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.

light, he lit a cigarette and took a

her head to look at him before responding softly, “Seth,

“Because of Henry?”

not deny it..

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

took a slow drag of his cigarette.

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

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 I was no match for

and gazed into her eyes, continuing. “Even if

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

with him. but now, at the age of twenty-five, she had

sorry. I know how it feels like to fall for someone, and it’s not wrong

by the weight of the situation, Seth responded with a

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

could Crystal not

she sat quietly on

and nestled by her side,

she hesitated to call Henry. Eventually, she decided

the idea.

contact Seth for the next two weeks.

one of Seth’s companies,

it was going through

inviting the latter to join her for an afternoon

Crystal, she could not help but comment. “I’m surprised you managed to

it that obvious?” Crystal responded with a faint

It’s that

that Seth’s company is in a tough spot. They’re dealing with financial issues and facing legal disputes. Seth is practically working eighteen hours a day.”

visibly taken

of helplessness washed

“It’s all Henry’s

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

his determination. He made it clear

Crystal forced a smile and

her grip on Crystal’s

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

person who could stop this mess was none other than

a stroll back to the condominium

Bentley Continental parked

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

his gaze and

ahead, posed a question in a composed tone. “Henry, what exactly do you

want? All I ask is for your assurance that you

by

causing its collapse, all just to prevent her from

gone

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

together?” she