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.

just fine, but ever since her relationship with

about what he was thinking – if she was a good

then he couldn’t be bothered to keep up the pretense. He

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

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I don’t think there’s anything

to know what happened between Hamilton and

tossed and turned in bed, telling herself not to think about it.

you don’t need to

gaze intensified. “Does running away help. Ms. Jenkins? Last time I mentioned the phrase ‘usurping the nest‘, you denied it. But deep down,

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

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

“So what?”

“So why keep

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

I’m not insane.”

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

name a price, would you dare

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

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

during a recent 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 Club when he had

still interested

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

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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gave Victor a weary

by her blatant rejection and disdain. He suddenly leaned

set a price. Once Hamilton kicks you to the curb, you’ll just be

back, smirking

find a new benefactor

that. Victor stood and left.

the menu, now with a deep