Chapter 45 I’ve Changed My Mind
Crystal also felt that the long dress suited her perfectly as soon as she tried it on. She sat down and praised the secretary. “It’s because Jamie has good taste.”
Henry remained silent.
The housekeeper, Marie, brought in breakfast as she stated, “Miss Winters, I didn’t know that you were coming. We’ll have to make do with this today. Let me know what you would like to eat, and I’ll make it for you tomorrow morning.”
Crystal preferred a simple breakfast. However, being a guest at Henry’s house, she acknowledged that Marie was his hired housekeeper.
Therefore, she had no reason to boss her around.
She smiled lightly and murmured, “This is great.”
At that, Marie breathed a sigh of relief. I get the feeling that she’s quite easy to get along with.
Rubbing her hands together, she then hurried back to the kitchen to resume her work.
Meanwhile, Henry folded his newspaper.
He glanced at Crystal, who was sipping her milk with her head down. It was clear that she came from a middle–class family as she ate in a gentle and cultured manner, without any hint of pretense or affectation.
At once, he found her pleasing to the eye.
In contrast, he had been born into a life of privilege and his handsome appearance had attracted numerous women throughout his adult years. With discerning taste and high standards, he wasn’t interested in the innocent and inexperienced women that other men might keep around to satisfy their desires. For him, compatibility and a woman’s background were essential factors to consider.
Crystal’s looks and personality had captured Henry’s heart, to the extent that he was willing to live with her.
Obviously, Crystal was oblivious to these thoughts. She took a sip of her milk and then thought it over before deciding to inform him, “I lost my other jobs, but I still have my classes with Sophia. I have one tomorrow night.”
He did not object, but lightly asked, “So you really like the piano? I’ve heard you play well. Why didn’t you further your studies?” Given her family background, it wouldn’t have been an issue.
She only smiled faintly.
The truth was that Crystal had thought about it before. She had been offered admission to the Royal Academy of Music in the Kingdom of Brundela and had even packed her bags, but Anna strongly opposed it. Crystal was the child that Anna had raised with great difficulty, and the latter couldn’t bear to let her go.
Anna had never had children of her own, and she felt a strong sense of possession toward Crystal.
After a month of tug of war, Crystal decided to stay in Barnwood.
Her teacher expressed deep regret and said, “Crystal, you are the most talented student I have ever seen. It’s such a shame that you’re not pursuing advanced studies and have instead chosen to become a teacher.”
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Crystal felt that there was no need to tell Henry about these things since this was her own life.
Henry noticed that something was amiss with her expression and was about to say something, but his phone chose that moment to ring.
It was a message from his father.
‘Henry, there’s a lead on the daughter that Mr. Quinn has been searching for all these years. Keep your schedule open when he returns from abroad.
David also sent a picture.
It was a pink diamond necklace.
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Henry looked at the picture and felt that he had seen it somewhere, but he couldn’t recall exactly where it
was.
Just then, Jamie called, so he exited the album.
Jamie was efficient and had already arranged the release of John Winters. All that was left was for Henry to sign off on the paperwork.
With that, he ended the call.
Then, Henry said to Crystal, “I’m going to the detention center. Go home and wait for my news. You should be able to see him today.”
Crystal was very grateful to him and whispered her thanks.
He picked up his coat and stood up gracefully. She changed her shoes before walking him down the stairs,
As they reached the ground floor, a luxurious black car came into view.
Jamie was waiting by the car and nodded respectfully at Crystal upon seeing her. “Miss Winters.”
Crystal also nodded in response.
Henry opened the car door and got in. With his handsome looks and refined manners, he exuded an air of elegance and nobility.
She suddenly remembered what he had said.
Crystal, it’s hard to tell who’s taking advantage of whom between us, isn’t it?
At this moment, she couldn’t agree more with his words.
She watched as his car drove away. Just as she was about to go upstairs, her phone rang.
It was a call from Robert.
After a moment of hesitation, she decided to answer the call and softly uttered, “Robert, I’ve changed my mind.”
