The text states, 'His past was a hostile country, his present a tranquil plain. By going home he was not only abandoning a refuge, but proclaiming that he no longer needed one.' This internal reflection, combined with Irene's vague reason for him to come ('We need to talk about the future.'), suggests Nick is uncertain about what the trip will entail and its potential ramifications. Options A, B, and C are too specific and not directly supported by the text.
Ответ: D