Crystal's One Night of Love

The lights in the study weren’t switched on, with the computer screen being the sole source of illumination. The faint glow from the computer screen cast a dim light on Henry’s face.

He pulled out a cigarette and lit it up, staring at the screen quietly.

He had been plagued by anxiety recently, but after figuring out a solution, he was in a different mood.

He could not bear to part with the twenty-year-old Crystal. It wasn’t because he had a preference for younger women, but rather because he was deeply in love with her. Even if it was only a dream, the idea c leaving her behind in that dream saddened him.

After smoking two cigarettes, Henry was about to return to the bedroom when Crystal showed up.

She was wearing his shirt. She rubbed her eyes as she asked groggily, “Where’s Madison?”

“Charles picked her up just now,” Henry replied, waving for her to join him in the study.

Crystal felt shy, but she had developed feelings for him, and he always managed to stop himself before losing control. She trusted him and willingly sat on his lap.

Lying in his arms, she asked softly. “Why would Charles pick her up?”

Henry brushed a hand through her brown hair that had laid on his pillow many times.

He smiled and said, “That’s because Charles is her future husband.”

Future husband?

Playing with the buttons of his pajamas, Crystal asked, “How do you know what will happen in the future?” Henry caught her hand.

Looking up, Crystal realized he was staring at her, his gaze dark with desire.

Her cheeks turned pink.

She tried to retract her hand, but he wouldn’t let go of her.

Crystal rested her head on his shoulder and enveloped her arms around his neck. “Henry, why do I get the feeling that you will leave as suddenly as you appeared?”

Upon hearing this, Henry felt profoundly saddened.

It led him to contemplate the possibility of bringing back the twenty-year-old Crystal so that he could have both Crystals together-one mature and the other young and innocent.

Henry knew that he should cease dwelling on such thoughts. He lowered his head and gently planted a kiss on her forehead. “We’ll always be together. Trust me, Crystal.”

Crystal looked up, and a stray beam of sunlight shone through the window, illuminating her youthful face.

Her complexion was fair, and her eyebrows were beautifully shaped. Her brown hair cascaded down her shoulders, and she was in such good shape.

At that moment, she was looking at him innocently.

Her voice trembled as she replied, “I trust you.”

For the twenty-year-old Crystal, this relationship had appeared unexpectedly, much like an afternoon storm.

She had attempted to resist his charms, but the moment she stepped into his condominium unit, it felt strangely familiar, and she surrendered to her feelings. She couldn’t shake the belief that destiny had guided her to Henry’s side. Otherwise, he would’ve bumped into someone else on campus the other day.

Crystal had always been steadfast in following her heart.

She longed to be with Henry and disregarded the disparity in their social statuses or whether his would approve of their relationship.

Just like that, she agreed to date him without thinking much.

Her expression conveyed a sense of vulnerability and helplessness.

Henry had the urge to swallow her whole and bring her back to reality. parents

He remained composed and simply embraced her, sharing his intentions. He spoke of plans like opening a music center for her, strategically located in the heart of Barnwood, after her graduation. He also expressed his desire to marry her when she turned twenty-four and start a family together.

Henry spoke at length, and as he glanced down, he noticed a glistening tear at the corner of her eye. She had drifted off to sleep.

How silly! Why did she cry?

Henry kissed her lips gently before carrying her back to the bedroom.

It was only a week until the anniversary celebration.

Henry took great care to ensure Crystal’s safety and well-being. He went so far as to visit John and request that the latter allow Crystal to stay with him temporarily so he could personally drive her to and fro campus.

John disagreed, but Henry persisted and spent a night at the Winters residence, engaging in a game of chess with him.

When dawn broke, John finally relented.

Following that, Anna assisted Crystal in packing her belongings and handed them over to Henry.

walked down the stairs with

in the car, clearly displeased.

settled into the driver’s seat. As he fastened his seatbelt, he asked

felt slightly

responding. “Henry. I’m sure I have feelings for you, but it seems like you’re trying to

turned dark.

his handsome appearance, but she felt it was important

What if someday you grow tired of me or

liked

cheek. He then pulled out a document

discovered

as well as the piano

his personal assets to her, amounting to over one

lip and protested softly, “I never wanted these!”

guess that she

my body as well? Would that make you feel more secure?” He deliberately spoke in a casual tone, then pressed his forehead against hers. “My body may be an immovable property, but in your hands, it could become a movable asset! However, this item isn’t available on the

both embarrassed and

suddenly mention this? He really has

her hand, urging her to sign

at him stubbornly.

her head affectionately and said, “You said I can predict the future, right? Is there anything wrong with giving everything to my future wife?”

words made sense.

in advance at twenty years old and gave her entire being

together was both a new and exciting experience for her.

felt the same.

each other. Crystal was inexperienced,

went to the bathroom and washed her

out of the bathroom, Henry was already

hide her surprise. “You’re heading out

gently pinched her chin. “I have some matters to attend to, so I need to

I don’t want to

her with a

admit that he looked very handsome.

blushed. I’m not doing this for him!

Henry drove to someplace

theater in

open when Henry

he switched on the

became as bright

desolate, and his footsteps echoed with a creaking sound

This was

was still in a coma.

and clasped his hands

eyes, they held a steely determination and a touch of ruthlessness. He remained seated there

morning, he called the dean of the Department of Music, Clifford

up and jolted upright in bed. “Oh, Henry, it’s you,” he

he was cursing inwardly. Why is this Grim Reaper calling

that your university is hosting an anniversary celebration next week with numerous performances. I’d like my girlfriend to

Clifford hesitated.

chuckled and offered, Tm willing to sponsor twenty million for

this, Clifford quickly agreed, “It’s just a performance, isn’t it? Money won’: affect

piano. I’ll arrange for someone

agreed without

along with Henry’s wishes, even if it meant plastering Crystal’s name all over

the call.

of the hall silently, and the morning

night, he thought Crystal would be upset.

he opened the door to the condominium unit, the delightful aroma of his favorite meatballs

an oversized T-shirt and an apron, Crystal was busy cooking

looked like a loving wife.

wise to let

“I’ve never heard of anyone asking to be kept on a

neck and mumbled, “I

his mind, he kissed her passionately.

later, he was finally satiated. “I’ll give

take the bus or

her butt. “Do you feel

to admit to it, but

meatballs while Henry went to the bathroom to shave.

brief glance at his reflection in the mirror, noting that he still looked

hands