Change the narrative style by using direct speeches.

A cat hearing that a hen was laid up sick in her nest, paid her a visit of condolence and said, "How are you, my dear? What can I do for you? Only tell mE- Is there anything in the world that I can bring for you?” "Thank you," said the hen. "Do you be good enough to leave me, and I have no fear but I shall soon be well." 

A cat hearing that a hen was laid up sick in her nest, paid a visit of condolence and affectionately asked her how she was and what he could do for her. He also requested her to only tell him if there was anything in the world that he could bring for her. At this, the hen thanked the cat and requested him to be good enough to leave her. She also added that she had no fear but she would soon be well.