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As Nick navigates these issues, the reader is introduced to his family life, especially concerning his daughter Lily and his father, who has suffered a fall. The weight of familial responsibility weighs heavily on Nick, who appears overwhelmed by his circumstances. Dialogue with other characters reveals a deeper narrative: Nick is grappling with his past, especially related to his younger brother who died tragically, a loss that lingers in Nick's psyche.