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.

of Hamilton’s pals. She and Victor used to get along just fine, but ever since

he was

if she was the sort who’d sleep with anyone for money, then he couldn’t be bothered to

trust fund kids – treating her like a plaything,

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there’s anything

eyes narrowed slightly. “Don’t you want to know what

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

you

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

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

heart felt like it was being shredded, the pain almost numbing.

“So what?”

smirked. “So why keep hanging

Henkel. I’m just his lover. What else could I possibly want but his money? His heart? Please,

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

tighter. “Really? Even if I did name a price, would you dare take Mr.

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

She suppressed the turmoil in her heart, forcing a smile.

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 she

interested in

other day. I mentioned I was still you,

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

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

by her blatant rejection and disdain. He suddenly leaned in close to Natalia.

Once Hamilton kicks you to the curb, you’ll

smirking

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

that. Victor stood and

to the menu, now with a deep shade of