Log #8

pages read: 45-50

characters introduced: three boarders

three important events:
The new cleaning lady had taken to calling Gregor names like "dung beetle" and the sort. Meanwhile, the family has taken in three boarders who are oppressive and demanding. Because of this, it became necessary to move a lot of the excess furniture into Gregor's room, in order to make room for the boarders. Gregor has not been eating his meals.

One night, the boarders heard Grete playing violin in the kitchen. They were impressed, and invited her to give them a concert. Gregor heard her play, and was deeply moved. In a dazed state, he came out into the parlour, and was spotted by the boarders.

Upon seeing Gregor, they declared that they would leave the next day. The family had not told them about Gregor. They also said that they would not be paying the due rent.

prediction: The family's situation is getting worse. They might take it out on Gregor, because it was his fault that the boarders left.