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.

after a few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand her

without further ado.

…

up, Nathan descended the stairs to find the living room silent,

clung to Damon’s leg with wide, bewildered

single

a safe

ran to him, hugging his

are you feeling better? Damon said you were feeling under the

shooting his brother a sardonic

spin such

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

a bit.”

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

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

she looked up and asked softly, “Does it

Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion. “Just a little bit,” he murmured

offered, her hands cupping

eyes never left Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as

not

cold disdain, his

hand, shone with emotion. The natural bond between a father and daughter

hardest of

too, was touched, feeling the walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit by bit. Her lips twitched

she’d been clenching in front of her

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

wider.

seemed satisfied with her efforts, she patted Nathan’s

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

something

well these past few days,” Damon interjected

hesitated. “It’s personal. It’s

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

important than seeing them?”

an excuse. But his

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

Ever since he’d held her, she

snuggle close.

dote on

by Damon, who gently

glancing at Chloe.

a wide grin, reaching out to caress

“My sister-in-law!”

how you address me,” Chloe said with

From now on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

who had been silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe. “Aunt

at Anya, “Yes, that’s right. Call

again,

head fondly and turned to Damon, “And

Damon

slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem