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.

a red light, he lit a cigarette and took a

before responding softly, “Seth, let’s

“Because of Henry?”

did not deny it..

to involve him in chaos because of her own problems. She believed that he deserved a better life than being stuck with

a slow drag

traffic light turned green, he lightly stepped on the

because I realized Henry had feelings for you. I gave up because I was no match for him, and the

into her eyes, continuing. “Even if it

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

early twenties, she might have been more willing to face challenges together with him. but now, at the age of twenty-five, she had become more cautious and

feels like to fall for someone, and it’s not wrong to develop feelings

by the weight of the situation, Seth responded with a light-hearted chuckle.

supposed to deal with, all right? Don’t be stressed about it.”

could Crystal not be

home, she sat quietly on the couch.

her and nestled by her side,

hesitated to

the idea.

did not contact Seth for

Technologies, one of Seth’s companies, in the business news. The articles highlighted the company’s financial struggles, indicating

going through significant challenges.

this day, Crystal reached out to Madison, inviting the latter to join her for an

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

responded with a faint grin.

Crystal. It’s

Charles that Seth’s company is in a tough spot. They’re dealing with

was visibly

helplessness washed over her again.

all Henry’s

Crystal’s hand. “Henry has significant influence and connections, and it’s no surprise that he surpasses Seth in terms of power and networks. But Seth is

but he remained steadfast in his determination. He made it clear that he would not give up, even if it meant risking

her coffee with a spoon slowly, Crystal forced a smile and said, “I’ll

tightened her grip on Crystal’s hand.

both knew that their advice would be in vain because Seth’s ultimate goal was

stop this mess was none other

finishing her coffee, Crystal took a stroll back to the

reaching, she noticed Henry’s golden Bentley Continental

inside, puffing at a cigarette. The car door at the passenger’s

his gaze and locked

car and, gazing ahead, posed a question in a composed tone. “Henry,

what I want? All I ask is for your assurance that you won’t meet or have any contact with

was appalled by

causing its collapse, all just to

gone too far!”

for a moment before scoffing. “I haven’t even asked you to come back

she asked.