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.

silent, and after a few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand her stance and dialed the

without further ado.

…

up, Nathan descended the stairs to find the living room silent,

to Damon’s leg with

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

his nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over

and ran to him, hugging his legs and looking up

better? Damon said you were feeling

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

spin such

into his arms, feigning

a bit.”

“There, there. My

Anya’s face. She didn’t mind his intense scrutiny and continued her

looked up

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

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

face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as a tempest roaring

expression was not

disdain, his look one of sheer

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

hardest of

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

hands she’d been clenching in

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

wider.

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

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

something urgent.

been doing well these past few days,” Damon

It’s really important personal

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

important than seeing them?”

was speechless, his lips twitching as he sought an excuse. But his brother’s piercing

settled back down next to Yulia, clutching Anya

Damon’s side. Ever since he’d held her,

snuggle close.

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

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

glancing at Chloe.

scooted closer with a wide grin, reaching out to caress

“My sister-in-law!”

got to change how you address

on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

who had been silent, suddenly looked up

at Anya, “Yes,

blinked again, “Aunt

turned to Damon, “And call

at Damon

word was slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem to