Gift of Magi
DATE: 24.11.2025 Jim: A young man, deeply in love with his wife, Della. Della: A young woman, equally in love with Jim, who wants to give him a gift for Christmas. Setting: A small, modest apartment. It's Christmas Eve. There’s a simple Christmas tree in the corner, dimly lit by a few candles. (Della is sitting on the floor, her hair hanging loose around her shoulders, counting the money she has saved. Jim enters quietly, wearing his overcoat.) Jim: (surprised) Della, it’s late. What are you doing up? Della: (sighing, a bit nervous) I... I’ve been thinking. Christmas is tomorrow, and I still haven’t gotten you a gift. I want to give you something special. Jim: (smiling, sits beside her) you’re all the gift I need, Della. You don’t have to— Della: (interrupting quickly) No. I want to get you something. Something you’ll love. You’ve given me so much. I... (pauses) I know you’ve been working so hard, and I k...