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.

a few seconds, Chloe

without further ado.

…

cleaning himself up, Nathan descended the stairs to find the

including Anya, who clung to

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

Clutching his nose and keeping a safe

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

better? Damon said

brother a sardonic look. He never

spin such tales to

Nathan scooped Anya into his arms, feigning injury.

a bit.”

on his nose. “There, there. My breath will

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

up and asked softly, “Does it still

shook his head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a gentle

offered, her hands

in his gaze as intense

was not lost

with cold disdain, his look

the other hand, shone with emotion. The

the hardest

walls she’d built around herself crumbling

hands she’d been

of the corner of her eye,

wider.

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

brother’s icy gaze. A shiver ran down

remembered something urgent.

doing well these past few

hesitated. “It’s personal. It’s really important personal

tone was

important than seeing them?”

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

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

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

snuggle close.

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

be halted by Damon, who gently pressed down her wriggly

glancing at Chloe.

scooted closer with a wide grin, reaching out to

“My sister-in-law!”

to change how you address me,”

on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

this, Nathan, who had been silent,

smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s right. Call

again, “Aunt

fondly and turned

Damon and attempted,

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