Echoes Of a Forsaken Heart

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Suddenly, Natalia found herself momentarily at a loss for words. She forced a stiff smile, and after what felt like an eternity, she managed to respond, “Would you mind telling Mr. Fowler to pass a message to Ms. Schafer for me? If she’s feeling better, I’d appreciate a firm time for our next shoot so I can make the necessary arrangements.”

Her message was delivered; Natalia didn’t linger a second longer and swiftly turned to leave.

At the CEO’s office.

Eveleen peered into Hamilton’s office with a look of utter distaste.

“Your office decor is just too boring, all black, white, and gray. It’s hideous.”

Hamilton was perusing a contract, and at her comment, the corner of his mouth twitched slightly. “Well, it’s not like you use it. Why do you care if it’s hideous or not?”

Eveleen bristled instantly. “This is your office. How can it not concern me?”

Hamilton glanced up at her, a light chuckle escaping him. “Why are you still as bossy as you were back in the day?”

Eveleen moved closer with a playful smile. “Don’t you like it?”

Ignoring her question, Hamilton pointed to a script on his desk

“I’ve looked over the script you mentioned and had some experts analyze it. It’s not right for your style. I advise against wasting time on it. You’d be better off focusing on the endorsement deal you’ve got. If you’re committed to this endorsement, then cooperate professionally. If you’re really not up for it, we can always find someone else.”

“Who said I’m not up for it?” Eveleen glared at him.

Hamilton raised an eyebrow. “I thought you were reluctant, pretending to be sick and then making a point of showing up at the office. What is this, a demonstration?”

His words struck a nerve, and Eveleen’s annoyance flared. “I was genuinely feeling unwell!”

Hamilton gave her a look but said nothing more.

Pushing the script towards him, Eveleen challenged, “Aren’t you going to back me up?”

coolly, “I’m a businessman. Investment decisions are based on value.

what about all the money you spend on Natalia?” Eveleen’s eyes welled up with

did I spend money on

wearing? That thing alone costs more than 10 million. dollars! And you say you didn’t spend money on

expression chilled. “Whatever I spend on her is

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as nothing more than a means to satisfy his desires. Even the gifts were merely rewards for her service, nothing

Hamilton, she had always kept herself pristine, unlike Natalia. She shouldn’t be comparing herself to Natalia in this way. But having seized the opportunity,

looked pitifully at Hamilton. “But I’m jealous. You’re not

you really not know whether I’m

it off with her.” Eveleen pouted.

darkened instantly. “Eveleen,

Eveleen dropped the subject upon seeing Hamilton’s displeasure. “Forget it, I was joking. She’s just another woman. Have your fun how

acted the part of the spoiled heiress, expecting

he simply smiled. “Well, it’s not really

“Let her come up then. I want

talk to her yourself, and do it properly. Don’t throw one

a huff, Eveleen stormed out of

floor, she headed straight out of the building. Below was a quaint garden built for

in the garden and sat down, feeling a sense of relief

him. He could leave her utterly spent, and sometimes, he would still feel unsatisfied. But he was probably picky about his partners. Even when discontented, he hadn’t sought anyone

love. They had a history. In every sense, being with Eveleen would seem more fulfilling for

now. The only time Hamilton gave such orders was when

frustrations. She knew well enough that there

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