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.

and took a

look at him before

“Because of Henry?”

not

did not want to involve him in chaos because of her own problems. She believed that he deserved a better life than being stuck

took a slow drag of his cigarette.

on the accelerator until he reached the

spoke gently. “Crystal, I’ve liked you for a long time. I gave you up during the restaurant brawl with Robert because I realized Henry had feelings

her eyes, continuing. “Even if it means losing

words. Why is he willing to take such a risk when I’ve never

she were in her 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 less

eyes. I’m sorry. I know how it feels like to fall for

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

what I’m supposed

could Crystal not be

she sat quietly on

by her side,

having her phone within reach, she hesitated to call Henry. Eventually, she

the idea.

for the next two weeks.

Seth’s companies,

it was going through

Madison, inviting the latter to join her for an afternoon coffee.

she could not help but comment. “I’m surprised

Crystal responded with a faint grin.

It’s that obvious!”

a sip of the coffee she ordered before speaking in a hushed tone. “I heard from Charles that Seth’s company is in a tough spot. They’re dealing with financial issues and facing legal disputes.

visibly

familiar feeling of helplessness washed over

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

answering her directly, Madison gently held 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 stubborn

with Seth in the past, but he remained steadfast in his determination. He made it clear that he would not

spoon slowly, Crystal forced a smile

tightened her grip on

ultimate goal was not to be with Crystal. He simply wanted to help her address her grievance.

could stop this mess was none other

her coffee, Crystal took a stroll back to

Henry’s golden Bentley Continental parked outside the building.

at the passenger’s seat remained open

lifted his gaze and

into his car and, gazing ahead, posed a question in a composed tone. “Henry, what exactly

laugh. “Feel bad for Seth, huh? Do you really have no idea what I want? All I

by

down Seth’s company, nearly causing its collapse, all just to prevent her from meeting with Seth!

you’ve gone too far!”

asked you to come back to

she asked.