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.

a few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand her stance and

without further ado.

…

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

to Damon’s leg with wide,

everyone’s attention. A single glance from his

his nose and keeping a safe distance,

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

feeling better? Damon said you

brother a sardonic

such

into his arms, feigning injury. “The bleeding’s stopped, but my nose still

a bit.”

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

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

she looked up and

a gentle motion. “Just

Anya offered, her hands cupping his face, her touch

eyes never left Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as a tempest roaring

expression was not lost on the

with cold disdain,

hand, shone with emotion. The

hardest

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

and the hands she’d been

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

wider.

her efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek

up, only to meet his brother’s icy gaze. A shiver ran down his spine,

remembered something

has been doing well these past

It’s really important

was calm yet firm. “What personal matter could

important than seeing them?”

he sought an excuse.

settled back down next to Yulia,

Damon’s side. Ever since he’d held

snuggle close.

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

legs joyfully, only to be halted by Damon, who gently pressed down

glancing at Chloe.

closer with a wide grin, reaching out to caress

“My sister-in-law!”

address me,” Chloe said with a

on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

had been silent,

at him and continued to smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s right. Call me

again,

and turned to Damon,

Damon and attempted,

but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t