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.

one of Hamilton’s pals. She and Victor used to get along just fine, but ever since her relationship with Hamilton was made public, Victor had changed his tune.

hunch about what he was

sort who’d sleep with anyone for money, then he couldn’t be bothered

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

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Henkel. I don’t think there’s anything left for us

know what happened between

and turned in bed, telling herself not to think about

to know, and you don’t need to

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

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

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

“So what?”

keep

looked at Victor. “You know it, Mr. Henkel. I’m just his lover. What else could I possibly want but his money? His

I’m not insane.”

I’ve told you before, I can

“Really? Even if I did name a

more 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 for the taking.

turmoil in her heart, forcing a smile. “When did

if it might have been 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

still interested

Victor shattered her last hope. “Just the other day. I mentioned I was still you, and he told me

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

was undeterred by her blatant rejection and disdain. He suddenly

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

smirking at

new benefactor while you can. I

Victor stood and

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