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

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

you’re quite the legal 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

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

she gripped the phone. She asked, “Did Nathan ask you to make this

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

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It’s rush hour in

Charles hung up.

and sore, and it took her a

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at school, she couldn’t let Anne’s adopted daughter go through what she

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

hang onto my sister’s every word! I’ve

we need Is for Audrey to take a sip, and we can capture it on video. It’ll be

door to the private room swung open.

clock chimed seven times in

looked up, seemingly surprised to see Audrey

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

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

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

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.”

room encouraged. “If the hard liquor is too much, surely a few glasses of

eyes fixed solely on Nathan, who

a few steps toward the round table in the room, casually removing the scarf that half- covered her face and

placed it in front of her. She grabbed the liquor decanter closest to her and poured

scarf, made the side

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I would have drank it,”

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

had taken the blade for him, she didn’t want to live.