Long trip. Nick keeps his eyes on Raleigh's face; it's not just about understanding what he's saying. He has an honest, open look to him that Nick finds immediately likable. He tends to have a good feel for these things.

(Just not, apparently, good enough.)

From Caslin, Nebraska originally. Haven't been back there since I was a kid. Try the cupcakes. They're not as good as what Fran makes, but they're OK.