Chapter 75

Natalie set the mug down, covered her mouth, and started dry-heaving. She got up and darted into the washroom. Natalie turned on the tap, letting the water run. She leaned against the sink and kept retching, unable to stop. Her face was flushed, with tears glistening in her eyes. Feeling weak all over, she gripped the edge of the sink just to stay on her feet. "Mrs. Foster! Mrs. Foster, are you okay?" Martha called from the door. "Are you alright? Should I call for a doctor?" Natalie answered weakly, "It's fine… I'm just feeling a little nauseous." "Strange. You've been having the same herbal tonic for the past few days. Why is it making you nauseous today?" Natalie couldn't even answer Martha. She felt awful and could barely stand. Outside, Martha was about to say more when Jeffrey walked toward her. "I'll check on her," he said. "Go clear the dishes in the dining room." Having dismissed Martha, Jeffrey hurried into the bathroom and locked the door. Staring into the mirror,