As the episode of "Dying for Sex" unfolds, Sonya (portrayed by Esco Jouley) warmly embraces Molly Kochan (Michelle Williams) into their fold. Molly eagerly seeks wisdom from the group on the intricacies of dating and sex. Following the session, a fellow member shares a poignant insight—that happiness often resides in those battling the early stages of cancer. Intrigued, Molly continues to attend the group meetings, where she listens intently to Ann-Marie (Cindy Cheung) expound on the power of a positive mindset in combating cancer. Despite this, her thoughts frequently wander back to sex.
After the meeting adjourns, Molly confidently declares to Nikki Boyer (Jenny Slate) her intention to embrace light, joy, and positivity in her life. Nikki, however, reveals that Molly has been less than truthful with the cancer support group. Molly defends herself, arguing that she simply omitted certain details. Meanwhile, Mattias sends Nikki a reminder about her looming rehearsal. Nikki, curious, inquiries about Molly's sex life with Steve, wondering if she'd ever experienced an orgasm in their decade-long relationship. Molly admits that while it sometimes felt close, it never materialized.
As Molly prepares to visit the doctor, Nikki notices an oddity in her gait and promptly informs Dr. Pankowitz (David Rasche). She recounts other symptoms Molly has been experiencing. Sonya reassures them that vaginal dryness is a common side effect and offers an array of lubricants to alleviate the discomfort. Dr. Pankowitz announces a shift to a more aggressive treatment plan. Sonya cautions that the medication cocktail could alter Molly's mood, intensifying her emotions.
Later, Molly invites a man to her home, her mind inexplicably drawn to her neighbor and his taco. Despite her attempts to voice her concerns, the neighbor remains oblivious. Molly retreats to her room, engaging in passionate kissing with her date. Amidst their intimate encounter, Noah (Kelvin Yu) engages Nikki in conversation. Nikki apologizes for their lack of intimacy, confessing that she feels perpetually steeped in the scent of the hospital. Noah expresses concern, but Nikki's mind is set on sexual fulfillment. Interrupted by a call with Molly's insurance company, Nikki leaves Noah to continue in the bathroom while she handles the call.
Meanwhile, Molly finds herself struggling to please her youthful date, who gripes about her lack of direction. Frustrated, Molly asks him to leave. In solitude, she turns to self-pleasure, imagining her neighbor doing the same. Later, Molly confesses to Nikki that the encounter was a mistake, revealing that her neighbor intended for her to hear his actions. Molly repeats that it was a mistake, taking her medication and returning to the therapy group.
During a routine chore—taking out the trash—Molly encounters her neighbor again. She scolds him for leaving a mess, accusing him of expecting others to clean up after him. She harshly labels him disgusting. Back in their respective rooms, they engage in masturbation through the shared wall, prompting Molly to angrily demand that he cease.
Nikki offers Mattias a heartfelt apology for her absence, her voice tinged with desperation as she implores him not to terminate her employment. Meanwhile, during her subsequent therapy session, Molly experiences a surreal reaction to the medication. The term "cancer journey" strikes her as absurdly乐观, evoking bursts of laughter. She confesses that her cancer, once vanished for two years, has returned with a vengeance, categorized as stage four. Embarrassed, she admits omitting this crucial detail solely to gain acceptance into their supportive circle, only to be asked to leave in the wake of her revelation.
Returning home in a tumult of emotions, Molly takes out her frustration on her neighbor. In an unexpected twist, she propositions him, inquiring whether she might observe his masturbation. Granting her unusual request, he invites her into his apartment, where she directs his actions with a mix of curiosity and boldness. Amidst her guidance, he playfully asks her to signal with a kick when the moment arrives. However, the gesture goes awry, resulting in an accidental and painful strike to his groin, which inadvertently injures Molly herself. Rushed to the hospital for immediate care, Molly finds herself accompanied by Nikki, who becomes the target of her emotional distress. Molly's pleas for assistance grow more urgent, prompting Nikki to search for a seasoned physician. Sonya enters the scene, her presence a soothing balm to Nikki's frazzled nerves.
Later, Molly receives grim news: a femur fracture, potentially exacerbated by the cancer's spread to her hip. Surgery is scheduled to insert a rod for stabilization. Overwhelmed by self-blame, Molly laments her inherently negative disposition and her inability to achieve orgasm through conventional sexual intimacy. Sonya challenges the notion of normalcy, prompting Molly to unburden herself about the incident with her neighbor. Nikki views this revelation as a sign of Molly's self-discovery. Sonya, ever wise, elucidates that sexuality transcends penetration and orgasms, emphasizing its multifaceted nature.
