---- Chapter 7 At that moment, Shawn finally realized just how wrong he had been. He recalled Anna's strange behavior over the past few days, and his face turned as white as a ghost. It then dawned on him that Anna had long known about his affair with Olivia, yet she hadn't said a word or done anything. She had concealed her disappointment through silence, time and time again. He should have known better-Anna was never one to tolerate even the tiniest betrayal. The moment he started getting close to Olivia, the end of their love story had already begun. Shawn felt like a knife had been driven through his heart. All he could do now was helplessly mutter, " Anna, it's all my fault. Please come back. Just tell me what I have to do to earn your forgiveness. I love you. Please come back." Shawn cried incessantly and repeatedly called for Anna. He couldn't even begin to grasp just how badly ---- he had messed up. Anna had loved him so deeply, yet he had broken her heart. And now, when his own heart was in pieces, the one person who would've felt sorry for him was gone -all because of his own doing. From that day on, Shawn began drinking day and night. He drowned himself in alcohol, trying to numb the pain. The more he drank, the more it hurt. The more he hurt, the more he missed Anna. He missed the way she used to care for him, and he hated himself for betraying her. He loathed the shameful affair that destroyed them. One day, as he lost track of time between day and night, he saw a slender figure approaching. It was Olivia, who was seductively dressed. In his drunken haze, Shawn could no longer tell reality from fantasy and mistook her for Anna. "Anna, is that you?" he mumbled. "Have you finally ---- forgiven me?" He blankly stared at Olivia before pulling her into a tight embrace. His grip was so tight that it seemed like he wanted to fuse their bodies together. Olivia realized that she had been mistaken for Anna. Nonetheless, she simply inwardly cursed and kept her composure. As long as she clung to Shawn, she would never have to worry about her future again. She gently guided Shawn's hand to her stomach and sweetly said, "Mr. Felton, it's me, Olivia. Feel this- I'm carrying your child." Her voice sobered Shawn in an instant. His expression darkened, and disgust twisted across his face. Without a second thought, he violently shoved her away. "Get out." However, Olivia wasn't going to give up that easily. She climbed up to him again. "Mr. Felton, I'm carrying your child. Don't you remember? We..." ---- With a loud slap, Shawn struck Olivia across the face. His eyes were bloodshot as he roared, "Do you think you deserve to have my child? I only want a child with Anna." Olivia was stunned and furious. Why was it always Anna? She had already married someone else, yet she kept getting in the way of her plans. Olivia, seething with jealousy, snapped, "She's already married to someone else. Why are you still hung up on her? Mr. Felton, I can take her place. I can stay by your side!" However, her words only ignited more rage in Shawn. Suddenly, he grabbed her by the throat and slammed her against the wall. "Shut up. Don't think I don't know what you did, you filthy bitch! Didn't I tell you to never let Anna find out about us?" he coldly said. 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.