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

without further ado.

…

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

who clung to Damon’s leg with wide,

single glance

Clutching his nose and keeping a

ran to him,

you feeling better? Damon said you

lips twitched in annoyance, shooting his brother a

spin such tales to

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

a bit.”

his nose. “There, there. My breath will make

his gaze lingering on Anya’s face. She

looked up and asked softly, “Does it still

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

it then,” Anya offered, her hands cupping

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

was not lost

brother watched with cold disdain, his look one

with emotion. The natural bond

hardest of

built around herself crumbling

the hands she’d been

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

wider.

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

meet his brother’s icy gaze. A shiver ran down his spine, and he clutched Anya closer.

something

well these past

“It’s personal. It’s really

soon.” His brother’s tone was calm

important than seeing them?”

twitching as he sought an

and Nathan’s resolve wilted. Defeated, he settled back

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

snuggle close.

glanced at Chloe, who was eager to dote on Anya, then bent

joyfully, only to be halted by Damon,

glancing at Chloe.

grin, reaching out to caress Anya’s

“My sister-in-law!”

you address me,” Chloe said with

on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

been silent, suddenly looked up at

and continued to smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s

again,

and turned to Damon, “And

looked at Damon and

the word was slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon