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.

adopted a 14–year–old mute girl last year. If you don’t show up… I’ll have to involve

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

you? You’re always keen on educating others.” He continued with a taunting tone, “Don’t worry, I won’t lay a

nasty there. There have been a few tragic cases recently… makes

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

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

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

Charles hung up.

and it took her a long time to calm

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daughter go through what she had experienced. Audrey gritted her

her neck. She grabbed her phone and belongings, then left for

every word! I’ve managed

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

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

seven times

up, seemingly surprised to

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

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

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

not, my sister was hurt because

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

clear eyes fixed solely on Nathan, who sat in

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

table, placed it in front of her. She grabbed the

without the scarf, made the side

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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 to fill her glass.

I saved you from that

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