A connection grows between Connell and Marianne, but they are determined to conceal it.

Connell and Marianne's relationship continues in secret, and they sleep together for the first time.

Connell becomes anxious when his friends tease him about Marianne.

At a party, Connell comes face to face with an unexpected guest.

Connell and Marianne start socializing as friends in Dublin; she makes a drunken pass at him.

Connell and Marianne are back together; he is reluctant to show her affection in front of friends.