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.

Chloe

without further ado.

…

descended the stairs to find the living room silent, everyone deep in their

to Damon’s

A single

nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over

ran to him, hugging his legs and looking

you feeling better? Damon said

his brother a sardonic look. He never would’ve

spin such tales to a

down, Nathan scooped Anya into his arms, feigning injury.

a bit.”

on his nose. “There, there. My

Anya’s face. She didn’t

while, she looked up and asked

nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a

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

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

expression was not lost on

with cold disdain, his look one of sheer

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

the hardest

around herself crumbling bit by bit. Her lips twitched into

the hands she’d been clenching

the corner of her eye, focused back on her

wider.

Anya seemed satisfied with her efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek gently. He grinned

icy gaze. A shiver ran down his spine, and he

something urgent. Gotta

been doing well these past few days,” Damon interjected

It’s really

tone was calm yet firm. “What personal matter

important than seeing them?”

sought an excuse. But his brother’s piercing gaze bore

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

Damon’s side. Ever since he’d held her, she took every chance

snuggle close.

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

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

glancing at Chloe.

a wide grin, reaching out to caress Anya’s

“My sister-in-law!”

you’ve got to change how you address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle.

on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

been silent, suddenly looked up at

at Anya, “Yes,

again,

turned

at Damon and attempted,

the word was slightly off but utterly