Chapter 201


    Chapter 201 Henry Has Been A Mess


    It was already afternoon when Crystal woke up.


    The air conditioner inside the apartment was on, causing the room to be at afortable temperature.


    She could hear some footsteps from the living room. It was faint and barely noticeable if one did not


    pay


    close attention.


    Crystal quickly sat up.


    To her surprise, Henry’s secretary, Jamie, came in and was followed by a doctor.


    In a brisk tone, Jamie said, “Mr. Miller heard you were feeling sick, so he made me bring a doctor to


    check on you! He has an important meeting today; otherwise, he would havee himself.”


    Despite still feeling a little dizzy, Crystal was embarrassed by what Jamie said.


    No one knew her rtionship with Henry better than Jamie. Thetter had probably even overheard a


    lot at Henry’s condominium on Christmas Eve!


    Crystal chose to ignore those memories.


    She replied in a hoarse voice, “It’s just a cold. It’s not a big deal.”


    With a smile, Jamie said, “But Mr. Miller is very worried about you!”


    Crystal felt even more embarrassed.


    On the other hand, the doctor did not talk much. After the examination, he gave Crystal a shot and left.


    With that, only Jamie remained in the condominium with Crystal.


    As a seasoned employee, Jamie could ignore all sorts of awkwardness. She appearedpletely at


    ease as she put on an apron. “You should eat something lighter when you’re sick. I saw some carrots


    in your fridge. Let me make you some soup!” she said with a smiling face.


    Not wanting to trouble Jamie so, Crystal protested.


    However, Jamie gently pressed her shoulder back down. “Mr. Miller doesn’t trust anyone else. Besides,


    I get to have half the day off today, so I can pick up my son earlierter.”


    Crystal smiled.


    She knew that Jamie was close to Henry, and she often spoke cautiously


    While Jamie was making the soup, she talked about things that happened after Crystal and Henry


    broke up. Toward the end, she sighed softly and said, “Crystal, Mr. Miller has been a mess in the past


    six


    months


    She knew about the conflicts between Crystal and Henry and was feeling somewhat guilty about it.


    If she had not asked Crystal to help her deliver the documents that night, they might not have broken


    up But as a woman, she was relieved that Crystal went that day Otherwise, they might have ended up


    hkr thany other couples not making it to the end


    Once Jamie finished talking, Crystal, who was drinking some soup, slowly said, “You don’t need to


    me yourself. The obstacles between him and me have never been others, not even Audrey. We


    didn’t break up even when Audrey cut her wrist multiple times and he always went to her side. The


    problemsy with us.”


    Just like any other clite from high society, all Henry cared about when getting married was to have at


    decent wife to bear an heir


    Crystal knew Henry liked her body. He could be loyal in the early stages while he still liked her, but


    once the novelty wore off, there was no guarantee anymore,


    Neither she nor he could be sure whether he would have a change of heart.


    However, what Crystal wanted was a lifetime with one person only!


    She had never loved someone so boldly and fearlessly, bever felt so desperate to be with a man. Yet,


    after what happened, she presumed that she would never do again.


    He had well and truly scared her off romance!


    Crystal did not voice any of these thoughts.


    There was no right or wrong between them, nor was itabout forgiveness. She had simply grown


    indifferent toward him.


    There was still one year left.


    Text ? by N0ve/lDrama.Org.


    No matter how he treated her, she would go along with him, but she would guard her heart.


    Jamie left at half-past four in the afternoon.


    At eight o’clock in the evening, Henry called Crystal. She was not contrived and answered the phone.


    directly.


    Over the phone, Henry spoke softly. “Feeling better?”


    “Mm-hmm,” Crystal replied with a short and simple sound. “Thanks for having Jamie take care of me.”


    A brief silence followed


    Henry chuckled. “Do you want me toe over? I just got off work. I can get you some of your favorite


    food. There’s a concert tonight. It’s a pity you’re sick and can’t go. How about we watch the live stream


    at home together?”


    Crystal understood his intention:


    He was trying to get closer to her and wanted to be like any other couple in a romantic rtionship.


    Unfortunately, she did not share his desire.


    Even so, she could not offend him. Therefore, she vaguely replied. “I’m not feeling well and want to


    rest. Let’s wait until this weekend. I’ll spend time with you then”


    Henry did not say anything


    Neither did Crystal


    There was an eerie silence between them, and finally, Henry broke it. “Well, get some rest then!”


    Crystal nodded and hung up the phone.


    On the other end, Henry held his phone as he sat in his ck Maybach. The streetlights shone down


    on him, casting a shadow on his face. He was right outside Crystal’s condominium.


    She doesn’t want me to go up.


    Henry opened the car door and got out, carrying a bag filled with Crystal’s favorite food.


    In addition, there was also a set of toiletries for men.


    He had nned to stay overnight and look after her, but she did not want him to.


    Henry was not a man who would swallow his pride. Since he came, there was no reason not to let


    Crystal know. However, he had his dignity, so he hung the bag on her doorknob instead.


    In the early morning, Crystal headed out to take Snowy for a walk.


    When she opened the door, she saw the bag hanging at her doorknob. Guessing it had been left by


    Henry, she brought it back inside and started to look through each item.


    Snacks, a shaver, a bathrobe, slippers, one men’s underwear….


    Crystal was rendered speechless at the collection of items.


    She put the things down, pretending not to know their purpose and pretending as if nothing had


    happened.


    While it was true she had set a time limit of one year with him, she did not n to let him intrude upon


    her private life. Therefore, she would not let him use these things.


    When it was time to go to work, Pete did note to pick her up.


    Since Crystal could not drive, she had to take a taxi to her music center. Fortunately, he was already


    there..


    From that day on, Pete gave her the cold shoulder.


    He refused to drive her and did not seek her out.


    Crystal did not force him but hired another driver instead. Regardless, she continued to keep tabs on


    him and was relieved when she knew he worked hard and did not fool around. Anna also told her he


    went to bed early every night.


    One day, Pete was finally willing to meet her, but his attitude remained cold.


    Crystal flipped through the reports and calmly asked. “Are you going to continue allowing your personal


    feelings to affect your work?”


    Pete’s expression was fierce as he red at her as though wanting to blow her up. This b*tch!


    After reading the reports, Crystal asked him to leave.


    Pete turned around and left. Once he was outside, he could not hold it in anymore and violently


    punched the wall. He even threw a small pill he was holding onto the ground and crushed it under his


    heel.


    Crystal walked out and watched him without saying a word.


    Turning around stiffly, Pete red at her. Hurt shone in his eyes.


    Crystal calmly said, “Pete, there are plenty of things in this world that you can’t get just because you


    want them. Besides, have you thought about what you’ll do once you seed in getting what you


    want?”


    In an instant. Pete was covered in cold sweat.


    She knows…


    Crystal looked down at the red pill and said softly, “Clean that up! Don’t let anyone see it. If you feel


    unhappy here, then go back to Hulcaster!”


    Pete’s body tensed.


    He knew he should leave, but he felt that leaving would make him look weak. Henry would probably


    laugh at him for days and see him as aplete loser!


    Pete gritted his teeth. “I’m not leaving! I’ll make a name for myself and show you what you’ve missed


    out on by not choosing me!”


    Crystal knew he had gotten over his bout of anger then.


    Hence, she smiled faintly and said, “Based on your recent performance, I’ll be deducting twelve


    thousand from your bonus this month!”


    Pete was taken aback.


    What the hell? I knew it! This woman is ruthless, through and through, just like that capitalist Henry!


    He snorted coldly and left.


    In the afternoon, Crystal received a call from Edward, saying that his son had be a lot more


    mature “Pete said he’lle back and work for Zelcest Group after a year. Crystal, I am so grateful to


    you!”


    Naturally, Crystal replied with some perfunctory words.


    She did not refuse the benefits Edward offered. After all, his precious son almost went crazy and


    wanted to use that little red pill. There was no way she would say no to somepensation.


    After dealing with Pete, Crystal felt much better.


    However, the good mood onlysted for a moment because Henry called. He was smiling on the other


    end of the line as he said, “I’lle to pick you upter! Do you want to go to my vi? That’s where I


    live now!”