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

without further ado.

…

stairs to find the living

who clung to Damon’s leg with

drew everyone’s attention. A single glance from his brother sent shivers down

and keeping a safe distance, he

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

feeling better? Damon said

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

spin such

scooped Anya into his arms, feigning injury. “The

a bit.”

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

nodded, his gaze lingering on Anya’s face. She didn’t mind his intense scrutiny and continued her

she looked up and asked

forehead with a gentle motion. “Just a little bit,” he

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

left Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his

expression was not lost

brother watched with cold disdain, his

eyes, on the other hand, shone with emotion. The natural bond between a father and

the hardest of

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

the hands she’d been clenching in front of

catching the subtle gesture out of the corner of her eye,

wider.

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

gaze. A shiver ran down his spine,

remembered something urgent.

has been doing well these past few days,” Damon interjected

“It’s personal. It’s really

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

important than seeing them?”

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

and Nathan’s resolve wilted. Defeated, he settled

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

snuggle close.

eager to dote on

halted by Damon, who gently pressed down her

glancing at Chloe.

a wide grin, reaching out to

“My sister-in-law!”

you address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle.

on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

silent, suddenly looked

him and continued to smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s right. Call me

blinked again, “Aunt

and turned to

looked at Damon and attempted,

off but utterly