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.

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

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

continued with a taunting tone, “Don’t worry, I won’t lay a finger on the girl myself. No evidence, you

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

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

I get your number? 7:00 pm,

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hour in

Charles hung up.

throat was dry and sore, and it took her a long time to

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Anne’s adopted daughter go through what she had experienced. Audrey gritted her teeth as she remembered

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

sister’s every

to take a sip, and we can capture it on video. It’ll be solid proof of your innocence for my sister..

the private room swung open. Audrey appeared between the

grandfather clock chimed seven times in the lavishly

up, seemingly surprised to see Audrey

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

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

a way to confirm that you won’t

glanced at Nathan at Nathan and continued, “Regardless of whether Anne intentionally pushed my sister or not, my sister was hurt because of her. If you’re pleading for

hard liquor is too

eyes fixed solely on Nathan,

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

She grabbed the liquor

bruises on Audrey’s pale skin, now visible without the scarf, made the side of her face, jawline, and neck more alarming.

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when I was 12, 1 had pesticide with me. If I hadn’t saved you, I would have

saved you from that kidnapping, it’s more like you saved

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