The scene opens with a discussion between the director and the young ladies of the production. The young ladies are discussing the fact that the director has changed the heroine of the film from "xiange" to a "supporting role" . The director tells the ladies that the contract stipulates that the heroine will be "the heroine" for now, but that he will not accept the role for certain reasons. He adds that the company has invested heavily in the project, and that they will have to compensate the director for the loss of money.