Crystal's One Night of Love

Chapter 197

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

approached Crystal with graceful strides, coming to a poised halt before her. With a gentle smile adorning his face, he uttered,

found herself rendered speechless, utterly taken aback

beside her, couldn’t conceal his growing discontent as he observed the unfolding spectacle. Hmph! Clearly, she

Crystal snap back to reality, her mind returning from its

faint chuckle escaped Henry’s

they had endured and the disdain she held for him, Henry knew that Crystal couldn’t deny her undeniable allure to

he extended a gift, his movements

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

occasion.

the crowd, Crystal was resolute in preserving her poise, mindful of the multitude

composed voice, “Please, Mr. Miller, the nature of our relationship appears ill-suited for such words to be spoken between

a subtle nod before gracefully moving on to

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

was nothing short of impeccable.

of her fragility, concealed beneath a

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

moment, he couldn’t resist making a playful dig at the woman. “Ever since that Miller guy showed up. your

restroom, her voice turning frigid as she asserted, “My personal affairs

your business!”

he followed closely behind her. “I’m not saying I want to meddle, but seeing you act like

feel anything? Living like a nun at the

woman came to an abrupt halt, her body tensing up and frozen

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,

wasn’t as carefree as she had hoped to be..

a taxi. As

casually against his car, engrossed in a cigarette. His

However,

Henry extinguished his cigarette and approached her. A faint furrow appeared on

her phone aside, keeping her gaze fixed

a mere stumble, leaving no lasting impact on your being. However, as an ordinary person, I cannot afford to go

out, was frozen in place by the sudden change in

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

concluded, “So, let’s just leave

the door and climbed inside without a

the night as his heart

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

her condominium with newfound

Henry occupy her thoughts any

no calls or appearances. outside her

ring. Approaching the door with curiosity, she opened it to find Charles standing on the other side, his countenance

the door behind her and prepared a cup of water for

took a seat on

share a particularly close relationship. They were acquaintances at best, and it was only through their association with Madison that they grew closer and had the opportunity to share a

his hands, the man revealed in

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