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

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

can be quite nasty there. There have been a few tragic cases recently… makes you

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

would I get your number? 7:00 pm,

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two hours. It’s rush hour in Sheysea. I hope

Charles hung up.

throat was dry and sore, and it took her a

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violence at school, she couldn’t let Anne’s adopted daughter go through what she had experienced. Audrey gritted her teeth as she remembered the girl’s

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

every word! I’ve managed to

All we need Is for Audrey to take a sip, and we can capture it on video.

private room swung open. Audrey appeared between the

clock chimed seven times in the

looked up, seemingly surprised to see

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

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

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 longer.

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

forgiveness!” a voice in the room encouraged. “If the hard liquor is too much, surely a few glasses of red

stood at the entrance. Her clear eyes fixed solely on

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

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

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1 had pesticide with me. If I hadn’t saved you, I would have drank it,” she said.

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

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