---- Chapter 5 There was no way the drug lord could possibly object to Jasmine's suggestion. In fact, he seemed impressed. He generously left behind three pounds of drugs and two men to assist her. "You're a despicable woman, but I admire that. If things don't work out with the cops, you can always come work for me," he said, scribbling his phone number on a piece of paper. "That will never happen." Jasmine scoffed, not even glancing at the number. "Because Sam and I will have ahappy life." Using my phone, Jasmine quickly sent a message to the police outside. (There are bombs in the hideout. Don't act rashly.] Then, she played pre-recorded clips of the drug lord's voice, releasing them little by little over the next few days to make it seem like the criminals were still holed up in the factory. ---- Meanwhile, she unleashed hell on me. For three days and nights, I was tortured. My body became riddled with blackened needle marks. When the withdrawal hit, it felt like thousands of ants burrowed into my bones, gnawing from the inside out. I screamed, writhed, and lost control of my body. I was no longer human, just a broken creature. Jasmine offered me a deal. If I begged, if I groveled at her feet, she would give me a quick death. Over my dead body. I was a police officer. I would never bow to a criminal. So, she gouged out my eyes, crushing them between. her fingers right by my ears so I could hear the squelch. Then, she shattered my bones, piece by piece, using a special hammer. She severed my limbs, keeping me alive with adrenaline so I would not miss asingle moment of agony. Finally, she sawed through my throat with a dull knife. Blood poured onto the floor as my life faded away. ---- Afterward, the men the drug lord had left behind dismembered my body and transported it away. Except for Jasmine, the factory was cleared out. Using my service weapon, Jasmine shot herself in both legs. Her agonized screams echoed through the building, drawing the police in a panicked rush. "Dm so sorry, Sam. It's all my fault," she sobbed, her legs soaked in blood, her face streaked with tears. " Emilia took money from the drug lord. She gave you false information and fled to escape punishment." And, of course, Samuel never doubted her. He immediately reported to the commissioner, who launched a nationwide manhunt for me. I got a red notice-the highest level of wanted status. God was so cruel. As if it was not enough that I died in misery and was branded a traitor, God also forced me to watch as Jasmine and Samuel basked in love while I rotted in shame. What had I done to deserve any of this? On the day of their wedding, everyone from the 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.