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

1. it.

“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

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

still figuring it

anything I can

hesitated before pulling an envelope from under her pillow. “Mr. Spiegel, there’s one more thing I need to ask of you.”

envelope

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

was anger, but more so, there

An inexplicable compassion.

lawsuit before? It’s been

had

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

her head gently. “Helping out a friend once in a while doesn’t require a fee. I’m not after

but Caspian was already turning to leave, leaving behind a

the room, he

emotions, a cigarette dangling unlit

here for two

him a glance and asked, “You’re

an eyebrow. “And

I didn’t warn you. She can’t

high–profile divorces. A single case could

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like to play

“Caspian, are you really telling me you have no interest in her? I find that hard to believe.”

you look right 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 have the guts, make her want to stay by your

see through her little schemes. I can’t believe you don’t know what kind

affairs is my business. But since she signed the agreement

help someone is my business. You should know by now. I support justice, not relationships.”

cigarette and took a drag before finally speaking, “She’s just throwing a fit.

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

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

letting go.”

he stubbed out his cigarette with force, turned,

in bed, the untouched

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 fought to keep her emotion at bay. She mustered a strained smile. “Wasn’t it you who said our relationship was nothing more than a business deal? That feelings had no place in

crossed Hamilton’s eyes, and he

he shouldn’t have denied her the right to have feelings for him. If she

you really think hooking up with Caspian

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Natalia remained silent.

of the mood to

days in the hospital, Natalia was discharged and

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

the minute. “Natalia, if you think you can be more stubborn me, you’ve

just laughed off