"So, what you're gonna want to do is suck the smoke into your lungs. Don't hold it in your mouth, otherwise you're gonna have a rough time."

Dallas talked you through the process of smoking a cigarette for the first time, holding the small cylinder of nicotine and paper up to your lips. He had a lighter in his right hand, ready to light up the cigarette. He was particularly patient, which was a surprise.

He lit up a cigarette of his own with a smile, planting a gentle hand on your knee.