want you because you're good.
Oh, try it, Ruth. Try it that way.
:26:47
Johnny, so many guys
have wanted to help me.
:26:49
And they've all been
on the make, just like him.
:26:53
I suppose you're the one
who's different.
:26:56
That's right.
:26:59
And I mean it.
But get yourself free, Ruth.
:27:02
But I am free. I've made no promises.
I'm as free as you are.
:27:07
- Are you?
- Yes.
:27:08
Prove it.
:27:10
Let's meet tonight after the show.
Have a cup of coffee together.
:27:13
Just two free people getting together
over a cup of coffee. Why not, huh?
:27:20
All right.
:27:22
That's us. Be great.
:27:26
- I'm ready. I'm ready.
- Come on. It's time.
:27:29
Get on there and don't
make me out a horse's neck.
:27:32
I got the place packed with biggies.
:27:37
Get a load of that.
"Ruth Etting, chicago's Sweetheart."
:27:40
- Mr. Sny...
- come on. I'm a nervous wreck.
:27:46
Excuse me.