In the story, the narrator approaches a friend, indicating the urgency of a favor they need. They emphasize the significance of the request by stating that they wouldn't ask unless it was important. The dialogue quickly reveals that the favor concerns the borrowing of a truck for an immediate visit.
The friend responds with surprise, indicating that loaning the truck isn't such a big deal, as they trust the narrator's driving skills. The mention of needing the truck to see someone named Rafe underlines the sense of urgency and hints at a deeper narrative about their relationship.