Meeting The One For Me

Chapter 10

Nathan’s brow furrowed as he listened to Charles’s words. His face was a portrait of impatience as he flicked ash from his cigarette.

“It’s only because you plastered her photos all over Sheysea University and threatened my sister to leave discreetly that we can even find my sister now.”

The sparse bamboo shadows swayed with the wind. Strands of hair obscured Audrey’s eyes, masking the emotions swirling in their dark depths.

Audrey gripped her phone, feeling a tightness around her eyes. So, that was why Nathan had posted her photos all over Sheysea University. He had used her to threaten Amelia.

How absurd.

“What exactly are you trying to say?” Nathan asked, his voice laced with irritation.

Charles extinguished his cigarette and leaned in closer to Nathan. “Even though you swore nothing happened that night with Audrey, it’s still a lingering issue for my sister, right? Deep down, you’re not sure either, are you?”

The darkness in Nathan’s eyes deepened Charles‘ words hit a nerve. He asked, “So, what now?”

Charles sneered, “I bet Audrey will call Anne soon, begging for mercy. When she does, you should lure Audrey out, and use whatever drug she used on you, on her. Isn’t Hugo fond of Audrey? This could be a perfect setup for him.

“As long as Hugo confirms Audrey’s innocence, my sister will have nothing to worry about. Even if something did happen between you and Audrey that night, won’t Hugo owe you one once gets what he wants from Audrey?

“By then, even if the divorce was a tactical retreat, Audrey would lose all dignity for being with another man if she approached you again, wouldn’t she? It’s the perfect chance to be rid of her once and for all.”

Charles smiled as he watched Nathan’s expression. He probed, “Nathan, you don’t still have feelings for Audrey, do you?”

“Are you done speaking nonsense?” Nathan spat, tugging at his collar.

“Just listen to me! Look. The last time you followed my plan and posted Audrey’s photos, my sister stayed with you. This time, do as I say, and I guarantee my sister will accept your proposal.”

moment, Nathan’s phone rang.

tenderness as he walked towards the hospital building. He spoke into the phone, “Hey, sweetie, you’re awake? I haven’t left. I’m having a smoke with Charles

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hurried departure, Audrey no longer had

the phone back into her jacket pocket. She sat on the bench quietly, wrapped

slowly crept up her legs from

in her pockets, unclenched slowly. Eventually, she took out her phone again and dialed Nathan’s number. She clung to

is it…” Nathan said coldly

Audrey began, “I’ve seen Anne. She came to Sheysea because Adam wanted contact details for my maternal grandfather’s family for his wedding gift and house. Anne didn’t know and didn’t want to give it to

the airport and got pushed into the crowd, accidentally bumping into Amella. You can verify this with airport security and the team from

asking for mercy for your former foster mother?” Nathan queried.

purely accidental. I hope you…”

the stairs was an ‘accident‘. Audrey, your ‘accidents‘

was impatient as he continued, “Tomorrow night, 7:00 pm, Jacinda Hotel. Explain yourself in person, or

Audrey was

She beg

to doubt whether she truly understood Nathan. She even questioned if Nathan’s invitation to meet at the Jacinda Hotel really was for her to

he had always been good to her. His kindness and her love

her back to the moment.

the call. It was

talked to my sister. Amelia’s doing fine, so don’t worry too much. As

didn’t respond, Hugo asked,

That’s very kind of you.”

what I said at the police station today … I’m

Will you be Anne’s lawyer?” she asked, her voice heavy

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