Chapter 295: Chapter 295 To Sign The Divorce Papers

A beat after, Henry hoarsely said, “I’ll buy it.”

It seemed inappropriate for a woman to buy that anyway..

Crystal was not going to stop him from running the errand. Besides, he had been too fervent earlier, and the strength had fled her legs.

Half an hour later, Henry returned with the medicine.

Crystal was in the bedroom.

She took out the pill and downed it with some warm water, the sensation uncomfortable as it went down. her throat.

Having taken the medicine, she turned her head toward him and said, “You can leave now.”

Men often became more amiable after they fulfilled their physical desires. Despite Grystal’s dismissive. tone, Henry did not seem bothered. Instead, he crouched down by her side and spoke in a husky voice. “You’re delicate even when taking a pill. You weren’t this fragile just a moment ago.”

Crystal’s brows furrowed as she said in a low tone, “Henry, this isn’t entertaining for me.”

Henry could tell she was upset about Lara, and he leaned in to whisper, “I’m no longer concerning myself with her.”

“Is that so? Then, Mr. Miller, could you please explain to me about the two hundred thousand you gave her?”

She found out about it?

Henry’s mind raced, landing on Jamie as the most probable source of the revelation. She likely spilled the beans.

His fingers gently sifted through Crystal’s chestnut hair. In a hoarse voice, he replied, “Crystal, be merciful. ‘ I bear no feelings toward her. Trust me, okay?”

A faint smile tugged at Crystal’s lips.

Despite their recent intimacy, they parted on tense terms.

Henry’s stance against divorce remained firm.

He became more attentive, treating his wife and children with utmost care and consideration.

He was aware that Crystal had secured a place to live and that she was just waiting for him to sign the divorce papers.

Over the next couple of weeks, their interactions were limited. Even when Crystal returned, she spent her nights with Skyler.

After what happened, Skyler restarted her visits to a psychologist, and with time, Crystal grew even more distant.

Two more weeks later, at Adroit Law Firm, Henry closed the file before turning to Jamie and saying, “Book two plane tickets for a week-long business trip to Hulcaster.”

Jamie nodded. “Of course, Mr. Miller.”

As Jamie turned to leave, Henry halted her. After a moment’s contemplation, he asked, “You have a good. rapport with Crystal, right? Could you perhaps talk to her on my behalf?”

Jamie’s face displayed her uncertainty as she was caught in a bind. She felt like a peasant caught in a war between two kings.

Noticing her conflicted expression, Henry grimaced and uttered, “Never mind. You can leave.”

With the door closing softly, Henry leaned back in his chair, thoughts drifting to Crystal.

Everything was in disarray.

Initially, he had been the one who was resolute about ending their marriage, intending to have her sign the separation agreement as soon as possible. Yet now, he inexplicably found himself grappling with his own reluctance.

A sense of self-disgust settled over him.

Just then, his phone buzzed, and when he glanced over, he realized it was a call from Crystal.

Quickly answering, he then cleared his throat and said, “Anything I can help you. with?”

Crystal’s voice held an unusual tenderness as she said, “If you’re free, how about we grab a coffee together?”

The notion of coffee was rather inviting.

Henry swiveled slightly in his chair, his voice taking on a huskier quality as he said, “This isn’t about discussing the divorce, is it?”

“No,” was her answer.

Henry rose from his seat, picking up his car keys. “Where are you? I’ll come pick you up!”

Crystal shared the location with Henry, and after about thirty minutes, his car pulled up at the entrance of a luxurious five-star hotel.

Inside, Crystal was seated in the ground floor café, the glass walls of the establishment offering a stunning. view of the surroundings.

Henry entered and took a seat across from Crystal. His gaze settled on her beige wool skirt, the warm color and softness lending her a distinctly feminine charm. “You look nice.”

He continued, “It seems like we haven’t really had a proper date yet.”

It felt as though he had neglected his responsibilities.

Crystal did not seem to mind.

Unlike her usual distant demeanor, she ordered for him his favorite black coffee and a dessert for herself.

Henry’s gaze darkened.

He liked the softer side of Crystal. It was perhaps due to this that he subconsciously uttered his next. words, “I’ll be going to Hulcaster for a week on business. How about you and Skyler join me? I’ll make sure to have my evenings free so we can spend time together.”

Crystal responded with a graceful smile, “We’ll see.”

As Henry was about to further persuade her, he caught sight of two familiar figures entering the scene.

It was Lara and Zachary Zachary sported a casual look with sunglasses, his arm draped around Lara’s shoulders. They had the air of people who had just shared an intimate moment, evident from Lara’s flushed cheeks.

Zachary had discreetly handed her twenty thousand dollars as compensation and planned their next rendezvous.

The sight before him ignited a cold fire within Henry as he turned his gaze toward Crystal. “Did you arrange this?”

This scene reminded him of the past, of Audrey with her fitness instructor in the Kingdom of Brundela, entangled in their passion.

The things they had used had been strewn across the floor, and the sight of that had disgusted him.

Crystal elegantly stirred her coffee, not denying his accusation.

“Yes, I orchestrated it. Lara turned down your offer of two hundred thousand, yet she readily accompanied Zachary for two hours, reportedly for twenty thousand. She’s using her resemblance to Audrey to her advantage. The next time you see her, she’ll probably appear as innocent as ever!”

Henry’s expression grew distant.

He was not particularly concerned about who Lara was sleeping with. What irked him was that his masculine pride was being challenged by Crystal’s actions.

His tone turned cold as he uttered, “Crystal, I underestimated you.”

Crystal’s gaze lowered gracefully. “I have a recording of Zachary and Lara in the act as well. Would you like to see it?”

What Crystal had done was despicable.

In his fury, he grabbed her and towed her to the parking lot.

Coincidentally, they crossed paths with Lara.

Lara’s eyes widened in shock, her panicked expression resembling a startled rabbit. She tried to explain with teary eyes, “Mr.

Miller, it’s not what you think!”

However, Henry ignored her as he continued to drag Crystal to the car before throwing her inside.

His tall figure encroached upon her space. Despite still being in the parking lot, he pushed her wool skirt up to her waist inside the car. Fueled by anger, he touched her roughly, his voice dripping with resentment. “Mrs. Miller, how many sides to you are there?”

When she had invited him for coffee earlier, he had been hopeful that she was reconsidering their relationship.

He had not anticipated this scheme.

She was even working together with a trash bag like Zachary.

What Henry wanted was a gentle wife, not a wife who was as aggressive as this.

Abruptly, he stopped his actions.

When he gazed into her eyes, he saw that there was nothing but despair in them.

All the drama was to secure their divorce.

In reality, she was right. This was pointless.

Henry leaned in, his voice now soft, like a lover’s whisper. “Fine, let’s get a divorce. Not because of Lara, but because you and I... truly aren’t a good match.”

After uttering those words, Henry stood up.

He moved to the driver’s seat, sloppily rebuttoning his clothes, then lowered his head to light a cigarette.

Lara continued to knock on the car window.

However, the married couple inside the car remained in a mocking silence.

Crystal straightened her clothing and sat up slowly. Deep down, she understood that she had successfully provoked Henry. Lara was not just a forbidden topic for her but for him as well.

He wished that Lara remained pure and innocent, but she had tainted Lara.

Crystal was certain that Henry abhorred her at that moment.

Even after finishing his cigarette, the smoke continued to linger in the car.

His voice was subdued as he said, “Once I’m back from my business trip, we’ll sign the papers.”

Throughout that week, while Henry was away in Hulcaster, rumors about him and a young actress spread, for they were spotted together on multiple occasions.

The young actress even released a statement about their supposed romance. Henry did not clarify the situation, allowing speculations to grace the headlines of newspapers.

Of course, Crystal saw the news.

Yet, she refrained from questioning him, as they were two people already on the path to divorce.

Upon Henry’s return to Barnwood, he stayed away from home for an entire week.

And he promised to sign the divorce papers....

Crystal encountered him at a Ferropenian restaurant. He was once again with the young actress, sharing a meal together. The young actress was someone lively with a positive aura.

When Henry saw Crystal, his lips curved into a faint smile.

Instead of avoiding her, he considerately ordered a dessert for his female companion. Not noticing.

Crystal’s presence, the young actress happily accepted it.

As Crystal walked past them, her complexion turned somewhat pale.

She accompanied him from Hulcaster to Barnwood. It looks like she’ll be winning Henry over soon.

The person she had arranged to meet did not show up.

Thus, she dined alone, occasionally glancing up to see Henry’s intent gaze. It was as if he was lost in thought.

Crystal kept her gaze averted from him.

Focusing on her plate, she started cutting into her steak. Suddenly, a tall figure stood before her, blocking. her view.

When Crystal looked up, she saw Henry sitting across from her.

Before she could speak, he calmly inquired, “Are you still residing at home?”

Her delicate fingers hesitated momentarily. After a brief pause, she replied in a soft voice, “Once we’ve signed the papers, I’ll move out.”

Henry reclined slightly in his chair, his fingers lightly tracing his pristine white shirt. His expression held at mix of a half-smile and indifference. He remarked, “Technically, you can move out even before signing. But if you’re insistent, then let’s finalize the papers tonight.”

He was taunting her.

Though their marriage might be failing, basic courtesy should still be upheld. Yet, he seemed intent on ruining Crystal’s composure.

He wanted to hurt her.

In truth, he did not like the young actress, but he let her chase him all the way to Barnwood in her bid to hire him as a legal consultant. He even allowed those ambiguous statements to be released.

Henry could guess that Crystal was ill at ease.

He, too, had decided to give up on her. After signing the divorce papers, they would sever all connections.

Henry’s despicable antics had Crystal’s appetite waning. She set her utensils down, saying, “Fine. I can sign them now.”