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.

of Hamilton’s pals. She and Victor used to get along just fine, but ever since

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

But if she 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

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

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Henkel. I don’t think there’s anything left for us

eyes narrowed slightly. “Don’t you want to know what happened between Hamilton

telling herself not to think about it. But the

and you don’t

mentioned the phrase ‘usurping the nest‘,

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

painfully true. Natalia’s heart felt like it was

“So what?”

keep

looked at Victor. “You know it, Mr. Henkel. I’m just his lover. What else could I possibly want but his money? 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.

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

Fowler said if I can get you to meet with me, then you’re mine

buzzed, her face turning ghostly pale. She suppressed the turmoil

and detached, had a fierce possessive streak. If she threatened to leave, it would undoubtedly upset him. In his anger, it

still interested

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

bright red cut appeared instantly. Droplets of blood

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and gave Victor a weary smile. “Did you forget. Mr.

by her blatant rejection and disdain. He suddenly leaned

price. Once Hamilton kicks you to the curb, you’ll just

smirking

find a new benefactor while you can.

stood and left.

dropped to the menu, now with a deep shade of crimson with