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.

silent, and after a few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand

without further ado.

…

to find the living room silent, everyone deep

to Damon’s leg

entrance inevitably drew everyone’s attention. A single glance from his brother sent shivers

keeping a safe

and ran to him, hugging his legs and looking up

said you

a sardonic look. He never

such

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

a bit.”

“There, there.

nodded, his gaze lingering on Anya’s face. She

up and asked softly, “Does it still

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

her hands cupping his face, her touch as soft

face, the emotions swirling in

was not lost on

disdain, his look one of sheer

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

the hardest

the walls she’d built around

hands she’d been clenching

of

wider.

satisfied with her efforts, she patted Nathan’s

only to meet his brother’s icy gaze. A shiver ran down his spine, and he clutched Anya closer. “I…

something

business has been doing well these

hesitated. “It’s personal. It’s really

His brother’s tone was calm yet firm.

important than seeing them?”

an excuse. But his

Nathan’s resolve wilted. Defeated, he settled back down next to

clambered off Nathan and returned to Damon’s side. Ever since he’d held her,

snuggle close.

at Chloe, who was eager to dote on Anya,

joyfully, only to be halted by Damon, who gently

glancing at Chloe.

a wide grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

sweetie, you’ve got to change how you address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle. “It’s

From now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

Nathan, who had been silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe. “Aunt

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

again,

fondly and turned to Damon, “And call him

looked at Damon

at the word was slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon