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 understand her stance and

without further ado.

…

stairs to find the living room silent, everyone deep in

including Anya, who clung to Damon’s leg with

A single

and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over

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

Damon said

twitched in annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic look. He

could spin such tales to a

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

a bit.”

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

on Anya’s face. She didn’t mind his

she looked up and asked softly, “Does

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

on it then,” Anya offered, her hands cupping his

Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as a

not lost

cold disdain, his look one of sheer

with emotion. The natural bond between a father and daughter could

the hardest

built around herself crumbling bit by bit. Her lips twitched

the hands she’d been clenching

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

wider.

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

A shiver ran down his

remembered something urgent. Gotta

been doing well these past few days,”

personal. It’s

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

important than seeing them?”

as he sought an excuse. But his brother’s piercing gaze bore

and Nathan’s resolve wilted. Defeated, he settled back

off Nathan and returned to Damon’s side. Ever

snuggle close.

was eager to dote on Anya, then bent down and lifted Anya onto his

to be halted by Damon, who gently

glancing at Chloe.

scooted closer with a wide grin, reaching out

“My sister-in-law!”

you address me,” Chloe said with

on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

had been silent, suddenly

him and continued to smile at Anya, “Yes,

blinked again,

head fondly and turned to

Damon and

was slightly off but utterly adorable.