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.

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

without further ado.

…

the stairs to find the living room

Anya, who clung to Damon’s leg

single glance from his brother sent shivers down

a safe distance, he shuffled over

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

are you feeling better? Damon said you

lips twitched in annoyance, shooting his brother a

could spin such

feigning injury. “The bleeding’s stopped, but

a bit.”

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

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

a while, she looked up and asked softly,

shook his head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion. “Just a little bit,” he

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

Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his gaze

expression was not

watched with cold disdain, his look

The natural bond between a father and daughter could

the hardest

feeling the walls she’d built around herself

she’d been

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

wider.

Anya seemed satisfied with her efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek

A shiver ran

remembered something urgent. Gotta

business has been doing well these past

It’s really important

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

important than seeing them?”

as he sought an excuse. But his brother’s

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

returned to Damon’s side. Ever since he’d held her, she

snuggle close.

who was eager to dote on

to be halted by Damon, who gently pressed down

glancing at Chloe.

with a wide grin, reaching out to caress Anya’s rosy

“My sister-in-law!”

how you address me,” Chloe said with a

now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

who had been silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe. “Aunt

and continued to smile at Anya, “Yes,

blinked again, “Aunt

her head fondly and turned to Damon,

at Damon

off but utterly adorable.