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.

lit a cigarette and took a drag.

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

“Because of Henry?”

not deny it..

in chaos because of her own problems. She believed that he deserved

took a slow drag of his cigarette.

the traffic light turned green, he lightly stepped on the accelerator until he reached the entrance

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 for you. I gave up because I was no match for him, and

gazed into her eyes,

bereft of words. Why is he willing to take such a risk when

more willing to face challenges together with him. but now, at the age of twenty-five, she had become

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

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

deal with what I’m supposed to deal

could Crystal not

returning home, she sat quietly on

by her side,

to call Henry. Eventually, she decided to

the idea.

for the next

headlines about Jake-Seth Technologies, one of Seth’s companies, in the business news.

going through

Crystal reached out to Madison, inviting the

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

it that obvious?” Crystal responded with a

Crystal. It’s that

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. Seth is

was visibly taken

feeling of helplessness washed over her again.

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

Seth in

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

Crystal forced a smile and said, “I’ll try.”

tightened her grip on Crystal’s

be in vain because Seth’s ultimate goal was not to be with Crystal.

who could stop this

coffee, Crystal took a stroll back to the condominium

noticed Henry’s golden Bentley Continental

door at the passenger’s seat remained open as

lifted his gaze and locked it onto

a question in a composed tone. “Henry, what exactly do you intend to

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

by

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

you’ve gone too

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

together?” she asked.