Sex and the City

The girls discuss the possibility of hidden affairs, weighing the risks and emotions involved. At the same time, Carrie interprets Big’s absence from a promotional event as a sign that he is embarrassed by her, leading her to doubt his feelings.

Secret Sex is a television programme presented in an episode format. It falls under the genre of a single‑episode installment, offering a self‑contained story rather than an ongoing series. The title hints at themes of intimacy that are explored within the confines of this particular broadcast. In this episode the female characters spend time reflecting on the nature of covert romances. Their conversation turns to the hidden aspects of love and the reasons people might keep relationships under wraps. Meanwhile, Carrie finds herself questioning Big’s behaviour after he fails to appear with her at a scheduled promotional event. Carrie interprets Big’s absence as a sign that he may feel embarrassed about being associated with her. She suspects that his decision to stand her up stems from a sense of shame rather than a simple scheduling conflict. This suspicion colours her view of their interaction and adds tension to the unfolding scenario. The episode juxtaposes the girls’ speculative musings about secret relationships with Carrie’s personal doubt about Big’s motives. By linking the broader discussion of hidden affairs to a concrete incident—Big’s no‑show at the promotional function—the narrative creates a focused look at how secrecy and perceived embarrassment can influence personal dynamics.