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.

remained silent, and after a few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand her

without further ado.

…

cleaning himself up, Nathan descended the stairs to find the

Anya, who clung to Damon’s leg

A single glance

Clutching his nose and keeping a safe

to him, hugging his

are you feeling better? Damon said you were

shooting his brother a sardonic look.

such tales to

his arms, feigning injury. “The bleeding’s

a bit.”

his nose. “There,

Anya’s face. She didn’t mind his

while, she looked up and

his head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a

her hands cupping

face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense

not lost on the

brother watched with cold disdain, his look one of

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

hardest of

touched, feeling the walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit

the hands she’d been clenching in front

out of the corner of her eye, focused back on her

wider.

efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek gently.

up, only to meet his brother’s icy gaze. A shiver ran

remembered something

business has been doing well these past few

personal. It’s really

was calm yet firm.

important than seeing them?”

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

wilted. Defeated, he settled

Ever since he’d held

snuggle close.

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

halted by Damon, who

glancing at Chloe.

wide grin, reaching out to caress Anya’s rosy

“My sister-in-law!”

you address

on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

this, Nathan, who had been silent, suddenly looked up at

him and continued to smile at Anya,

again, “Aunt

and turned to

at Damon

at the word was slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem to