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.

Chloe seemed to understand her stance and dialed the

without further ado.

…

up, Nathan descended the stairs to find the living room

to Damon’s

attention. A single glance from

Clutching his nose and keeping a

Damon’s side and ran to him, hugging his

are you feeling better? Damon said you were feeling

his brother a

such tales to

scooped Anya into his arms, feigning injury.

a bit.”

gently on his nose. “There, there. My breath

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

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

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

Anya offered, her hands cupping his face, her

left Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his gaze

expression was not lost

watched with cold disdain, his look one

other hand, shone with emotion. The natural bond between

the hardest

around herself crumbling bit by bit. Her

and the hands she’d been clenching in

out of the corner of her

wider.

patted Nathan’s

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

remembered something

well these past few days,” Damon interjected

personal. It’s really important personal

here soon.” His brother’s tone was calm yet firm. “What personal matter could possibly

important than seeing them?”

as he sought an

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

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

snuggle close.

on Anya,

halted by Damon,

glancing at Chloe.

wide grin, reaching out to caress Anya’s

“My sister-in-law!”

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

From now on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

been silent, suddenly looked up

at Anya,

blinked again,

her head fondly and turned to Damon, “And call

Damon

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