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

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

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 her lowliness, all while

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think there’s anything left for us

want to know what happened between

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

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

mentioned the phrase

on his arm. Would he do the same with you? Even though they haven’t made up yet, everyone knows they were an item.

Natalia’s heart felt like it was

“So what?”

“So why keep

obviously.” She looked at Victor. “You know it, Mr. Henkel. I’m just

I’m not insane.”

“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

I did name a price, would you dare

more reckless. “You needn’t worry about that, Ms. Jenkins. Mr. Fowler said if I can get you to meet with me, then you’re mine for the taking.

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

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

interested

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

A bright red cut

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of dignity, and gave Victor a weary smile. “Did you forget.

undeterred by her blatant rejection and disdain. He

set a price. Once Hamilton kicks you to the curb, you’ll just be a plaything for anyone’s amusement, worthless.”

back, smirking

a new benefactor while you can. I

Victor stood and

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