Crystal's One Night of Love

Chapter 184 I Would Rather You Hate Me

Early in the morning, Crystal took Snowy for a walk.

It was now early summer. Crystal was dressed in white sportswear that revealed a generous expanse of her fair legs, lending an alluring charm to her overall appearance.

Henry’s Adam’s apple bobbed multiple times when he saw her.

He stepped out of the car with a profound gaze, asking. Taking the dog for a walk?”

Crystal walked past him, guiding Snowy toward the lake.

Snowy turned around and barked at him a few times.

Henry lowered his head, lit a cigarette, and simply trailed behind her.

Crystal ignored him.

After walking the dog for an hour, she had breakfast and purchased a packet of toast and milk on her journey back home.

As she ascended the stairs, Henry firmly grasped her slender wrist and inquired, “Are you with him?”

Crystal was taken aback.

Then she realized that he had witnessed the scene the previous night and had followed her all the way to this place.

Crystal’s expression turned icy. “Mr. Miller, we have already ended our relationship! It is none of your concern who I am with, and I have no obligation to provide you with any explanations!”

She forcefully pushed his hand away and briskly made her way into the condominium.

Once she closed the door, she leaned against the door panel, pressing her back against it.

No matter how many times she encountered Henry, her heart continued to ache in his presence, and she still couldn’t feign indifference. However, she was determined to put an end to the agony and move forward with her life.

Why does he keep pestering me like this?

Crystal contemplated the idea of moving, but she had done nothing wrong and shouldn’t feel obliged to avoid him.

Despite Crystal’s rejection of Seth that night, Seth did not give up his pursuit.

He was a smart man, and after the rejection, he chose to pursue her in a gentle and subtle manner.

He would only make four or five appearances per month, either visiting her home for a meal or sending health products to Anna. Over time, word spread throughout Barnwood that Seth had developed feelings for her and was actively pursuing her.

That night, Seth ran into Crystal again.

With a cheeky face, he invited himself over to Crystal’s condominium for a meal. However, at nine o’clock

the evening, he got ready to leave and did not give

him

she hesitated, contemplating whether to say

remain silent.

Seth chuckled.

could captivate any girl, and

of this effect he

With a

a long time, lost in her

night wind

beneath a sycamore tree. She gently her eyes, relishing the sensation

figure emerged. Henry’s gaze was

just moments ago, observing Seth’s smile directed at Crystal and the immediate shift in her demeanor. In that instant, he rushed over to Crystal as he was overwhelmed with emotions. Then, he gently pinched Crystal’s chin, pressed his lips against hers, and even slipped the

was taken by

her in a tight embrace. His grip was so intense that her ribs ached, and his breath lingered in her

you crazy? Let me go!”

struggled to push him

for more. Crystal

her body well, targeting

ascertain if she still held him in her heart. There was no Seth, only Henry-the

so much so as if she was going to be taken by him in the

next moment.

as she slapped Henry’s face. Her body trembled violently in the

once again grasped her chin firmly and

struggle anymore.

her eyes glistened with tears. “Henry, please don’t make me despise you even more. If it’s not Seth, there will be someone else. I will fall in love with some other man

Henry stopped suddenly.

slightly labored. He spoke with a hoarse. voice, “Crystal, I would rather have you hate me than feel nothing at all. At least if you hate me, it means I still hold a place in your heart. But you’ve been giving me the cold shoulder. You knew I was here, yet you cooked for him, walked him downstairs, and even greeted him with a smile… It seems like you’re giving him the opportunity to pursue you. Crystal, even the coldest heart should have thawed by now. Is it so difficult for you to give me a chance? It’s evident that you still have feelings for me, and you responded when I kissed and

even more moist at the edges.

and replied, “Yes, Henry, I do experience physical reactions when you touch me. But isn’t that a normal response for any mature woman? I could experience

went pale.

she and Henry locked eyes, gazing at each other.

you were the one who didn’t want me. What’s the

turned and walked toward the condominium.

few steps, she paused. “Please

realized that Crystal would never turn back, no matter what he

name, feeling dizzy

of decadence. Aside from going to

weeks, but eventually decided to take matters

bucket of ice-cold water was poured over Henry, drenching

to sobriety and

a tirade. “Pathetic piece of sh*t! Do you think drinking is going to solve anything? Do you think a woman will return to you after you’re drunk? I guarantee you, seeing you in this state only makes Crystal despise you even more! Henry, what have I taught you? As