After returning home to his terrace house on Kristianstad road, the protagonist felt a lingering emotion from the events of the day. He spent his evening having dinner and enjoying time with his children before taking the dog out for a walk. The dog was a Labrador bitch, which added some warmth to his evening routine.

During the walk, he decided to visit his neighbor, Martinsson, to share details about his and Noren's experiences. Martinsson had previously expressed interest in joining the waiting list for puppies, reflecting a connection between the two men as they discussed their shared interests and the day's occurrences.