Echoes Of a Forsaken Heart

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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.

but ever since her relationship

gaze; she had a hunch about what he was thinking – if she

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

a common trait among his crowd of trust fund kids – treating her like a plaything, despising her lowliness, all while enjoying her

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I don’t think there’s anything left for

want to know what happened

night, she had tossed and turned in bed, telling herself not to think about it. But the thoughts came anyway, she just couldn’t

know, and you don’t need

gaze intensified. “Does running away help. Ms. Jenkins? Last time I mentioned the phrase ‘usurping the nest‘, you denied it. But deep down, don’t you really

events proudly 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 you? How many people has Hamilton let in on your little secret? Natalia, you’ll always be the one who has to

words were like daggers, each one painfully true. Natalia’s heart felt like it was

“So what?”

keep hanging around

I’m just his lover. What else could I possibly want but his

I’m not insane.”

raised an eyebrow. “Well, if it’s just about the money, why stick to just him? I’ve told you before, I can match his price. Natalia, give me a shot. Or name your price. How about it?”

tighter. “Really? Even if I did name a price, would you dare take Mr. Fowler’s girl?”

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

her face turning ghostly pale. She suppressed the turmoil in her heart,

and detached, had a fierce possessive streak. If she threatened to leave, it would undoubtedly upset him. In his anger, it wouldn’t be surprising if he said something like

still interested in

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

paper was sharp, and it sliced into Natalia’s hand. A bright red cut appeared instantly.

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maintaining a final shred of dignity, and gave Victor a weary smile. “Did

and disdain. He suddenly leaned

set a price. Once Hamilton kicks you to the curb,

back, smirking at Natalia.

to find a new benefactor while you can. I

that. Victor stood and

dropped to the menu, now with a