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 you don’t show up… I’ll have to involve her,” Charles

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

others.” He continued with a taunting tone, “Don’t worry,

in middle school, isn’t she? Bullying can be quite nasty there. There have been a few

remained composed, though her hand trembled as she gripped the phone. She asked,

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

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rush hour in Sheysea.

Charles hung up.

dry and sore, and it took her a long

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

on and wrapped her scarf around 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

Audrey to take a sip, and we can

to the private room swung open. Audrey

grandfather clock chimed seven times in the lavishly decorated, vintage–style

surprised to see Audrey there.

with his elbow. He lowered his voice, Nathan, this is the perfect chance

Yeomans here today,” Charles said, casually running his fingers through his messy hair. He stood

few drinks before. everyone here. It’ll be a way to confirm that you won’t pursue my

sister or not, my sister was hurt because of her. If you’re pleading

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

clear eyes fixed solely on Nathan, who sat in a relaxed posture.

the round table in the room, casually removing

a tall crystal glass from the table, placed it in front of her. She grabbed the liquor decanter closest to her and poured the clear liquid into her glass.

pale skin, now visible without the scarf, made

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

saying I saved you from that kidnapping, it’s more

Audrey had taken the blade for him, she didn’t