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.

the only two occasions she met him, he appeared visibly unwell and would doze off the moment

passed, Crystal no longer wanted to question

knew that throughout the course of their relationship, she was always the one who got the short end of the stick with no

found herself pondering that, perhaps subconsciously, she had already given up on this relationship and was

David sought her out.

pick her up personally, respectfully

hour later, Crystal found herself sitting in David’s office.

coffee for her. Smiling, he said, “I heard from

by the

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

about this…

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

to respond to that, for she couldn’t see any hope or prospects in her

David was well aware of the inner thoughts and emotions of a young

was also well acquainted with his

a stunning woman, and her tenacious spirit surpasses even that of

and Henry’s absence from home, David knew he had to do something about it.

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

when she

oblivious to the current circumstances, and she understood David’s intentions.

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

thought of it caused a pang in Crystal’s heart, leaving her

silence, stretching out for what seemed like

It was as if he had an endless reservoir of patience when it came to dealing with this young

heavy heart, “I need some time to

as she got to

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

Crystal left than Julia

time she rushed over, the young woman

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

make sure the two of you live a

as he listened

consolation to her, all while feeling frustrated with his son’s

a father and a man, he was keenly aware that the main source of conflict in this situation was not Audrey

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

for he knew that without this arrangement, their

believing in

invitation

it for three

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

the morning light broke, Crystal delicately traced her fingers over the ring adorning her hand, reliving the stirring emotions of the day he had presented it to her. The echo of their

the love she held for

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

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

of her, she felt her raging emotions cool off,

lips, whispering, “I love you

when he felt the kiss.

Crystal beneath him before asking,

silent, refusing

was time to make up for his unfinished desires