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

without further ado.

…

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

clung to Damon’s leg with wide, bewildered

single glance from his

a

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

feeling better? Damon said you were

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

such tales to a

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

a bit.”

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

She didn’t mind his intense scrutiny

a while, she looked up and asked softly, “Does it

a gentle motion. “Just a

Anya offered, her hands cupping his

in his gaze as intense as a tempest

expression was not lost on

disdain,

the other hand, shone with emotion. The natural

the hardest of

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

the hands she’d been clenching in front

of her eye, focused back on

wider.

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

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

something

business has been doing well these past few days,” Damon

“It’s personal. It’s really important personal

was calm yet firm. “What personal matter

important than seeing them?”

his lips twitching as he sought an excuse. But his brother’s

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

off Nathan and returned to Damon’s side. Ever since he’d

snuggle close.

was eager to dote on Anya, then bent down

only to be halted by Damon, who gently pressed down her wriggly

glancing at Chloe.

scooted closer with a wide grin, reaching out to

“My sister-in-law!”

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

now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

had been silent, suddenly looked

at Anya, “Yes, that’s right. Call me Aunt

blinked again, “Aunt

fondly and turned to Damon, “And call him

at Damon

but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem