Simon and Mary are deeply in love. He patiently waits for her to come home from work, often spending hours at the window. She keeps a close eye on his health and diet. Their tastes in literature align perfectly, and they enjoy long evenings together, immersed in books. However, their idyllic life is disrupted by a character named Vergenius, who offers tickets to a musical and speaks in French. Simon believes that he is in charge of his happiness and is unwilling to share his queen's attention. In the name of love, he is ready to make any sacrifice. But does Mary truly desire such sacrifices from the cat?
This is a short story in English for anyone studying the language and expanding their vocabulary.