In this story, Feld originally does not want his daughter Miriam to marry Sobel. He believes that the life of a shoemaker is a very difficult one, and he wants Miriam to have better prospects for her future. However, throughout the story, he learns to recognize the importance of respecting her independence and appreciating the importance of love. Towards the end of the story, Feld accepts that Sobel will marry Miriam, even if this might make their lives difficult.