"That name is classic," he snorts, giving Vasquez a look. Though it's obvious he's trying to keep a straight face. "But I get it. It's hard when your parents stick you with something bad. It's okay. Promise, I won't make fun of you when you tell me," he says, sounding comforting as if he isn't trying to needle him more.

He pauses, thinking about something else. "You ever try growing tobacco? Here or back home?"