Chapter 88: Alarming Symptom

Two weeks later, things calmed down a bit after the incident with Matthew’s mother. For some reason, Martha called him the day after his visit to Edward’s home office and told him that he could take his time with the painting and that there was no rush.

“You’re going on a week-long vacation with Allison, aren’t you?” Martha told him over the phone. “You should go ahead and enjoy your time. I think the two of you need a break from here.”

“…Okay.” Matthew hesitated for a moment. “Mom?”

“Yes?”

“Take care of your health.”

The phone call turned a little awkward at the end, but he felt like a weight had been lifted off his shoulders.

The reason his mother rarely blew up or got very angry was because she had a weak immune system. She had nervous habits that intensified whenever she was angry, such as drinking too much alcohol, not sleeping for several nights, and even refusing to eat.

She was easily overwhelmed by her emotions, but she often tried to appear strong and calm on the outside. Sh