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.

along just fine, but ever since her relationship with Hamilton

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

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

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anything

you want to know what happened between

night, she had tossed and turned in bed, telling herself

you don’t

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

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

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

“So what?”

why keep

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

I’m not insane.”

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

if I did name a price, would you dare take Mr.

more reckless. “You needn’t worry about that, Ms. Jenkins. Mr. Fowler said if I can get you to meet with

suppressed the turmoil in her heart, forcing a smile. “When did he say that?”

undoubtedly upset him. In his anger, it wouldn’t be

interested

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

hand. A bright red cut appeared instantly.

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

was undeterred by her blatant rejection and disdain. He

kicks you to the curb, you’ll just be a plaything for anyone’s

sat back, smirking at Natalia.

I advise you to find a new benefactor

stood and left.

the menu, now with a deep shade of crimson with