The story you provided centers around a couple struggling with their relationship. The husband, Bill, views marriage primarily as a series of obligations rather than a partnership based on love. He criticizes his wife for not fulfilling her "duties" to look attractive for him at all times, implying that love is secondary in their relationship.

The wife, in response, plays along with his attitude, demanding expensive gifts and a fancy dinner to see how far he’ll go. When Bill is unable to pay for the gifts, he grows frustrated, leading to a confrontation. Afterward, they both seem to have a revelation about the true meaning of marriage. Bill finally realizes that love, not obligation, should be the foundation of their relationship.