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

without further ado.

…

the stairs to find the living room silent, everyone deep

who clung to Damon’s leg

drew everyone’s attention. A single glance from

Clutching his nose and keeping a

side and ran to

said

his brother a sardonic look.

could spin such tales to a

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

a bit.”

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

face. She didn’t mind his

she looked up and asked softly, “Does

his head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a

on it then,” Anya offered, her hands cupping his

in his gaze as intense as a tempest roaring at

not

cold disdain, his

hand, shone with emotion. The natural bond between a

hardest

touched, feeling the walls she’d built around herself

the hands she’d been clenching in front of

subtle gesture out of the corner of her

wider.

with her efforts, she patted Nathan’s

shiver ran down his spine,

remembered something

business has been doing well these past few days,” Damon

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

soon.” His brother’s tone was calm yet firm. “What personal matter could

important than seeing them?”

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

wilted. Defeated, he settled back down next

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

snuggle close.

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

by Damon, who gently pressed down her

glancing at Chloe.

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

“My sister-in-law!”

address me,” Chloe said with

From now on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

silent, suddenly looked up

at Anya, “Yes, that’s right. Call

again,

patted her head fondly and turned to

at Damon

at the word was slightly off but utterly