Eleven

The Man in the White Shirt enters a grocery store to use a phone but is unable to get a connection. The grocer gives the man a complimentary bottle of water. Not realizing how thirsty he is, the man gulps it down. Outside, something lands with a thump, and he sees a bird coated in dust and ash. Pouring water on the bird, the man discovers that it is a white dove.

In New Jersey, Mac’s phone rings and he quickly picks it up, hoping to hear his son’s voice. Instead, it is his old friend, Charlie, who lives in California and has called to check on Bobby. Mac reveals that he has heard nothing and that his wife, Dottie, does not understand. He thanks Charlie for being a good friend.

Mr. Patel, a pizza shop owner, sees Alex, Nunu, and Radar outside and invites them in. Alex claims that he is not hungry, but really, he has no money. Mr. Patel pretends that there is a lunch rebate special, so he gives Alex a dollar and then takes it back, offering pizza in return. He even brings Radar a bowl of meatballs. Alex is saddened at the thought of returning the dog but believes it is necessary for his father to return home safely.