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.

try. Anne adopted a 14–year–old mute girl last year. If you don’t show up… I’ll have to

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

aren’t you? You’re always keen on educating others.” He continued with a taunting tone, “Don’t worry, I won’t lay a finger on the girl myself.

she? Bullying can be quite nasty there. There have been a few tragic cases recently… makes you think,

composed, though her hand trembled as she gripped the phone. She asked, “Did Nathan ask you

would I get your number? 7:00 pm, Jacinda

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rush hour in

Charles hung up.

and it took her a long time to calm her breathing

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let Anne’s adopted daughter go through what she had experienced. Audrey gritted her teeth as she remembered the girl’s bright smile.

quickly slipped her jacket on and wrapped her scarf around her neck. She grabbed her

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

to take a sip, and we can capture it on video. It’ll be solid proof of your innocence for my sister..

room swung open. Audrey appeared between

chimed seven times

seemingly surprised to

is the perfect chance to prove your innocence

Charles said, casually running his fingers through his messy hair. He stood up and smiled at

now divorced, let’s have a few drinks before. everyone here. It’ll be a way to confirm that you won’t pursue my brother–in–law any

Nathan and continued, “Regardless of whether Anne intentionally pushed my sister or not, my sister was hurt because of her. If you’re pleading for

the hard liquor is too much, surely a few glasses of red wine wouldn’t be too

Her clear eyes fixed solely

a few steps toward the round table in the room, casually removing the scarf that half- covered

tall crystal glass from the table, placed it in front of her. She grabbed the liquor

visible without the scarf, made the side of her face, jawline, and

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pesticide with me. If I hadn’t saved you, I would have drank it,” she said. She lifted the second decanter and continued

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

had taken the blade for