Women at Forty: Just Right for the Stars and the Sea.

Summary

Ye Su confronts Gu Cheng, who reveals his intentions of wanting a son and a traditional family setup, expecting her to stay home and raise children while he enjoys freedom. Disillusioned by his selfishness, Ye Su refuses his proposal, feeling wronged and emotional. She leaves, seeking comfort from her friend Chen Yu, who senses her distress. They go to a bar where Ye Su expresses her desire to drink away her troubles. Chen Yu encourages her to share her feelings, and as she records her conversation with Gu Cheng, he realizes the duality of Gu Cheng's character, empathizing with Ye Su's pain.

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