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.

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

without further ado.

…

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

who clung to Damon’s leg

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

a

side and ran to him, hugging his legs

are you feeling better? Damon said

brother a sardonic look. He never would’ve guessed his

could spin such tales to a

into his arms, feigning injury.

a bit.”

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

She didn’t mind his intense scrutiny

she looked up and asked softly, “Does it still

Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion. “Just a little

hands cupping his

face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as

not lost on the

with cold disdain, his look one of sheer

with emotion. The natural bond between a father and daughter could

the hardest of

built around herself crumbling

hands she’d been clenching

of the corner of her eye, focused back on her phone, her

wider.

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

A shiver ran down

remembered something urgent.

been doing well these past few days,”

personal. It’s

brother’s tone was calm yet firm. “What personal matter could possibly

important than seeing them?”

an excuse.

wilted. Defeated, he settled

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

snuggle close.

who was eager to dote on Anya, then bent down and

halted by Damon, who gently pressed down her wriggly little limbs

glancing at Chloe.

a wide grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

address me,” Chloe said

now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

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

smile at Anya,

blinked again, “Aunt

fondly and turned to Damon, “And

Damon

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