Not only did O.

Henry demonstrate the theme through the events of the

story, but also through the traits demonstrated by the characters. The characters,
Jim and Della, exhibit many traits, one of the biggest traits for Della is she is
caring. Della showed Jim daily that she cared about him because she had a hot
meal waiting for him on the table when he arrived home from a long day of work.
This allowed Jim to come home and relax.