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.

took a

look at him before responding softly, “Seth,

“Because of Henry?”

not deny it..

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

drag of his

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

in his seat, he 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 for you. I gave up because

eyes, continuing. “Even if it

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

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

like to fall for

she was burdened by the weight of the situation, Seth responded with a light-hearted

a man, so let me deal with what I’m supposed to deal with, all right?

how could Crystal not be

home, she sat quietly

by

she hesitated to call Henry. Eventually, she decided

the idea.

contact Seth for the

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

was going through significant

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

a cheerful expression. As she took the seat opposite Crystal, she could not help but comment. “I’m

responded with a

Crystal. It’s

a hushed tone. “I heard from Charles that Seth’s company is in a tough spot. They’re dealing with financial issues and

visibly taken aback.

familiar feeling of helplessness washed over her

she asked, “It’s all

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 and will not give up easily. Crystal, you need to talk to

reason with Seth in the past, but he remained steadfast in his determination. He made it clear

her coffee with a spoon slowly, Crystal forced a smile and said,

tightened her grip

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

stop this mess was

a stroll back to the condominium instead of calling

Bentley Continental parked outside the building.

car door at the passenger’s seat remained open as

he lifted his gaze and locked it onto her with unwavering

ahead, posed a question in a composed tone.

Do you really have no idea what I want? All I ask is for your assurance that you won’t meet or

was appalled by his

a scheme to bring down Seth’s company, nearly causing its collapse, all

you’ve gone too far!”

haven’t even asked you to come back to me and live

together?” she asked.