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.

a few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand

without further ado.

…

to find the living room silent,

to Damon’s leg with wide,

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

and keeping a safe

ran to him, hugging

feeling better? Damon said you were

lips twitched in annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic look. He never would’ve

spin such tales

his arms, feigning injury. “The bleeding’s stopped, but

a bit.”

his nose. “There, there.

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

she looked up and asked softly, “Does it

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

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

never left Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his

was not lost

cold disdain,

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

hardest

the walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit by bit. Her lips

been

corner of her eye, focused back

wider.

satisfied with her efforts, she patted Nathan’s

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

remembered something

been doing well these past few days,” Damon interjected

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

soon.” His brother’s tone was calm

important than seeing them?”

an excuse.

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

side. Ever

snuggle close.

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

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

glancing at Chloe.

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

“My sister-in-law!”

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

now on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

been silent, suddenly

and continued to smile at

again,

turned to Damon, “And call

Damon and

the word was slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t