---- Chapter 2 I stared at Niel and tightened my grip over the stroller's handlebars so much that my knuckles turned white. When my parents were still alive, they had spoken to the Stalner family about my engagement with Niel. The party was supposed to be on July 7th, three years ago. Later on, my parents passed. But to fulfill their promise, Abraham Stalner, Niel's father, still threw the engagement party for both of us. I could tell that Niel was indifferent about it. In fact, there was even indignation in his eyes. Despite that, I did not dwell on it. I came up with the interior design for the party as I waited eagerly for the day to arrive. On July 7th, I arrived at the venue feeling bashful and nervous. But when I opened the door, I was stunned. The pink interior that I ordered had been changed to ---- orange. Even my favorite tulips had been switched out to red roses. Then, I looked at the screen. When I saw my name and Niel's, I ran over to demand answers from him. However, with a devil-may-care attitude, he just dismissed me with a wave. "Cloud says she prefers this style, so I asked the staff to change it. It's just an engagement party, not a wedding. I'll get the staff to go along with whatever you want during the wedding." Tears of sadness immediately filled my eyes. "But this is my engagement party..." Niel frowned in displeasure. "You're so annoying. You cry on a whim. Seriously, you're not sensible like Cloud at all." He did not comfort me in the slightest and went off to exchange words with his business partners. Noticing that I was feeling down, Iris quickly dragged me backstage to touch up my makeup. ---- "Calm down, Yelena. I'll teach that brat a lesson. The engagement party will start soon. You won't look presentable if your eyes are swollen." Iris was like a mother to me. When she comforted me, I felt even more aggrieved. If my parents were still around, would Niel stop mistreating me like this? Once I touched up my makeup, I held Iris's arm and returned to the engagement party. However, after looking around, Iris asked in puzzlement, "Strange. Why isn't Cloud here yet? I told her to arrive earlier. She seriously just does whatever she wants..." For some reason, this triggered a violent wave of anxiety within me. Still, the engagement party began on schedule, and everything went smoothly. When the emcee asked Niel to put the engagement ring on me, a sad voice suddenly came 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.