Crystal's One Night of Love

At two o’clock in the afternoon. Henry returned to the mansion first to pick Crystal up swinging by the kindergarten for Skyler.

“Skyler, your parents are here.” The teacher smiled.

Skyler, in her floral dress, said proudly. “Mommy and Daddy are going to get their wedding photos taken. I’m going to get mine taken, too!”

Everyone in the class laughed, including the teacher. “I’ll take you to them,” she said.

The teacher took the little girl’s hand and led her to Henry. The former liked Skyler so much that she felt a little reluctant about handing her over to Henry.

Skyler waved her hand and said, “See you tomorrow, Miss Wall!”

As soon as Skyler got into the car, she fixed her gaze on Crystal’s belly. “Mommy, when will

brother be coming out? Do I need to go to sleep for him to come out?”

my

That left Crystal speechless.

Henry put on his seatbelt and answered with a smile. “You’ll need to sleep many nights before your little brother comes out.”

Skyler seemed a little disappointed, but she quickly pulled herself together. “The other kids at school say their fathers want babies too, so they work hard to plant carrots every night. Daddy, did Mommy’s belly become big because you planted carrots?”

Crystal’s cheeks turned as red as an apple.

Henry, who was about to start the engine, exchanged glances with Crystal through the

rearview mirror.

He chuckled in a suggestive way, making Crystal’s face feel hotter.

It was only after some time did Henry let her off. He stepped on the gas pedal and explained to his beloved daughter, “The kids aren’t exactly right. You’ll find out when you grow up.”

Skyler trusted him, so she stopped asking questions.

Henry focused on driving and did not say a word. After all, his wife and daughter were in the

car.

Half an hour later, they arrived at a high-end bridal studio.

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The second the car pulled up, the manager stepped forward to open the door for them, smiling professionally. “Hello, Mr. and Mrs. Miller. We’ve cleared the studio to provide the best service for you.”

Henry nodded approvingly while carrying Skyler out of the car. The little girl seemed exceptionally excited, skipping as she followed beside her mother.

Crystal picked a beautiful dress for Skyler.

On the second floor, the employees took the couples to try on their wedding outfits.

Henry did not take long to get changed. His outfit was a black velvet coat paired with a white

shirt.

The combination made him appear young and noble.

The young employees could not help but stare at him.

Henry remained emotionless. He simply sat in the VIP area and waited for Crystal and Skyler to finish changing their outfits. Skyler was the first to come out. She looked beautiful in the champagne-colored tulle dress and with her curly hair tied up with a hair band.

It was Skyler’s first time getting all dolled up.

She felt a little shy and burrowed into her father’s embrace.

The employee smiled at the interaction. “The little girl looks beautiful. She looks like her mother!”

Lowering his head to look at the little girl whom he brought up. Henry felt his heart soften. He took her hand and brought her to the full-length mirror to let her view her reflection.

I really look nice! Daddy looks nice too!

Skyler’s eyes sparkled.

A smile formed on Henry’s lips. Just as he was about to speak, the changing room door opened, and out came Crystal.

Henry’s breath caught in his chest.

Although he had seen her every side, he was still stunned by her appearance.

The white wedding gown wrapped perfectly around her upper body including her slender waistline. The hem was decorated with complicated yet gorgeous lace.

and hanging by her ears were the pearl

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elegant and

cradle her

exchange left

before them was enough to make their imaginations go

hissed, “We’re not at home. Behave

throat, and he whispered, “Does that mean

at a loss

then, the photographer entered, and everyone got to

signed up for a two-hour session for fear she would get tired. Thankfully,

the pictures. “If not for your identity, I would love to use this as

simply smiled in

to both Crystal and Skyler, “Get changed. I’ll take you two

Skyler loved eating out.

rushed into the changing room to get changed. While waiting for Crystal, the manager let Skyler play with a ball. The

the couch and did

approached him with a frown on her face. “Daddy, the ball

Huh?

his phone and approached Crystal’s changing room. He knocked on the door gently and called out,

was no response, but there seemed to be the

the handle and turned it, but

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Henry shielded Skyler

shook and

Henry held his breath. Two employees were each tied to a chair with their mouths stuffed with rags. Crystal, on the other

blood spilled from

“Audrey!” Henry spat.

she was so skinny that she could not stand properly. Her cheeks were sunken, and a lifeless aura enveloped her. She looked nothing like

Audrey’s face could

Those idiots sent me to the hospital. I’ve planned. all this just to meet you. Aren’t you surprised?” Suddenly, she yelled, “You’re heartless, Henry! You almost

shocked that she burst into

go downstairs,” Henry ordered

gravity of the situation. All she could do was

said gently, “Be good and do as

Crystal was in a lot of pain, but she forced herself to

After taking

commented sarcastically, “How

his fists and fixed his gaze on Crystal before turning to Audrey. “What

do I want?” Audrey laughed maniacally. She stared Henry in the eyes, her gaze suddenly filled with affection. “I want to go back to the past. Henry… my regret is that ridiculous time. Can you forgive me?

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of expression when he

looked up

just want to

brought the blade closer to

Crystal’s neck, staining

muscles

breathe, for a single movement would cost her life. She dared not call out to Henry for help either because she feared it would

her because doing that

pulled out a

was

near Henry’s feet, Audrey uttered coldly, “I’m giving you a chance. Inject this into your body and I’ll let her go. This is some quality stuff. Once you

she broke

take it anymore. While struggling, she

her. She was

and

do at that

could make Crystal lose her life. Henry loved both

syringe with a look of

streamed down Crystal’s

from the excitement that was coursing through

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or I’ll kill her. One,

coat and rolled

in front of everyone. They were the arms that had hugged Crystal countless nights, yet they were

The air was still.

he saw was Crystal’s

Crystal, I actually believe the abbot’s words about me bringing bad luck to the people around me. I’ve always been afraid, but I never expect us to separate so soon. Crystal, I swear I’ll come back to you if I get a second life. Don’t cry.

his vision grew

he saw was the building opposite grow dark, followed by a muffled

shot in