Chapter 268 Our Wedding Night
Crystal’s heart quivered within her chest, a storm of emotions raging as she stood at the threshold.
Summoning her inner strength, she held back her tears and stepped forward, entering the room as she had done countless times before.
Henry kept the diary properly, his fingers trailing lightly over the drawer’s edge.
When he raised his gaze, it held a tender warmth. “Is Skyler already asleep?”
Placing the fruit platter on the table, Crystal nodded and settled into his embrace. She guided his hand, placing it upon her belly. “Yes, she’s asleep. But this little one is waiting for you.”
Henry’s touch was delicate as he massaged the area, trying to connect with the unborn child.
Yet, the baby’s movements were still subtle, too delicate to be felt.
Had the baby been larger, he might have sensed the steady rhythm of his other child’s heartbeat.
Drawing nearer, he pressed his nose against hers, their skin brushing tenderly. His voice was playful, teetering on the edge of teasing. “Is it the baby longing for me, or perhaps you want to share a bed with me?”
She entwined her fingers around his neck, her silk nightgown offering little resistance. In the past, he would have surrendered to temptation without a second thought. But now, with her carrying their child, his desires were tempered by a sense of responsibility.
He placed a lingering, gentle kiss upon her lips, his touch igniting a spark.
As the kiss concluded, their foreheads met, their breaths mingling. “Crystal, if only time could pause at this moment. That way, we’d be together forever.”
Tears pooled in her eyes as she brushed her fingertip against his lips. “Henry, we’re not married yet. How could this be the end?”
Henry’s gaze darkened while his eyes bore into her.
After a prolonged silence, he rasped, “Let’s get married tomorrow. Just the two of us, Crystal. What do you think?”
Her voice was a husky whisper as she agreed to it.
1/5
The next morning, Henry skipped his usual morning run and called Jamie instead, instructing her to prepare the necessary documents.
Jamie arrived in the afternoon, after which the housekeeper guided her to the second-floor study.
Though Jamie’s emotions were a whirlwind, she managed to summon a professional smile. “Mr. Miller, I have the documents prepared.”
Henry acknowledged her efforts with a nod, reaching out to accept the documents.
The stack of papers before him contained the equity transfer agreement for Seeas Corporation.
Within this substantial bundle lay the transfer of his stock of sixty-five percent to Crystal, his wife. All it required was her signature and the seal of a lawyer, and the transfer would be immediately enacted.
Henry perused the documents before passing them to Crystal, muttering, “While Miller Corporation might find its future in the hands of our children, Seeas Corporation is your domain. I’ll bring in professional managers to oversee its operations, and Jamie will be around too. Crystal, I’m confident in your ability to run the company.”
Though he might not be able to accompany her until the very end, ensuring her financial stability was his duty as her husband.
Moreover, Crystal’s ownership of these assets would serve as a safeguard against any potential future hurt he might unknowingly inflict due to his condition. If he ever caused her pain, she would have the power to cast him aside without hesitation.
Crystal’s lips quivered as her emotions surged. “Weren’t we supposed to be getting married? Henry, I don’t need any of this; all I want is you!”
Yet, here he was, transferring ownership of the companies to her and the children.
Gently patting her head, Henry smiled affectionately. “Consider this a betrothal gift.”
He was afraid that he might mistreat her unknowingly in the future, so he chose to give her everything while his memories were still intact.
Despite their wedding being on the horizon, the atmosphere was drenched in sorrow, bringing tears to Crystal’s eyes.
Jamie quietly left the room, her eyes equally wet.
Her heart ached for her boss-for the situation he and his family had to be in.
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2/5
Within the study, Crystal positioned herself beside the floor-to-ceiling window, her emotions a whirlpool of resistance.
Henry comprehended her emotions without words. Stepping closer, he enveloped her in a tender embrace, his chin finding a resting place upon her shoulder. His voice was a soothing caress as he said, “No need for tears, all right?”
Crystal could not stop the tears, however. The sadness persisted.
Henry’s gentle fingers swept away her teardrops, and when he spoke, his words were a playful attempt to lift her spirits. “Silly girl, now that you’re the CEO of Secas Corporation, no matter where I go, I’ll always have a way to catch a glimpse of you. Tell me, Crystal, is there any escaping your grasp?”
Turning in his arms, she sought solace within his embrace.
Her tears had soaked his shirt completely, an uncomfortable sensation, but he paid it no mind, for moments like these were dwindling on his timeline.
In the end, Crystal signed the documents.
She succeeded Henry as the new CEO of Seeas Corporation, a company boasting a market valuation of over two hundred billion.
Their wedding was an intimate affair unmarked by an audience.
A humble church, an altar adorned with a bible, and a pair of wedding bands.
Henry donned a suit-a pristine white shirt matched with a velvety black jacket.
It was the look that Crystal loved to see most.
Crystal, not yet two months into the pregnancy, chose an understated wedding gown that nipped at the waist. With her coffee tresses cascading down her back like a waterfall, she exuded elegance.
They exchanged their rings and put them on for one another.
Their fingers brushed, and while staring into the depths of Crystal’s eyes, Henry whispered. softly, “I vow to treasure our union, to remain unwavering and faithful, eternally.”
Crystal’s eyes felt hot,
Meeting her new husband’s eyes, she reciprocated with a gentle promise, “I vow the same, to cherish our love, to stay steadfast and united, regardless of where we are.”
Then, Henry lowered his head to press a kiss onto her lips.
Belonging naturally to the metropolitan elite with a plethora of properties registered to his name, Henry Miller was the preeminent attorney in the country. Nevertheless, he also assumed an additional role—Robert's forthcoming brother-in-law. Crystal hesitated momentarily, but then she mused, If Robert can cheat on me, why can't I indulge and enjoy myself too?Instead of pushing Henry away, she held onto him even tighter as she was beautiful and had an attractive figure.
