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.

one of Hamilton’s pals. She and Victor used to get along just fine, but ever since her relationship with Hamilton was made public, Victor

a hunch about what he was thinking – if she was

was the sort who’d sleep with anyone for money, then he couldn’t be bothered to keep up the pretense. He would insult her while saying he was pursuing

kids – treating her like a plaything, despising her lowliness, all while enjoying

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there’s anything left

want to know what happened between

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

want to know, and you don’t need to tell me.”

Jenkins? Last time I mentioned the phrase ‘usurping the nest‘,

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

like it was being shredded, the pain almost numbing. She

“So what?”

keep hanging

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

I’m not insane.”

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

“Really? Even if I did name a price, would

that, Ms. Jenkins. Mr. Fowler said if I

pale. She suppressed the turmoil in her heart, forcing a smile. “When did he

spat with Hamilton. Hamilton, though cold 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 that. Just like that night at Crest Club when he had said she could leave with Victor if she

interested in

the other day. I mentioned I was still you, and he told me to pursue you. He even reminded me to make

A bright red cut appeared instantly. Droplets of blood started to form, but Natalia seemed oblivious.

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a final shred of dignity, and gave Victor a weary

by her blatant rejection and disdain. He suddenly

have the privilege to set a price. Once Hamilton kicks you to the

sat back, smirking at

advise you to find a new benefactor while you can. I await your terms.”

that. Victor stood and

with a deep