When Blanche makes her decision whether to accept Mr. Yakamora's offer to buy her house, she receives a surprising call that puts their agreement on hold.

A mystery illness that Dorothy has been suffering from for some time appears to be getting worse, but when she consults several doctors, they all claim there's nothing wrong with her. Meanwhile, Blanche decides to become a romance novelist.

The girls' neighbor, Dr. Harry Weston, recommends Dorothy to a specialist who may be able to diagnose her mystery illness. Meanwhile, Blanche goes on a 72-hour writing binge.