Meeting The One For Me

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“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.

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

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

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

in middle school, isn’t she? Bullying can be quite nasty there. There have been a few tragic cases recently… makes you think,

Audrey remained composed, though her hand trembled as she gripped the phone. She

else would I get your number? 7:00 pm, Jacinda Hotel. Room 3020, Cloudsca

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

Charles hung up.

dry and sore, and it took her a

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through what she had experienced. Audrey gritted her teeth as she remembered the girl’s bright smile.

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

shouldn’t hang onto my sister’s every word! I’ve managed to

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

open. Audrey appeared between the double

clock chimed seven times in

looked up, seemingly surprised to see

with his elbow. He lowered his voice, Nathan, this is the perfect chance to prove your innocence to my sister. Don’t waste the work I did to get this drug for

no other reason we’ve invited Ms. Yeomans here today,” Charles said, casually running his fingers through his

now divorced, let’s have a few drinks before. everyone here. It’ll be a way to confirm that you won’t pursue my brother–in–law any longer. It’s

sister was hurt because of her. If you’re pleading

in the room encouraged. “If the hard liquor

the entrance. Her clear eyes fixed solely on Nathan, who sat in a

in the room, casually removing the scarf that half- covered her face

the table, placed it in front of her. She grabbed the liquor decanter closest to her and

on Audrey’s pale skin, now visible without the scarf, made the side of her face, jawline, and neck more alarming.

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with me. If I hadn’t saved you, I would have drank it,” she said. She lifted the second decanter and continued to fill

that kidnapping, it’s

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