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

building. He spoke into the phone, “Hey, sweetie, you’re awake? I haven’t left. I’m having a smoke

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departure, Audrey no longer had the

deleted the familiar phone number on her screen, and fucked the phone back into her jacket pocket. She sat on the bench quietly, wrapped in het

chill slowly crept up her legs from her

phone again and dialed Nathan’s number. She clung to a sliver of hope

Nathan said coldly in a lowered

family for his wedding gift and house. Anne didn’t know and didn’t want to give

got pushed into the

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

incident was purely accidental. I hope you…”

with me was an ‘accident‘, Pushing Amelia down the stairs was an ‘accident‘. Audrey, your ‘accidents‘ seem to occur often!” Nathan interrupted coldly.

impatient as he continued, “Tomorrow night, 7:00 pm, Jacinda Hotel. Explain yourself in person, or I’ll ensure your foster mother

faded, Audrey was

She beg

Nathan’s invitation to meet at the Jacinda Hotel really was for her

but he had always been good to her. His kindness and her love for him made her view Nathan through

pulling her back to

call.

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

Hugo

That’s very kind

said at the police station today … I’m sorry, I

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

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