Echoes Of a Forsaken Heart (Natalia and Hamilton) novel Chapter 115

Hamilton furrowed his brow, a look of confusion crossing his face as if he hadn't quite caught Natalia’s words.

"What did you say?" His voice was frosty as his gaze locked onto Natalia.

Meeting his cold eyes, Natalia repeated firmly, "I said, I want to move out."

Hamilton's features darkened in an instant.

"Natalia, have you forgotten what I've told you? Our relationship doesn't end until I say it does!"

Her eyes did not waver as she responded, "I haven't forgotten. I know that in our relationship, I never had the right to say no."

She didn't say it was over because it wouldn't make a difference if she did!

"Mr. Fowler, you can call me anytime you need me. I'll be there at the drop of a hat."

Hamilton's deep-set eyes flared with a smoldering fire. Silent, he just stared at Natalia.

The atmosphere in the room was oppressively thick, but Natalia showed no sign of backing down.

After what felt like an eternity, Hamilton let out a mocking laugh. "Ms. Jenkins, you are quite the professional, always on call."

The insult was biting. Even though Natalia had steeled herself, his words stung deep.

Swallowing the tightness in her chest, she forced a smile. "Of course, I can't let your money go to waste."

Hamilton's mocking smile slowly faded as he regarded Natalia, his lips parting slightly with a chill in his voice.

"Just because I asked about your relationship with Ryan tonight, you want to move out of this house? Natalia, do you have the audacity to claim there's nothing between you and Ryan?"

Natalia let out a bitter laugh, "Indeed, there's nothing between Ryan and me, Hamilton, and you know better than anyone why I want to move out!"

He continued to fix her with a cold stare, and after a long pause, he scoffed disdainfully.

"I've dug up the truth you were after, and I even broke the rules to help you go after Eveleen. Natalia, don't get too greedy, and don't overestimate your importance!"

A wave of sourness flooded Natalia's heart. She had indeed overestimated herself in the past. That's why she kept foolishly trying to probe and fight for something more.

She thought her efforts and persistence might eventually elicit some kind of response from this man, even if it was just a tiny bit.

But now she faced the harsh truth. As much as she hated to admit it, she was nothing more than a plaything in Hamilton's eyes.

His tolerance and affection were mere whims, given when he was in a good mood. And yet, she had repeatedly fallen for those fleeting moments of kindness.

Natalia swallowed the bitterness, trying to appear nonchalant.

"Hamilton, I don't want to be caught between you and Eveleen anymore. I admit that I lack the family and connections; I can't compete with Eveleen. I've overstepped my bounds, and now I'm stepping back. Please, let me go."

Hamilton's expression turned even more unsightly at her words. He rose and cornered her against the door, pressing her hard against it.

"Did I ever force you, Natalia? Were those agreements signed under duress? Now you're asking me to let you go—isn't it a bit late for that?"

She met his gaze head-on.

"Yes, I signed that agreement of my own will, but Hamilton, the agreement was always just between you and me!"

Their agreement had never included Eveleen. If it were just her and Hamilton, perhaps she wouldn't mind staying until the agreement ended even knowing that in the end, it would all amount to nothing.

But unfortunately, he had his beloved. His heart was entirely devoted to his shining light, leaving Natalia with nothing but pain.

She was done.

Done with the hurt.

She didn't want to play this game anymore!

Hamilton gripped her chin fiercely, a hint of brutality in his eyes.

"Natalia, did you just figure out my relationship with Eveleen?"

"No, but today I finally realized what I mean to you. If you care so much for Eveleen, then marry her properly. Why bother with me?"

Tears glistened in Natalia's eyes, her lips quivering slightly. Stubbornly, she looked at Hamilton, her gaze unflinching.

Hamilton's heart twisted at the sight of her tears, but anger swelled within him too.

He was angry at Natalia's constant attempts to leave him!

His grip tightened.

"Natalia, do you really think moving out will free you from this relationship? Let me tell you, it's impossible. As long as you are mine, you will endure whatever I give you!"

His voice softened as he caressed Natalia's cheek with a semblance of affection.

"Darling, you should know I'm no saint, and I detest defiance. If I end up breaking you, don't blame me."