Scene 5 - Gallimand narrates how over the years he and Song (whom he calls Butterfly) settle into a routine that included sexual activity. As he reveals how grateful he is to have someone in his life who actually listens, Helga interrupts. Song watches as Helga and Gallimand argue over whether they should have a child. Their conversation reveals that Helga has been trying to get pregnant for some time, but with no success. They argue over whether Gallimand should see a doctor for some tests. The argument leads Gallimand to take refuge in conversation with Song about whether having a child is a Western ideal, similar to that of how Oriental women behave and believe, that Gallimand should change. Song offers to have Gallimand's child, urging him to.....
