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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?”

decisions are based on value. My money doesn’t grow on trees.”

on Natalia?” Eveleen’s eyes welled up with

“When did I spend money on

alone costs more than 10 million.

chilled. “Whatever I spend on her is because she takes good care

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of comparing

viewed Natalia as nothing more than a means to satisfy

mood lifted slightly. What skill was there in merely pleasing a man in bed? She was after Hamilton’s heart. And with Hamilton, she had always kept herself pristine, unlike Natalia. She shouldn’t be comparing herself to Natalia in

Hamilton. “But I’m jealous. You’re not allowed to be nice to

laughed softly. “Do you really not know whether I’m nicer to you or her?”

break it off with her.” Eveleen pouted.

instantly. “Eveleen,

seeing Hamilton’s displeasure. “Forget it, I

part of the spoiled heiress, expecting Hamilton

it’s

her come up then. I want to talk to

“Go talk to her yourself, and do it properly. Don’t throw one of your little heiress

a huff, Eveleen stormed out of the office.

headed straight out of the building. Below was a

found a bench by a small pond in the garden and sat down, feeling a sense of relief wash over her.

her to keep up with him. He could leave her utterly spent,

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

was off–limits right now. The only time Hamilton gave such orders was when he was

Natalia let go of her pent–up frustrations. She knew well enough that there wasn’t

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