Crystal's One Night of Love

He was excellent at kissing.

Their lips and tongues intertwined, and he cradled her in his arms, letting her whole body rest against him.

Even though Melora had been in a relationship before, she still couldn’t resist the allure of this moment.

When Alfred finally released her, her legs were like jelly. If he hadn’t been holding her, she might have fallen to the ground. In the end, she leaned against his shoulder, not knowing what to do.

She had just kissed Crystal’s uncle…

Her ears were buzzing.

There was the noise of people having fun in the private room one moment and Alfred’s heartbeat the next.

Alfred was beginning to sober up.

Before bringing her here, he had felt conflicted.

Now, in this enclosed space, she was trembling just from kissing him. She was as green and innocent as an unripe fruit.

Though she was lovely, she didn’t quite fit into his world.

Alfred gently patted her head, his voice tender. “Melora, I’ve told you before that someone my age isn’t suitable for a young girl like you. You see, even when we’re out for a bit of fun, it’s all part of social obligations. There’s no time for true relaxation.”

His voice suddenly turned hoarse. “Don’t fall for me.”

It was a tender moment, yet he uttered these cruel words of rejection.

Melora had her pride too, and with tears in her eyes, she retorted, “I didn’t fall for you!”

It was just a kiss, after all.

She didn’t care that much.

At those words, Alfred seemed to breathe a sigh of relief, but there was a hint of disappointment in his eyes. He quickly concealed it with his usual composure.

Later, he bade farewell to his old classmates.

Eras was surprised. “Leaving already? We were waiting for you to play cards together. The game is just heating up.”

Alfred skillfully excused himself and left with Melora.

As they sat in the car, both of them felt uneasy.

They remained in silence for a while. Alfred lit a cigarette to ease his troubled emotions.

Melora spoke softly. “Let me drive. I’ll take you back to the hotel.”

Alfred was quite surprised.

He had been involved with women before, especially those from privileged backgrounds. They often had a temper and had certain expectations, whether it was an apology or some emotional commitment, especially after what happened.

Melora’s simplicity and lack of a hidden agenda were a rare luxury.

They switched seats.

soon as the car stopped and the door opened, he

consumed was potent, and now

hadn’t noticed it before, but now his steps were a bit

his room. He explained, “It wouldn’t look good

Melora agreed.

end of their private interactions, especially since they would soon be

stood in

in the air and wondered if something had happened during the dinner.

thinking this, the elevator stopped on

who appeared rather surprised to

because you’ve found yourself a new man, huh? Melora, how old is he now? He’s at least thirty-five years old, right? Can an older man like him satisfy you?”

was furious, tears welling

Robert before, and their breakup

have to question

couldn’t find the right words

ready to say some more hurtful things.

cigarette. He said nonchalantly, “No matter my age, any woman who ends up with me will definitely be satisfied. As for you, Mr.

anger, but Alfred continued while adjusting his shirt,

Robert was stunned.

Alfred Lodge?

is actually Alfred

recalled how he had toyed with. Crystal’s feelings for four years and used her to send John to prison while currying

Lodge from Coldbridge was Crystal’s

so, what had he been

Robert felt lost.

for Melora, asked her to accompany him to

“Go check on Sloan

understood Alfred’s bad mood. It

as we investigate thoroughly,

Alfred calm down.

said casually,

sure that there had been a

off and that Alfred was

Alfred had bullied her, he had also helped her out. Nevertheless, Melora wasn’t the type to cling to a man. Besides, her

maybe it was best not to

left, she couldn’t help but glance back.

bathrobe and watching

“Mr. Alfred.”

words, her eyes slightly moist. She knew Alfred was the type who wouldn’t be interested in an immature young girl like her.

she left

the bathrobe down and slowly sat on the couch.

had felt

surprised because he knew that he clearly preferred women who were more sophisticated and seductive. Even if they were a bit pretentious, he didn’t mind as they didn’t him and knew how

a while since he had been with a woman…

thought, his phone rang. It was his mother, calling from Coldbridge.

Lucia was anxious.

found Crystal already, so why hasn’t he brought her back

a business trip in

then brought up the topic of his