Echoes Of a Forsaken Heart

Chapter 33

Natalia was stunned by Scarlett’s words. She let out a sarcastic chuckle. “How is that even possible?”

Anyone who had seen Hamilton with Eveleen wouldn’t dream of saying such a thing. If there was anything in the world Hamilton couldn’t part with, it was Eveleen. His tenderness was reserved for Eveleen alone.

“Why not?” Scarlett persisted.

Natalia didn’t want to dwell on it and quickly changed the subject. “It’s been ages since we grabbed a bite together. What are you in the mood for? My treat.”

Sure enough, the mention of food successfully distracted Scarlett.

“Let me think…”

Scarlett eventually picked a trendy bistro.

They chatted and laughed as they entered the restaurant, only to run into Victor, who had a girl by his side.

Victor’s gaze flickered when he saw Natalia walk in.

Natalia ignored him and continued inside with Scarlett, heading to a table far from where Victor was sitting. Once they were seated, Scarlett excused herself to the restroom. That was when Victor came over and took Scarlett’s seat.

“Ms. Jenkins, what a coincidence.”

Natalia stared at the menu, not bothering to look up.

“Not really, Mr. Henkel. You could’ve pretended not to see me.”

Victor chuckled. “Why the cold shoulder?”

Natalia finally looked up. “We don’t get along. You do know that, don’t you, Mr. Henkel?”

“How is that? We always used to have such good conversations.”

Natalia felt a headache coming on.

Victor used to get along just fine, but ever since her relationship with Hamilton was made public, Victor had changed his

hunch about what he

chasing her. But if she was the sort who’d sleep with anyone for money, then he couldn’t be bothered

a common trait among his crowd of trust fund kids

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think there’s anything left for us

slightly. “Don’t you want to know

tensed up. After Hamilton left that night, she had tossed and turned in bed, telling herself not to think about it.

know, and you

help. Ms. Jenkins? Last time I mentioned the phrase ‘usurping the nest‘, you denied it.

with Eveleen on his arm. Would he do the same with you? Even though they haven’t made up yet, everyone knows they were an item. It’s all above. board. And

Natalia’s heart felt like it was being shredded, the pain almost numbing. She forced a strained

“So what?”

“So why keep hanging around him?”

Mr. Henkel. I’m just his lover. What else could I possibly

I’m not insane.”

just him? I’ve told you

Even if I did name

that, Ms. Jenkins. Mr. Fowler said if I can get you to meet with me, then you’re mine for the taking.

pale. She suppressed the turmoil

him. In his

still interested in

still you, and he told me to pursue you. He even reminded me to make a generous offer.”

into Natalia’s hand. A bright red cut appeared instantly. Droplets of blood

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and gave Victor a weary smile. “Did

was undeterred by her blatant rejection and disdain. He suddenly leaned

the privilege to set a price. Once Hamilton kicks

back, smirking at

Jenkins, I advise you to find a new benefactor while you can. I await

stood

dropped to the menu, now with a