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, everyone deep

clung to Damon’s leg with wide, bewildered

A single glance from his

nose and keeping a safe distance,

ran to him, hugging his legs

are you feeling better? Damon said you

annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic look.

brother could spin such tales

his arms, feigning injury. “The bleeding’s stopped, but

a bit.”

looking distressed, blew gently on his nose. “There, there. My breath will make it

lingering on Anya’s face. She didn’t mind his

she looked up and asked softly,

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

her hands cupping his face, her touch as soft as

Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in

expression was not lost on the

brother watched with cold disdain, his look one of sheer

on the other hand, shone with emotion. The natural

the hardest of

around herself crumbling bit by

been clenching

subtle gesture out of the corner of her eye,

wider.

Anya seemed satisfied with her efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek gently. He grinned weakly, sighing

up, only to meet his brother’s icy gaze. A shiver ran down

something urgent. Gotta

doing well these past few days,” Damon interjected

It’s really

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

important than seeing them?”

lips twitching as he sought an

wilted. Defeated, he settled back down

clambered off Nathan and returned to Damon’s side. Ever since he’d held

snuggle close.

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

joyfully, only to be halted by Damon, who

glancing at Chloe.

grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

got to change how you address me,” Chloe

From now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

had been silent, suddenly looked up

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

blinked again, “Aunt

turned to Damon, “And call

Damon and attempted,

but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem to mind as he