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.

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

before her. With a gentle smile adorning his face, he

rendered speechless, utterly taken aback by Henry’s

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

nudged her did Crystal snap back to reality, her

chuckle

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

elegance, he extended a gift, his movements marked

tender warmth. “Henceforth, I

occasion.

resolute in preserving her poise, mindful of the multitude of curious

to Pete, she addressed Henry in a soft, composed voice, “Please, Mr. Miller, the nature of our relationship appears ill-suited for such words to be spoken between us. Nevertheless, now

words, Crystal offered him a subtle nod before gracefully moving on to socializing with the other guests, accompanied by

guests in swaying to the rhythm of the music. Every now and then, their gazes would fleetingly intersect, only

banquet, Crystal’s behavior was nothing

of her fragility, concealed beneath a tapestry of countless vulnerabilities and

restroom as the evening drew to a close. Once

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

turning frigid as she

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

nun at the young age five? Please don’t tell me you plan on spending the rest of

abrupt halt, her body tensing up and frozen

Dang it!

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

wasn’t as carefree as she had

declined Pete’s offer to accompany her home, opting instead to hail a taxi. As she descended to the bustling

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

neon-lit sky, he continued to dazzle, his radiance unabated. However, Crystal found

his cigarette and approached her. A faint furrow appeared on his brow as

set her phone aside, keeping her gaze fixed on the mesmerizing

as an ordinary person, I cannot afford to go through it again! Regardless of your current intentions, no matter how genuine they

frozen in place by the sudden

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 youthful

a deep breath, Crystal concluded, “So, let’s just leave

she opened the door and climbed inside without a second glance.

the night as his heart

woman was indeed more arduous than scaling the heavens. and

to her condominium with newfound

occupy her thoughts any longer, resolving to remov completely.

of disruption, with no calls or appearances. outside her

to ring. Approaching the door with curiosity, she opened it to find Charles standing

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

a seat on

through their

man revealed in a soft voice,