The old lady next door has disappeared. Who in this house is set to join her? Jack points the brickwork high on a scaffolding tower, keeping a wary eye on Mike, a half stoned musician. But Mike wants to use Jack as a babysitter so he can concentrate on the cleaner, while his wife Jean is out earning the money to keep him. When Jean returns early there is an almighty row, with Jack drawn in as she turns to him for solace.