In the story, a famous Hollywood star becomes obsessed with maintaining her youthful appearance. She discovers a secretive market where she can purchase youth from young, innocent women. As she indulges in this dark trade, she initially enjoys the benefits of her newfound beauty and attention. However, the consequences of her actions begin to weigh heavily on her conscience. She eventually realizes that true beauty comes from within and that her obsession with youth is damaging not only to herself but also to the young women involved. The story explores themes of vanity, self-acceptance, and the moral implications of superficiality in the entertainment industry.