---- Chapter 5 A wave of dizziness struck me, and I lost consciousness. A strong smell of cigarette smoke suddenly filled my nose. After coughing a few times, I gradually regained consciousness. I realized my limbs were tightly bound to the bed, and Ihad no strength at all. Quinton, who was sitting nearby with his head lowered while smoking, saw me wake up. His expression darkened even further. He flicked the half-smoked cigarette onto the floor and glanced at me. Then he grabbed a stack of papers from the table and threw them at me. "Divorce agreement? You think you're worthy of divorcing me? Have I been too kind to you?" "Why do you insist on helping Winnie harm me and ---- our child? What did I do wrong?" I asked, crying. I struggled to sit up, only to realize my limbs were still tightly bound. Quinton grabbed my chin and spoke cruelly. "This is what you owe Winnie." With a click, the light turned on. As the room brightened, Quinton softened his voice. " Don't move. It will be over soon." But somehow, I found him even more terrifying like this. He slowly attached electrode wires from a machine to my head. As more and more electrodes were applied, my fear grew stronger and stronger. "Please, don't hypnotize me again," I begged. Quinton paused for a moment after hearing my sobbing plea. He gently wiped away my tears, bent down, and whispered in my ear, "Sleep, Jenny. When you wake up, you won't feel sad anymore." ---- Then he stood up and pressed a button on the machine. "Let me go! Please!" I screamed in terror, but he didn't even turn back. Slowly, my vision blurred more and more... When I woke up again, I was lying in bed. The sunlight outside the window was warm and gentle, but I felt an emptiness in my heart-like I had forgotten something very important. "Honey, you're awake." Quinton, his face covered in stubble, stared at me with acomplicated expression. Just as I was wondering how I had passed out, my hand brushed against the bandages wrapped around my waist and abdomen. "Where's the child?" I asked. Isuddenly realized something was wrong. Quinton 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.