Crystal's One Night of Love

Chapter 170 Giving It A Try For I Love You Dearly

Henry pulled her into his embrace and pressed his lips against hers. “Say my name again.”

Crystal was reluctant to do so.

Nestling against his shoulder, she inhaled the subtle scent of his sweat, embracing him tenderly.

I’m guessing Henry wants to do it again.

Tracing her slender fingers along his chiseled features, she murmured, “Get some rest, and make sure to have some stew later.”

Henry’s gaze grew deep and profound. “Are you worried about me?” he asked.

Indeed, Crystal did feel concerned for him.

Captivated by her gentle and submissive demeanor, the desire within him surged, and he rolled over before pinning her down, yearning for another round.

Before their intimate moment could proceed further, however, his phone rang, playing a distinct ringtone reserved exclusively for Joshua.

Naturally, Crystal displayed a strong aversion toward Joshua’s phone call.

True to expectations, Henry’s face darkened after a brief conversation on the phone. He soon got to his feet and proceeded to get dressed.

Seeing this, Crystal wrapped her arms around him from behind, refusing to let him leave.

“Henry, can’t you just ignore her for once? You know she’s doing this on purpose. How much longer will you let her hurt you? Shouldn’t there be a limit to your debt of gratitude?” she exclaimed.

Isn’t he aware that I’m a woman as well? I can’t keep pretending everything is fine and make him some nourishing food just to watch him go to the hospital to donate blood for a deranged woman!

When her gaze fell upon the needle marks on his arm, she felt an overwhelming sense of suffocation.

Henry fell silent and simply gave her a passionate kiss that lasted for a long while.

He comforted her, waiting until she had calmed down a bit before reassuring her in a soft voice, “I’ll be back soon.”

“No, you won’t. Audrey won’t allow it,” Crystal whispered, her voice tinged with resignation.

Her tone grew serious, and she uttered, “Henry, Audrey is not your responsibility! While it’s understandable that you want to assist her with the lawsuit, your enabling behavior will only exacerbate her madness.”

In truth, what she wanted to convey was that if Audrey was truly experiencing mental illness, she should consider seeking treatment from a mental health professional.

Henry seemed to have grasped her underlying message.

His gaze flickered with profound and inscrutable emotions, making it difficult to discern his true thoughts. Sensing the weight of his silence, Crystal decided to keep the rest of her thoughts unspoken.

In the end, he still put on his clothes and left.

As usual, Henry did not return.

The spring nights were surprisingly chilly, and as the clock struck three in the morning, Crystal found it difficult to remain lying in bed. Although she initially considered returning to her condominium, she hesitated, not wanting to disturb Snowy.

Just like that, she sat motionless in the living room throughout the night.

Over the next two weeks, Audrey’s penchant for kicking up a fuss escalated to the point where Crystal hardly saw Henry anymore.

visibly unwell and would doze off

Crystal no longer wanted

was always the one who got the short end of the stick with no way out. In fact, the bond between them had become so tenuous that she found herself sympathizing with

given up

surprise, David

secretary of Miller Corporation arrived in a car to pick her up personally,

found

and personally brewed a cup of coffee for her. Smiling, he said, “I heard from Melora that you enjoy Mandheling coffee. I had my secretary purchase some beans for you. Please give it a

pleasantly surprised by the treatment

of David’s status rarely stooped

off about

down, David sat across from her and spoke in a relaxed manner. “Why haven’t you been coming to the house lately? Melora talks about you all the time, and Julia is eagerly looking forward to having a meal with

no idea how to respond to that, for she couldn’t see any hope or

businessman, David was well aware of the inner thoughts and emotions of a

also well acquainted with

her tenacious

Henry’s absence from home, David knew he had

intentions for doing this, but seeing the hardships you’ve endured recently, why not take some time abroad to heal your heart? Once your studies are completed and the legal issues with the Quinn family are resolved, all debts of gratitude will have been repaid. By then, you and Henry will be at the perfect age

up when she

wasn’t oblivious to the current circumstances,

in turn, alleviate some of the hardships Henry is facing. It seemed like a perfectly arranged solution, taking into account everyone’s well-being, but the fact remains that none of this is my fault, yet I’m the only one being sacrificed in the end. Everyone gets a happy ending, while I

it caused a pang in Crystal’s heart, leaving her breathless with pain.

into prolonged silence, stretching out

calm. It was as if he had an endless reservoir

gaze and uttered with a heavy heart, “I need some time

was deathly pale as she got to her

got his secretary to escort her back home.

left than Julia

here, but by the time she rushed over, the young woman was already gone. Her beautiful countenance was marred with concern as she began

of them would lead to a successful outcome! David Miller, I’m telling you right now that

sure the

helpless as he listened to his

consolation to her, all while feeling frustrated

main source of conflict in

love with Henry. After all, only love could make a beautiful woman who comes from a good family and has a successful career such as herself wait for him. The real issue here lay with my son, who failed to cherish her or perhaps

decision was born out of pure helplessness, for he knew that without this arrangement, their

believing

home with the invitation letter in her hand.

over it for three

she had a single encounter with Henry, and they simply embraced each other without going any

endure this sacrifice? Although I could entrust my career to capable hands during the two years that I’ll be gone, I won’t

of the day he had presented it to her. The echo of their shared moments filled her

she came to the conclusion that the love she held

circumstances, then I’m willing to take the gamble. I’ll take Dad and Anna with me to Ferropene. Once I’m done

made this decision, a sense of confusion

raging emotions cool off, for the man’s attractiveness

a tender kiss on his lips, whispering, “I love you very much, so

stirred when he felt the

over and pinned Crystal beneath him

remained silent, refusing to

intensity as his youthful vigor took over. He knew it was time to make up for his unfinished desires left