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.

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

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

utterly taken aback by Henry’s unexpected presence.

as he observed the unfolding spectacle. Hmph! Clearly, she hasn’t truly let

when he gently nudged her did Crystal snap back

a faint chuckle escaped Henry’s lips.

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

a gift, his movements marked

tender warmth. “Henceforth,

occasion.

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

relationship appears ill-suited for

nod before gracefully moving on to socializing with

to the rhythm of the

Crystal’s behavior was

alone bore the weight of her fragility, concealed beneath a

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

a playful dig at the woman. “Ever since that Miller guy showed up. your gaze has

from the restroom, her voice turning frigid as she asserted,

your business!”

her. “I’m not saying I want to meddle, but seeing you

that you’re too afraid to let yourself feel anything? Living like a nun at the young age

an abrupt halt, her body tensing up and

Dang it!

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

to her own perception, she wasn’t as carefree

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

engrossed in a cigarette. His mind was seemingly occupied by

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

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

set her phone aside, keeping her gaze

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

had been reaching out, was frozen in place by the sudden change in the

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 youthful years do I have? You’re

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

she opened the door and climbed

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

aware that reclaiming the woman was indeed more arduous than scaling

to her condominium with newfound determination.

thoughts any longer, resolving to remov completely.

with no calls or appearances. outside her condominium. Crystal believed they had finally turned

with curiosity, she opened it to find Charles standing

and prepared a cup of water for him. “What’s wrong?

seat

was only through their association with Madison

cup in his hands, the man revealed