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.

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

without further ado.

…

the stairs to find the living room silent, everyone deep in their

clung to Damon’s

drew everyone’s attention. A single glance from

nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled

Damon’s side and ran to him, hugging his legs and looking up

said you were feeling under the

annoyance, shooting his brother a

brother could spin such

down, Nathan scooped Anya into his arms, feigning injury.

a bit.”

gently on his nose. “There,

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

while, she looked up and asked

Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion. “Just a little bit,” he

Anya offered, her hands

swirling in his gaze as intense as a tempest roaring at

not lost

with cold disdain, his look one

shone with emotion. The natural bond between a father

the hardest

walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit

hands she’d been clenching

gesture out of the corner of her eye, focused back on her phone, her smile

wider.

Anya seemed satisfied with her efforts, she patted

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

remembered something urgent.

business has been doing well these past

It’s really important

was calm yet firm. “What personal matter could possibly be

important than seeing them?”

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

settled back down

returned to Damon’s side. Ever

snuggle close.

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

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

glancing at Chloe.

closer with a wide grin, reaching out to

“My sister-in-law!”

change how you address me,”

now on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

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

glanced at him and continued to smile at Anya, “Yes,

again, “Aunt

patted her head fondly and turned to Damon, “And call him

at Damon

at the word was slightly off but utterly adorable.