Crystal's One Night of Love

Chapter 197 I Would Like To Meet You

After Joshua departed, Crystal remained alone for a long time. By the time she rejoined the banquet, she had managed to regain her composure.

Pete approached her, striding by her side. “Has that old man come looking for you again? Did he squander all of his money and now expects you to support him until his final days?”

As she lifted a glass of champagne, she admonished the man, “It’s not suitable to engage in gossip within such a formal setting.”

“I was just worried about you.” He snorted.

Crystal could easily discern his underlying thoughts; it was clear that he merely aimed to provoke conflict with Henry. She hadn’t deluded herself into thinking that a playboy like Pete would be infatuated with her to such an extent.

Alas, she had accepted Edward’s money and had no choice but to take care of the younger

Zelcest.

Crystal continued to accompany Pete as they socialized with the guests, displaying grace and elegance in her demeanor. Even the spirited young man behaved impeccably without any signs of unruliness.

Some distance away, two wealthy men were engrossed in a casual conversation.

“David, the twenty million I spent was well worth it. In just a little over a month, Pete has undergone such a remarkable transformation!” Edward remarked with a chuckle.

David concurred, “I must say, our dear Crystal has also matured quite a bit. It seems that when a young woman comes across someone younger than herself, that maternal instinct is often sparked, wouldn’t you agree?”

As his words hung in the air, David also let out a chuckle.

This caused Edward’s face to stiffen as he asked with an awkward smile, “Our dear Crystal?”

A flicker of surprise passed over David’s face as he responded, “Ed, aren’t you aware? Crystal and Henry were on the brink of getting married, but they encountered a minor conflict and are currently working through it together.”

Edward’s heart began to pound.

Crystal is truly remarkable, but can that son of mine contend with Henry? After all, he’s widely acknowledged in the legal field as a master of manipulation, capable of obtaining anything he desires.

Edward couldn’t help feeling worried for his son as that thought brewed in his mind.

Still mindful of his reputation and eager to maintain his image, he mustered a forced, cheerful laugh and raised his wine glass. “In matters of pursuing women,” he remarked, “it all boils down to one’s personal -skills and abilities!”

It was then the topic of their discussion, Henry, arrived.

The uninvited man’s presence, combined with his distinctive identity, captured the attention of everyone

around.

Henry came into Crystal’s field of sight as soon as she turned around. The man was wearing a classic black

suit, contrasting with her elegant white evening gown.

the bustling throng. In that fleeting moment, it was as if the entire world melted away, and all the clamor of voices fell

strides, coming to a poised halt before her. With a

utterly taken aback by

couldn’t conceal his growing discontent as he observed the unfolding

Crystal snap back to reality, her

chuckle

they had endured and the disdain she held for him, Henry knew that Crystal couldn’t deny her undeniable allure to his physical appearance. The telltale glimmer in her eyes had inadvertently unveiled the

extended a gift,

voice imbued with tender warmth. “Henceforth, I shall never

occasion.

preserving her poise, mindful of the

“Please, Mr. Miller, the nature of our relationship appears ill-suited for such words

before gracefully moving on

her as she conversed, mingled with others, and even joined the guests in swaying to the rhythm of the music. Every now

behavior was nothing short of

she alone bore the weight of her fragility, concealed beneath a tapestry of

the restroom as the evening drew to a close. Once inside, she subjected her face

as he waited for her. Seizing the moment, he couldn’t resist making a playful dig at the woman. “Ever since that Miller guy showed up. your gaze has changed. What’s so remarkable about him? If he’s so amazing, why

her voice turning frigid

your business!”

followed closely behind her. “I’m not saying I want to meddle, but seeing you act like this, it just makes me think you’re being

anything? Living like a nun at the young

to an abrupt halt, her body tensing up and frozen

Dang it!

feelings. Indeed, after her encounter with Henry, Crystal had become paralyzed by the fear of love. While everyone had

as carefree as she had hoped to

accompany her home, opting instead to hail a taxi. As she descended to the bustling street below, her gaze was

leaned casually against his car, engrossed in a cigarette. His mind was seemingly occupied by his thoughts.

neon-lit sky, he continued to dazzle, his radiance unabated. However, Crystal found herself unable to withstand his brilliance any longer.

and waited, Henry extinguished his cigarette and approached her. A faint furrow appeared on his brow as he inquired, “Where is Pete? Why isn’t he accompanying you home?”

gaze fixed on the mesmerizing musical

spare me? For someone like you, heartbreak might be as trivial as a mere stumble, leaving no lasting impact on your being. However, as an ordinary person, I cannot afford to go through it again! Regardless

was frozen in place by the sudden change in the atmosphere.

absent. If I were to truly marry you, it might take three to five years

“So, let’s just

door and climbed inside without

embrace of the

aware that reclaiming the woman was indeed more arduous than scaling the heavens. and a growing sense of agitation

to her condominium with newfound

refused to let Henry occupy her thoughts any longer, resolving to remov completely.

disruption, with no calls or appearances. outside her condominium. Crystal believed they had finally turned a new chapter in

after Crystal had returned home for the doorbell to ring. Approaching the door with curiosity, she opened it to find Charles standing on the other side,

water for him. “What’s wrong? Did something happen

took a seat on the

only through their association with Madison that they grew closer and had the opportunity to share a couple of meals together.

his hands, the man revealed in a soft voice, “Madison