The Enticing CEO’s Chosen Bride

Today had already been a whirlwind for Yulia, and she had simply assumed Nathan’s impromptu visit was driven by

his notorious appetite for a free meal.

She hadn’t expected things to escalate so quickly. Or so dramatically.

She was utterly blindsided. Completely unprepared.

Though she and Nathan had laid their feelings bare the night before, Yulia had carefully skirted around the subject

of Anya.b2

Her fear was palpable—if something were to happen between her and Nathan, at least he wouldn’t be quick to hold

Anya back. Now, it seemed she was being cornered into acknowledging Anya’s parentage. It wasn’t paranoia if she

felt like she’d been set up today, was it?

But who could have masterminded such a scheme? Damon and Chloe? A glance at the pair revealed nothing amiss.

Nathan?

If he’d orchestrated this whole scenario, surely he’d have avoided the potential smackdown from his brother, right?

Or was it a conspiracy between Nathan, Damon, and Chloe? Shaking her head, Yulia doubted Nathan would go that

far.

Despite the suddenness of the situation, it seemed to be unfolding quite naturally, but the more natural it felt, the

more Yulia sensed something was off. Yet, without proof, she was stuck in her suspicions.

Her wary gaze lingered on Chloe, who was merely holding her phone with a casual smile. To suspect her of any

wrongdoing felt like a cardinal sin.

“This is a bit hard to explain,” admitted Yulia with a sheepish grin.

Chloe chuckled. “They don’t need an explanation. As long as they’re sure Anya is their beloved granddaughter,

that’s all that matters. As for whatever’s going on between you and Nathan, that’s between the two of you. They

don’t need to be involved.”

Yulia felt the sting of truth in Chloe’s words. Indeed, Nathan’s parents had never meddled in the younger

generation’s love lives. Whether it was Damon, Nathan, Chloe, or herself, none had faced scrutiny or judgment

from them.

Considering Damon and Chloe’s own journey, it was clear their parents were supportive. As long as Damon’s mind

was made up, they had no objections. On the contrary, they showered them all with love. It was rare to find such

understanding family.

remained silent, and after a few seconds, Chloe seemed

without further ado.

…

cleaning himself up, Nathan descended the stairs to find the living room silent,

Anya, who clung to Damon’s leg with wide, bewildered

single glance from his brother sent shivers down

and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over to

unscathed, left Damon’s side and ran to him,

better? Damon said you

shooting his brother a sardonic look. He never would’ve

could spin such

Nathan scooped Anya into his arms, feigning injury. “The bleeding’s

a bit.”

on his nose. “There, there. My breath will make it all

on Anya’s face. She didn’t

while, she looked up and asked softly, “Does it

his head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion.

offered, her hands cupping

in his gaze

not lost on the

disdain, his look one of

shone with emotion. The natural bond between a father and daughter could

the hardest

feeling the walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit by bit. Her

she’d been clenching in front

the subtle gesture out of the corner of her eye, focused back on her phone, her

wider.

Anya seemed satisfied with her efforts, she patted

icy gaze. A shiver ran down his spine, and he clutched Anya

remembered something urgent. Gotta

well these

“It’s personal. It’s really important personal

was calm yet firm. “What personal matter

important than seeing them?”

as he sought an

and Nathan’s resolve wilted. Defeated, he settled

and returned to Damon’s side. Ever since he’d held her, she

snuggle close.

on Anya, then bent down and lifted Anya onto his

legs joyfully, only to be halted by Damon, who gently pressed down her wriggly little limbs

glancing at Chloe.

wide grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

how you address me,” Chloe said with

on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

had been silent, suddenly looked

at Anya, “Yes, that’s right.

blinked again,

her head fondly and turned to Damon, “And

Damon and attempted,

at the word was slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon