Crystal’s One Night of Love
Chapter 184

Chapter 184 I Would Rather You Hate Me

Early in the morning, Crystal took Snowy for a walk.

It was now early summer. Crystal was dressed in white sportswear that revealed a generous expanse of her fair legs, lending an alluring charm to her overall appearance.

Henry's Adam's apple bobbed multiple times when he saw her.

He stepped out of the car with a profound gaze, asking. Taking the dog for a walk?"

Crystal walked past him, guiding Snowy toward the lake.

Snowy turned around and barked at him a few times.

Henry lowered his head, lit a cigarette, and simply trailed behind her.

Crystal ignored him.

After walking the dog for an hour, she had breakfast and purchased a packet of toast and milk on her journey back home.

As she ascended the stairs, Henry firmly grasped her slender wrist and inquired, "Are you with him?"

Crystal was taken aback.

Then she realized that he had witnessed the scene the previous night and had followed her all the way to this place.

Crystal's expression turned icy. "Mr. Miller, we have already ended our relationship! It is none of your concern who I am with, and I have no obligation to provide you with any explanations!"

She forcefully pushed his hand away and briskly made her way into the condominium.

Once she closed the door, she leaned against the door panel, pressing her back against it.

No matter how many times she encountered Henry, her heart continued to ache in his presence, and she still couldn't feign indifference. However, she was determined to put an end to the agony and move forward with her life.

Why does he keep pestering me like this?

Crystal contemplated the idea of moving, but she had done nothing wrong and shouldn't feel obliged to avoid him.

Despite Crystal's rejection of Seth that night, Seth did not give up his pursuit.

He was a smart man, and after the rejection, he chose to pursue her in a gentle and subtle manner.

He would only make four or five appearances per month, either visiting her home for a meal or sending health products to Anna. Over time, word spread throughout Barnwood that Seth had developed feelings for her and was actively pursuing her.

That night, Seth ran into Crystal again.

With a cheeky face, he invited himself over to Crystal's condominium for a meal. However, at nine o'clock

in the evening, he got ready to leave and did not give Crystal any reason to reject him.

Crystal sent him downstairs.

As Seth got into the car, she hesitated, contemplating whether to say something, but ultimately chose to

remain silent.

Seth chuckled.

He appeared youthful and attractive when he smiled. It was a face that could captivate any girl, and even Crystal was momentarily entranced by his charm.

Seth might also be aware of this effect he had on others, including Crystal.

Leaning close to Crystal's ear, he charmingly whispered, "You can't escape me!" With a hint of pride, he then started the car and drove away.

Crystal stood in the night for a long time, lost in her thoughts..

The night wind rustled.

Crystal sat on the bench beneath a sycamore tree. She gently her eyes, relishing the sensation of the breeze caressing her face.

A slender figure emerged. Henry's gaze was filled with mixed emotions.

He had witnessed their interaction just moments ago, observing Seth's smile directed at Crystal and the immediate shift in her demeanor. In that instant, he rushed over to Crystal as he was overwhelmed with emotions. Then, he gently pinched Crystal's chin, pressed his lips against hers, and even slipped the tip of his tongue into her mouth....

Crystal was taken by surprise..

When she opened her eyes, Henry had enveloped her in a tight embrace. His grip was so intense that her ribs ached, and his breath lingered in her mouth.

"Henry, are you crazy? Let me go!"

Crystal struggled to push him away.

However, Henry held onto her tightly, preventing her from moving at all. Not only that, he was consumed. by an overwhelming desire for more. Crystal found herself pushed against the large tree by him, their bodies coming into close contact, brushing and pressing against each other.

He knew her body well, targeting all the sensitive areas.

He yearned to stir up Crystal's memories, desperate to ascertain if she still held him in her heart. There was no Seth, only Henry-the one she truly belonged to.

Their bodies rubbed against each other sensually, so much so as if she was going to be taken by him in the

next moment.

Crystal's eyes turned red as she slapped Henry's face. Her body trembled violently in the aftermath of the impact.

Henry once again grasped her chin firmly and passionately kissed her.

Crystal didn't struggle anymore.

She allowed him to kiss her and release his emotions, but she gently turned her face away. The corners of her eyes glistened with tears. "Henry, please don't make me despise you even more. If it's not Seth, there will be someone else. I will fall in love with some other man and eventually get married with him. Do you want to follow me for a lifetime?"

Henry stopped suddenly.

Henry pressed his forehead against Crystal's neck, his breath slightly labored. He spoke with a hoarse. voice, "Crystal, I would rather have you hate me than feel nothing at all. At least if you hate me, it means still hold a place in your heart. But you've been giving me the cold shoulder. You knew I was here, yet you cooked for him, walked him downstairs, and even greeted him with a smile... It seems like you're giving him the opportunity to pursue you. Crystal, even the coldest heart should have thawed by now. Is it so difficult for you to give me a chance? It's evident that you still have feelings for me, and you responded when I kissed and touched you..."

Crystal's eyes grew even more moist at the edges.

She gently closed her eyes and replied, "Yes, Henry, I do experience physical reactions when you touch me. But isn't that a normal response for any mature woman? I could experience similar sensations with at skilled rent boy. It doesn't necessarily signify anything deeper or more meaningful."

Henry's face went pale.

Crystal straightened herself, and in the night breeze, she and Henry locked eyes, gazing at each other.

"Henry, you were the one who didn't want me. What's the point of saying all this now?"

With that, Crystal turned and walked toward the condominium.

After walking a few steps, she paused. "Please don't come again!"

Henry silently watched Crystal's retreating figure. At that moment, he realized that Crystal would never turn back, no matter what he did.

"Crystal..." He murmured her name, feeling dizzy and disoriented.

For the next two weeks, Henry indulged in a state of decadence. Aside from going to work, he would spend his time loitering in the clubhouse, drowning himself in alcohol.

David endured the situation for two weeks, but eventually decided to take matters into his own hands and personally brought his son back home.

A bucket of ice-cold water was poured over Henry, drenching him from head to toe.

Suddenly, Henry snapped back to sobriety and wiped his face. "Dad!" he exclaimed.

David pointed at him and unleashed a tirade. "Pathetic piece of sh*t! Do you think drinking is going to solve anything? Do you think a woman will return to you after you're drunk? I guarantee you, seeing you in this state only makes Crystal despise you even more! Henry, what have I taught you? As a man, you need to fight for what you want! Are you any less capable than anyone else?"

Henry's thin face was devoid of any expression.

He fell silent for a while....

Then, he tenderly adjusted the collar of his shirt and spoke softly, "Dad, I heard you."

After David's admonishment, Henry no longer attended drinking parties. He seemed to revert to being the ruthless devil of the legal world. What was different was probably only that he was now even more cunning and ruthless, and his presence often sent shivers down people's spines..

Often, someone would come to the Miller Residence to file a complaint.

Julia sobbed before her husband and cried out, "Henry's reputation has taken a hit. I think he's really going to stay single for life!"

David scoffed.

"What do you know? There are countless girls out there who want to sleep with Henry. If they line up. the line would stretch from one end of Barnwood to the other! It's just that our son has high standards and fixates on that one girl!"

Julia looked at her son's picture in the newspaper once again.

He's so handsome and sexy....

That face exudes so much allure!

But what's the use though? He's still single!

A month passed, and it was time for Crystal to receive Barnwood's Top Ten Outstanding Youths Award.

Crystal picked up Anna on the way to the ceremony.

Anna had been feeling sad for a while, so it was rare that she was this happy.

Backstage, she adjusted Crystal's collar several times, feeling that it needed to be smoothed a bit here and made more perfect over there.

Crystal smiled faintly. "Mom, it's already smooth enough!"

Anna also smiled. "I just feel it's not perfect enough! Today is your big day, so get in the spirit!"

Crystal made a sound of agreement.

Just then, the emcee approached and whispered, "Miss Winters, it's your turn to go on stage."

Crystal wrapped an arm around Anna's shoulder. "Take some pictures of me!"

Anna quickly adjusted Crystal's clothes again. "Don't mess up your outfit. Hurry and go! I promise to take nice pictures of you."

Smiling, Crystal went on stage.

However, as soon as she saw the presenter on stage, her smile slightly stiffened.

It turned out to be David who was presenting her with the award!

At that moment, there were thousands of people in the audience, with major media outlets and radio. stations broadcasting the event live. David gazed at her with a smile while affectionately calling out, "Crys,

come over here!"

The media went into a frenzy at that point.