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 and dialed the

without further ado.

…

descended the stairs to find the living room

who clung to

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

his nose and keeping a safe

to him, hugging his legs and looking up in

better? Damon said you were

shooting his brother a sardonic

brother could spin such tales to

down, Nathan scooped Anya into his arms, feigning injury. “The bleeding’s stopped, but

a bit.”

his nose. “There, there. My

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

she looked up and asked softly, “Does it still

with a gentle motion. “Just

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

in his

was not lost on the

brother watched with cold disdain, his look one

hand, shone with emotion. The natural bond between

the hardest of

was touched, feeling the walls she’d built around herself crumbling

the hands she’d been clenching in front

of her eye, focused back on her phone,

wider.

patted Nathan’s cheek gently. He

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

remembered something

doing well these past few days,” Damon

It’s really important personal

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

important than seeing them?”

his lips twitching as he sought an excuse. But his brother’s

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

off Nathan and returned to Damon’s side. Ever

snuggle close.

eager to dote on Anya, then bent down and lifted Anya onto

joyfully, only to be halted by Damon, who gently pressed

glancing at Chloe.

scooted closer with a wide grin, reaching out to caress Anya’s

“My sister-in-law!”

to change how you address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle. “It’s

now on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

this, Nathan, who had been silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe.

glanced at him and continued to smile at

blinked again, “Aunt

patted her head fondly and turned to Damon,

at Damon and

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