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.

remained silent, and after a few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand her stance and dialed

without further ado.

…

stairs to find the living room silent,

clung to Damon’s leg

entrance inevitably drew everyone’s attention. A single glance from

keeping a safe distance,

Damon’s side and ran to him, hugging his legs and looking up

you feeling better? Damon said

brother a sardonic look. He never

such tales to

Anya into his arms, feigning injury.

a bit.”

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

face. She didn’t mind his intense scrutiny

while, she looked up and asked softly, “Does it

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

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

in his gaze as

not lost on

brother watched with cold disdain,

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

the hardest

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

she’d been clenching in front of

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

wider.

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

his brother’s icy gaze. A shiver ran down his spine, and he clutched Anya

remembered something urgent. Gotta

doing well these past few days,”

“It’s personal. It’s really important

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

important than seeing them?”

an excuse. But his brother’s piercing gaze bore

he settled back down next

and returned to Damon’s side. Ever since

snuggle close.

to dote on Anya, then bent down and lifted Anya onto

kicked her legs joyfully, only to be halted by Damon,

glancing at Chloe.

scooted closer with a wide grin, reaching out to

“My sister-in-law!”

sweetie, you’ve got to change how you address me,” Chloe

now on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

had been silent, suddenly looked up at

glanced at him and continued to smile at Anya,

blinked again, “Aunt

head fondly and turned to Damon, “And

looked at Damon and

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