"It's that obvious?" he says with a gentle smile. But of course it is. It's been on Doc's mind nearly every minute since he arrived, and after those news reports...

He unconsciously reaches down to tap one of his many watches. "You know him. Marty McFly...he's my partner, my co-conspirator, my best friend. He's just barely remembered who I am, and I promised I'd get him out, but it's looking to be more difficult than ever."