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.

and after a few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand her

without further ado.

…

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

who clung to Damon’s leg with

entrance inevitably drew everyone’s attention. A single glance from his

Clutching his nose and keeping a safe distance,

Damon’s side and ran to

better? Damon said you were feeling under

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

brother could spin such tales to a

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

a bit.”

on his nose. “There, there.

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

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

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

her hands cupping his face, her touch as soft

in his gaze as intense as a tempest

was not lost on

watched with cold disdain, his look

The natural bond between

hardest

around

and the hands she’d been clenching in front

the corner of her eye, focused

wider.

Anya seemed satisfied with her efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek gently.

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

remembered something

doing well these

personal. It’s really

soon.” His brother’s tone was calm

important than seeing them?”

was speechless, his lips twitching as he sought an excuse. But his

he settled back down

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

snuggle close.

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

only to be halted by Damon, who gently pressed down

glancing at Chloe.

wide grin, reaching out to caress Anya’s

“My sister-in-law!”

you’ve got to change how you address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle. “It’s not

now on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

Nathan, who had been silent, suddenly looked

at Anya, “Yes,

again, “Aunt

and turned to Damon, “And

at Damon and attempted,

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