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.

and after a few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand her

without further ado.

…

the stairs to find the living room silent, everyone

to Damon’s leg with wide,

entrance inevitably drew everyone’s attention. A single glance from

a safe distance, he shuffled over to

left Damon’s side and ran to him, hugging his legs and looking up

you feeling better? Damon said you were feeling under the

in annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic look. He never would’ve guessed his

brother could spin such tales to a

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

a bit.”

“There, there.

lingering on Anya’s face. She didn’t mind

a while, she looked up and asked

head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion. “Just a little bit,” he

on it then,” Anya offered, her hands

Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as

expression was not lost on the

watched with cold disdain, his look one

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

the hardest of

she’d built around herself crumbling bit by bit.

been clenching in front of

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

wider.

she patted Nathan’s cheek gently. He grinned

gaze. A shiver

remembered something

been doing well these past

It’s really

here soon.” His brother’s tone was

important than seeing them?”

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

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

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

snuggle close.

who was eager to dote on Anya, then

only to be halted by Damon,

glancing at Chloe.

closer with a wide grin, reaching out to caress Anya’s

“My sister-in-law!”

address me,” Chloe said with

now on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

had been silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe.

at Anya, “Yes, that’s

blinked again,

fondly and turned to

at Damon

attempt at the word was slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t