The story follows a humorous yet touching situation involving a homeless man who is unexpectedly asked to marry a wealthy young woman named Charlotte. Her mother, desperate to see her daughter married before she dies, proposes this unusual arrangement. Initially, the homeless man refuses, shocked by the bizarre situation. Charlotte's mother locks him in, determined to have the wedding by morning. The man tries to escape, but Charlotte chases him down, revealing her condition and imploring him to fulfill her dying wish.

However, over the course of their interactions, it becomes clear that Charlotte is not as close to death as her mother claims. Her vivacity, appetite for life, and infectious energy, symbolized by her enthusiastic consumption of a hot dog, convince the homeless man that she is far from dying. Despite their differences, a bond begins to form between them, sparked by an unexpected attraction and a shared sense of being written off by society.

As the wedding approaches, Charlotte's internal struggle comes to light. She questions whether she truly wants to go through with the marriage or continue living under her mother’s stifling love. The homeless man encourages her to make her own choice and live her life to the fullest.

In the end, Charlotte makes the bold decision to marry the homeless man, not out of obligation, but because she wants to embrace life on her own terms. The story concludes with a powerful message: love and life can bloom even in the darkest times, overcoming fear, doubt, and death.