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.

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

without further ado.

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find the living room

Anya, who clung to Damon’s leg with wide,

A single glance from his brother sent shivers

Clutching his nose and keeping a safe distance,

Damon’s side and ran to him,

are you feeling better? Damon said you were feeling

shooting his brother a sardonic look. He

such

into his arms, feigning injury.

a bit.”

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

nodded, his gaze lingering on Anya’s face. She didn’t mind his intense scrutiny and continued her

she looked up

a gentle motion. “Just a

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

never left Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in

expression was not lost on the

disdain, his look one

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

the hardest

walls she’d built around

been clenching

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

wider.

her efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek

shiver ran down his spine,

remembered something urgent. Gotta

doing well these past few

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

folks will be here soon.” His brother’s tone was calm yet

important than seeing them?”

an

he settled back down

returned to Damon’s side. Ever since

snuggle close.

glanced at Chloe, who was eager to dote on Anya, then

by Damon, who gently pressed

glancing at Chloe.

closer with a wide grin, reaching out to caress

“My sister-in-law!”

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

on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

this, Nathan, who had been silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe.

to smile at Anya, “Yes,

again, “Aunt

patted her head fondly and turned to Damon,

looked at Damon

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