---- Six months later. I finished the phase research on a new herb's medicinal properties at the Alpha Council's Herbal Research Center. The work was challenging and consuming, exactly what I needed. Every day brought new discoveries, new purposes. I'd found my calling in helping others heal. After completing the day's work, I returned to my residence. The small apartment the Council provided was simple but comfortable. More importantly, it was mine. No one could take it away. No one could manipulate me here. I received a call from my best friend back at Silverpine Pack. "Maya, how are you doing at the Alpha Council's research center? By my count, you should be done with work and resting now. When are you coming ---- back?" Her familiar voice brought a genuine smile to my face. I lay on my bed and laughed softly at her words: "Tomorrow." "Really? Oh Maya, I've missed you so much. It hasn't been the same without you here." My mother's memorial day was approaching next month. I really needed to go back and visit. "Good. You have no idea what happened in the pack after you left. It was absolutely shocking." Her voice dropped to a conspiratorial whisper. "Our former Alpha was directly stripped of his position by the Alpha Council. Apparently it was because he leaked important pack information at the border territory, causing massive losses to the pack." "And it was that Serena woman who exposed it all. ---- Can you believe it? She turned on him to try and save herself." I shook my head, my tone flat: "Tt has nothing to do with me anymore." "T know, but still... karma is real, Maya. They all got what they deserved." After chatting with my friend for a few more minutes about her new job and her mate, I hung up. The news didn't bring me satisfaction or pain. Just... nothing. I'd moved beyond caring about their fates. After packing my luggage and saying goodbye to my colleagues, I boarded the flight back to the pack. Dr. Williams, my research partner, gave me a warm hug at the airport. "Take care of yourself, Maya. We'll miss having you here." In "Cinderella's Glass Slipper: The One I’ve Always Loved" by CrushReel, a heartfelt romance unfolds between a woman and the president she has long admired since youth. Overcoming insecurities about her appearance, she finds herself working closely with him as his assistant, leading to unexpected twists and turns in their relationship. This modern romance novel explores themes of self-acceptance, unrequited love, and the dynamics of power and attraction in an office setting. The unique blend of billionaire CEO dynamics, hidden feelings, and the revelation of secrets adds layers of intrigue to the story, keeping readers captivated as the plot unfolds. What sets this novel apart is its delicate balance between sweet romance and the complexities of relationships in a contemporary workplace. With each chapter, readers are drawn deeper into the emotional journey of the characters as they navigate their growing connection amidst professional responsibilities and personal desires. For those seeking a compelling tale that combines elements of romance, secrecy, and personal transformation, "Cinderella's Glass Slipper: The One I’ve Always Loved" is available to read at CrushReel, offering a captivating escape into a world where love conquers all.