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.

seconds, Chloe seemed to understand her stance and dialed

without further ado.

…

stairs to find the living room silent,

who clung to Damon’s leg with

entrance inevitably drew everyone’s attention. A single glance

and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over to

left Damon’s side and ran to

you feeling better? Damon said you were feeling under the

twitched in annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic look.

spin such tales to

feigning

a bit.”

on his nose. “There, there. My breath

She didn’t mind his intense scrutiny

up

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

then,” Anya offered, her hands cupping his

face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as

was not lost on the

with cold disdain, his

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

the hardest

touched, feeling the walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit by bit.

she’d been

corner of her

wider.

she patted

shiver ran

remembered something

has been doing well these past few days,” Damon

personal. It’s really important

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

important than seeing them?”

lips twitching as he sought an

settled back down

side. Ever since he’d held her, she took

snuggle close.

who was eager to dote on Anya, then bent down

by Damon, who gently pressed down her wriggly little

glancing at Chloe.

a wide grin, reaching out to caress Anya’s

“My sister-in-law!”

change how you address me,” Chloe said

now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

who had been silent, suddenly

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

again,

head fondly and turned to

Damon and attempted,

but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem to