Sergei considers the goldfish to be his friend. From the statement, it
is shown that Sergei has trust issues with other beings (May it be a human or
animal). He may have a dreadful experience in the past that prevents him from
befriending others. And he made an exception with the goldfish because he found
out that the goldfish will not leave him even if he is troubled.
another name can be the 'Introduction'
In this poem the repetition of 'and' is used to add emphasis using the figurative language juxta position, to show the significance of the event.
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