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.

few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand

without further ado.

…

stairs to find the living room silent, everyone deep in

who clung to Damon’s

single glance from his brother sent

a

ran to him, hugging his legs and looking

are you feeling better? Damon said

lips twitched in annoyance, shooting his brother a

brother could spin such tales

Anya into his arms, feigning injury. “The bleeding’s stopped, but my nose

a bit.”

blew gently on his nose. “There, there. My breath

nodded, his gaze lingering on Anya’s face. She

After a while, she looked up and asked softly,

with a gentle motion. “Just a little bit,” he

offered, her hands cupping his face, her touch as soft

Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as

was not lost on

with cold disdain, his look one of

emotion. The

the hardest of

built around herself

the hands she’d been clenching in

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

wider.

her efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek

A shiver ran down his spine, and he clutched Anya closer. “I…

something

well these past few days,” Damon interjected

It’s really

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

important than seeing them?”

lips twitching as he sought an excuse. But his

Nathan’s resolve wilted. Defeated, he settled back down next to Yulia, clutching Anya

returned to Damon’s side. Ever since he’d

snuggle close.

who was eager to dote on Anya,

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

glancing at Chloe.

with a wide grin,

“My sister-in-law!”

how you address me,”

on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

who had been silent, suddenly looked up at

continued to smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s

blinked again,

and turned to

looked at Damon and attempted,

word was slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon