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 seemed to understand her stance

without further ado.

…

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

Anya, who clung to Damon’s leg with

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

Clutching his nose and keeping a

ran to

said you were

twitched in annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic look. He

could spin such tales

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

a bit.”

nose. “There, there. My breath will make

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

while, she looked up and asked softly, “Does it

head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion. “Just

hands cupping his face, her touch

face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense

was not lost

watched with cold disdain, his look one of

with emotion. The natural

the hardest of

too, was touched, feeling the walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit by bit.

hands she’d been

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

wider.

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

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

remembered something

well these past few

It’s really

tone was calm yet firm. “What personal matter

important than seeing them?”

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

wilted. Defeated, he settled back down

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

snuggle close.

who was eager to dote on Anya,

only to be halted by Damon, who gently pressed down

glancing at Chloe.

scooted closer with a wide grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

address

on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

had been silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe. “Aunt

to smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s

again, “Aunt

head fondly and turned

looked at Damon

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