Echoes Of a Forsaken Heart

Chapter 138

Natalia’s gaze was downcast.

“Could you step out for a moment, Mr. Fowler? I need a word with Mr. Spiegel in private.”

Hamilton let out a scoff, “What’s the matter? Can’t talk with me here?”

Caspian was organizing some documents in his hands as he said, “Of course we can, but I would appreciate it if you, Mr. Fowler, could keep it down.”

As soon as the conversation turned to business, the genial aura that Caspian usually carried dissipated into thin air, leaving nothing but a sharp and penetrating intensity behind.

Natalia remained silent for a moment. “Mr. Spiegel, let’s step outside.”

Caspian glanced at Hamilton and said, “That might be best.”

Hamilton’s face was a picture of displeasure. He snorted derisively and stood up to leave.

At the door, he threw over his shoulder and said, “Finish your meal first, and then talk.”

With that, he slammed the hospital room door behind him, causing a resounding clang.

Natalia’s lips were pressed tightly together.

Caspian frowned at her and asked, “Haven’t eaten?”

Natalia shook her head. “I’m not hungry.”

Caspian looked disapproving. “No matter what, you need to eat.”

But Natalia jumped straight to the point. “Mr. Spiegel, about this agreement, if I wanted to back out, could you help me reduce the penalty fee?”

Caspian just looked at her. After a moment, he reached into his pocket and offered her a chocolate bar. “If you don’t want a meal, at least sneak in a snack. Don’t starve yourself.”

Natalia looked at the chocolate he held out, her lips curving into a small smile as she accepted

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“Thank you, Mr. Spiegel.”

Caspian merely smiled in return, saying nothing more.

“I’ve reviewed your agreement, and it’s definitely not in your favor. But if you’re set on terminating it, I can lend a hand. After all, Hamilton has breached the agreement in several places himself.”

In Natalia’s presence, Caspian’s voice softened considerably. He methodically listed and analyzed the points for Natalia. Before they knew it, two hours had passed.

“You must be tired. Let’s call it a day.”

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Natalia nodded. “Thank you for your help, Mr. Spiegel.”

Caspian’s warmth returned once the discussion of business was over. He looked at Natalia and after a brief silence asked, “What are your plans for the future?”

had wanted to focus on her translation work, to

Tatiana’s exorbitant medical expenses, she knew

figuring it

there’s anything I can

before pulling an envelope from under her pillow. “Mr. Spiegel, there’s one more thing

the envelope directly to

through the contents.

anger, but more so,

An inexplicable compassion.

didn’t you file a lawsuit before?

had found that

a tinge of bitterness. “I only recently found out that my miscarriage was induced. Please, Mr. Spiegel, I’m counting on you. As for the legal fees, I assume they must be quite high. Could you give me a ballpark figure so I can

out a friend once in a while doesn’t require a fee. I’m not after your

protest, but Caspian was already turning to leave, leaving behind a simple “Take care of

room,

of emotions, a cigarette dangling unlit from

for

and asked, “You’re really going to help

an eyebrow. “And why shouldn’t

sneered, “Don’t say I didn’t warn you.

on were usually high–stakes corporate disputes or high–profile divorces. A single case could net him a seven–figure

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like to play

he said, “Caspian, are you really telling me you

it instead of throwing tantrums at her. She might not be able to stand up to you, but do you really think holding on to her like this is satisfying? If you have the guts, make her want to stay by

before continuing, “And about your precious Eveleen, I’m at a loss. for words. You’re a sharp one. I can’t believe you can’t see through her little schemes. I can’t believe you don’t know what kind of person she is. Your indifference… not just Natalia, but even

scoffed coldly, “How I choose to handle my affairs is my business. But since she signed the agreement with me, she has

is my business. You should know by now.

drag before finally speaking, “She’s just throwing a fit. She’ll get over

How can you still think she’s just throwing a fit? If you don’t care for her, it might be best to let go. A woman like her has plenty of better options without you.”

his expression somber, and it was some time before he finally

not letting go.”

that, he stubbed out his cigarette with force,

the untouched food on the

and after a long moment, he chuckled, “Natalia, we’ve been together for three years. Do

it you who said our relationship was nothing more than a business deal? That feelings had no place in it?”

Hamilton’s eyes, and he suddenly regretted his past words.

Natalia, but he shouldn’t have denied her the right to have feelings for him. If she had really fallen for

I’m not letting go, Natalia. Do you really think hooking up with Caspian will get you out of our deal?”

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Natalia remained silent.

Hamilton was out of the mood to talk

in the hospital, Natalia was discharged and

she would take a bite or two, but then she’d vomit, a tumultuous retching that left her

think you can

off his