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.

remained silent, and after a few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand her stance and

without further ado.

…

himself up, Nathan descended the stairs to find the

including Anya, who clung to

attention. A single glance

and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled

Damon’s side and ran to him, hugging

said

in annoyance, shooting his brother a

spin such tales to a

his arms, feigning

a bit.”

distressed, blew gently on his nose. “There,

face. She didn’t mind his

looked up and

head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a

on it then,” Anya offered, her hands cupping

swirling in his gaze as intense as a tempest roaring at

not lost on the

with cold disdain,

The natural bond between a

the hardest

was touched, feeling the walls she’d built around herself

and the hands she’d been clenching in front of her

of her eye, focused back on her phone, her smile

wider.

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

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

remembered something urgent.

been doing well these past few days,” Damon interjected

hesitated. “It’s personal. It’s really

folks will be here soon.” His brother’s tone was calm yet firm.

important than seeing them?”

his lips twitching as he sought an excuse. But his brother’s piercing gaze bore into

wilted. Defeated, he settled back down next

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

snuggle close.

on Anya, then bent down and lifted

kicked her legs joyfully, only to be halted by Damon, who gently pressed

glancing at Chloe.

wide grin,

“My sister-in-law!”

change how you address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle. “It’s not

on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

this, Nathan, who had been silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe.

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

blinked again,

and turned to Damon, “And call him

Damon and

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