Crystal's One Night of Love

Chapter 378 I Owe Them Too Much 1 

As Alfred had posed the question, Henry didn’t lie to him.

He flashed a calm smile.

Alfred felt a bit jealous, but he took a sip of coffee to conceal his feelings.

Henry flipped through a magazine as he commented, “Uncle Alfred, you could do the same if you’re willing to prioritize Melora over everything else. The project is nearing its conclusion, and there shouldn’t be any unexpected developments.”

Alfred accepted the advice.

Berthold bounded down the stairs, and upon seeing Alfred still present, he blushed and nestled into Alfred’s arms, addressing him as “Daddy.”

Alfred patted the little boy’s head.

Berthold gazed at him eagerly. “When the snow gets heavy, can you build a snowman with me?”

Alfred said nothing.

He placed his son on his lap and retrieved a piece of candy from his pocket, handing it over to Berthold with a warm smile.

Berthold placed the candy in his mouth and continued gazing at him eagerly.

Alfred wanted to stay and keep his son company, but he had to leave. His work at the base still awaited. him.

He hesitated.

Sensing his hesitation, Henry picked Berthold up and gave the little boy a pat. “Go upstairs and play with Christopher. I need to talk to your daddy.”

At once, disappointment crept up Berthold’s face.

However, he still obediently went upstairs.

Inwardly, Alfred felt awful.

He felt like an irresponsible parent for not being able to agree to play

knew that he was in a

interfere in Melora and Alfred’s relationship as they

so he refilled Alfred’s cup of coffee. After pondering briefly, he asked, “Uncle Alfred, what are your plans

he stared at the

Henry

voice, he said, “The Lodge family has a few businesses that the younger generation isn’t managing effectively. I might consider taking them over and working to develop them.”

not say anything

four in the afternoon, but he

the reason behind

out of the house into the snow. When he got into the car, Leslie asked, “It isn’t time yet. Why are you already

his leather gloves and

Oh, and stop halfway so I can get

help

he playfully teased,

heart was laden

mumbled, “I owe them too

him but decided against it. He sighed

was snowing

Melora was shooting a shampoo ad in a summer dress. After a scene had wrapped, her assistant

the camera to review the playback, her expression

was observing her at the door.

was what allowed her to survive. So, even though he empathized with her, he

her work.

had spotted him.

studio

turned to Melora

gazed at

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