Echoes Of a Forsaken Heart

Chapter 111

Hamilton’s voice cut through the air, followed promptly by another command.

“Come here.”

Natalia’s steps faltered upon hearing him, but only for a moment before she resumed her march towards the exit.

She didn’t want to stay despite realizing how awkward it would look to leave so soon after arriving as if confirming she didn’t belong in this exclusive gathering.

But the truth was, she couldn’t bear the thought of spending another minute with this crowd.

Victor’s disdain for her was mutual; she had no interest in him either. So why stay and sour her own night?

And as for Hamilton…

Natalia let out a wry chuckle. Her first love was right by his side; was she expected to stick around just to be overshadowed?

Standing tall, she didn’t hesitate as she made her way to the door.

But when Hamilton saw her determined to leave, his face darkened instantaneously.

Alden, sensing the tension, quickly reached out to stop her. “Ms. Jenkins, now that you’re here, you can’t just up and leave like this.”

Natalia offered a laugh, though it lacked mirth. “Sorry, Alden, but I really don’t like it here.”

Alden frowned, glancing at Hamilton, hoping he would say something to convince her to stay. But Hamilton remained silent, his gaze heavy on Natalia.

Victor, ever the instigator, couldn’t resist adding fuel to the fire. “Alden, let her go if she wants to. She shouldn’t have been invited in the first place. What’s the point of bringing someone like her, just to spoil the mood?”

Finally, Elliott couldn’t hold back. “Victor Henkel, that’s quite enough. Ms. Jenkins isn’t here for you.”

Victor clicked his tongue, throwing Elliott a meaningful glance. “Since when did you become so chummy with Ms. Jenkins?”

Elliott ignored him, turning to Natalia instead. “Ms. Jenkins, since you’re here, why not join us for a bit? It’s Hamilton’s birthday, after all. We should be having fun.”

Eveleen chimed in with a laugh, playing the gracious hostess. “Yeah, come and have some fun. Otherwise, it might seem like we’re not welcoming.”

Her words, dripping with an air of exclusive ownership, effectively set Natalia apart from the

group.

Natalia had no intention of staying, but Eveleen’s comment sparked a defiant streak in her. She stepped forward, moving towards Elliott. “If Ms. Schafer insists, I’ll stay and join in the festivities.

Eveleen’s smile froze on her face.

stone as he watched Natalia head towards Elliott. Without waiting for her to reach her destination, he stood

didn’t respond but also didn’t move any further.

room fell silent, a tableau of shocked faces watching the drama unfold.

was the definition of fury. She glared at Natalia with hatred as if

you doing? You’re scaring Ms. Jenkins. She’s quite close to Elliott, so what’s wrong

him?”

“Drinks on me

his arm around Natalia’s waist and the two left. The door closed behind

the entire room

the evening’s turn of events. The engagement announcement

leaving with Natalia,

but comment with a smirk, “Looks like it’s clear who’s

lackluster flick. He glanced at Eveleen.

stood abruptly, following Hamilton

the room; Hamilton led Natalia straight to the parking

Hamilton saw Eveleen approaching, tears streaming

sleeve. “Are you really

turned to Natalia. “Get in and wait.”

word, Natalia climbed

Eveleen, who refused to take it. He sighed,

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car, forcing a bitter smile. She

on until Hamilton finally got back into the car. His first words were laced with

decision to walk towards Elliott instead of sitting by him and Eveleen. She

apology, “Sorry, I

furrowed with frustration. “What? You

remained silent for a long moment before

empty table–no food, no cake. His scoff was sharp and bitter. “So,

“Well, it’s not like you’re going to

he

started stripping off his clothes as he headed toward

before finally heading into

from the bathroom.

spaghetti” Natalia made for him

slightly, and his

the dining table and started

and walked towards the bathroom.

Hamilton had already retreated to the bedroom. He was leaning against the

out the voice on the

over, will you? None of us can calm her