Months later, Max returned after finding the cure. It hadn't been easy to get it either. It had cost her over twenty thousand dollars, which she had managed to get through casinos and small but well-paid jobs such as beating up people. It was amazing how much some people were willing to pay to get someone else's head kicked in.

She knocked on Original Cindy's door, but there was nobody in, so Max headed over to Jam Pony.

Normal looked her up and down. 'Well, if it isn't the prodigal daughter. I'm not giving you your job back if that's what you're after. It may be news to you but we don't hire people that don't bother coming in.'

Max raised her eyebrows. 'Have you ever heard of maternity leave?'

Normal was stunned, but called after her 'Hey, who's the father? Someone I know?'

Max found Original Cindy sitting down.

'Boo! Long time no see!' Cindy shrieked, grabbing Max into a warm hug.

'I found a cure!' Max said excitedly.

Original Cindy said 'Why ain't you over at Rollerboy's house now?' She wanted to know.

'I haven't seen him since Asha died. I can't face him.'

'You gotta face him sooner or later Boo. It's gonna get harder the longer you leave it.'

'Yeah, I know.' Max said. 'I'll see him tonight. So? What's been goin' on with you?'

Original Cindy replied 'Normal's a pain in the ass as usual.' as they watched him trying to get someone to take a package.

Max laughed. 'So what's new.'

Suddenly Normal shouted out 'Hot run to Foggle Towers!' Original Cindy nudged her friend.

'Here's your chance! What are you waiting for?'

Max jumped up. It was now or never.