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.

a while, and as soon as the car stopped and the door opened, he caught a whiff of alcohol. He grinned

now he was starting to feel its effects.

before, but now his steps were a bit

He explained, “It wouldn’t look good if someone takes

Melora agreed.

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

in

felt the tension in the air and wondered if something had

was thinking this, the elevator stopped on the

outside was Robert, who appeared rather surprised to

explanations because you’ve found yourself a new man,

was furious, tears welling up in her eyes.

their breakup had been because of

have to

find the right words

say some more hurtful

cigarette. He said nonchalantly, “No matter my age, any woman who ends up with me will definitely be satisfied. As for you, Mr. Sloan, I’m not so sure.

to explode with anger, but Alfred continued while adjusting his shirt,

Robert was stunned.

Alfred Lodge?

uncle is actually

of lightning. He suddenly recalled how he had toyed with. Crystal’s feelings for four years and used her to send John to prison while currying favor with the Miller

Lodge from Coldbridge was Crystal’s uncle.

he been doing

Robert felt lost.

her to accompany him to

turned to Leslie and said, “Go check on Sloan Group! If there are any loopholes, have the investigation team go

being the shrewd person he was, understood Alfred’s bad mood. It was probably

and said, “As long as we

did Alfred calm

said casually, “Personally arrange for the driver

had

sensed that something was off and that Alfred was being extra considerate

helped her out. Nevertheless, Melora wasn’t the type to cling to a man.

was best not to see him again…

left, she couldn’t help but glance

a bathrobe

“Mr. Alfred.”

those words, her eyes slightly moist. She knew Alfred was the

she

bathrobe down and slowly sat on the couch.

now, he had felt a

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 to read the situation.

been a while since he had been

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

Lucia was anxious.

why hasn’t he brought her

a chuckle, “Crystal is on a business trip in Hulcaster Shell head to

the topic of his marriage