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?”

She had wanted to focus on her

now, considering Tatiana’s exorbitant medical expenses, she knew

figuring it out.”

if there’s anything I can help with, just give me a

said, then hesitated before pulling an envelope from under her pillow.

envelope directly to

intensity as he glanced through the contents. After he finished, a complex look settled on his face as he gazed back at Natalia.

there was anger,

An inexplicable compassion.

didn’t you file a lawsuit

she had found that implicated Eveleen in

you. As for the legal fees, I

gently. “Helping out a friend once in a while doesn’t require a

was already turning to leave, leaving behind a simple “Take care

out of the room, he saw Hamilton

face was a storm of emotions, a cigarette

for two

a glance and asked,

eyebrow. “And why shouldn’t

say I didn’t warn you. She can’t afford your fees.”

on were usually high–stakes corporate disputes or high–profile divorces. A single case could

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like to play

as he said, “Caspian, are you really telling me you have no interest in her? I find

you truly don’t want her to leave, then consider why she’s so adamant about it instead of throwing tantrums at her. She might not be able to stand up to you, but

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

affairs is my business. But since she signed

whether I help someone is my business. You should know by now. I

lit his cigarette and took a drag before finally speaking, “She’s

Hamilton. How can you still think she’s just throwing a fit? If you don’t care for her, it might be best to let

expression somber, and it was

not letting go.”

he stubbed out his cigarette with

bed, the untouched food

felt increasingly suffocated. He looked at Natalia, and after a long moment, he chuckled, “Natalia, we’ve been together for three years. Do you really feel nothing for

She mustered a strained smile. “Wasn’t it you who

eyes, and

denied her the right to have feelings for him. If she had

Do you really think hooking up with

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Natalia remained silent.

out of the mood to

spending two more days in the hospital, Natalia

to eat. Sometimes, under Hamilton’s pressing, she would take a bite or two, but then she’d vomit, a tumultuous retching that left

face growing darker by the minute. “Natalia, if you think you can be more stubborn me, you’ve got another thing coming!”

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