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.

two occasions she met him, he appeared visibly unwell and

longer wanted to question him anything.

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

she had already given up

David sought her

her up personally, respectfully stating, “Miss Winters, our CEO

hour later, Crystal found herself sitting

in high regard as 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.

pleasantly surprised by the treatment she

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

off about this…

and spoke in a relaxed manner. “Why haven’t you been coming to the house lately?

to that, for she couldn’t see any hope or

the inner thoughts

also well acquainted with his son’s temperament.

Crystal. She’s a stunning woman, and her tenacious spirit surpasses

home, David

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

stiffened up when

current circumstances, and she understood David’s

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

pang in Crystal’s heart, leaving her breathless

silence, stretching out for what seemed like

calm. It was as if he had an endless reservoir of

a heavy heart, “I need some time to consider

pale as she got to

twinge of sympathy, David got his secretary to escort her back home.

had Crystal left than Julia

from 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

to a successful outcome! David Miller, I’m telling you right now that if this situation ends

going to make sure the two of you live a lonely life!”

helpless as he listened to his

feeling frustrated with

a father and a man, he was keenly aware that the main source of conflict in

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

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

took a gamble, believing in Crystal’s unwavering

returned home with the invitation letter in her

it for three

had a single encounter with Henry, and they simply embraced each other

pivotal question. Would my fondness and love for him be enough to endure this sacrifice? Although I could entrust my career to capable hands during the two years that I’ll be gone, I won’t be able

morning light broke, Crystal delicately traced her fingers over the ring adorning her hand, reliving the stirring emotions of the

she held

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 Henry and will

this decision, a sense of confusion and

she felt her raging emotions cool off, for the man’s

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

he felt the kiss.

over and pinned Crystal beneath him before asking, “What

remained silent, refusing to repeat

intensity as his youthful vigor took over. He knew it was