Emily’s Theory

Emily attributed her tiredness to stress and the strain of Max’s behavior. “Maybe I’m just worn down by all this,” she said, sinking into the couch.

Max instantly jumped up, curling tightly against her. “You’ve been under a lot of pressure,” John acknowledged.

“Stress can definitely wear you out.” Emily nodded in agreement, but couldn’t shake the growing suspicion that Max was reacting to something she hadn’t yet understood.

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