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.

after a few seconds, Chloe seemed to

without further ado.

…

up, Nathan descended the stairs to find the living room silent, everyone deep in

including Anya, who clung to Damon’s leg

A single glance from his brother sent shivers

Clutching his nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over to

side and ran to him, hugging his legs and looking up in

you feeling better? Damon said

in annoyance, shooting his brother a

spin such

feigning

a bit.”

his nose. “There, there. My breath will

Anya’s face. She didn’t mind his intense scrutiny and

After a while, she looked up and asked softly, “Does it still

slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion. “Just

it then,” Anya offered, her hands cupping his

never left Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as

not

with cold disdain, his look

on the other hand, shone with emotion. The natural bond between

hardest

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

been clenching in front

gesture out of the corner of her eye, focused back

wider.

satisfied with her efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek gently.

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

something urgent. Gotta

doing well these

“It’s personal. It’s

will be here soon.” His brother’s tone was calm yet firm. “What personal matter could

important than seeing them?”

twitching as he sought an excuse. But his brother’s piercing

more, and Nathan’s resolve wilted. Defeated, he settled back down next to Yulia, clutching

off Nathan and returned to Damon’s side. Ever since he’d held her, she took every chance

snuggle close.

who was eager to dote on Anya, then bent down and lifted Anya onto

halted by Damon,

glancing at Chloe.

with a wide grin,

“My sister-in-law!”

to change how you address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle. “It’s not

From now on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe. “Aunt

to smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s right. Call

blinked again,

her head fondly and turned to Damon, “And call him

Damon and attempted,

off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem to