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

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

legal expert, aren’t you? You’re always keen on educating others.” He continued with a taunting tone, “Don’t worry, I won’t

isn’t she? Bullying can be quite nasty there. There have been

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

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

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hour in Sheysea.

Charles hung up.

and sore, and it took her a long

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she had experienced. Audrey gritted her teeth

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

hang onto my sister’s every word! I’ve managed to get

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

private room swung open. Audrey appeared between the double

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

seemingly surprised to see Audrey

is the perfect chance to prove your innocence to my sister.

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

divorced, let’s have a few drinks before. everyone here. It’ll be a way to confirm that you won’t

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

encouraged. “If the hard liquor is too much, surely a few glasses of red wine

Her clear eyes fixed solely on Nathan, who sat

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

it in front of her. She grabbed the liquor decanter closest to her and poured the clear liquid into her

visible without the scarf, made the

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had pesticide with me. If I hadn’t saved you, I would have

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

blade for him,