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

without further ado.

…

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

to Damon’s

drew everyone’s attention. A single

Clutching his nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over to

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

you feeling better? Damon said you were feeling under the

annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic look.

spin such tales to

scooped Anya into his arms, feigning injury. “The

a bit.”

“There, there. My breath

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

she looked up and asked softly, “Does it still

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

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

the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as a

expression was not lost

brother watched with cold disdain, his look one

other hand, shone with emotion. The natural

the hardest

around herself crumbling bit by bit.

been clenching in

of her eye, focused back on

wider.

with her efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek

icy gaze. A shiver ran down his spine, and he clutched

something urgent. Gotta

business has been doing well these past

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

brother’s tone was

important than seeing them?”

was speechless, his lips twitching as he sought an excuse. But his brother’s piercing gaze bore

resolve wilted. Defeated, he settled back down next to Yulia,

Ever since he’d held her, she took

snuggle close.

to dote on Anya, then bent down and lifted Anya onto

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

glancing at Chloe.

a wide grin, reaching out

“My sister-in-law!”

sweetie, you’ve got to change how you address me,”

on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

silent, suddenly

him and continued to smile at

blinked again, “Aunt

patted her head fondly and turned to

Damon

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