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.

door opened, he caught

alcohol Alfred had consumed was potent, and now

it before, but now his steps

help Alfred up to his room. He explained, “It wouldn’t look good if someone takes

Melora agreed.

of their

of them stood in the elevator in awkward silence.

tension in the air and wondered if

the elevator stopped on the first floor.

was Robert, who appeared rather surprised

found yourself a new man, huh? Melora, how old is he now? He’s at least

tears welling up in her eyes.

Robert before, and their breakup had been because of

did he have to question

she couldn’t find the right

say some more hurtful

my age, any woman who ends up with me will definitely be satisfied. As for you, Mr. Sloan, I’m not so sure. You’ve set off

while adjusting his shirt, “You’re Robert Sloan, right? I’m

Robert was stunned.

Alfred Lodge?

uncle is actually

Crystal’s feelings for four years and

that Alfred Lodge from Coldbridge

had he been doing during those

Robert felt lost.

Melora, asked her to accompany him

and said, “Go check on Sloan Group! If there are any

understood Alfred’s bad mood. It was probably more about the young lady and less

said, “As long as we investigate

did Alfred

his shirt, and as if he had just remembered, he said casually, “Personally arrange for the driver to take her back home.”

was sure that there had been a disagreement between

off and that Alfred was being extra considerate toward

he had also helped her out. Nevertheless, Melora wasn’t the type to cling to

it was best not to

she couldn’t

bathrobe and watching her, his

“Mr. Alfred.”

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

she left

and slowly sat on the

he had felt a pang

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

while since he had been with a woman…

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

Lucia was anxious.

Crystal already, so why hasn’t

trip in Hulcaster Shell head to Coldbridge to

brought up the topic