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.

…

Nathan descended the stairs to find the living

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

single glance from his

and keeping a safe distance, he

Nathan unscathed, left Damon’s side and ran to him, hugging

you feeling better? Damon said you were feeling under the

in annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic look. He never would’ve guessed his

brother could spin such tales to

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

a bit.”

distressed, blew gently on his nose. “There, there.

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

she looked up and

his head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a gentle

keep blowing on it then,” Anya offered, her hands cupping his face, her touch as soft

emotions swirling in his gaze as intense

not lost on

brother watched with cold disdain, his look one

emotion. The natural bond between a father and

the hardest

touched, feeling the walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit by bit. Her lips twitched into

she’d been clenching

catching the subtle gesture out of the corner of

wider.

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

brother’s icy gaze. A shiver ran down his

something urgent.

has been doing well these past few days,” Damon interjected

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

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

important than seeing them?”

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

Defeated, he settled back down

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

snuggle close.

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

be halted by Damon, who

glancing at Chloe.

with a wide grin,

“My sister-in-law!”

got to change how you address me,” Chloe said with a

From now on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

been silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe. “Aunt

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

blinked again,

patted her head fondly and turned

looked at Damon and attempted,

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