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.

last year. If you don’t show up… I’ll have

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

middle school, isn’t she? Bullying can be quite nasty there. There have

composed, though her hand trembled as she gripped the phone. She asked, “Did Nathan

number? 7:00 pm, Jacinda Hotel. Room 3020, Cloudsca Pavilion.

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hour in Sheysea. I hope you

Charles hung up.

it took her a

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she couldn’t let Anne’s adopted daughter go through what she had experienced. Audrey gritted her teeth as she remembered the girl’s

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

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

and we can capture it on video. It’ll be

open. Audrey appeared between the

grandfather clock chimed seven times in the lavishly decorated,

up, seemingly surprised to see Audrey there.

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

here today,” Charles said, casually running his

be a way to confirm that you

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

“If the hard liquor is too much, surely a few glasses of red wine

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

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

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

the scarf, made the side of

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

than saying I saved you from that kidnapping, it’s more like you

the blade for him, she