"We should go see a doctor," Max said, worry etched on his face. "This isn't normal, and it could be serious."

"No, I'm fine," Carmela said, her voice stubborn. "I just need to be alone for a while. Please, just leave me alone."

Max hesitated, but he could hear the pleading in her voice. He turned and left the bathroom, closing the door behind him. He went back to the living room and sat on the couch, feeling helpless.

As Max sat on the couch, a thought crossed his mind. What if Carmela was ...