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 her stance and dialed

without further ado.

…

himself up, Nathan descended the stairs to find the

to Damon’s leg with wide,

A single glance from his

a safe distance, he shuffled

and ran to him, hugging his

feeling better? Damon said you were feeling under

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

brother could spin such tales to

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

a bit.”

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

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

a while, she looked up and asked softly, “Does

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

blowing on it then,” Anya offered, her hands

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

was not

cold disdain, his look one of sheer

the other hand, shone with emotion. The

the hardest of

built around herself

the hands she’d been clenching in front of her

the corner of her eye, focused back on

wider.

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

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

remembered something urgent.

has been doing well these past

It’s

brother’s tone was

important than seeing them?”

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

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

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

snuggle close.

on Anya, then bent

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

glancing at Chloe.

a wide grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

sweetie, you’ve got to change how you address me,” Chloe said with a

now on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

this, Nathan, who had been silent, suddenly

smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s

blinked again, “Aunt

patted her head fondly and turned to Damon,

at Damon and attempted,

but utterly