Fowler is to tired to do anything but smoke opium. Coming home at Saigon, the lonely Fowler meets Pyle in his apartment. There is a letter from Fowlers employer telling he may stay another year in Saigon. Fowler and Pyle remain Friends and discuss the war. Fowler warns Pyle not to trust general Th.
Fowler looks for a new flat.
After visiting one he observes a cruel plastic bombing accident in the street. Later Pyle explains that it was meant to upset a parade with officers. The parade appeared to be cancelled, innocent civilians have now been killed. Phuong had been warned by Pyle to stay out of the region, she hasn't been hurt. Analysis of the dirt on Pyle's dog's feet has made clear Pyle has visited Fowler short before his death.