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.

and after a few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand her

without further ado.

…

himself up, Nathan descended the stairs to find the living room silent, everyone deep in their

Anya, who clung to Damon’s leg with wide,

entrance inevitably drew everyone’s attention. A single glance

his nose and keeping a safe distance,

to him, hugging his legs

better? Damon said you were

shooting his brother a sardonic

spin such tales to

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

a bit.”

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

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

she looked up and asked softly, “Does

slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a

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

the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as a tempest roaring at

not lost on

cold disdain, his look one

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

hardest of

walls she’d built around herself

she’d been clenching in front of

gesture out of the corner of her eye, focused

wider.

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

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

something urgent.

doing well these past few days,” Damon

It’s really important personal

was calm yet firm. “What personal matter could possibly

important than seeing them?”

was speechless, his lips twitching as he sought an excuse. But his

resolve wilted. Defeated, he settled back down next to Yulia, clutching Anya

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

snuggle close.

who was eager to dote on

to be halted by Damon, who

glancing at Chloe.

with a wide grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

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

now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

silent, suddenly looked up

at him and continued to smile at

blinked again,

head fondly and turned to Damon, “And

at Damon and

but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem to mind as he grunted