The Enticing CEO’s Chosen Bride

“I want you all to understand, from this moment forward, that Rose didn’t trap

me by getting pregnant to marry me. It was I who deliberately gave her that

opportunity.

“Even if she initially didn’t plan to keep our baby, I wouldn’t have agreed to let

her go. If she hadn’t been carrying my baby, I’d have found another reason to

make her my wife.

“The one who’s always harbored ulterior motives has been me. If you’ve got

anything to say, say it to my face. But do you have the guts to do that?”

The room fell into a stunned silence.

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They didn’t. Morrison was a true force to be reckoned with. The audacity of his

speech wasn’t without foundation.

Having said his piece, Morrison swept his gaze over the hushed crowd, a

satisfied smirk playing on his lips as he strode out of the room. His footsteps

were brisk, and it was all Riley could do to catch up with him in a near jog.d2

The display was nothing short of shocking for Riley.

Morrison, who never wore his heart on his sleeve, who would grimace at the

sight of other couples wrapped up in their public displays of affection, had made

such a bold declaration of love.

Riley had worked with Morrison long enough to know he was a man who

despised sappiness. He doubted Morrison would ever be the type to whisper

sweet nothings or be particularly kind or tender, even to his own wife.

He had secretly worried about the future of the Witt family line, especially after

learning about Morrison’s past girlfriend.

Now, there in the meeting room, Morrison’s words had been nothing short of

explosive. Riley never imagined he’d see the day when Morrison would brazenly

confess his love in front of a crowd, shattering his stoic image.

Back at the birthday celebration, despite the heavy snowfall, they made it back

to the party in record time.

Molly had been busy hosting the guests when she noticed Morrison’s return,

accompanied only by Riley. A flicker of disappointment crossed her eyes. She

had hoped Morrison would bring Rose back with him and announce to everyone

he loved – now

might have been a bit

Rose’s status as Mrs. Witt, it would

Rose’s years of heartache.

Morrison had left alone and returned alone. What was

departure then?

as Morrison approached.

cut the cake and say a few words, then

night.”

was waiting, and they had to go through the

didn’t respond. His eyes scanned the

Rose?”

Molly paused, “Who?”

his patience wearing

around and shook her head, “I

a tight line, his displeasure

he had gone to look for Rose but hadn’t found her? Rose

hiding somewhere, nursing her pain. Finally, Molly

cut the cake.”

signaled the servers to bring over the grand cake.

looked at Morrison.

at his wrist to check the

he raised

amidst the crowd, quickly chimed in, “It’s 7:50

It was still early.

the knife from Molly but paused. “Let’s wait a bit longer.

hasn’t arrived yet.”

silently waiting, staring at the entrance. His

gone unanswered. He couldn’t leave now. What if

stepped out?

ticked by, the guests around

and

obvious he’s waiting for someone,

has Mr. Witt waiting at his own birthday

it be his

to say, but isn’t it clear that there’s been a

today?”

into the picture, and they even stayed in

if old flames

fight with his wife today is because his ex is forcing Rose out

picture.”

a death wish, talking like that

but looking at the situation now, I don’t

spoke, gesturing subtly towards the entrance. As

their

face darkened at the sight of the figure appearing

vision in a burgundy

adorned with lace and petals, her long curls cascading over

red lips seductive against her immaculate makeup. She was

to the fresh, understated beauty

stunning confidence.

into a confident smile brighter than usual,

the center of

continued, but all eyes were on

approached. Yet,

Morrison.

cold. “What are

“Here’s your birthday present.”

arm, offering the neatly