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

without further ado.

…

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

clung to Damon’s leg with wide,

drew everyone’s attention. A single glance from his

and keeping a safe

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

are you feeling better? Damon said you were feeling under

annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic

brother could spin such tales to a

scooped Anya into his arms, feigning injury. “The

a bit.”

blew gently on his nose. “There, there. My breath will make

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

while, she looked up and asked softly,

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

keep blowing on it then,” Anya offered, her hands cupping his face, her touch as soft

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

was not lost

disdain, his look one of sheer

eyes, on the other hand, shone with emotion. The natural bond between a father and daughter could

the hardest

around herself crumbling

she’d been clenching in front of

of the corner of her eye, focused

wider.

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

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

remembered something

these past few days,”

personal. It’s really important personal

was calm yet firm. “What personal matter

important than seeing them?”

twitching as he sought an excuse. But his

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

Damon’s side. Ever since

snuggle close.

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

be halted by Damon, who

glancing at Chloe.

grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

got to change how you address me,” Chloe

on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

had been silent, suddenly

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

again, “Aunt

fondly and turned to Damon,

Damon

attempt at the word was slightly off but utterly