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.

You can 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.

keen on educating others.” He continued with a taunting tone, “Don’t worry, I won’t lay a finger on the girl

be quite nasty there. There have been a few tragic cases recently… makes you think, doesn’t it?” Charles spoke

as she gripped the phone. She asked, “Did Nathan

7:00 pm, Jacinda Hotel. Room

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less than two hours. It’s rush hour in Sheysea. I hope you make

Charles hung up.

dry and sore, and it took her a

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adopted daughter go through what she had experienced.

her neck. She grabbed

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

after. All we need Is for Audrey to take a sip, and we can capture

room swung open. Audrey appeared between the

seven times in the lavishly decorated, vintage–style

looked up, seemingly surprised to see Audrey

lowered his voice, Nathan, this is the perfect chance to prove your innocence to my sister. Don’t waste the work I did

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

brother–in–law are now divorced, let’s have a few drinks before. everyone here. It’ll be a way to confirm that you

intentionally pushed my sister or not, my sister was hurt because of her. If you’re pleading for leniency… you should at least

when asking for forgiveness!” a voice in the room encouraged. “If the hard

solely on Nathan, who sat in a

took a few steps toward the round table in the room, casually removing the scarf that half- covered her face and draping

up 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.

Audrey’s pale skin, now visible without the scarf, made the side of her

Chapter 12

I hadn’t saved you, I would have

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

the blade for him, she didn’t want to live.