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 the

without further ado.

…

stairs to find the

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

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

his nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled

side and ran to him, hugging his legs

you feeling better? Damon said you were

shooting his brother a sardonic look.

could spin such tales to a

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

a bit.”

“There, there. My

on Anya’s face. She didn’t mind

while, she looked up and asked softly,

forehead with a gentle motion. “Just a little

offered, her hands

face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense

was not

watched with cold disdain, his look one of

on the other hand, shone with emotion. The natural bond between a father

the hardest

was touched, feeling the walls she’d built around

she’d been clenching in front

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

wider.

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

A shiver ran down his spine,

remembered something

these past few days,” Damon

personal. It’s really important personal

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

important than seeing them?”

speechless, his lips twitching as he sought an

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

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

snuggle close.

to dote on Anya, then bent down and

by Damon, who gently pressed down her wriggly little limbs

glancing at Chloe.

scooted closer with a wide grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

got to change how you address me,”

now on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

Nathan, who had been silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe.

glanced at him and continued to smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s right. Call me

blinked again, “Aunt

fondly and turned to Damon, “And call

looked at Damon and

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