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.

few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand her stance and

without further ado.

…

to find the living room silent, everyone

Anya, who clung to Damon’s leg with

drew everyone’s attention. A single glance from his brother

his nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over

side and ran to him,

better? Damon said you were feeling under

twitched in annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic look. He

spin such

feigning injury.

a bit.”

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

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

while, she looked up and asked softly,

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

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

swirling in his gaze

was not lost on the

with cold disdain,

on the other hand, shone with emotion. The

the hardest of

walls she’d built around herself crumbling

and the hands she’d been clenching in front

of the corner of

wider.

her efforts, she patted Nathan’s

only to meet his brother’s icy gaze. A shiver

something urgent. Gotta

well these

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

His brother’s tone was

important than seeing them?”

an excuse. But his brother’s piercing gaze bore into

wilted. Defeated, he settled back down

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

snuggle close.

who was eager to dote on Anya, then

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

glancing at Chloe.

scooted closer with a wide grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

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

on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

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

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

again, “Aunt

head fondly and turned to Damon, “And call

looked at Damon and attempted,

but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t