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.

a 14–year–old mute girl last year. If you don’t

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

continued with a taunting tone, “Don’t worry, I won’t

nasty there. There have been a

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

pm, Jacinda Hotel. Room 3020, Cloudsca Pavilion.

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

Charles hung up.

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

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daughter go through what she

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

onto my sister’s every

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

open. Audrey appeared between the double doors.

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

surprised to see Audrey

this is the perfect chance to prove

reason we’ve invited Ms. Yeomans here today,” Charles said, casually running his fingers

everyone here. It’ll be a way to confirm that

was hurt because of her. If you’re pleading for leniency…

when asking for forgiveness!” a voice in the room encouraged. “If the hard liquor is too much, surely a few glasses of red wine wouldn’t be

fixed solely on Nathan, who sat in a relaxed posture.

the room, casually removing the scarf that half-

it in front of her. She grabbed the liquor decanter closest to her and poured

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

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met when I was 12, 1 had pesticide with me. If I hadn’t saved you, I would have drank it,” she said.

than saying I saved you from that kidnapping,

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