The lives of a young couple intertwine with a much older man, as he reflects back on a past love.

Young Ira: I just want you to be happy, even if that 'happy' doesn't include me anymore.
Ira Levinson: Love requires sacrifice, always.
Ira Levinson: She had a great eye for talent, but I only had eyes for her.
Young Ruth: I don't know what the future holds but I know there is no future without you.
Young Ruth: You know sometimes I think what right do I have to be happy when there's so much suffering in the world.
Young Ira: I guess you could say what right do you have to be unhappy.