BOOK3 Chapter5 She stood by my bed, her expression smug. "Well, well, well. Look at you now." I lay there, defeated, unwilling to engage, my mind fixated on a single thought: I wanted a divorce. And I wanted them both to leave with nothing. Evelyn, unfazed by my silence, pulled up a chair. "Don't tell me you're waiting for your parents to come rescue you. You've been here for a day. Don't you find it strange they haven't shown up?" My heart s**ed a beat, but I kept my expression neutral. My parents were on vacation overseas. Even if they got the news, it would take time for them to get back. Besides, Ethan wouldn't dare tell them about his betrayal. Evelyn saw my hesitation and pulled out her phone, showing me a news report about a plane crash and a list of passengers. "I know you don't want to believe me, but I wouldn't go through the trouble of faking a major news story, would I?" I saw my parents' names on the list. Panic flooded me, shattering the last vestiges of my composure. I lunged at Evelyn, my grief and rage exploding, blaming her for everything. I didn't even feel the pain as I ripped the IV from my arm, my blood staining the sheets. Ethan grabbed my wrist before I could reach her, pulling me away and shielding Evelyn with his body. "That's enough, Yuna!" Seeing him protect her ignited a new wave of fury. I lashed out, clawing at his clothes, sinking my teeth into his wrist. I didn't let go, the metallic taste of blood filling my mouth. 17:44 Buried Love Series Ashes of Regret Books Chapters Only when the doctor arrived and sedated me did I finally go limp… "Look at her, Ethan. Don't tell me you still care for her after this," Evelyn said. watching me with a mixture of disgust and triumph. Ethan looked at me, his eyes cold and empty. "Of course not." Ethan committed me to the m**l institution, sending his assistant to make sure I didn't "escape." The assistant, a college friend of Ethan's, had always been loyal to him. I sat in the back of the car, my hands tied, my emotions strangely calm. "Who is she?" The assistant looked away, silent. "Can't you tell me?" I laughed bitterly. "Do you think I'm in any position to cause trouble?" He hesitated, then finally spoke. "She's Evelyn Carter, the only daughter of the Carter family. She just returned from abroad…" Carter? As in, the wealthiest family in LA? So that was it. Ethan was a gold digger after all. My family's fortune wasn't enough for him, so he set his sights on the Carters? I wanted to claw my eyes out. How could I have been so blind? My absence clearly affected Ethan.. He might have owned the company now, but many of the executives were loyal to my father. It would take time for him to replace them with his own people. In "Angel From Above" by CrushReel, follow the journey of a young woman who, after a tragic loss at a tender age, finds herself in the care of neglectful relatives. At eighteen, a fateful act of kindness towards a stranger unveils a surprising connection to a billionaire's mother. This CEO-driven modern drama unfolds against the backdrop of wealth and power, set within the luxurious confines of mansions and offices. The protagonist's transformation, from a troubled past to newfound connections with affluence, forms the core of this ongoing narrative. As she navigates through societal expectations and personal growth, themes of resilience and self-discovery take center stage. What sets "Angel From Above" apart is its compelling blend of emotional depth and aspirational storytelling. Readers are drawn into a world where personal struggles meet with the allure of opulence, creating a dynamic narrative that resonates with those seeking both drama and inspiration. Dive into this captivating tale on CrushReel for a unique exploration of ambition, relationships, and the quest for identity in the face of adversity.