Crystal's One Night of Love

Chapter 187 All The Work Of Henry

Crystal’s body trembled uncontrollably as anger surged within her.

Fury and a profound sense of helplessness overwhelmed her. “Henry, are you intentionally driving away everyone dear to me? Does it bring you joy to witness my isolation from friends and family?”

Henry sneered, his voice filled with disdain. “You’re referring to Seth? What kind of friend is he, really? It’s clear to everyone that he has ulterior motives toward you!”

Crystal was well aware that Henry was not making empty threats. When he set his mind on something, he was relentless in pursuing it. If he mentioned his intentions to go up against Seth, he meant every word.

Crystal did not dare to take any risks.

Seth was her friend, someone who had supported her on multiple occasions, so she did not want to drag him into their conflict.

However, resentment grew within her heart.

She had not done anything wrong. She had simply developed feelings for someone at some point, but it seemed merely liking someone had become a sin. If that was the case, she would rather have never loved Henry at all.

Crystal lowered her gaze, a faint smile forming on her lips.

In a soft voice, she expressed her thoughts. “What you feel for me isn’t love. It’s merely anger and jealousy because someone dares to take your prized possession away. Henry, love is not about possessing someone. It’s about granting each other freedom and letting go.”

“Like what Seth did? What’s the point of liking someone if we don’t desire to possess them?” Henry remained expressionless. At least that was not how it worked for him; he would do anything to obtain whatever he desired.

Crystal remained silent.

Henry took a step closer and reached out to touch her cheek, but she turned away, avoiding his touch.

“So I can’t even touch you anymore, huh?” Henry let go of her and adjusted his shirt in front of the mirror. His eyes met hers in the reflection.

Meanwhile, Seth was already standing outside the elevator when the doors opened.

He cast Crystal a gentle glance and uttered, “I’ll send you home.”

Recalling Henry’s warning, Crystal stiffened up.

Nevertheless, Seth gently wrapped his arm over her shoulders and whispered, “You look like you’re about to cry! Let’s go home, okay?”

For a moment, Crystal was dazed.

She glanced at Seth and ultimately complied, getting into the car with him.

In the hotel lobby, Henry stood under the dim lights, watching as Crystal got into Seth car

A faint smile flashed across his face. Crystal, since you won’t let me come to you, I’ll just have to wait for you to

return to me.

In the car, Seth could sense that Crystal had something to say to him.

waiting at a red light, he lit a cigarette and took a drag.

to look at him before responding softly, “Seth, let’s stop seeing each

“Because of Henry?”

did not deny

because of her own problems. She believed

drag of his

on the accelerator until he reached

long time. I gave you up during the restaurant brawl with Robert because I realized Henry had feelings for you. I gave up because I was no match for him, and the Murray family couldn’t compete with the Millers.

eyes, continuing. “Even if

was bereft of words. Why is he willing to take such a risk when I’ve never made any promises

together with him. but now, at the age of twenty-five, she

Crystal gradually shut her eyes. I’m sorry. I know how it feels like to fall for someone, and it’s not wrong to develop

she was burdened by the weight of the situation, Seth responded with

so let me deal with what I’m supposed to deal

how could Crystal not be stressed?

home, she sat quietly

and nestled by her

reach, she hesitated to call Henry. Eventually, she

the idea.

did not contact Seth for the next two weeks.

Jake-Seth Technologies, one of Seth’s companies, in

going

inviting the latter to join her for

arrived around two-thirty in the afternoon, wearing a cheerful expression. As she took the seat opposite Crystal, she could not help but comment. “I’m surprised you managed to find time to meet up with me, considering how

Crystal responded with a faint grin.

Crystal. It’s that obvious!”

is in a tough spot. They’re dealing with financial issues and facing legal disputes. Seth is practically working eighteen

visibly taken

familiar feeling of helplessness washed over her again.

she asked, “It’s all Henry’s doing, isn’t

“Henry has significant influence and connections, and it’s no surprise that he surpasses Seth in terms of power and networks. But Seth is stubborn and will not give up easily. Crystal, you need to

remained steadfast in his determination. He made it clear that he would not give up,

a spoon slowly, Crystal forced a

tightened her grip on Crystal’s hand.

was not to be with

stop this mess was none other

finishing her coffee, Crystal took a stroll back to the condominium

Henry’s golden Bentley Continental parked outside

at the passenger’s seat remained open as if he was waiting

he lifted his gaze and locked it onto her with unwavering focus.

question in

I want? All I ask is for your assurance

appalled by his audacity.

its collapse, all just to prevent her from

you’ve gone too far!”

stared at her intently for a moment before scoffing. “I haven’t even asked you to

she asked.