Romantic Story #78

A man named Tony struggles with his wife Ellen's harsh, critical nature, feeling she doesn't respect him and viewing him as a failure who can never succeed. After a heated argument, Tony spends the next day attempting to prove himself by scoring three touchdowns in a football game, hoping to impress Ellen and demonstrate his worth. However, Ellen remains unimpressed even after his athletic success, continuing to belittle him and remind him of their social obligations. The story suggests Tony's despair at being unable to win his wife's affection or approval regardless of his accomplishments.