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.

unwell

no longer wanted to question him

of their relationship, she was always the one who got the short end of the stick with no way out. In fact, the bond between them

that, perhaps subconsciously, she had already given up on this relationship and was simply waiting for an eventual outcome to unfold.

surprise, David sought her out.

secretary of Miller Corporation arrived in a car to pick her up personally, respectfully stating, “Miss Winters, our CEO would like to

Crystal found herself sitting in David’s

he dismissed his secretary 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

Crystal was pleasantly surprised by the treatment

also aware that individuals of David’s status rarely stooped to such humble gestures without any

off about

from her and spoke in a relaxed manner. “Why haven’t you been coming to the

she couldn’t see any hope or prospects

inner

also well acquainted with his son’s temperament.

woman, and her tenacious

trouble and Henry’s absence from home, David knew

invitation across the table to Crystal. With a warm smile on his face, he said, “This is an invitation to join the most renowned music academy in Ferropene. I have no other 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 to marry and start a family.”

stiffened up when she heard

to the current circumstances, and she understood David’s

I would have to bear the burden and make sacrifices. By getting me to leave, Audrey would stop kicking up a fuss which will, 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 would have to leave my home and start

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

office fell into prolonged silence, stretching out

demeanor remained calm. It was as if he had an endless reservoir of patience when it came to dealing with

gaze and uttered with a heavy heart,

was deathly pale as she got

got his secretary to escort her back

had Crystal left than Julia

somewhere that Crystal would be here, but by the time she rushed over, the young woman was already gone. Her beautiful countenance was marred with concern as she began to reprimand her husband

would only have two chances for romantic relationships in his life, and only one of them would lead to a successful outcome! David Miller, I’m telling you right now that if this situation ends up ruining Henry’s marriage prospects, I will take Melora and Crystal with me

make sure the two of you

felt helpless as he listened to his

while feeling frustrated with his

he was keenly aware that the main source of conflict in this situation

genuinely 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

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

believing in Crystal’s unwavering

home with the invitation letter in her hand.

pondered over it

and they simply embraced each other without going

to ask herself the pivotal question. Would my fondness and love for him be enough to endure this sacrifice? Although I could entrust my career to capable

the ring adorning her hand, reliving the stirring emotions of the day he had presented

the conclusion that the love she held for Henry surpassed any reservations or sacrifices that lay ahead.

change our circumstances, then I’m willing to take the gamble. I’ll take Dad and Anna with me to Ferropene. Once I’m done with my piano studies, I believe that I’ll be better suited for

Crystal made this decision, a sense of confusion and uncertainty filled her heart.

her raging emotions cool off, for the man’s attractiveness had enraptured her

in and planted a tender kiss on his lips, whispering, “I love you very much, so let’s

stirred when he

him before asking, “What did you

Crystal remained silent, refusing

it was time to make up for his unfinished desires left