Maverick had a stomach hemorrhage and ended up hospitalized for nearly two weeks. I was beside myself with worry, urging him not to misuse his body like this. "The market’s terrible right now," I said. "Investors are cautious. Even if you drink yourself into oblivion, you might not find the right people."

I contacted a fund manager and pulled out five hundred thousand dollars to help Maverick.

He was so moved, his eyes brimming with tears as he hugged me tightly. ...