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

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

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

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

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

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

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than two hours. It’s rush hour in

Charles hung up.

and it took

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

her scarf around her neck. She grabbed her

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

take a sip, and we can capture it on video. It’ll be solid

room swung open.

times in the lavishly decorated,

looked up, seemingly surprised to see Audrey

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

no other reason we’ve invited Ms. Yeomans here today,” Charles said, casually running his fingers through his messy hair. He stood up and smiled at Audrey.

everyone here. It’ll be a

my sister or not, my sister was hurt because of her.

needed when asking for forgiveness!” a voice in the room encouraged. “If the hard liquor is

at the entrance. Her clear eyes fixed solely on Nathan, who sat in a relaxed posture.

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

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

skin, now visible without the scarf, made the

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I hadn’t saved you, I would have drank it,” she said. She

that kidnapping, it’s

when Audrey had taken the blade