It's good to do nice things for love interests.
Barry is dating Tonya and her birthday is tomorrow.
Barry wants to save his money.
Barry spends what he can afford on a nice gift for Tonya and saves the rest.
Barry pretends he forgot Tonya's birthday date and doesn't get her anything.
Tonya loves the gift and is happy and feels closer to Barry.
Tonya feels sad and wonders whether Barry is right for her.