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 and dialed

without further ado.

…

stairs to find the living room

Anya, who clung to Damon’s leg with wide,

drew everyone’s attention. A single glance from his brother sent shivers down

Clutching his nose and keeping a

to him, hugging his legs and

said you were feeling under the

lips twitched in annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic look.

spin such tales to

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

a bit.”

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

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

looked up and asked

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

then,” Anya offered, her hands cupping his face, her

swirling in his gaze as intense as a tempest roaring

not lost on

cold disdain, his look one of

shone with emotion. The natural bond between a father and daughter could

the hardest

built around herself

and the hands she’d been clenching in

of the corner of

wider.

efforts, she patted Nathan’s

A shiver

something urgent.

been doing well these past few

It’s really important personal

tone was calm yet firm. “What personal

important than seeing them?”

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

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

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

snuggle close.

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

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

glancing at Chloe.

scooted closer with a wide grin,

“My sister-in-law!”

address me,” Chloe said with a

on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

had been silent, suddenly looked

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

again,

her head fondly and turned to Damon, “And

looked at Damon

was slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem