Echoes Of a Forsaken Heart

Chapter 95

Natalia’s nerves snapped taut. She looked at Hamilton, trying to appear natural. “I’ve been meaning to learn about some upscale sanatoriums, you know, planning ahead for my mom.”

Hamilton’s gaze bore into her as though trying to read her mind.

Natalia didn’t dare to look away. Hamilton was suspicious by nature, and she couldn’t afford to show any guilt.

After what felt like an eternity, he nodded.

“Are you planning on settling down in Boria City for the future?”

Natalia paused, actually having decided to ditch that particular sanatorium the moment she learned it belonged to the Spiegel family.

If she were to leave, she had no intention of re–entering Hamilton’s orbit.

“Perhaps.”

“Like Boria City?”

Natalia shook her head. “Not particularly, but it is the capital, after all. The healthcare here is a notch above the rest.”

Hamilton’s response was noncommittal. “But the cost of living and medical bills here are much steeper, Ms. Jenkins. Silkwood City’s healthcare is quite decent, too.”

Natalia’s lips were pressed tightly together, choosing not to engage.

Hamilton dropped the subject.

“Get ready. I’ll take you out for dinner.”

“Out?” Natalia’s question wasn’t surprising, given their history. Over their three–year relationship, they seldom dined out.

Apart from social engagements, Natalia usually cooked at home. After all, their affair wasn’t exactly public knowledge. They were hardly the type to go on dinner dates like any ordinary couple.

Hamilton nodded. “Yeah, after that, we’ll go horseback riding.”

A flicker of interest crossed Natalia’s eyes. “Alright.”

She changed into fresh clothes, and Hamilton led her out. His hand was large and warm, and she couldn’t help but look up at his silhouette.

was undeniably handsome, different from those boyish faces on TV. His allure wasn’t just his

and absurdly, Natalia thought this typically

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man seemed almost

looked away, about to speak, when Hamilton’s phone

Natalia instantly closed her mouth.

expression, “Landed? Alright, be safe. Head straight there, I’ll give

another call, Hamilton finally turned to

Schafer in town?” she

here for

bitter smile. “So, you will be accompanying

he looked at her. “So eager to see me

wouldn’t want to hold up

grew stormier. “Rest assured, if I wanted

more. Indeed, Hamilton’s comings and goings were never hers to decide. After sorting things

Boria City, which was another Spiegel family property. Stepping out of the car with Hamilton, Natalia spotted Caspian, flanked by two women. One of them was familiar; it was the same woman who, at a charity dinner they attended, had claimed to be

at the sight.

glanced back. “What’s

pursed her lips.

“Speak up if you’re not well.”

nodded and followed him inside.

“Hamilton, Ms. Jenkins,

as Caspian introduced the woman beside him. “This is my fiancée, Bianca, a

this is Mr. Fowler,” he said, pausing before adding, “and his colleague,

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exchanged greetings and then fell quiet.

Thalia couldn’t resist a dig. “I should’ve known. It’s none other than Ms. Jenkins, the

heard someone call Natalia a mistress

his woman. No one else had the right to belittle her.

a sneer, he asked, “Caspian, and

of displeasure. “My cousin’s daughter, spoiled rotten, I apologize.”

Thalia. “Come here and apologize!”

snorted, clinging to

won’t apologize. You have no idea. She’s the one who butted into Eveleen and Mr. Fowler’s relationship. Don’t be fooled

Caspian’s face sunk into a scowl, his gentlemanly demeanor replaced by a stern chill.