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 stance and dialed the

without further ado.

…

the stairs to find the living room silent,

clung to Damon’s leg with wide, bewildered

entrance inevitably drew everyone’s attention. A single glance from his brother sent shivers down

nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled

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

Damon said you

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

could spin such

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

a bit.”

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

She didn’t mind his

she looked up and

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

Anya offered, her hands cupping

swirling in his gaze as intense as a tempest

not lost

cold disdain, his look

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

the hardest

feeling the walls she’d built around

the hands she’d been clenching in front of

of the corner of her

wider.

Anya seemed satisfied with her efforts, she patted

icy gaze. A shiver ran down his

remembered something urgent. Gotta

well these past few

“It’s personal. It’s

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

important than seeing them?”

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

resolve wilted. Defeated, he settled

Damon’s side. Ever since he’d held her, she took every chance

snuggle close.

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

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

glancing at Chloe.

wide grin, reaching out to caress

“My sister-in-law!”

how you address me,”

From now on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

this, Nathan, who had been silent,

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

blinked again,

turned to Damon, “And call

Damon and

attempt at the word was slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem