Barney: Yeah, I was trying to think what's the quickest way to get rid of a girl you just met? But I understand. I invite her to our party next Friday. PARTY TRIFECTA!" Ted engages into a conversation) Ted's being supported by Lily and Marshall.) Ted: Hey, don't you have a paper to write? Ted: I'm in love with her. Ted: Or "Casual"? That had absolutely nothing to do with Robin.
Plan: A: his situation; Q: What does Ted try to repair with Robin? A: a "casual" relationship; Q: What type of relationship does Ted pursue with Robin? A: a series; Q: How many parties does Ted invite Robin to? A: an important 25-page law paper; Q: What is Marshall trying to write? A: Lily's post-engagement desire; Q: What is the second thing that distracts Marshall from writing his law paper? A: Barney; Q: Who tries to end a relationship he unknowingly started? Summary: In an attempt to repair his situation with Robin, Ted instead pursues a "casual" relationship with her by inviting her to a series of parties. Marshall tries to write an important 25-page law paper, but Ted's parties and Lily's post-engagement desire distracts him. Meanwhile, Barney tries to end a relationship he unknowingly started.