"You know who wasn't scared, Rocco? Me, when I took the blame for that crap game that you organized."
He looked down. That was the next thing I learned about the detective game: if you are owed favors don't be afraid to cash them in.
"I'm afraid of that man, Jake. I never trusted him."
I nodded, "You have good instincts, Rocco. I just need some kind of clue that might point me to where he is. It's important."
"Why are you looking for him?" he asked.
"Let's just say there's a ledger that needs balancing. And I'm the accountant."