Meeting The One For Me

Chapter 12

“Nathan, since we’ve finalized our divorce, it would be best if we avoid meeting or getting involved further. This is essential for Ms. Doyle’s sense of security,” Audrey conveyed to Nathan, still

harboring a slight hope for his decency.

In a gentle tone, she added, “This is what’s best for all of us. You, me, and Ms. Doyle.”

Nathan hung up without a word.

Audrey put down her phone. She felt a vold Inside her. She hoped Anne’s situation would come to a

close

Relaxing slightly, Audrey ate something and called Hugo to ask if he could pick Anne up.

“Audrey, there seems to be some trouble. I don’t know what the man who pushed Anne has told the police, but I’m working on it. Don’t worry.” Hugo’s voice was heavy with concern.

Audrey’s grip tightened on her cup. “Okay, thank you for your help.”

When the call ended, her phone vibrated again.

Audrey answered quickly, “Hello…”

“Audrey?” The voice was vaguely familiar.

She responded, “Yes, it’s me.”

“Tonight at seven, Jacinda Hotel. If you don’t show up, be prepared for Anne to face serious jail time!”

It was Charles, Amelia’s cousin.

Audrey gripped her phone tightly, recalling Hugo’s words about the troubling situation.

“In a society governed by law, evidence matters. The airport video clearly proves Aunt Anne’s innocence. Nobody can twist the truth to frame her.

Anne adopted a 14–year–old mute girl last year. If

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

always keen on educating others.” He continued with a taunting tone, “Don’t worry, I won’t lay a finger on the girl myself. No evidence,

she? Bullying can be quite nasty there. There have been a few

surging within her, Audrey remained composed, though her hand trembled as she gripped the phone. She asked, “Did Nathan ask you to make this

get your number? 7:00 pm, Jacinda Hotel. Room 3020, Cloudsca Pavilion. You

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two hours. It’s rush hour in Sheysea. I hope you make it in time.”

Charles hung up.

dry and sore, and it took her a long time to

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adopted daughter go through what she had experienced. Audrey gritted her

her neck. She grabbed her phone and belongings, then left for the Jacinda Hotel.

you shouldn’t hang onto my sister’s every word! I’ve managed

Is for Audrey to take a sip, and we can capture it on video. It’ll be

to the private room swung open. Audrey appeared between the double

seven times in

up, seemingly surprised to see

this is the perfect chance to prove your innocence to my sister. Don’t waste the work I did to get this drug for

we’ve invited Ms. Yeomans here today,” Charles said, casually running his fingers through his messy hair. He stood

now divorced, let’s have a few drinks before. everyone here. It’ll be a way to confirm

was hurt because of her. If you’re pleading for leniency… you should at least have a few

the hard liquor is

Her clear eyes fixed solely on Nathan,

toward the round table in the room, casually removing the scarf that half- covered her face and draping it

glass from the table, placed it in front of her. She grabbed the liquor decanter closest to her and

visible without the scarf, made the side of

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was 12, 1 had pesticide with me. If I hadn’t saved you, I would have drank it,” she said. She lifted the

that kidnapping, it’s more like you saved me.”

the time, when Audrey had taken the blade for him, she didn’t want to