Chapter 107: Chapter 107

Chapter 107 Are You Sick I would feel foolish if I went with him.

Crystal didn’t give a direct answer but went to change her shoes. “I’ll drive you to the airport.”

Henry stared at her for a few seconds but didn’t say anything.

There were three cars parked in the underground parking.

One was a Bentley Continental, which he always drove, and the other two were sports cars, which he rarely drove.

Henry opened the door of a red Ferrari and sat in the passenger seat.

Crystal got into the car, and he handed her the keys. “You can use it from now on. It’s not safe for you to be out late after tutoring Sophia.”

I can use it?

Crystal bit her lip lightly. “I want to buy a car for myself. This car is too flashy and not suitable for me.”

Henry didn’t object.

With the credit card he gave Crystal which had a monthly limit of fifty million, buying a car was not a problem for her.

Crystal didn’t say much and gently stepped on the accelerator.

Henry had a busy day. He didn’t have the energy to talk about last night with her. Crystal drove well, so he leaned back in the seat and closed his eyes to rest.

An hour later, Crystal parked the car in the underground parking.

She turned toward him and called his name.

Henry’s lashes fluttered, and he slowly opened his eyes.

His beautiful eyes held a captivating allure, while his chiseled face made him look undeniably handsome.

“Do you want me to accompany you?” Crystal asked softly.

Henry gently held her hand and caressed it slowly before speaking in a hoarse voice. “It’s fine. Be careful driving back.”

Crystal thought he looked tired.

She owed him a lot, so it was only natural for her to show concern.

“You too... Send me a message once you land.”

Since both of them had given in, the atmosphere was a little different. Henry’s gaze lingered on her red lips.

Crystal leaned in and kissed him gently. “Take care.”

Suddenly, Henry grabbed the back of her head and deepened the kiss.

Crystal was taken aback.

She felt the heat emanating from him, and his skin felt unnaturally hot.

“Henry, are you sick?”

He let go of her lips but didn’t release her. Instead, he pressed his forehead against hers.

“I think so. Feel my temperature,” he said, his voice husky.

Feeling uncomfortable, Crystal looked away, her breath slightly erratic as she reminded him, “You’re going to miss your flight.”

“Are you trying to get rid of me?” Henry held onto her while opening the car door with one hand.

Crystal pushed him away silently.

She watched him struggle with the luggage clumsily. In the end, her compassion got the better of her. “If you’re not feeling well, ask the flight attendants for medicine.”

Henry gazed at her deeply. “All right.”

Crystal almost felt the urge to go with him to Hulcaster because he might be sick and there would be no one else around to look after him. However, in the end, she suppressed the thought.

Back in the condominium, she couldn’t help but feel a sense of emptiness.

She thought carefully about the unusual silent treatment they had going on. It hit her that maybe they were holding back because of their relationship. After all, they weren’t supposed to fight.

Jealousy and quarrels were things that true couples would do. They were not that.

Although they weren’t, Crystal still wanted to care for him. She calculated the time and called Henry three hours later to ask about his health.

“I’m fine now! Let’s talk about it later. I have a negotiation.”

“Okay,” Crystal responded softly.

After hanging up the phone, she walked to the floor–to–ceiling windows, sat in front of the Ludweig piano, and played a gentle tune.

She had developed feelings for Henry, and those feelings wouldn’t disappear just because of a fight.

It just taught her how to restrain herself.

The next morning, Crystal wanted to make a call but afraid of disturbing him, she decided against it.

Since Henry wasn’t around, she took the opportunity to work on the matter of the music center.

She called her senior, Emelia, to seek her opinion. Emelia sounded cheerful as she suggested, “Crystal, let’s have a meal together!”

At the restaurant, Crystal learned that Emelia also wanted to start her own business.

“Everything else is ready, including the audit of the pre–existing student population. We just need to find a suitable office space.

You have no idea, Crystal, how expensive real estate is in Barnwood. The cheaper places on the outskirts are not favored by the parents, while the better and more central locations cost millions for just a small area.”

Emelia shook her head.

“You’ll find something that suits your needs,” Crystal comforted.

Emelia helped Crystal fill her plate.

“How about joining me? You can invest some capital, and then receive salaries and dividends. After a year’s worth of operations, the profits won’t be little.”

Crystal considered it for a moment.

Working with Emelia would allow them to scale up the business, and Emelia was much more savvy in terms of operations.

Crystal agreed.

In the end, they reached an agreement, and Crystal invested two million for a thirty–percent. stake.

Having this opportunity made Crystal happy.

After the meal, she decided to call Anna.

Upon hearing it was Emelia, Anna couldn’t help but say, “She’s reliable! She’s a pretty reliable woman.”

A long moment of silence ensued:

Crystal knew what was on Anna’s mind. She said softly, “Madam Anna, I’m fine. Henry treats me well, and besides, he’s young and good–looking. How would it be unfortunate for me to be with him?”

Anna chuckled at those words.

After hesitating for a moment, she said, “Then have you guys... Crystal, I’m just afraid you’ll get hurt.”

Crystal’s face flushed crimson red.

She understood Anna’s subtle hint and replied vaguely, “Don’t worry. Henry always takes precautions.”

Anna blushed as well and felt too embarrassed to ask further.

Immediately, Crystal changed the topic and told Anna that she planned to buy a car.

Anna agreed, saying, “If you’re starting your own business, you need a car. It’s not professional to go to business meetings without one!”

She also instructed Crystal not to use Henry’s money for these big purchases, as it would be a difficult matter in the future if Crystal owed him too much now.

Crystal felt warmth spreading in her heart.

“I understand, Madam Anna. Don’t worry.”

With Emelia taking care of the music center matters, Crystal had some free time, so she decided to go look at cars.

Considering her financial situation, she thought that a budget of three to four hundred thousand would be appropriate.

She went to a BMW dealership.

With the guidance of the salesperson, Crystal quickly settled on a car worth three hundred fifty thousand within an hour.

She paid the full amount and was about to talk to the salesperson when she noticed someone familiar from the corner of her eye.

She thought she must have been mistaken and took a closer look.

It was Clementine and Zachary, who was Madison’s husband.

Clementine was clinging to Zachary’s arm, laughing and acting coy. It was clear that they were also there to buy a car.

Zachary seemed hesitant, probably because of the price.

Clementine kissed him passionately.

After that, Zachary immediately agreed to her demands, displaying an air of extravagance as he nonchalantly splurged his money. It made Crystal’s eyes redden with resentment.

Madison dated Zachary way back in university, and they got married right after graduation.

How could he mess around with Clementine?

Crystal’s mind was in disarray. She didn’t even know how to tell Madison.

At that moment, Clementine noticed Crystal as well.

Her face suddenly turned serious, and she quickly dragged Zachary away, obviously not wanting him to see Crystal.

Crystal was left stunned.

“Miss Winters?” The salesperson smiled at her. “Do you have any other questions?”

Crystal snapped back to her senses and gave an apologetic smile.

The salesperson liked her because it was rare to find such an easy–going and undemanding customer. Moreover, Crystal was also quite beautiful and friendly.

After completing the formalities, Crystal walked out of the dealership.

She had driven Henry’s car there today and was about to get in when she heard a voice from behind. “Crystal, we need to talk!”