Holly cleans her desk and the chair where her visitor, Penny, sat, out of an abundance of caution thinking of her late mother's susceptibility to illness.
Reviewing her notes, Holly is particularly interested in the missing bike helmet and the bike of Bonnie Rae's, envisioning possible scenarios related to the missing girl.
After calling Izzy Jaynes, they discuss the likelihood of abduction and the current issues with police staffing and the contentious shooting of Maleek Dutton.
Izzy informs Holly that Covid concerns and other problems are straining the city's resources, mentioning that the FBI is aware of the Dahl woman's case but not actively investigating.
Holly makes detailed preparations, donning gloves and galoshes, to conduct a thorough search for evidence around the auto repair shop where Bonnie Rae's bike was found.
Discovering a gold clip-on earring, Holly suspects it might belong to Bonnie Rae and it could indicate a struggle took place.
Holly prays for guidance in her investigation, asking for help to quit smoking but admits it's not the day to stop.
Continuing her search to the Dairy Whip where kids are skateboarding, she plots her next steps, feeling out of place but determined.
After outfitting herself, Holly checks various locations near the repair shop, keeping an eye out for anything that might indicate where Bonnie Rae could have been taken.
Still tender from the loss of her mother and her mentor Bill, Holly grapples with emotions as she continues her solo investigation.
Journeying into Deerfield Park, Holly discovers a vantage point at Drive-In Rock and considers its potential relevance to Bonnie Rae's disappearance.
Juxtaposed against her deep personal sorrows, Holly's tenacity as an investigator is showcased as she collects evidence and strategizes her investigation.
Meeting Jerome Robinson, a colleague, Holly debates whether to have him lead an inquiry with local boys who may know something about Bonnie Rae.
Dealing with internal challenges and childhood traumas, Holly confronts her anxiety and interviews the boys with Jerome, but they provide little new information.
The boys at the Dairy Whip confirm seeing the girl a while back and offer the perspective of local teenagers on the case of the missing woman.
One boy, pointing out that another girl named Stinky is missing and needs attention, leaves Holly intrigued about this new lead in the community.