FACE IN THE CROWD

created by OC,SH’s founder & Erika E, while in college, spring 1995
further written by OC,SH’s founder & now adapted for publication here

LAST TIME:
Synopsis of Month 1, Week 3, Days 1-3 (next 2 days)

TALE CONTINUES

Synopsis of Month 1, Week 3, Day 4-5 (next day)

To get on Richie’s good side, Erika visits Richie to comfort him about Julia storming off after the argument between Richie & Julia. During the relatively intense conversation between Erika & Richie, they become close &, after some seductive moves by Erika, end up sleeping together. After they make love, Richie gets up to shower.

Michelle visits Tammy, bringing her a “welcome to Manchester” pie. Though she is surprised by the visit, Tammy cordially invites Michelle to stay for a bit. Over pie & a cup of coffee, Michelle talks about how happy she & Matthew are together. She tells Tammy she & Matthew are getting married in about a year. When Tammy asks why they’re waiting “so long”, Michelle explains they want to take it slow & make sure they are right for each other.

Jenna & Alicia bump into each other in downtown Manchester. The few moments are awkward, partly because Jenna is still rattled by Alicia, even though she can’t quite put her finger on it & Michelle has already said Jenna’s concerns are unfounded. Alicia takes advantage of the entire situation & says some outrageous things to rattle Jenna more.

Just after Richie gets into the shower, Julia stop by & Erika (wearing a bathrobe) answers the door. Erika & Julia argue-catfight about Richie. Julia once again storms off, this time just before Richie is finished showering. When he comes out of the bathroom, Richie asks Erika if anyone was there; she says no … & they end up making love again.

After Michelle leaves, Tammy looks at the remainder of the pie & exclaims to herself: “We’ll see how right you & Matthew are for each other….” Tammy sets the pie down & calls Matthew; she tells him she really needs to speak with him.

These 2 days also include minor scenes involving Virginia & Desmond, Steve & Jackie, & Carl & Christine.

NEXT TIME:
Synopsis continues, starting Month 1, Week 4, Day 1