Meeting The One For Me

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“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.

last year. If you don’t show up… I’ll have to involve her,”

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

quite the legal expert, 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. No evidence,

be quite nasty there. There have been a few tragic cases

composed, though her hand trembled as she gripped the

7:00 pm, Jacinda Hotel. Room 3020,

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rush hour in Sheysea. I

Charles hung up.

was dry and sore, and it took

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couldn’t let Anne’s adopted daughter go through what she

slipped her jacket on and wrapped her scarf around her neck. She grabbed her phone and belongings,

every word!

need 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

seven times in the

seemingly surprised to see

Ms. Yeomans, right on time!” Charles nudged Nathan with his elbow. He lowered his voice, Nathan, this is the perfect chance to prove your innocence to my sister. Don’t waste the work I did to get this

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

everyone here. It’ll be a way to confirm that you won’t pursue my brother–in–law any longer. It’s a

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

needed when asking for forgiveness!” a voice in the room encouraged. “If the hard liquor is too much, surely a

entrance. Her clear eyes fixed solely on Nathan, who sat in

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

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

Audrey’s pale skin, now visible without the scarf, made the side of her face, jawline, and neck more

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

you from that

taken the blade for him,