original_post:_7/27/2001_______________ Max gets a little upset here, and while his reaction is a little extreme, it comes from a place of concern. He's got a good thing going with Alli, and feels rejected by her taking this offer without at least talking about it with him. At the same time, Alli has to do what's right for her, but she's torn by leaving Max and possibly losing him. I've had arguments like this, and they usually last for hours, shouting about the merits and downsides of staying together or moving apart and it's terribly heartbreaking each time. I don't recommend it if you can help it.