"That's my dad," Kate said, helpfully. In case Bod hadn't figured that one out yet. She was sure he was totally red right now, but she wasn't looking at him, either.

"Yeah," Max said. "Max Gregson. From Kansas."

He might have been making fun of the boy. He took a step closer, offering Bod his hand a little stiffly. Still didn't look too happy.

[And I sleep! Night!]