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 her luggage.

the

As he fastened his seatbelt, he asked in a casual tone, “Don’t you want

felt slightly uneasy.

it seems like you’re trying to control everything. Everything is moving too fast!” She frowned. “I don’t want

turned dark.

given his handsome appearance, but she felt it was important to express

it holds. What if someday you grow tired of me or meet someone else you prefer and ask me to leave? I won’t be able to take that,” she continued, tears glistening in her

really liked

out a document from the

and discovered

as the piano had

his personal assets to her, amounting

Crystal bit her lip and protested

guess that she was caught by

then pressed his forehead against hers. “My body may be an immovable property, but in your hands, it could become

felt both embarrassed and

suddenly mention this? He really has

her hand, urging her to sign the document.

at him stubbornly.

said I can predict the future, right? Is

words made sense.

twenty years old

was both a new and

the

night, they lay in bed, kissing and fondling each other. Crystal was inexperienced, but he patiently

Crystal went to the bathroom and washed her hands

stepped out of the bathroom, Henry was already fully

couldn’t hide her surprise. “You’re heading out at this hour?”

so I need

don’t want to

with a hint of amusement.

to admit that he looked very handsome.

I’m not doing this for him!

drove

theater in Barnwood.

arrangement, the door was wide open when

inside, so he

became as bright as

and desolate, and his footsteps

and settled into the familiar seat. This was where he had witnessed Crystal being struck by

was still in a

closed his eyes and clasped his hands together.

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

of Music, Clifford Livingstone. “Mr. Livingstone. this is Henry Miller.”

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

is this Grim Reaper calling me early in the morning?

celebration next week with numerous performances. I’d

Clifford hesitated.

chuckled and offered, Tm willing to

“It’s just a performance, isn’t it? Money won’: affect our

quirked up. “She’ll play the piano. I’ll arrange for someone to design the stage.”

without hesitation.

all over the hall. It wasn’t just about the twenty million as

the

the hall silently, and the morning sun cast a long shadow

he thought Crystal would be upset. She had

to the condominium unit, the delightful aroma of his favorite

T-shirt and an apron, Crystal was busy cooking in the

looked like a

and murmured, “Why didn’t you call me when I didn’t come back? It’s not wise to let men have their way. Crystal, the first lesson in becoming Mrs. Miller is learning how to keep me on a

blushed prettily. “I’ve never heard of anyone asking to

her neck and mumbled, “I

concerns weighing on his mind, he kissed her passionately.

and reciprocated his kisses. A long while later, he was

head. “I can take the bus or the cab.”

patted her butt. “Do you feel sorry for me?”

to it, but she didn’t deny it either.

preparing the meatballs while Henry went to the bathroom to shave.

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

hands paused