Another love traingle. Newland Archer caught between his love for innocent May and charming Countess Olenska. The eternal struggle between succumbing to society's norms and choosing hearts desire.
If Countess Olenska, went with the divorce that Newland adviced against, she would be free to pursue her desire. But she follows his advice.
Is May really that innocent? Initially she wanted a long engagement but why was there a sudden change in heart. She did know how to keep him from pursuing after his love.