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.

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

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

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

nasty there. There have been a few tragic cases recently… makes you think, doesn’t

as she

get your number? 7:00 pm,

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

Charles hung up.

it took her a long time to calm her breathing

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school, she couldn’t let Anne’s adopted daughter go through what she had experienced. Audrey gritted

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

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

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

open. Audrey appeared between

tall grandfather clock chimed seven times in the

seemingly surprised to

Charles nudged Nathan with his elbow. He lowered his voice, Nathan, this is the perfect chance to prove your innocence

other reason we’ve invited Ms. Yeomans here today,” Charles said, casually running his fingers through his messy hair. He stood

It’ll be a way to confirm that you won’t pursue

my sister or not, my sister was hurt because of her. If you’re pleading for leniency… you should at least have a few drinks as an apology.”

hard liquor is too much, surely a few glasses

fixed solely on Nathan, who sat in a

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

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

now visible without the scarf, made the side of her face,

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

than saying I saved you from that

the blade for him, she didn’t