---- Chapter 5 Istill didn't get it. I was about to press Mom for more answers when someone knocked on the door. She and Dad got up to answer it, revealing a middle-aged woman and Jeremy. Jeremy? What the hell was he doing here? I looked at Mom and Dad to see them greeting the woman and Jeremy warmly. I got up and approached them as well. Only then did I understand the situation. Jeremy and his family used to live next door until they migrated abroad. Now, they were back to settle down in their homeland. They ended up moving in beside us again. Mom and Dad thought this was the heavens' way of telling us that our families were destined to have a relationship with each other, so they'd invited the Gales over for dinner. I wondered why there'd been such a spread for dinner. Now, I knew why. ---- I gave Jeremy a disgruntled look, to which he smiled. Hmph. Mom and Dad chatted with Mrs. Gale after dinner. They were worried Jeremy would be bored, so they told me to talk to him about the changes in our country since they'd migrated. At Mom and Dad's words, I met Mrs. Gale's fond look and saw the warm smile on her face. I couldn't bring myself to say no, so I brought Jeremy to a corner. When I turned around, I saw him smiling cheekily at me. "What's with that smile? What do you want from me? "T glared at him. I really couldn't catch a break. I felt like he was everywhere I went. He lowered his voice and held my hand. "Don't you already know what I want, angel?" Damn it. He wasn't just holding my hand; he was also drawing circles on my palm with his finger. ---- I wanted to retract my hand, but he clasped it tightly. Mom, Dad, and Mrs. Gale were nearby, so I didn't dare make a sound. All I could do was give hima warning glare. To my surprise and dismay, this didn't deter him. He continued with his ministrations; I couldn't even run away. After a long time, Mom and Dad finally got up to see Mrs. Gale out. Jeremy followed her. I sighed in relief as I watched them leave. "Why is your face so red, Sasha? Are you feeling okay? " Mom asked in concern. I looked at her and said, "No, I'm fine. I think I'm just alittle hot." I fanned myself before fleeing to my room. I heard Mom mutter behind me, saying that she felt it was a little chilly and I was being odd. When I got back to my room, I looked at myself in the mirror to see how red my face was. There was even a hint of desire in my eyes. 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.