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.

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

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

always keen on educating others.” He continued with a taunting tone, “Don’t worry, I won’t lay a finger

school, isn’t she? Bullying can 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. She asked, “Did Nathan ask you

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

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than two hours. It’s rush hour in Sheysea. I

Charles hung up.

dry and sore, and it took her a long time to calm her breathing

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

wrapped her scarf around her neck.

onto my sister’s every word! I’ve

you were after. All we need Is for Audrey to take a sip, and we can capture it

to the private room swung open. Audrey appeared between the double

times in the lavishly decorated,

seemingly surprised to see

voice, Nathan, this is the perfect chance to prove your innocence to my sister. Don’t

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

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 think?”

of whether Anne intentionally pushed my sister or not, my sister was hurt because of her.

the room encouraged. “If the hard liquor is too much, surely a few glasses of red wine wouldn’t be too

stood at the entrance. Her clear eyes fixed solely on Nathan, who

toward the round table in the room, casually removing the scarf

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

scarf, made the side of her face,

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day we met when I was 12, 1 had pesticide with me. If I hadn’t saved you, I would have drank it,” she said. She lifted the second decanter and continued

you from that kidnapping, it’s more like you

when Audrey had taken the blade for him, she didn’t