He had recently moved in with his aunt and uncle due to trouble at his previous high school in New Jersey. Betty and Midge are suspicious of Nick (mainly because he sneaks into the movie theater), yet Veronica is interested.
Recently, Nick had taken up residence with his aunt and uncle due to difficulties at his former high school in New Jersey. Betty and Midge are wary of Nick (primarily because he frequently breaks into a local movie theater), whereas Veronica finds him intriguing.