The Enticing CEO’s Chosen Bride

Seth never explicitly agreed to be Cicely’s boyfriend, but he never stopped her from flitting around him either, always present, making it impossible for him to find peace.

July 27th marked a monumental day in Cicely’s life—her coming-of-age celebration.

The Creighton family went all out for Cicely, sparing no expense.

Cicely’s Mansion—a gift three years in the making—was a magnificent castle complete with fountains, gardens, a swimming pool, and a lavish lounge. Every detail, every amenity, was meticulously planned and executed.

The grand opening of Cicely’s Mansion coincided with her celebration, drawing P City’s elite, the offspring of the wealthy and powerful, and even a smattering of celebrities to its doors.

The opulent villa, alight with glittering chandeliers, left guests in awe.d2

“True to the rumors, P City’s princess really does have it all,” they whispered among themselves.

“The Ellis family spoils her rotten, with no end in sight.”

“Creighton adored his wife. It’s no wonder he dotes on her legacy, their daughter. His love for her is deep in his bones.”

“Some say she is all beauty and no brains. Can she really handle the Ellis empire?”

“They never expected her to. Haven’t they already found a successor?”

“To have a man like Seth—tall, handsome, charming, and capable—she’s living the dream.”

Envious glances followed Seth as he made his entrance. Dressed in a designer suit, his long, straight legs moved with a steady, rhythmic grace. His handsome features were composed, unaffected by the bustling crowd or their admiring stares. An air of cool detachment surrounded him, his aloofness well-known.

Only the young heiress Cicely could approach him so freely. Any other woman knew better than to compete with Cicely’s youthful beauty, her natural poise, and her brash, unapologetic demeanor. The battle was lost before it had even begun.

However, there were always those discontent with their lot, craving a challenge, always looking for an angle. To them, Seth’s allure and Cicely’s intimidation were merely a matter of weighing priorities.

Seth was essentially running Diaz International, and Creighton, to counter any doubts about Seth’s age and experience, stayed involved in important decisions. In truth, he was more of a figurehead, as Seth was the one truly calling the shots.

The gradual acceptance of Seth as the future helmsman of Diaz International couldn’t have happened without Creighton’s mentorship and support.

handling many matters Creighton entrusted solely to him. Rumors of his influence were

prompting many to consider approaching him. He was aware of the sideways gossip, but if it wasn’t true, he saw no need to explain—nor could

as Cicely descended the grand staircase. Her attire was always clean and sharp, never adorned with excessive decorations or complicated designs. Her white fringed shoulder dress was simple yet unmistakably luxurious, the hemline reaching her knees, revealing her

free-flowing, was styled to complement the dress—a low bun with a few strands curled perfectly around her cheeks, adding

defiant vibrancy that made her the envy of

imperceptibly, his gaze darkening as if thick with lust, making even

flanked by staircases, with Creighton and Erik descending behind her. Before they could

call after her, but his voice was lost as she

with a resigned smile, he knew she hadn’t changed one

sentiment. “It’s

hall and found himself slightly furrowing his brow. “Where’s Danielle?

the crowd, feeling a bit helpless. “She wouldn’t do that; she’s

any negative talk about their dynamic, one could easily mistake Danielle’s attitude as a result of Creighton’s

was Danielle? She just never seemed

wasn’t short, but next to Seth, she seemed

“Have you eaten tonight?”

gaze settled on her face as she looked up at him, a hint of makeup on her face that couldn’t mar her flawless complexion even up

eyes were clear, as if they bore no pretense.

could hardly conceal seemed to have

soft, deep voice slowly rising, “So, this big shindig and no food

down in front of

didn’t respond. He wasn’t one for feasting under the watchful eyes of

off to the kitchen? I can have someone whip

belle of

The man of

them were here to genuinely celebrate her birthday? Weren’t they all just angling for their own gains? Who didn’t know

But her movement was countered by

be petulant. There are shareholders and partners

about them? You know them, and that’s