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

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

with a taunting

Bullying can be quite nasty there. There have been a few

as she gripped the phone.

get your number? 7:00 pm, Jacinda

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

Charles hung up.

was dry and sore, and it took her a

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

neck.

my sister’s every word! I’ve managed

after. All we need Is for Audrey to take 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 doors.

chimed seven times in the lavishly decorated, vintage–style room.

up, seemingly surprised

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

Yeomans here today,” Charles said, casually running his fingers through his messy hair. He stood up and smiled at

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 a fitting end, don’t you think?”

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

in the room encouraged. “If the hard liquor is too much, surely a few glasses of red wine wouldn’t be

Her clear eyes fixed solely on Nathan, who sat

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

front of her. She grabbed the liquor decanter closest to her and poured the clear liquid

visible without the scarf, made the side of

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we met when I was 12, 1 had pesticide with me. If I hadn’t saved you, I would have drank it,” she said. She lifted the second decanter and continued to

saved you from that kidnapping, it’s more like you saved

time, when Audrey had taken the blade