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.

mute girl last year. If you don’t

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

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

there. There have been a few tragic

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

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

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rush hour in Sheysea. I hope

Charles hung up.

was dry and sore, and it took her a long time to calm

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at school, she couldn’t let Anne’s adopted daughter go through what she had experienced. Audrey

wrapped her scarf around her neck.

my sister’s every word! I’ve managed to get that special

for Audrey to take a sip, and we can capture it on

door to the private room swung open. Audrey appeared between the

clock chimed seven times

seemingly surprised to see Audrey there.

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

Yeomans here today,” Charles said, casually running his fingers through

a few drinks before. everyone here. It’ll be a way to confirm that you won’t pursue my

my sister or not, my sister was hurt because of her. If you’re pleading for leniency… you should at least have a few drinks as an

hard liquor is too much,

clear eyes fixed solely on

few steps toward the round table in the room, casually removing the

glass from the table, placed it in front of her. She grabbed the liquor decanter closest to her and poured the

visible without the scarf, made the side of her face, jawline, and neck more alarming.

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

that kidnapping, it’s more

Audrey had taken the blade for him, she