Crystal's One Night of Love

Chapter 198 Come Back To Me

As her words hung in the air, a prolonged silence ensued on the other end.

At that moment, they could almost sense each other’s delicate breaths, and gradually, the man’s breath. grew deeper and more pronounced.

Finally, with a seemingly casual tone, he replied, “Very well.”

He suggested meeting her in the evening at a charming Ferropenian restaurant, but Crystal refused. “Let’s talk in your office,” she suggested with her voice lowered.

The man remained silent, a clear rejection in his response.

Crystal, aware of her reliance on him, ultimately acquiesced, saying. “Fine.”

Upon hanging up the phone, she was caught in a trance-like state for a while. The realization struck her with clarity that getting involved with Henry would not come without a price.

Deep in her heart, she knew that he wouldn’t lend his help without her offering something in return. It was possible that he had already set the stage and was waiting patiently for her.

After all, Henry was a man she could never truly sway.

Engrossed in her thoughts, Crystal remained absent-minded throughout the day.

As Pete entered the room with a report in hand, he carried an air of cheeriness. With a casual toss of the items onto the desk, he remarked, “I must say, that new employee is quite skilled and efficient at their work, and yet their salary remains modest. It seems you possess the qualities of a shrewd capitalist, unbeknownst to me!”

Crystal perused the report with a calm demeanor, unfazed by the man’s babbling.

Pete positioned himself on the desk, attentively observing her before remarking. “You’re amassing wealth by leaps and bounds, yet you don’t seem too happy, You’re a tough one to impress, aren’t you? Could it be that you yearn for a touch of indulgence? How about I fulfill your desires? I assure you, the experience will be utterly unforgettable. You’ll find yourself swiftly casting aside the thought of that Miller guy!”

At that, Crystal closed the report and declared, “I’m deducting five thousand off of your paycheck!”

“What! For what reason?”

“For harassing your superior!”

“D*mn it! So many young girls crave my attention but I can’t be bothered to give them the time of day. Yet, you reject me!” exclaimed Pete in frustration.

Without acknowledging his words, Crystal requested a cigarette from him. She lit it and placed it on the table, watching the crimson ember burn silently.

something

mind, hm? Why not allow me to satisfy your desires?

mischief.

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woman merely chased him

frustration, he exclaimed. “I’m concerned about you. Don’t you think you’re being ungrateful?”

in a late-night party until the wee hours and arrived an hour late this morning. Pete, let me make it clear for you: should such

hint of guilt flitted

did indulge in partying last night, but can I be blamed? Ever since my arrival in Barnwood, my life has been as tranquil as that of a priest. Moreover, putting up with Crystal’s cold demeanor day in and day out is boring me out of my mind. In fact, I’m feeling a surge of energy coursing through

go out and party… It was just… you know… nothing s-special, really,”

of prying into his personal affairs as long as it didn’t interfere with his job. That evening, she headed

she alighted the taxi, Henry was already

attire-a black shirt, a dark gray tie, and a meticulously tailored black three-piece suit. With his broad shoulders and slim waist, his physique was truly remarkable, not to mention the air of sophistication that emanated from him. He

the urge to cast a profound gaze upon him, but she swiftly composed

his gaze penetrating. “Why didn’t you allow Pete to give you a ride? If it’s inconvenient next

but upon considering the

and said, “Taking a taxi is just as

said nothing else and led

feel a sense of pressure. As she took her seat and glanced at the menu, she softly expressed, “There’s no need for

the menu, deferred to

now, but we haven’t had many private dates like this. This place seems

She then turned her gaze toward Henry,

appearance was undeniably attractive!

seemed even more dazzling than

steady her nerves before speaking hesitantly. “Regarding Charles and Madison’s situation, I would like to

woman. Yet, there was

appetite, Crystal pushed herself to eat, not wanting to reveal the depth of her emotions. regarding

He’d occasionally ask her about work, and they’d

once brought up

on the table and spoke with a firm tone. “Mr. Miller,

you suggest we proceed?” Henry asked, his gaze intensifying.

off guard. How do we proceed? What