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

without further ado.

…

find the living room

clung to Damon’s

single glance from

his nose and keeping a safe distance, he

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

are you feeling better? Damon said

lips twitched in annoyance, shooting his brother a

brother could spin such tales to

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

a bit.”

nose. “There, there. My breath

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

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

head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a gentle

it then,” Anya offered, her hands cupping his

in his gaze as intense as

was not lost on the

watched with cold disdain, his look one of

shone with emotion. The natural bond between a

the hardest of

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

been clenching in front

of her eye, focused back on her phone, her

wider.

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

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

something urgent. Gotta

has been doing well these past few days,” Damon

“It’s personal. It’s really important

was calm yet firm. “What personal matter could possibly be

important than seeing them?”

was speechless, his lips twitching as he sought an excuse.

Defeated, he settled back down

side. Ever since he’d held her, she

snuggle close.

on Anya, then bent down and lifted

halted by Damon, who

glancing at Chloe.

scooted closer with a wide grin, reaching out to caress

“My sister-in-law!”

address me,” Chloe said with

From now on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

been silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe.

continued to smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s

again, “Aunt

and turned to Damon, “And call

Damon

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