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

without further ado.

…

the stairs to find the living room silent, everyone deep

to

attention. A single glance from his brother sent shivers down

his nose and keeping a

ran to him, hugging

feeling better? Damon said you were

in annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic

spin such

down, Nathan scooped Anya into his arms, feigning

a bit.”

distressed, blew gently on his nose. “There, there. My

She didn’t mind his intense scrutiny and continued

up

head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a gentle

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

swirling in his gaze as intense as

not lost

brother watched with cold disdain,

the other hand, shone with emotion. The natural bond between a

the hardest

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

and the hands she’d been clenching in

gesture out of the corner of her eye, focused back on her phone, her

wider.

efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek gently. He grinned weakly, sighing

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

remembered something urgent. Gotta

has been doing well these past few days,” Damon

“It’s personal. It’s really

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

important than seeing them?”

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

he settled back down next to Yulia, clutching

Nathan and returned to Damon’s side. Ever since he’d

snuggle close.

who was eager to dote on Anya, then bent

kicked her legs joyfully, only to be halted by Damon, who gently pressed down her wriggly

glancing at Chloe.

wide grin, reaching out

“My sister-in-law!”

you address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle.

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 Anya, “Yes, that’s right. Call me Aunt

blinked again,

fondly and turned

at Damon

utterly adorable. Damon