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.

adorned with radiant countenances, they locked eyes across the bustling throng. In that fleeting moment, it was as if

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

utterly taken aback

the unfolding spectacle. Hmph! Clearly, she hasn’t truly let go of her past

gently nudged her did Crystal snap back to reality, her mind returning from

faint chuckle escaped

trials 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

extended a gift, his movements marked by

imbued with tender warmth. “Henceforth, I shall never

occasion.

mindful of the multitude of curious eyes now fixed upon

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 that you’re here as a guest,

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

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

the banquet, Crystal’s behavior was nothing

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

made her way to the restroom as the evening drew to a close. Once inside, she subjected her face to a bracing cascade of cold water.

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 asserted, “My personal affairs are not

your business!”

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

Living like a nun at the

her body tensing up and frozen

Dang it!

the fear of love. While everyone had anticipated her heart

perception, she wasn’t as carefree as

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

against his car, engrossed in a cigarette. His mind

his radiance unabated. However, Crystal

faint furrow appeared on his brow

her phone aside, keeping her gaze

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 of

hand, which had been reaching out, was frozen in place by the sudden change in the atmosphere.

of me when your love is clearly absent. If I were to truly marry you, it might take three to five years for

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

opened the door and climbed inside without a second

was left standing alone in the embrace of the

than scaling the heavens.

Crystal returned to her

occupy her thoughts any

calls or appearances. outside her condominium. Crystal believed they had finally turned

descended, it didn’t take long 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, his countenance bearing the unmistakable marks of weariness and distress.

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

seat

their association with Madison that they

hands, the man revealed in a