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.

to get along just fine, but ever since her relationship with Hamilton was made public, Victor

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

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

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don’t think there’s anything left for us

“Don’t you want to know what happened between Hamilton and Eveleen last night?”

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

and you don’t need to

the phrase ‘usurping the nest‘, you denied it. But deep

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 Hamilton let in on

painfully true. Natalia’s heart felt like it was being shredded, the pain

“So what?”

keep hanging

I’m just his

I’m not insane.”

to just him? I’ve told you before, I can match his price. Natalia, give me a shot. Or name your price.

name a price, would you

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

ghostly pale. She suppressed the turmoil in

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

interested in

you, and he told me to

sliced into Natalia’s hand. A bright red cut appeared instantly. Droplets of blood started to form, but Natalia seemed

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maintaining a final shred of dignity, and gave Victor a weary smile. “Did you forget. Mr. Henkel? I’m picky.”

and disdain. He suddenly leaned in close to Natalia.

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

sat back, smirking

advise you to find a new benefactor while you can. I

Victor stood

a deep shade of