Lawrence prepares for the big step of moving in with Molly and supporting them both while she studies to become paramedic. But things go wrong before he has even got his foot in the door.

Lawrence struggles with the twin pressures of cohabitation and hiding his unemployment from Molly. Meanwhile, Adam pursues Tara's flat-mate, Ruth.

Lawrence starts work at his new job in Nutcracker Finance and finds it extremely trying. Adam makes progress with Ruth but not in the way he would like.

Lawrence discovers that his colleagues have an interest in quizzes and tries to resist the temptation to join them. Aisling brings home a new boyfriend, causing yet more tension at home.

Lawrence's deceptions catch up with him at last. Molly and Adam attend the same party and both come away miserable.

Lawrence is at a low ebb and thinks that things can't get any worse - but he's wrong. Molly and Adam both have tough decisions to make.