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

without further ado.

…

to find the living room silent, everyone deep

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

everyone’s attention. A single glance from

his nose and keeping a safe distance,

ran to him, hugging his legs and

Damon said you were

a sardonic look. He never

could spin such tales to

down, Nathan scooped 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 it

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

while, she looked up and asked

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

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

in his gaze as intense as a tempest roaring at

not lost on the

with cold disdain, his look one

emotion. The natural bond between

the hardest

she’d built around herself

hands she’d been clenching in front

the subtle gesture out of the corner of

wider.

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

to meet his brother’s icy gaze. A shiver ran down

remembered something urgent. Gotta

been doing well these past few days,”

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

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

important than seeing them?”

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

Defeated, he settled back down

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

snuggle close.

glanced at Chloe, who was eager to dote on Anya, then bent down

her legs joyfully, only to be halted by Damon, who

glancing at Chloe.

scooted closer with a wide grin,

“My sister-in-law!”

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

From now on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

had been silent,

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

again,

and turned to Damon, “And

Damon

off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem