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.

In that fleeting moment, it was as

with graceful strides, coming to a poised halt before her. With a gentle

rendered speechless, utterly taken aback by

beside her, couldn’t conceal his growing discontent as he observed the unfolding spectacle. Hmph! Clearly, she hasn’t truly let go of her past love.

gently nudged her did Crystal snap back to reality, her mind returning from its temporary wanderings.

chuckle escaped Henry’s lips.

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 depths of her unspoken

he extended a gift, his movements marked

he uttered, his voice imbued with tender warmth. “Henceforth, I shall never miss a significant

occasion.

crowd, Crystal was resolute in preserving her poise, mindful of the multitude of curious eyes now fixed

voice, “Please, Mr. Miller, the nature of our relationship appears ill-suited for such words to be spoken between us. Nevertheless, now that you’re here as a guest, I

words, Crystal offered him a subtle nod before gracefully moving on to

joined the guests in swaying to the rhythm of the

Crystal’s behavior was

bore the weight of her fragility, concealed beneath a

restroom as the evening drew to a

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 did you

restroom, her voice turning frigid as she asserted, “My personal affairs are not

your business!”

saying I want to meddle, but seeing you act like this, it just makes me think you’re

afraid to let yourself feel anything? Living like a nun at the young

an abrupt halt, her

Dang it!

after her encounter with Henry, Crystal had become paralyzed by the fear of love. While everyone had anticipated her heart being swayed by Seth, the reality was that she had lost

she wasn’t as

accompany her home, opting instead to hail a taxi. As

car, engrossed in a cigarette. His

radiance unabated. However, Crystal found herself unable to withstand his

she hailed a taxi and waited, Henry extinguished his cigarette and approached her. A faint furrow appeared on his brow as he inquired, “Where is

aside, keeping her gaze fixed

stumble, leaving no lasting impact on your being. However, as an ordinary person, I cannot afford to go through it again! Regardless of your current intentions, no matter how genuine they may be… I simply cannot bear the consequences, do you understand? I cannot bear the weight of

was frozen in place by the sudden change

tinted the tip of her nose as she continued, “You treat marriage as mere frivolity, wear the engagement ring on the middle finger, and pretend to be fond of me when your love is clearly absent. If I were to truly marry you, it might take three to five years for me to realize that my husband doesn’t love me. At most, he merely likes me! You may fancy my physical appearance and my companionship, but how many more

concluded, “So, let’s just leave it at

she opened the door

in the embrace of the night as his heart slowly descended into deep.

woman was indeed more arduous than scaling the heavens. and a growing sense of agitation gripped him.

her condominium with newfound

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

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

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

closed the door behind her and prepared a cup of water for him. “What’s wrong? Did

a seat on the couch.

acquaintances at best, and it was only through their association with Madison that

the man revealed in