Maxim Salyutov, a young man worthy of all praise, at the peak of his career, falls in love with Lelya – a girl from a different social circle. Maxim gathers his courage, overcomes his shyness, and, without any hope, confesses his feelings to Lelya. Hurrah! She reciprocates his feelings. The bride agrees, the groom agrees. It seems that happiness is near. But not so fast!

What happens to a man in forties? Revelations, breakups, approaching oldness and endless crave for life.