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.

adopted a 14–year–old mute girl last year. If

Audrey’s resolve tightened.

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

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

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

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

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It’s rush hour in Sheysea. I hope

Charles hung up.

sore, and it took her a

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Anne’s adopted daughter go through what she had experienced. Audrey

neck. She grabbed her phone and belongings, then left for the Jacinda Hotel.

onto my sister’s every word! I’ve managed to get that special

need Is for Audrey to take a sip, and we can capture it on

the private room swung open. Audrey

clock chimed seven times

surprised to see

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 this

running his fingers through

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

or not, my sister was hurt because of her. If you’re

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

eyes fixed solely on Nathan, who sat in

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

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

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

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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

saying I saved you from that kidnapping,

when Audrey had taken the blade for him, she