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

without further ado.

…

stairs to find the living room silent,

clung to Damon’s

attention. A single glance from his brother

and keeping a safe

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

better? Damon said you were feeling under the

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

could spin such

his arms, feigning

a bit.”

nose. “There, there.

She

After a while, she looked up and asked softly, “Does

a gentle motion. “Just a little

Anya offered, her hands cupping his face,

left Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his

was not

with cold disdain, his look

emotion. The natural bond between

the hardest of

she’d built around herself crumbling bit by bit. Her lips

been clenching in

the corner of her eye, focused back on her phone,

wider.

efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek gently. He grinned weakly, sighing as

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

something urgent. Gotta

these

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

soon.” His brother’s tone was

important than seeing them?”

he sought an excuse. But his brother’s piercing

settled back down next to

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

snuggle close.

dote on Anya, then bent down and lifted Anya onto

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

glancing at Chloe.

a wide grin,

“My sister-in-law!”

you’ve got to change how you address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle. “It’s

From now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

silent,

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

again,

and turned to Damon,

looked at Damon and

utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem to mind