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.

few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand

without further ado.

…

Nathan descended the stairs to find the living room silent,

Anya, who clung to Damon’s

attention. A single glance from his brother sent

his nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over

Nathan unscathed, left Damon’s side and ran to him, hugging his legs and looking up

feeling better? Damon said you were feeling under the

his brother a

such tales to a

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

a bit.”

nose. “There, there. My breath will make it

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

up and asked softly,

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

her hands cupping his face, her

face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense

not

watched with cold disdain, his look one of

with emotion. The natural bond between

hardest

around herself

the hands she’d been

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

wider.

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

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

remembered something urgent.

well these past

It’s really

folks will be here soon.” His brother’s tone was calm yet firm. “What personal

important than seeing them?”

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

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

Damon’s side. Ever

snuggle close.

was eager to dote on Anya, then bent

be halted by Damon, who gently pressed down her wriggly little

glancing at Chloe.

with a wide grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

you’ve got to change how you address me,”

From now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

this, Nathan, who had been silent, suddenly looked

glanced at him and continued to smile at

again,

turned to Damon,

Damon and attempted,

slightly off but utterly