The Indulgence of Negu Mah

The Indulgence of Negu Mah is a science fiction short story by Robert Arthur, written in the early 20th century. Set in a futuristic universe, it follows Negu Mah, a wealthy uranium merchant from Callisto, as he grapples with his wife's infidelity and her desire to escape with another man. The narrative explores themes of love, betrayal, and the moral consequences of choices made in the pursuit of freedom, culminating in a dramatic twist that seals the fate of the characters as they embark on a journey toward Proxima Centauri. This story raises profound questions about desire and personal responsibility.