Crystal's One Night of Love

Chapter 115 An Insignificant Floret

Henry gently caressed Crystal’s long hair and said in a hoarse voice, “I’m sorry. I have some business matters to attend to.” He stood up and headed to the study.

His actions were rather abrupt, leaving Crystal with no choice but wonder what was going on in his mind.

She did not desire him to define their relationship. She simply sensed something peculiar about. Henry.

She must have returned.

Crystal could not help but shudder as a chill ran through her body. I mentioned Mr. Quinn’s daughter just now… Is she the one? But I’ve met Mr. Quinn numerous times. Henry was even on the phone with him while engaging in those activities with me. He even teased me many times. Yet, he never once mentioned that Mr. Quinn’s daughter was the woman in his life! No one told me about it. Everyone knew about it, except me!

The early autumn night felt unusually chilly.

Crystal sat alone on the couch in the living room, with only a wall separating her from Henry, yet she felt as if they were worlds apart.

To some extent, she had fallen for him. The roses by the pillow in the early morning, the Morning Dew, and those intimate nights… They mean nothing at all!

Crystal could not help but flash a self–deprecating smile. The name “Audrey” seems to carry more weight than everything Henry and I have experienced together.

Crystal knew she was not in any position to talk to Henry because of how insignificant she was. We’re nothing!

No matter how foolish she might be, she could discern Henry’s attitude toward her. Since that woman still holds such a significant influence over him, I’ll step aside instead of subjecting myself to humiliation! He wants to be alone? Fine! I’ll give him space!

Nonetheless, she still prepared supper for him by packing it in a thermos and placing it on the dining table, hoping he would see it when he came out of the study.

Crystal sat quietly in the living room, going through the financial reports of the music center, then took a bath and performed her skincare routine. One thing her failed four–year relationship with Robert had taught her was that being compassionate toward men would not yield any positive outcomes for her.

Henry remained in his study till late at night.

The ashtray on the wooden desk brimmed with cigarette butts, and the study was engulfed in a haze of smoke. After finishing his last cigarette, he crushed the empty pack and threw it into the

His eyes grew sore, a clear indication that it was getting late.

He stood up and walked out resolutely.

The living room was dimly lit, with only a small night light that Crystal had switched on for him. In the faint glow, he effortlessly spotted the supper set on the dining table.

caramelized pear soup, a perfect choice for soothing his stomach in the middle

a few mouthfuls before entering the

had already fallen into a deep slumber. She lay on her

he had previously heard implying that a woman’s choice of nightwear would reveal her

what

he hugged her from the

but

Crystal sighed before turning around. “Leave

Henry had no interest in pursuing physical intimacy with her

clarified, “Audrey and I were in a

was struck dumb for a

his chest and whispered in a hidden corner, “Are you considering

was somewhat indifferent.

ask any further. That explanation doesn’t hold water. It seems that he’s only saying that to reassure himself

never part of the equation, and she was well aware

hugged his neck tightly and deliberately said, “That’s good! I don’t want to be the third wheel your

by her reaction. It’s almost like she intentionally tries to get on my

her chestnut–colored long hair. “Dress nicely for Melora’s birthday banquet

with a faint

Melora’s birthday. To be more precise, Audrey had returned for Henry. While he could potentially avoid seeing her on regular days, at events like a birthday banquet, there would

could not help but feel sorry for

next day

be Melora’s final celebration at the Miller residence. As she was the cherished. gem of the Miller family, they opted to host the banquet at their

her birthday celebration, wanting to provide her

was adorned with magnificent

were live bands, exquisite cuisine, and well–dressed prominent guests. Melora

chosen a white silk gown for

enticing open back. adorned with delicate

both beauty and

it, concerned about the revealing nature of the back. However, with Crystal’s long hair cascading down, it added

Henry’s arm as they extended warm greetings to the