The first thing that the boy called Smoke told Nick Waters was: Your biology book's in my locker. The combination is 5-3-5. And the second thing he said was: I didn't do that fire, man. I'm innocent.
In the story "Scat" by Carl Hiaasen, Smoke, a young boy, informs Nick Waters that his biology book is in his locker and provides the combination, which is 5-3-5. This shows Smoke's attempt to help Nick by sharing useful information about his belongings.
Smoke also insists on his innocence regarding a fire, clearly stating, "I didn't do that fire, man. I'm innocent," emphasizing his desire to clear his name. His statements reveal his straightforward nature and the tension surrounding the incident.
