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

without further ado.

…

the stairs to find the living room

Anya, who clung to

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

and keeping a safe

to him, hugging his legs and looking up in

feeling better? Damon said you were feeling

shooting his brother a sardonic look. He never

such

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

a bit.”

his nose. “There, there. My

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

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

shook his head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion. “Just

her hands cupping his

the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as a

was not lost

watched with cold disdain, his look one of

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

the hardest

feeling the walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit by bit.

the hands she’d been

catching the subtle gesture out of the corner of her eye, focused back on her

wider.

patted

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

remembered something

well these past few days,” Damon interjected

It’s really

tone was calm yet firm. “What personal matter could possibly be

important than seeing them?”

sought an excuse. But his brother’s

wilted. Defeated, he settled back down next to Yulia, clutching Anya

to Damon’s side. Ever

snuggle close.

eager to dote on Anya,

her legs joyfully, only to be halted by Damon, who gently pressed down her wriggly

glancing at Chloe.

grin, reaching out

“My sister-in-law!”

how you address me,” Chloe said with a

From now on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

been silent, suddenly looked up

smile at Anya,

again,

turned to Damon, “And

looked at Damon and attempted,

attempt at the word was slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem to mind as he grunted