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.

14–year–old mute girl last year. If you

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

you’re 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

There have been a few tragic cases recently… makes you think, doesn’t it?” Charles

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

number? 7:00 pm, Jacinda Hotel.

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

Charles hung up.

took her a long time to calm her

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daughter go through what she had experienced. Audrey gritted her teeth as she remembered the girl’s bright smile.

wrapped her scarf around her neck. She grabbed her phone and belongings, then left

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

a sip, and we can capture it on video. It’ll be solid proof of your innocence for

door to the private room swung open.

clock chimed seven times in

surprised to

time!” Charles nudged Nathan with his elbow. He lowered his voice, Nathan, this is the perfect chance to prove your innocence to

casually running his fingers

everyone here. It’ll be a way

sister was hurt because of her. If you’re pleading for leniency… you should at least have a

the hard liquor is too much, surely a

solely on Nathan, who

casually removing the

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.

made the

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I was 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 to

that kidnapping, it’s more like

had taken the blade for