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.

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

poised halt before her. With a gentle smile adorning his

found herself rendered speechless, utterly taken

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

gently nudged her did Crystal snap back to reality,

a faint chuckle escaped Henry’s lips.

him, Henry knew that Crystal couldn’t deny her undeniable allure

a gift, his movements marked by

he uttered, his voice imbued with tender warmth.

occasion.

resolute in preserving her poise, mindful of

“Please, Mr. Miller, the nature of our relationship appears ill-suited for such words

before gracefully moving on to socializing with the other

others, and even joined the guests in swaying to the rhythm of the music. Every now

banquet, Crystal’s behavior was nothing short

fragility, concealed beneath a tapestry

evening drew to a close. Once inside, she subjected her face to a bracing cascade

phone as he waited for her. Seizing the moment, he couldn’t resist making a playful dig at the woman. “Ever since that Miller

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

your business!”

let out a disdainful snort as he followed closely behind her. “I’m not saying I want to meddle, but seeing you act like this, it just makes me think

deeply that you’re too afraid to let yourself feel anything? Living like a nun at the young age five? Please don’t tell me

an abrupt halt, her body

Dang it!

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

wasn’t as carefree as she had hoped

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

engrossed in a cigarette. His mind was seemingly

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

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 Pete? Why

phone aside, keeping her gaze fixed on

being. However, as an ordinary person, I cannot

was frozen in place

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

concluded, “So, let’s just leave it at that!”

the taxi pulled up, she opened the door and climbed

embrace of the night as his heart slowly descended into

was indeed more arduous than scaling the heavens. and a growing sense

returned to her condominium

let Henry occupy her thoughts any longer, resolving

disruption, with no calls or appearances. outside her condominium.

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.

water for him. “What’s wrong?

a seat on

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

hands, the man revealed in a soft