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 her stance and dialed

without further ado.

…

descended the stairs to find the living room silent,

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

single glance from his brother sent

and keeping a safe

Damon’s side and ran to him, hugging

you feeling better? Damon said you were feeling

in annoyance, shooting his brother a

could spin such

Anya into his arms, feigning

a bit.”

on his nose. “There, there. My breath will make it all

gaze lingering on Anya’s face. She didn’t

a while, she looked up and asked softly,

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

hands cupping his face, her

in his gaze as intense as a

expression was not lost on the

with cold disdain, his look one of sheer

emotion. The natural bond between a father and daughter

the hardest

around herself crumbling bit by bit.

she’d been

of her eye, focused back on her

wider.

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

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

remembered something urgent.

doing well these past few days,”

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

here soon.” His brother’s tone was calm yet firm.

important than seeing them?”

twitching as he sought an

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

clambered off Nathan and returned to Damon’s side. Ever since he’d held her, she

snuggle close.

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

halted by

glancing at Chloe.

wide grin, reaching out to caress Anya’s

“My sister-in-law!”

change how you address me,” Chloe

on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

this, Nathan, who had been silent,

glanced at him and continued to smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s

blinked again,

her head fondly and turned to

Damon and attempted,

slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem to mind