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

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

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 myself. No

have been

the anger surging within her, Audrey remained composed, though her hand trembled as she gripped the phone. She asked, “Did Nathan ask you to

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

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

Charles hung up.

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

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daughter go through what she had experienced. Audrey gritted her

slipped her jacket on and wrapped her scarf around her neck. She grabbed her phone and belongings,

you shouldn’t hang onto my sister’s every

after. All we need Is for Audrey to take a sip, and we can capture it on video. It’ll be solid proof of your innocence for

room swung open. Audrey appeared between the double doors.

grandfather clock chimed seven times in the

up, seemingly surprised to

Ms. Yeomans, right on time!” Charles nudged Nathan with his elbow. He lowered his voice, Nathan, this is the perfect chance to prove your innocence to my sister. Don’t waste the work I did to get

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

few drinks before. everyone here. It’ll be a way to

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

asking for forgiveness!” a voice in the room encouraged. “If the hard liquor is too much,

fixed solely on Nathan, who sat in

table in the room, casually removing the scarf that half- covered her face and draping it over the chair.

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

visible without the scarf, made

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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

that kidnapping, it’s

taken the blade for