---- Saul was on his way to the company when he heard that I was meeting Niel in private. He turned back and barged in. "Mr. Stalner, if you don't want your family to be destroyed, stay away from my wife!" Niel's face paled further, and he gave me a pleading look. "Yelena, please think about it." Saul scoffed. "Think about what? I can't believe you still have the time to worry about Cloud. Why don't you go back and check on Stalner Corporation?" The next second, Neil's phone rang, and his expression changed after a single glance. Something new was trending. #Stalner family's foster daughter stole company seal #Stalner family's foster daughter reveals company secrets #Stalner family's foster daughter suspected of murder He tapped on the tags and found that Cloud had ---- stolen company documents and its seal. She had even sold all confidential data to a rival company. After Niel saw this, he panicked. He no longer asked me for the letter of pardon and left while he stumbled over his feet. Soon, someone else took over Stalner Corporation, and the Stalner family was laden with debt because of Cloud. Abraham was so furious that he ended up bedridden for life. Iris turned gray from the stress as well. Saul accompanied me as I went to visit Abraham and Iris. Iris still treated me kindly, but she appeared much older than before. She sighed. "This must be the consequences of our actions." I did not continue the conversation. ---- "Your parents saw Niel betraying you, so they punished us. Cloud will be indicted soon. She'll spend the rest of her life atoning for her sins. I hope that your parents will be able to rest in peace now." I gave Iris a huge sum of money and left the hospital. On the way back, I saw someone familiar. It was Niel. His clothes were in tatters, and he no longer looked as sharply dressed as before. Saul looked at me. Despite the jealousy in his voice, he still said, "Do you want to check on him?" I shook my head and wound up the car window. I stopped being in Niel's life a long time ago. Whatever happened to him at present had nothing to do with me. With Saul's help, I integrated all of Lewis Corporation's remaining businesses and transferred them abroad. ---- On the day we left the country, Cloud was sentenced to death. As I sat in our private airplane, I held Michael in my arms. Looking at the blue sky and white clouds outside, it felt like I could see my parents smiling at me. (The End) 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.