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.

involved in Ellis family affairs, handling many matters Creighton entrusted solely to him. Rumors

the sideways gossip, but

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 elegantly curved legs

with a few strands curled perfectly around her

confidence was palpable, an almost defiant vibrancy that made her the envy of

if thick with lust, making even the act of looking around seem

descending behind her. Before they could speak,

Creighton tried to call after her, but his voice was lost as she made a beeline for

changed one bit over the years. Erik frowned. “This is so

shared the sentiment. “It’s what we’re

Seth maintained his usual stoic demeanor. With a disapproving hum, Erik scanned the grand hall and found himself slightly furrowing his brow. “Where’s Danielle? Even if their relationship is strained, she should at least show her face at an event like this.

helpless. “She wouldn’t

not for witnessing Creighton’s kindness toward Danielle and the absence of any negative talk about their dynamic, one could easily mistake Danielle’s attitude as a

of person was Danielle? She just

next to Seth, she seemed like a

“Have you eaten tonight?”

gaze settled on her face as she looked up at him, a hint of makeup on her

were clear, as if they bore no pretense.

hardly conceal seemed to have melded into her

rising, “So, this big shindig and no

on chowing down in

for feasting under the watchful eyes of an

sneak off to the kitchen? I can

of the

The man of the hour’s

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

hand, intent on leading him away. But

and partners here

should I care about them?