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?”

focus on her translation work, to aim

now, considering Tatiana’s exorbitant medical expenses,

figuring it out.”

if there’s anything I

pulling an envelope from under her pillow.

envelope directly

he glanced through the contents. After he finished, a complex look settled on his face as

eyes, there was anger, but more

An inexplicable compassion.

lawsuit before? It’s been months.”

the evidence she had found that implicated Eveleen in causing her

induced. Please, Mr. Spiegel, I’m counting on you. As for the legal fees,

head gently. “Helping out a friend once in a

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

Caspian came out of the room, he saw Hamilton

storm of emotions, a cigarette dangling unlit from his

for

him a glance and asked, “You’re really going to help her?”

raised an eyebrow. “And

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

usually high–stakes corporate disputes or high–profile divorces.

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I like to play the

you really telling me you have no interest in her? I find that hard

now? If 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 do you really think holding on to her like this is satisfying? If you

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 a beggar wouldn’t stick around for this kind of

is my

someone is my business. You should know by now. I support

took a drag before finally speaking, “She’s

If you don’t care for her, it might be best to let go. A woman like her has plenty of

it was some time before he finally

letting

his cigarette with force,

bed, the

he chuckled, “Natalia, we’ve been

She mustered a strained smile. “Wasn’t it you who said our relationship was nothing more than a business deal? That

flash of pain crossed Hamilton’s eyes, and he suddenly regretted his

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

not letting go, Natalia. Do you really think hooking up with Caspian will get you out of our

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Natalia remained silent.

out of the mood to talk anymore.

hospital, Natalia was discharged and

a bite or two, but then she’d vomit,

watched, his face growing darker by the minute. “Natalia, if you think you can be

laughed off