An afternoon newspaper reporter's tape recorder picks up sensitive information while he is working on a story about so-called yuppie culture. The picture shows the symbols of yuppie life, from muscle boats and convertibles to Mobira Cityman 900 mobile phones. However, a murder within the inner circle brings the superficial world of money and sex to a halt.

Minister Korkolainen happens to bump into his ex-girlfriend from years ago. They end up spending the night together, discussing the past and politics.