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.

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

in middle school, isn’t she? Bullying can be quite nasty there. There have been a few tragic cases recently… makes you think,

within her, Audrey remained composed, though her hand trembled as she gripped the phone.

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

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

Charles hung up.

was dry and sore, and it took her a

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daughter go through what she had experienced. Audrey gritted

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

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

after. All 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

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

surprised to see

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

running his

my brother–in–law are now divorced, let’s have a few drinks before. everyone here. It’ll be a

“Regardless of whether Anne intentionally pushed my sister or not, my sister was hurt because of her. If you’re

hard liquor is

the entrance. Her clear eyes fixed solely on Nathan,

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

her. She grabbed the liquor decanter

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

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12, 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

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

Audrey had taken the blade for him, she