Paul couldn’t see her since he was relaxing and reading on the recliner, but he heard movement coming from Charlette’s room.  Seconds later, the bathroom door closed with urgency.  It sounded as if she was throwing up again.<br/><br/>Magazine kept open, he placed the hockey periodical on the nearby table.  Paul adjusted the chair out of its reclined position and moved so he had a clear view of the hallway.  He patiently waited for Charlette to emerge from the bathroom.