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.

after a few seconds, Chloe

without further ado.

…

stairs to find the living

including Anya, who clung to Damon’s

drew everyone’s attention. A single glance from his brother sent shivers

his nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over to

unscathed, left Damon’s side and ran to him, hugging his

Damon said you were feeling

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

could spin such tales to a

his arms, feigning

a bit.”

nose. “There, there. My breath will make

face. She didn’t mind his

looked up and asked softly, “Does

with a gentle

blowing on it then,” Anya offered, her hands cupping his

eyes never left Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as a

expression was not lost on

disdain, his look one of sheer

hand, shone with emotion. The natural bond between a

the hardest

built around herself crumbling bit by bit. Her

hands she’d been

of the corner of her

wider.

with her efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek gently. He grinned weakly, sighing as

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

remembered something urgent. Gotta

well these past few days,”

It’s

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

important than seeing them?”

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

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

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

snuggle close.

to dote on Anya, then bent down and lifted

kicked her legs joyfully, only to be halted by Damon,

glancing at Chloe.

wide grin,

“My sister-in-law!”

to change how you address me,” Chloe said with a

From now on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

had been silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe.

continued to smile at Anya, “Yes,

blinked again, “Aunt

and turned

Damon and attempted,

but utterly adorable.