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.

Hamilton’s pals. She and Victor used to get along just fine, but ever since her relationship with Hamilton was

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

he

his crowd of trust fund kids – treating her like a plaything,

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anything left for us to talk about.”

to know what happened between Hamilton and Eveleen last

in bed, telling herself

want to know, and you don’t need

the phrase ‘usurping the nest‘, you denied it. But deep down, don’t you really think

they were an item. It’s all above. board. And you? How many people has Hamilton let in on your little secret?

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

“So what?”

smirked. “So why keep hanging around

“You know it, Mr. Henkel. I’m just his lover. What else could

I’m not insane.”

about the money, why stick to just him? I’ve told you before,

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

“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.

the turmoil in her heart, forcing a smile.

spat with Hamilton. Hamilton, 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

still interested in

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

into Natalia’s hand. A bright red cut appeared instantly.

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

rejection and disdain. He

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

back, smirking

Ms. Jenkins, I advise you to find a new benefactor while you can. I

that. Victor stood and

now with a deep shade of