Chapteru Edward's posture remained as lofty as ever. Cold. Unfeeling. From start to finish, he didn't even glance once at Margaret. Captain Harris shot me a concerned look. I met his gaze, expressionless, and said lightly, "Do as he says." If her own son didn't care enough to give her a proper farewell, why should I, a daughter-in-law, interfere? After all, I wasn't even going to see my mother-in-law one last time. In the end, Margaret's body was taken to the funeral home. I was escorted out of Sterling's Bistro as well. Because my injuries were severe, I was sent straight to the hospital for treatment. Edward did not accompany me. Instead, he took Claire out, both of them enjoying themselves and pretending nothing had happened. A day after my hospitalization, I received a friend request from Claire. Her profile picture showed Edward smiling indulgently, a rare expression on the man who never liked being photographed. I accepted the request. The moment it went through, Claire bombarded me with dozens of photos and videos. Clips of Edward buying her designer gifts without hesitation. Photos of him massaging her, cooking for her, coaxing her to sleep. A video of him on one knee, proposing to her on a beach. "Thanks to you bringing your ancient, useless mother to our restaurant and causing a scene," she gloated. "Edward has been spoiling me even more to make up for it." "He bought me tons of things, and on his birthday, he even proposed." "He said his birthday wish was to spend the rest of his life with me." "Tomorrow, he'll take me home to meet the family." "He said his mother is the most important person to him." "As soon as she approves of me, he'll divorce you and marry me in style." Reading the endless messages, I let out a cold, humorless laugh and replied. "Too bad-you'll never have his mother's approval." 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.