---- Chapter 6 He was disgusted by me? If I was so disgusting, why had he come to me when he blew all his money on mobile games? Why had he cried while clutching my legs after he got dumped? And when Jasmine took credit for his hard work on an autopsy report, leaving him bitter and angry, it was I who comforted him. Who was truly the disgusting one here? Acolleague nudged Dylan, whispering, "Why bring up that horrible person on such a happy occasion?" His eyes flicked toward Marcus, reminding Dylan of my connection to the latter. Dylan finally fell silent, but Marcus just waved it off with a smile. "We're all officers here. We must confront our mistakes, not avoid them." He then added, "And I share your pain about Emilia. It breaks my heart that she turned out to be a traitor. But rest assured, the station will never stop trying to track her down. We owe Jas that much." He patted Samuel on ---- the shoulder. My entire being trembled with pain. Marcus adopted me after my parents died in the line of duty. He raised me like his own and had been proud of every achievement I made. When I married Samuel, he joked with teary eyes that if Samuel ever mistreated me, he would break his legs. But now, even Marcus had turned his back on me. "Mr. Langstrom, I have another request," Samuel said solemnly. "Jas and I want to replace Emilia's parents' gravestones. We want to put our names instead. Emilia doesn't deserve to be honored as their daughter. She's tarnishing the memory of true heroes. " It felt like the sky was collapsing on me. Erasing my achievements was not enough? Now they wanted to strip my parents' honor too? Samuel, were you even human? Marcus thought for a moment before nodding. " You're right. The honor of martyrs must be preserved. ---- Her name shouldn't be associated with them. Once the wedding is over, you two can take care of it." Then, as if something else came to mind, he pulled out his phone and showed Samuel the screen. "By the way, the process has already started for what you suggested earlier." (Notice: Discussion regarding the revocation of all honors for fugitive Emilia Crux.) Wow, that was just great. Reading those words made me laugh bitterly. So, this was how it would end? Death was not so bad after all. At least now I could see clearly that the people I once loved and trusted were nothing but fools. Utter fools. "Isn't this a bit much?" Jasmine played coy, though her grin was barely contained. "Emilia made mistakes, but her honors-" "Jas, your only flaw is that you're too kind," Samuel interrupted, frowning in annoyance. "If Emilia cared anything for her honors, she wouldn't have betrayed us. She wouldn't have let criminals escape or tried to 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.