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.

girl last year. If you don’t show up… I’ll have to involve her,” Charles

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

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

isn’t she? Bullying can be quite nasty there. There have been a few tragic cases recently…

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

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

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

Charles hung up.

throat was dry and sore, and it took her

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couldn’t let Anne’s adopted daughter go through what she had

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

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

a sip, and we can capture it on video.

swung open. Audrey appeared between

seven times in the lavishly decorated,

seemingly surprised to see

Yeomans, right on time!” Charles nudged Nathan with his elbow. He lowered his voice, Nathan, this is the perfect

invited Ms. Yeomans here today,” Charles said, casually running his fingers through his messy hair. He stood

here. It’ll be a way

was

the hard liquor is too much,

clear eyes fixed solely

round table in the room, casually removing the scarf that half- covered her face and draping it

up a tall crystal glass from the table, placed it in front of her. She grabbed the liquor decanter closest to her and

without the scarf, made the side of her

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I hadn’t saved you, I would have drank it,” she said. She lifted

you from that kidnapping, it’s more like you

when Audrey had taken the blade for him,