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.

few seconds, Chloe seemed

without further ado.

…

stairs to find the living room silent, everyone deep

to Damon’s leg with

A single

Clutching his nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over to

seeing Nathan unscathed, left Damon’s side and ran to him, hugging

said you

a sardonic look. He

spin such tales to

into his arms, feigning

a bit.”

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

lingering on Anya’s face. She didn’t

she looked up and asked softly, “Does

forehead with a gentle motion. “Just a little bit,”

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

never left Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in

was not lost

with cold disdain, his look one

shone with emotion. The natural bond between a

hardest of

too, was touched, feeling the walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit by bit. Her

hands she’d been clenching in front

of her eye, focused back

wider.

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

shiver ran

something urgent.

has been doing well these past few

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

here soon.” His brother’s tone was calm yet firm. “What personal matter

important than seeing them?”

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

settled

side. Ever since he’d held

snuggle close.

eager to dote on Anya, then bent down and

only to be halted by Damon, who

glancing at Chloe.

scooted closer with a wide grin, reaching out

“My sister-in-law!”

to change how you address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle.

From now on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

had been silent, suddenly looked up

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

blinked again, “Aunt

fondly and turned to Damon,

Damon and

but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem to