Chapter 277: Chapter 277 Take Good Care Of You

Despite the cheerful atmosphere in the VIP ward, Crystal’s eyes were slightly moist, a detail that only Melora noticed.

Feeling sad about it, Melora made an excuse to get some fresh air outside.

Little did she expect to run into Alfred..

He had flown over in his private jet to visit Crystal and Remi after his meeting in Coldbridge was over.

It was at the ward entrance that he bumped into Melora, whom he had not seen in a long time. Having been busy, he was reminded of how much he missed her when he saw her in person. Noticing the tears welling up in her eyes, he spoke in a tone tinged with tenderness. “What’s wrong? Didn’t Crystal give birth to the baby successfully?” He handed the gift he brought to Leslie. “You go ahead and visit Crystal and her baby first.”

Knowing that it was not easy for the two to meet, Leslie nodded before entering the ward.

Alfred pulled Melora into the emergency stairwell and closed the green metal door behind them. Pulling her hands away from her eyes, he asked, “Why do you always cry when you’re already an adult?”

“It’s none of your business!”

Melora turned her head away, her eyes red.

Alfred simply smiled. He lit up a cigarette and took a puff. “I suppose this is about Crystal, isn’t it?”

Having had her mind read annoyed Melora, but she soon felt even more miserable.

At the end of the day, I have someone who understands me in this world, but Crystal doesn’t.

For the first time over the past few months, Crystal didn’t give Alfred the cold shoulder. She burst into tears in front of the man she hated. “Everyone thinks that Crystal is happy, but I know full well that she isn’t. Henry may be back, but he doesn’t remember her, yet Crystal still loves him!”

If not for love, no woman can tolerate being neglected by her husband.

Alfred continued smoking in silence.

Even though he was aware of what Melora had told him, there didn’t seem to be anything he could do.

Crystal and Henry had gone through a lot and they used to love each other very much. Anyone in the know could never bring themselves to get Crystal to give up, and Alfred was no exception.

He felt bad for Crystal. What happened with Audrey was not her fault at all.

Henry had only done what was expected of a husband, yet Crystal had to pay for it for the rest of her life.

Alfred lifted his head slightly, a glint flashing across his eyes.

He thought about Krystal, himself, and then Crystal The children of the Lodge family are fated to suffer whet it comes to matters of the heart.

When Alfred entered the ward, Henry was escorting his parents out, leaving Crystal and Leslie behind.

At the sight of his boss, Leslie announced, “Mr. Lodge is here!”

Crystal attempted to get up but was stopped by Alfred.

“What are you doing? It’ll hurt.”

His heart aching. Alfred stroked her head and asked about the birth.

Crystal replied with a slight smile, “It’s all right. It’s a lot easier than giving birth to Skyler.”

Those words made Alfred feel worse. After playing with Remi for a moment, he said casually, “If you’re not happy, come back to Coldbridge for some time. Your granny isn’t fit enough to fly here, and she’s looking forward to seeing the two children.”

Knowing what Alfred was implying, Crystal shifted her gaze to Remi as she replied, “I’ll head over after a while.”

Alfred smiled in response and didn’t force her.

Right then, Henry returned with Skyler after walking his parents out.

The sight of Alfred caused Skyler to rush to his side, clamoring for a hug.

She had always been Alfred’s favorite and pampered the most among all the other children in the family.

Wanting to give the couple some privacy, Alfred picked Skyler up and said to Leslie, “Middle-aged men like us should learn how to babysit children. Come, let’s take Skyler out for a walk.”

The delighted Skyler wrapped her arms around Alfred’s neck tightly as he gave her a piggyback ride.

Peace returned to the ward. Crystal gave her blanket a gentle tug and broke into a faint smile. “I’ll be getting some rest. I’m a little tired from seeing everyone.”

Staring at her, Henry recalled Alfred’s words from earlier.

He could tell that Crystal had been suffering during this time.

Their interaction over the last few months had been neither good nor bad. No one was willing to discuss what they really felt deep down.

After all, she treasured their marriage still, while he gradually felt that there were more pros than cons to maintaining it.

After Crystal had fallen asleep, Henry laid back on the couch and watched her thoughtfully.

Just as he was a little lost in thoughts, Remi woke up.

He wailed till his face was swollen red.

Crystal was naturally awoken by the commotion. She looked at the baby and said softly, “He must be hungry. Can you bring him over so that I can nurse him?”

Henry’s gaze darkened.

He gently picked up Remi, then placed him in Crystal’s arms and stayed by their side.

Even though Remi was Crystal’s second child, this was the first time she nursed a baby. She awkwardly unbuttoned herself before bringing Remi close enough to feed him.

Remi suckled greedily, drinking from his mother’s milk..

Henry sat down and caressed the baby’s hair.

When his gaze swept across Crystal’s body, he commented offhandedly, “Why is your waist so slim despite having just given birth?”

I can’t believe how alluring she is!

Having not been intimate with Crystal for two months, Henry was overwhelmed by his desire at that moment. Crystal was busy nursing her baby and oblivious to the change in Henry.

A subsequent pop rang out in the air, causing Henry’s eyes to darken further..

Remi was particularly obedient as he went back to sleep once he was done suckling.

Crystal wanted to button up her top, but her swollen breast hurt when it came into contact with the fabric.

She wanted to express some milk but felt embarrassed to do so in front of Henry.

The next morning, Henry was still sleeping on the couch when Crystal woke up.

Feeling a lot more relaxed, she walked to the bathroom to unbutton her top by supporting herself against the wall.

As this was the first time she did something like that, her anxiety caused her to fumble on her way there.

The bathroom door was gently closed behind her, and she felt Henry hug her from behind and kiss her behind her car. He murmured, “L.,me do it.”

Crystal was stunned as she locked her gaze on his reflection in the mirror.

Despite his polite tone, Henry’s actions were anything but that. When he expertly expressed the milk on her behalf, Crystal wondered if he had actually learned it beforehand.

Throughout the entire process, her eyes were closed as she didn’t dare to look.

She knew full well what an embarrassing sight it was “Is it still swollen? Do you feel better? Otherwise, I’ll help you a while longer...” he whispered into her ear.

Crystal knew that he was doing it on purpose. She quickly grabbed her top and covered herself. “That’s enough. I feel a lot better now.”

The next second, she was carried to the countertop.

Fortunately, Henry didn’t forget she had just given birth, for he rested her on one of his hands while the other removed her top.

He commented in a raspy voice, “This height is perfect!”

He lowered his head and did what he had in mind the day before.

This was the first time he had acted so brazenly in front of Crystal.

When he was done, he leaned on her shoulder to catch his breath.

Crystal was overwhelmed by lust due to how deeply in love she was with him. Wrapping her arms around. his waist tightly, she couldn’t help but whisper, “Henry, do you have a little crush on me now?”

Henry continued kissing her, relishing the tenderness of her body.

Pressing himself against her ear, he asked in a husky voice, “Aren’t you happy with our life now?”

Crystal raised her head to kiss his chin.

“I don’t know, Henry. I don’t think I’m satisfied.” The amorous atmosphere allowed her to open her heart and speak candidly.

What she wanted was simple: his love.

She didn’t mind if he didn’t recover his memories. All that was needed to satisfy her was his love.

The addition of a child had made their relationship improve slightly.

Henry would visit the hospital every day to see his newborn son.

The day Crystal was discharged, he brought Skyler along. He even prepared plenty of gifts which were most jewelry, something every woman loved.

In the middle of the night, he would also wake up to check on the baby.

Even Crystal felt that he had gradually developed feelings for her and their marriage seemed to be improving at a steady pace.

As she was someone who knew how to count her blessing, happiness was written all over her face.

The day Remi was one month old, no grand celebration was held. Henry arrived home late as he had to work overtime.

Nevertheless, he brought Crystal a gift and cradled Remi for a long time.

On the cold winter night, Crystal sat by the fireplace with a satisfied smile on her face.

The next day, which was a weekend, Crystal received a call from Jamie, who invited her for coffee.

Crystal held the phone in her hand and had an epiphany.

She knew how tactful Jamie was. If it wasn’t something important, she wouldn’t have invited her out at a time she was supposed to be recuperating at home.

In the end, Crystal chose to meet with Jamie.

Inside the cafe, Jamie was already waiting. The moment she saw Crystal, she greeted warmly, “Crystal!”

Crystal sat down across the table.

She ordered a lemonade. After taking two sips, she asked, “Is it about Henry?”

Jamie pursed her lips.

Crystal, having guessed what it was all about, broke into a faint smile. “Is it about a woman?”

Jamie placed a picture on the table and said softly, “Crystal, if this wasn’t important, I would definitely not bother you at a time like this.”

Crystal picked up the picture, and her porcelain-white face lost all color.

She looks exactly like a twenty-two-year-old Audrey, the innocent and unsullied Audrey!

Jamie continued in a slightly raspy voice, “She’s Lara Chamber and she’s twenty-two. She’s one of the poor students sponsored by the law firm over the last few years. Last month, Mr. Miller got her to stay back to intern at the law firm.”

Last month... The month when I gave birth!

Crystal’s fingers balled into fists.

Jamie added with certainty, “There’s definitely nothing inappropriate going on between Mr. Miller and her, but the ambitious look the girl has in her eyes tells me that she isn’t a simple girl.”

Crystal lowered her head and flashed a smirk. “I’m sure she’s fully aware of who she resembles.” She got to her feet and smiled at Jamie. “If Henry makes things difficult for you over this matter, just come and see me.”

Crystal didn’t wait for Jamie to respond before storming off.

The dazzling fire she had within her when she arrived had now been doused by an icy aura.

So, the happiness I felt recently is nothing but an illusion.

When Crystal returned to the mansion, the housekeeper informed her, “Mr. Miller called to say that he’ll be back late. He wanted you to have dinner without him.”

Crystal nodded. “All right.” She ascended the staircase but stopped halfway abruptly. “Can you help me clear some of my things?

I want you to dump all the gifts Mr. Miller has given me recently at the door.

The housekeeper was scared into silence.

When Henry came back at nine o’clock, he was greeted by the pile of things at the door.

“Where did these come from?”

The housekeeper explained fearfully, “These are the gifts you have given Mrs. Miller previously. She wanted them disposed of.”

Henry furrowed his brows as he headed upstairs.

Inside the master bedroom, Crystal was putting on makeup in front of her dressing table.

Unlike her usual habit of putting on light makeup, she wore a vampish one this time. In addition, she was decked out in a body-

hugging black dress and expensive jewelry around her neck.

Henry scanned the surroundings the moment he entered. “Where’s Skyler and Remi?”

Crystal’s eyes met with his in the mirror She curled her flaming red lips and slowly replied, “I’ve talked to Mom and Dad. They’ll be taking care of the children for the time being.”

When Henry walked up to her, she got to her feet. She reached up seductively and wrapped her arms around his neck. “From now on, I’ll have more time to take good care of you, Darling!”