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

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

chasing her. 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 saying he was pursuing her.

of trust fund kids – treating her like a

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don’t think there’s anything left for us to talk

you want to know what happened between Hamilton

night, she had tossed and turned in bed, telling herself not to think about it. But the thoughts came anyway, she just couldn’t

want to know, and you don’t

running away help. Ms. Jenkins? Last time I mentioned the phrase ‘usurping

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

heart felt like it was being shredded, the

“So what?”

smirked. “So why keep hanging

I’m just his

I’m not insane.”

money, why stick to just him? I’ve told you before, I can match his price.

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

Ms. Jenkins. Mr. Fowler said if I can get you to

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 that. Just like that night at Crest Club when he

still interested in

mentioned I was still you, and he told me to pursue you. He even reminded me to make a generous offer.”

paper was sharp, and it sliced into Natalia’s hand. A bright red cut appeared instantly. Droplets of blood started to form,

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the menu, maintaining a final shred of dignity, and gave Victor a

disdain. He suddenly leaned

a price. Once Hamilton kicks you to

back, smirking

new benefactor while you

that. Victor stood and left.

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