---- Chapter 5 Stella stood in her high heels, looking at once imposing yet bewitching. In the past, just seeing her like that would send me jumping toward her. But now, my heart didn't race at all. She never noticed, and walked closer, her heels clicking in her wake. "You've changed." I kept my head down so that I wasn't looking at her, and she continued with her holier-art-thou tone, "I know you liked that watch, but you caused so much trouble in just two weeks. Not getting it is your punishment. "That said, you've been disciplined today and I'm so satisfied I can grant you one wish... As long as it's not too much." I looked up at her face, suddenly feeling nostalgic. The first time we had met was at a party-those rich ---- brats from the city who were told by their parents to suck up to me, were instead mocking me because of my choice of clothing. I was too self-deprecating to fight back, let alone speak out loud. It was Stella who stepped up, slapping their ringleader across the face and calling them bums. After those rich brats fled, she turned to me, frowning. "You are the heir to the Sullivans. Don't cringe and cower-show some spine. They're all meant to grovel at your feet." Istuttered, '"B-But they might hate me..." "Hate?" Stella scoffed. "No. Always remember-your last name alone is reason enough for them to fawn all over you, even if you kick them around. Understand?!" And Thad held on to those words for five years. But in the end, Stella turned against me too, belittling me in full view of the public, calling me names or snapping at me for making a scene over the little ---- things-even if those rich brats were the ones who had started it. That protectiveness she showed when we first met had also long since faded, and I couldn't find any sign of it on her face now. "Have you thought of something yet?" she urged me. "I'm on the clock. Don't be so greedy." Thad to lean against the wall as I felt the faint painful spasms in my left leg, clearing my head. And she was the reason I was suffering. Ihad told the loan sharks who I was, even calling her number-which I had committed to memory, for help. But what had she done? "What are you playing at this time?!" she had snapped at me over the phone. "All you do is hang out with your useless friends-won't you ever learn to improve?! The Sullivans could really do without a piece of shit like you." Not satisfied, she went on to snap at those loan In "CEO, Those Twins Look Just Like You" by CrushReel, a single mother's life takes an unexpected turn when she crosses paths with a charming playboy who unknowingly holds a billionaire secret. As their worlds collide, secrets unravel and hearts intertwine in this captivating romance novel set in a modern office backdrop. Amidst the challenges of raising twins solo, our protagonist finds herself drawn to the enigmatic playboy, unaware of the wealth and complexity hidden beneath his charismatic facade. The juxtaposition of their contrasting lives sets the stage for a tale of unexpected love, where opposites truly attract in ways neither could have imagined. This sweet romance novel delves into themes of family, identity, and the power of love to transcend social boundaries. With its blend of heartwarming moments and intriguing twists, "CEO, Those Twins Look Just Like You" stands out as a refreshing take on the billionaire CEO trope, offering readers a glimpse into a world where love knows no bounds. Experience the magic of this ongoing story at CrushReel and dive into a narrative that promises to captivate your heart and leave you eagerly awaiting what unfolds next. Read online at CrushReel for a journey that will keep you hooked till the very end.