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

without further ado.

…

descended the stairs to find the living room silent, everyone deep in

Anya, who clung to

inevitably drew everyone’s attention. A single glance from his brother sent shivers

a

side and ran to him, hugging his legs and looking up

better? Damon said you were feeling

annoyance, shooting his brother a

could spin such tales

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

a bit.”

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

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

a while, she looked up and asked softly,

head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion. “Just a little

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

in

not lost

brother watched with cold disdain,

eyes, on the other hand, shone with emotion. The

the hardest

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

hands she’d been

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

wider.

seemed satisfied with her efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek gently. He grinned

only to meet his brother’s icy gaze. A shiver ran down

remembered something

these past few

“It’s personal. It’s really important personal

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

important than seeing them?”

speechless, his lips twitching as he sought an

resolve wilted. Defeated, he settled back down next to Yulia, clutching

to Damon’s side. Ever

snuggle close.

dote on Anya,

by Damon, who gently pressed down her

glancing at Chloe.

grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

change how you address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle. “It’s

From now on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

Nathan, who had been silent, suddenly

glanced at him and continued to smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s right. Call

again,

and turned to Damon,

looked at Damon and attempted,

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