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.

get along just fine, but ever

he was

for money, then he couldn’t be bothered to keep up the pretense. He would

crowd of trust fund kids – treating her like a plaything, despising her lowliness, all while

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think there’s anything

want to know what happened between Hamilton and Eveleen last

in bed, telling herself not to

know, and you don’t

away help. Ms. Jenkins? Last time I mentioned the phrase ‘usurping

show up at 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

daggers, each one painfully true. Natalia’s heart felt like it was being shredded, the

“So what?”

why keep

money, obviously.” She looked at Victor. “You know it, Mr. Henkel. I’m just his lover. What else

I’m not insane.”

you before, I

tighter. “Really? Even if I did name a price,

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

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

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

other day. I mentioned I was still you, and he told me to pursue

paper was sharp, and it sliced into Natalia’s hand. A bright red cut appeared instantly. Droplets of blood started to form, but Natalia seemed oblivious.

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

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

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

smirking at Natalia.

I advise you to find a new

stood and

now with a deep shade of crimson with her