In the narrative, the protagonist grapples with a profound sense of inadequacy and jealousy as he envisions intimate scenarios involving his wife and another man, a bureaucrat. This vivid imagination leads to scenes that are both painful and unsettling, revealing his insecurities and feelings of impotence in their relationship.

The protagonist's fixation is marked by the settings he chooses: domestic and personal spaces that highlight his emotional turmoil. He is haunted by the thought of his wife experiencing pleasures with someone else, something he feels incapable of providing. This inner conflict illustrates not only his love but also his fragility, presenting a complex portrait of desire and despair.