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 drag. “You know you can speak your mind, right?” he finally voiced.

him before responding softly, “Seth, let’s stop seeing

“Because of Henry?”

did not deny

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

drag

the accelerator until he reached the entrance of Crystal’s condominium.

realized Henry had feelings for you. I gave up because I was

and gazed into her eyes, continuing. “Even if it means losing

is he willing to take such a

were in her early twenties, she might have been more willing to face challenges together with him. but now, at the age of

Crystal gradually shut her eyes. I’m sorry. I know how it feels like to

weight of the situation, Seth responded

I’m supposed to deal with, all right? Don’t be stressed about

Crystal not

returning home, she sat

and nestled by her side, seeking comfort.

she hesitated to call

the idea.

did not contact Seth for the next

the frequent negative headlines about Jake-Seth Technologies, one of Seth’s companies, in the business news. The articles highlighted the

going through

out to Madison, inviting the latter to join her for

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 busy you always are. Is this about

responded

Crystal. It’s

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

was visibly

feeling of helplessness washed

wryly, she asked, “It’s all Henry’s doing,

connections, and it’s no surprise that he surpasses Seth in

determination. He made it clear that he would not give up, even if it meant risking everything he had.

Crystal forced a smile and said, “I’ll

tightened her grip on

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

only person who could stop this mess was

her coffee, Crystal took a stroll back to the condominium instead of calling a

she noticed Henry’s golden Bentley Continental parked outside

sat inside, puffing at a cigarette. The car door at the passenger’s seat remained open as

over, he lifted his gaze and locked it onto

a question in a composed tone. “Henry, what

what I want? All I

appalled by his audacity.

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

you’ve gone

scoffing. “I haven’t even asked you to

she asked.