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

without further ado.

…

cleaning himself up, Nathan descended the stairs to find the living room silent, everyone deep in

who clung to

inevitably drew everyone’s attention. A single glance

keeping a

to him,

Damon said you were feeling under

a sardonic

brother could spin such tales

feigning injury. “The bleeding’s

a bit.”

looking distressed, blew gently on his nose. “There, there.

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

she looked up

Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion. “Just a little

offered, her hands cupping his face, her

emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as a tempest roaring

was not

brother watched with cold disdain, his look

The

hardest of

around herself crumbling bit by bit. Her lips

and the hands she’d been clenching

of the corner of her eye, focused back on her

wider.

she patted Nathan’s cheek gently. He

gaze. A shiver ran down his spine, and he clutched Anya

remembered something urgent. Gotta

has been doing well these past few

“It’s personal. It’s really important

will be here soon.” His brother’s tone was calm yet firm.

important than seeing them?”

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

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

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

snuggle close.

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

be halted by Damon, who gently pressed down

glancing at Chloe.

a wide grin, reaching out to caress Anya’s rosy

“My sister-in-law!”

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

From now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

had been silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe.

and continued to smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s right.

again, “Aunt

and turned to Damon, “And call

Damon

off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem to mind as