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.

year. If you don’t show up… I’ll have

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

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 on the girl myself. No evidence, you see.”

be quite nasty there. There have been a few tragic cases recently… makes you think, doesn’t it?” Charles spoke

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

pm, Jacinda Hotel. Room 3020, Cloudsca

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

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.

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

sister’s every

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

to the private room swung open. Audrey

chimed seven times in

seemingly surprised to see

He lowered his voice, Nathan, this is the perfect chance

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

be a way to confirm that you won’t pursue my brother–in–law any longer. It’s a fitting end, don’t

glanced at Nathan at Nathan and continued, “Regardless of whether Anne intentionally pushed my sister or not, my sister was hurt because of her. If you’re pleading for leniency… you should at

asking for forgiveness!” a voice in the room encouraged. “If the hard liquor

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

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

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

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

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

you from that kidnapping, it’s more like

the blade for him, she didn’t want