Nora Ephron reflects on the aftermath of writing her book, Heartburn, particularly regarding her ex-husband's reaction. She reveals that everyone asks whether he was angry about her decision to write the book, to which she admits he was indeed mad, and still is. It intrigues her that after cheating on her, he managed to act as if he was the victim simply because she chose to share her story.

Ephron points out the irony in the situation, noting that she had always been a writer and had previously written about their lives together. She questions what he expected from her, suggesting that it would be unreasonable to expect her to remain silent about her experiences. Her frustration illustrates the complexity of their relationship and the societal norms that often allow the wronged party to feel justified in their anger.