Ep 12. La Douleur Exquise!

In Sex And The City season 2 episode 12, titled "La Douleur Exquise!", the audience sees the four women going through ups and downs in their relationships.

Carrie, who has been with Aidan for a while, is bothered by the fact that he still has his ex-wife's furniture in their apartment. She tries to be understanding, but realizes that it's affecting her more than she thought. Meanwhile, Miranda, who is still with Steve, is hesitant about introducing him to her mother. She thinks he may not be good enough for her and is worried about what her mother will think.

On the other hand, Samantha is struggling with her long-distance relationship with James. She is constantly worrying about where their relationship stands and whether he is seeing other people while he is away. Charlotte, who is still with Trey, is dealing with the fact that they can't seem to conceive a child. She is worried about her fertility and feels insecure about not being able to provide him with children.

Throughout the episode, the women lean on each other for support as they navigate their romantic troubles. They meet up at various New York City hotspots, including the Four Seasons Hotel and the famous restaurant, Balthazar. They have conversations about their insecurities, their past relationships, and their future desires.

As the episode progresses, Carrie begins to feel more and more uneasy about the furniture situation with Aidan. She realizes that his ex-wife's presence in their apartment is more than just a physical one, and that it represents a lingering emotional connection. She confronts Aidan about it, and they have a heart-to-heart conversation about their past relationships and what they mean for their future together.

Miranda, after some encouragement from her friends, finally introduces Steve to her mother. Although there are some awkward moments, the meeting goes smoothly and Steve impresses her mother with his kind nature and sense of humor. Samantha, still feeling insecure about her relationship with James, decides to surprise him in Los Angeles. The visit is filled with romance and passion, but she still can't shake the feeling of uncertainty about their future.

Charlotte, who has been struggling the most with her fertility issues, decides to get tested to see if there are any medical reasons why she can't conceive. The test results come back and reveal that there may be an issue with Trey's fertility, rather than Charlotte's. This news is both a relief and a blow for Charlotte, as it opens up the possibility that they may never be able to have children together.

As the episode comes to a close, the women come together once again for a dinner at Balthazar. They reflect on the week's events and how their relationships are progressing. While there are still uncertainties and struggles, they realize that they have each other to lean on and support them through it all. The episode ends with the four women walking through the streets of New York together, enjoying each other's company and the city they call home.