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.

If

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

with a taunting tone, “Don’t worry, I won’t lay a finger on the girl myself.

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.

would I get your number? 7:00 pm, Jacinda

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

Charles hung up.

and sore, and it took her a long time to calm her breathing

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let Anne’s adopted daughter go through what she

slipped her jacket on and wrapped her scarf around her neck. She grabbed her phone

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

a sip, and we can capture it on video. It’ll be solid

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

times in

up, seemingly surprised to see Audrey

voice, Nathan, this is the perfect chance to prove your innocence to

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

It’ll be a way to confirm that you won’t pursue my brother–in–law any longer. It’s a

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

room encouraged. “If the hard liquor is too much,

fixed solely on Nathan, who

casually removing the scarf that half- covered her face and draping it over the chair.

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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I hadn’t saved you, I would have drank it,” she

that

when Audrey had taken the blade for him,