Meeting The One For Me

Chapter 10

Nathan’s brow furrowed as he listened to Charles’s words. His face was a portrait of impatience as he flicked ash from his cigarette.

“It’s only because you plastered her photos all over Sheysea University and threatened my sister to leave discreetly that we can even find my sister now.”

The sparse bamboo shadows swayed with the wind. Strands of hair obscured Audrey’s eyes, masking the emotions swirling in their dark depths.

Audrey gripped her phone, feeling a tightness around her eyes. So, that was why Nathan had posted her photos all over Sheysea University. He had used her to threaten Amelia.

How absurd.

“What exactly are you trying to say?” Nathan asked, his voice laced with irritation.

Charles extinguished his cigarette and leaned in closer to Nathan. “Even though you swore nothing happened that night with Audrey, it’s still a lingering issue for my sister, right? Deep down, you’re not sure either, are you?”

The darkness in Nathan’s eyes deepened Charles‘ words hit a nerve. He asked, “So, what now?”

Charles sneered, “I bet Audrey will call Anne soon, begging for mercy. When she does, you should lure Audrey out, and use whatever drug she used on you, on her. Isn’t Hugo fond of Audrey? This could be a perfect setup for him.

“As long as Hugo confirms Audrey’s innocence, my sister will have nothing to worry about. Even if something did happen between you and Audrey that night, won’t Hugo owe you one once gets what he wants from Audrey?

“By then, even if the divorce was a tactical retreat, Audrey would lose all dignity for being with another man if she approached you again, wouldn’t she? It’s the perfect chance to be rid of her once and for all.”

Charles smiled as he watched Nathan’s expression. He probed, “Nathan, you don’t still have feelings for Audrey, do you?”

“Are you done speaking nonsense?” Nathan spat, tugging at his collar.

“Just listen to me! Look. The last time you followed my plan and posted Audrey’s photos, my sister stayed with you. This time, do as I say, and I guarantee my sister will accept your proposal.”

Nathan’s

with utmost tenderness as he walked towards the hospital building. He spoke into the phone, “Hey, sweetie, you’re awake? I

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no longer had the strength

phone number on her screen, and fucked the phone back into her jacket pocket. She sat on the bench quietly, wrapped in het scarf.

up her

still tucked in her pockets, unclenched slowly. Eventually, she took out her phone again and dialed Nathan’s number.

said coldly in a

Anne. She came to Sheysea because Adam wanted contact details for my maternal grandfather’s family for his wedding gift and house. Anne didn’t know and didn’t want

with you at the airport and got pushed into the crowd, accidentally bumping into Amella. You can verify

mercy for your former foster

accidental. I hope

me was an ‘accident‘, Pushing Amelia down the stairs was an ‘accident‘. Audrey, your ‘accidents‘ seem to occur

Hotel. Explain yourself in person, or I’ll ensure your

faded, Audrey was left feeling lost and

She beg

doubt whether she truly understood Nathan. She even questioned if Nathan’s invitation to meet at the Jacinda Hotel

to her. His kindness and her

pulling her

answered the call. It

Audrey, I talked to my sister. Amelia’s doing fine, so don’t worry too much. As long as she’s okay, I doubt Nathan will be

Hugo asked, “Hello? Audrey?”

said, “Thank you. That’s very

station today … I’m sorry, I didn’t mean

Will you be Anne’s lawyer?” she asked, her voice heavy with exhaustion.

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