Brian has another chance to sell himself to the flatmates so tries harder to impress them and succeeds in securing the room.
Brian tells his parents of his departure – they know the arrangements are kosher, as they trust him.
Brian meets Tracey for sex – she is very excited by this news.
Brian uses an encounter with a cat to his advantage.
I am trying to contrast the humour of parents with seriousness of his lover and Brian’s sincerity in only telling both what they expect to hear regarding his exodus.
Trying to convey a man-about-the-house is an asset to any household.
Chapter 5: Friday 13th & Saturday 14th March:
Brian is moving out - packs up and says goodbye to parents.
Moves into the flat but there are rules to abide by, which he accepts.
Brian wants to invite Tracey over next weekend if permitted.
Debbie initially was very keen on Brian’s arrival so he should bond with her easier than the others.
Brian hears Marcie’s tragic life-story.
Chapter 6: Sunday 15th March (morning):
Brian realises Debbie has a close bond with Marcie.
Brian lusts after Rachel and is amused by Lynda’s hangover.
Tracey arrives unexpectedly and is immediately jealous of Rachel.
Brian tells Tracey as much as he knows about the girls to allay any fears.
Chapter 7: Sunday 15th March (evening):
Brian learns Marcie’s secret and sees how this affects her.
We learn of how Brian met Tracey and their turbulent past love-lives.
We assume the first six weeks in the flat are largely uneventful.
This is where Chapter 2 (original Chapter 7) should have been.