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 dialed

without further ado.

…

to find the

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

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

nose and keeping a safe distance, he

unscathed, left Damon’s side and ran to

better? Damon said you were feeling under the

shooting his brother a

spin such tales

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

a bit.”

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

face. She didn’t mind his

up and asked softly, “Does it still

Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion. “Just a little bit,” he

Anya offered, her hands cupping his face, her touch as soft

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

not lost

watched with cold disdain, his look one of

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

hardest

was touched, feeling the walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit by bit. Her lips twitched

the hands she’d been clenching in front of

subtle gesture out of the corner of her

wider.

her efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek

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

something

has been doing well these past

personal. It’s really important personal

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

important than seeing them?”

lips twitching as he sought an excuse. But his brother’s piercing

Defeated, he settled

Ever since he’d

snuggle close.

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

legs joyfully, only to be halted by

glancing at Chloe.

a wide grin, reaching out to

“My sister-in-law!”

got to change how you address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle.

From now on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

who had been silent,

and continued to smile at Anya, “Yes,

blinked again, “Aunt

and turned

at Damon and attempted,

slightly off but utterly adorable.