Chapter 18

Audrey thanked Julian and got into the car.

She borrowed a charging cable from Julian and finally charged her phone.

As soon as it turned on, she saw over 60 missed calls, most from the same number–Nathan’s. Clutching her phone tightly, she wondered about his intentions.

Was he checking if she had followed his plan or been with Hugo?

Either way, it couldn’t be out of concern.

With a dubious smile, Audrey dialed Anne’s number.

“Audrey!” Anne sounded relieved. She said hushedly, “The police have cleared everything, and Ms. Doyle isn’t pressing charges. I’m at a hotel arranged that the show’s crew put me up in.”

“Which hotel? I’ll come right over,” Audrey offered.

‘No, don’t! The Yeomans family is here tool Don’t worry about me. I’ll head back once the show is over. But… the photos I brought for Nathan…” Anne cautioned. She was worried they might bother Audrey..

sharp pain in her palm, realizing she had clenched her fist so

photos away. Nathan and I are

was shocked and then broke out into a low cry,

sobbed, “I should have realized sooner. Ever since you woke up, you never returned with Nathan. You always

off, feeling the weight of

sighed, “It’s just… Audrey, you suffered so much for him. Both of you shouldn’t have ended

another call. Audrey excused herself, telling Anne that she

For Family” crew, a man named

Yeomans. Can you come for the dress rehearsal this afternoon? We’re recording tomorrow and need to

can’t make it to the rehearsal. I’m

get in touch with you later. Just call me Tom.”

the call, Julian glanced at Audrey in the rearview mirror.

Chapter 18

Yeomans, if you don’t wish to participate In the show, Mr. Lambert can make a call on your behalf. And don’t worry, Mr. Lambert and Professor Lambert have spoken over the phone. Profesent Lambert isn’t affected. The show has its ethics, and

was full

last night. Audrey smiled awkwardly and said, “It’s alright. I have my reasons

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