Chapter 3


    Chapter 3 Mr. Miller, Hypocritical Yet Reserved


    Crystal was taken aback before she flushed with embarrassment. She lifted the paper bag in her hand


    and said, “I came to return your coat, Mr. Miller.”


    Henry reached out and took the coat. He nodded slightly and said, “Thank you.” With that, he walked


    toward the elevator without saying a word.


    Crystal was anxious and followed him. “Mr. Miller, I need to ask a favor from you.” Henry pressed the


    elevator button and when the doors opened, she followed him despite his silence.


    He nced at her from the corner of his eye. He was adjusting his shirt in front of the mirror when he


    stated tly, “I won’t take your case.”


    Crystal’s hands and feet were icy cold. It seems like he already knows about my family’s situation!


    She asked softly, “Did Robert talk to you about it?”


    Henry met her gaze in the mirror and smiled faintly. “He’s not that influential. Miss Winters, I like to


    separate my personal and professional matters.”


    Crystal understood his meaning. If she wanted to have an exciting rtionship with him, he would


    wee it, but he wouldn’t be interested if it involved business matters.


    She felt embarrassed, but Henry didn’t force her.


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    Although her appearance met his aesthetic tastes, he needed more to make an exception for her.


    Besides, it was broad daylight and he was not in the mood.


    Within their short conversation, the elevator arrived on the 28th floor. Henry’s secretary was waiting at


    the door. She was surprised to see Crystal, but her years of professionalism kept herposed as she


    respectfully said, “Mr. Miller, Mr. Davis has arrived.”


    Henry threw the paper bag to his secretary and instructed, “Send it for dry cleaning.” With that, his


    secretary tactfully left.


    Henry checked the messages on his phone while absent-mindedly saying to Crystal, “You should look


    for otherwyers. You’d best be cautious to not take unnecessary risks.” After finishing his words, he


    walked out of the elevator.


    At that point, Crystal couldn’t help but feel that the man was hypocritical yet reserved.


    …


    After being rejected by Henry, Crystal tried every means possible to see him, but to no avail.


    Meanwhile, Anna grew increasingly anxious andined constantly. Crystal was pressured, so she


    met with her college friend, Madison White.


    Right after graduation, Madison married into a wealthy family in Barnwood and had a diverse group of


    acquaintances.


    Crystal asked for her help toe up with a solution. They met in a cafe and she exined the whole


    story to her friend.


    Madison cursed Robert and vented her frustration before she turned her attention to Crystal. “Did you


    almost hook up with Henry that night?” Crystal blushed and stirred her coffee gently.


    Madison lowered her voice and said, “You’re amazing, Crystal! Henry is known for his high standards


    and rarely has any scandals.”


    Crystal smiled bitterly. “I have no other options, or else I wouldn’t have bothered you.”


    Henry had a strong reputation within his social circle, and Madison could easily offend someone by


    helping Crystal. However, she was a righteous friend and used her connections to get hold of his


    schedule.


    …


    At 3.00PM on a Saturday, Henry made an appointment to y golf at a clubhouse. Crystal followed


    along with Madison and her husband and unexpectedly saw Robert there. She was stunned for a


    moment.


    Madison pinched her husband hard and med him. “Why didn’t you find out first? How can Crystal


    feel at ease with Robert here?”


    He sincerely apologized, “Sorry, Crystal! It’s my fault for not finding out.” However, before Crystal could


    say anything, Henry had already noticed them.


    Dressed in a casual all-white outfit with striking handsomeness and defined chiseled features, he


    immediately stood out among the crowd and drew the eyes and admiration of many.


    Just like what had happened at thew firm, Henry pretended not to know Crystal and only greeted


    Madison’s husband. Thetter was ttered and wore a smile on his face.


    Henry then seemed to have just noticed her.


    Crystal’s wlessplexion was entuated by her choice of clothing—a loose-fitting white t-shirt


    paired with light gray sports shorts—that exuded a refreshing, casual vibe. In addition, her slightly curly,


    chestnut brown hair was tied up in a bun, adding a touch of charm to her fresh and natural look.


    He gazed at her fair and slender legs and drawled, “I haven’t seen thisdy before…”