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.

and after a few seconds, Chloe seemed to

without further ado.

…

to find the living room silent, everyone deep in

to Damon’s leg with wide,

attention. A single glance from his

a safe

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

better? Damon said you were

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

such tales to a

arms, feigning injury. “The bleeding’s stopped, but

a bit.”

on his nose. “There, there. My breath

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

looked up and asked softly, “Does

head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a

then,” Anya offered, her hands cupping his face, her touch as soft as

left Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as a tempest

was not lost

disdain, his look one of sheer

The natural bond between a father and daughter could

hardest

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

the hands she’d been clenching in front

catching the subtle gesture out of the corner of her eye,

wider.

satisfied with her efforts, she patted Nathan’s

gaze. A shiver ran down his spine, and he clutched Anya closer.

something urgent. Gotta

well these past few days,” Damon interjected

It’s really important

was calm yet firm. “What

important than seeing them?”

he sought an excuse. But

Defeated, he settled back down next to

returned to Damon’s side. Ever since

snuggle close.

to dote on

joyfully, only to be halted by Damon, who gently

glancing at Chloe.

grin, reaching out to caress Anya’s rosy

“My sister-in-law!”

to change how you address

From now on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

been silent, suddenly

smile at Anya,

blinked again,

and turned

at Damon and attempted,

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