Crystal’s One Night of Love
Chapter 258

Chapter 258 She Still Loved Him

Melora and Alfred stared at each other silently.

She didn't expect to run into him at the hospital.

The scene reminded her of the night when they had their first sex because it had also taken place in the hospital.

He had been drunk and had pinned her down on the couch while having his way with her.

It was obvious that Alfred was thinking the same thing.

Caution was his middle name, and he often thought about the outcome before acting.

However, he didn't have time to consider the consequences when it came to his relationship with Melora. Just like that, he was seduced by a woman sixteen years younger than him and did probably the craziest. thing in his life.

Of course, it wasn't just because she was young and attractive.

After all, he had met plenty of beauties before, and they weren't any less alluring than her. In fact, they were quite thoughtful.

They wouldn't cling to him like Melora, calling him Mr. Alfred like a kitty.

He had to admit he was addicted to Melora calling him that.

After a while, Alfred said, "You're here to visit Skyler?"

Melora was stunned for a while before she returned to her senses and nodded. "Yes. She's doing much. better now, and she'll probably be discharged tomorrow."

Just as Alfred was about to say something, Leslie stepped out of the elevator. He was shocked to see Melora, but as an experienced man, he swiftly calmed down and greeted with a smile, "Miss Miller!" Melora nodded and said to Alfred, "If there's nothing else, I'll be leaving now."

Alfred held her hand. "Wait!"

Leslie gasped and turned around.

Melora attempted to shove Alfred's hand away, but he was strong, so she couldn't shake him off at all.

"Let's talk," said Alfred in a deep voice.

Eventually, they entered a serene cafe. Leslie asked for a private room for the two and guarded the

entrance.

Inside the room, Alfred dismissed the server and personally made coffee.

Typically, coffee would be served to him by others. However, he secretly loved coffee and could brew it

well.

Once he was done, he placed a cup of coffee in front of Melora. "Give it a try."

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Melora pursed her lips. "I don't like coffee!"

A smile surfaced on Alfred's countenance as he spoke warmly. "I forgot that you prefer milkshakes and fried chicken..."

Melora stared at him wordlessly.

The man before her was still as elegant as she recalled,

Once, she was enamored with him. However, that was no longer what she wanted.

"Did you bring me here just to talk about that, Mr. Lodge?" she asked coldly.

Alfred went to the mini-fridge, opened it, and grabbed a drink for her.

She didn't accept it.

As he inserted a drinking straw into the bottle for her, he said, "I've been wanting to know how you've been doing for the past two years."

Melora's heart ached for a moment.

Then, she raised her head and said nonchalantly, "Pretty good. I was enjoying life."

Despite her casual tone, Alfred knew her life wasn't as simple as that.

After all, she was pampered since young and didn't know how to do many things.

While he wanted to ask more questions, Melora grinned and tossed him a question of her own. "What do you want to know, Mr. Lodge? Do you want to know how embarrassed I felt and why I didn't tell you I was pregnant? Or perhaps you want to know why I didn't abort the child."

Alfred paled but still maintained a smile. "Don't be so childish."

Melora lowered her gaze. "Childish! You still treat me as a child, I see. If you do, why did you have sex with me, Mr. Lodge? Is it because you're sick of older women and want a taste of fresh meat?" She did her best to keep her emotions in check. "Look at how different we are! You enjoy drinking coffee and playing chess while I like drinking milkshakes and eating fried chicken, not to mention I like frequenting nightclubs. We're people from two different worlds. You said we weren't compatible, so I didn't pester you and forgot everything that had happened in the past just like you wanted. So, tell me, what are you doing right now?"

Alfred's heart was heavy with sorrow.

There was a world of difference between them, and he could tell from her words that she hated him, not that he didn't deserve it.

Back then, they had had a good and crazy time together.

Women, no matter how simple or how old-fashioned they were, would always assume their man would marry them.

Alfred had thought about marrying Melora, too, but he failed her.

He really wanted to hold her hand, but she wouldn't allow him to.

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She recomposed herself and said, "Sorry for losing my temper. If you wish to meet Berthold, ask your secretary to contact me. I'll arrange for it."

"Can I visit the Miller residence too?" Alfred asked softly.

Melora was stunned.

She wanted to say no, but because the Miller family and the Lodge family were in-laws, she couldn't.

Alfred didn't force her.

He had no other intentions when he accidentally bumped into her that day. The only thing he wanted was to chat with her. It had been a long time since he had a casual conversation with anyone without having to worry about anything.

A moment later, Melora left in a hurry.

When she arrived downstairs, opened the car door, and was about to get into the vehicle, she saw

someone.

Across the seat, the rear window of Alfred's car was lowered, and Melora spotted a gorgeous and mature woman inside.

Melora knew who that woman was.

The woman was Caylie Cook, Alfred's subordinate and confidante.

Caylie nodded at Melora.

Melora snorted. What a sc❞mbag he is. He brought his female subordinate out on a business trip while reminiscing about the past with me.

Just then, Alfred arrived.

He frowned and walked up to Melora. "I brought her along with me for business matters!"

"You don't need to explain anything to me, Mr. Lodge," Melora said calmly. "Besides, are you really going to tell me nothing happened between you and her?" Alfred went silent.

Although he did have a one-night stand with Caylie before, it was a long time ago.

Right then, they were merely ordinary colleagues.

Without saying another word, Melora entered the driver's seat, fastened her seatbelt, and stepped on the gas pedal.

The red automobile before Alfred zoomed past him.

At that moment, he noticed tears in the corner of her eyes. Melora's crying?

He pursed his lips and watched her leave.

Caylie approached him and asked tenderly, "Is there a misunderstanding between Miss Miller and you, Mr. Lodge? Should I talk to her?"

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Alfred's heart sank.

He turned around, looked at his beautiful subordinate, and smiled nonchalantly. "What misunderstanding? She's just defending her brother." There was no way he would talk about his relationship with Melora.

Caylie smiled plainly.

Leslie arrived in a hurry and had also spotted the scene from earlier. He wiped his sweat away and questioned the driver. "Why did you park here?"

Looking troubled, the driver answered, "Miss Cook requested it."

Leslie looked at Alfred and said, "Mr. Lodge, what are we

"You lot should return to the hotel first. I'm going to visit Skyler," Alfred said placidly.

Knowing Alfred's intention. Leslie smiled at Caylie. "It seems that Mr. Lodge will be spending the night at Miss Lodge's place. This'll be our chance to relax. I'll take you out for a few drinks tonight, Caylie. The hustle and bustle of Barnwood is incomparable to Coldbridge's!"

After Leslie took Caylie away, Alfred smoked a few cigarettes at the parking lot.

When he spotted Melora's tears, he knew she still loved him.

A tidal wave of emotions washed over him.

He wished he could be free of his bondage and promptly provide her with a family so she wouldn't need to cry in secret again.

However, he couldn't, not at that moment.

As he held the cigarette between his slender fingers, he crossed the road.

He was so handsome that many female pedestrians couldn't help but take an extra glance at him when he passed them by. They couldn't tell he was past his prime.

Upon arriving at the ward, he knocked on the door.

Henry opened the door and was surprised to see Alfred.

He seemed to have forgotten about the scuffle in Coldbridge. He spoke affably and even poured Alfred a glass of water. He told Alfred about Skyler's condition before adding, "If you'd arrived half an hour ago, you could've met Melora."

Holding the glass of water, Alfred said, "I met her. We talked over coffee"

Henry, who was seated on the couch, smiled. "Coffee? Are you trying to let her experience the life of an elder in advance, Uncle Alfred? I still can't fathom how you two managed to hook up in the past. You two don't suit each other."

Annoyed by Henry's words, Alfred put down the glass and smirked. "We have a son, and we were together for some time, so we still have feelings for each other. But I'm quite envious of you, Henry. If you reconcile with Crystal, you'll be getting married a second time: I can't be compared to you at all

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Henry flipped through the documents, then glanced at Alfred, who was drinking water calmly.

"You don't need to be envious of me, Uncle Alfred. Our family is open-minded. We won't use Berthold to bind you, so you can still live the life of a playboy if you wish. As for Melora, my mother has already. arranged a blind date for her, and she has agreed to it."

Blind date... Alfred clenched the glass in his hand.

Noticing that, Henry smirked. "Have some water, Uncle Alfred."

Alfred forced a smile.

At that moment, Skyler woke up. She sat up and greeted Alfred.

Alfred truly adored her.

As awful as he felt, he still picked Skyler up and kissed her cheek. Then, he grabbed a talisman from his pocket and put it on her

It was something he had specifically requested at a special place.

Henry had sharp eyes, so of course he could tell Alfred's intention. He softened his tone as he said, "Thanks for that."

Hugging Skyler. Alfred asked about Audrey's court sessions, and Henry answered in full detail.

Alfred whispered, "I'll drop by and pay them a visit, just in case."

Then he kissed Skyler's cheek. I won't let Crystal or Skyler be harmed by that crazy woman again.