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.

silent, and after a few seconds, Chloe seemed

without further ado.

…

himself up, Nathan descended the stairs to find the

to

drew everyone’s attention. A single

keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over

Damon’s side and ran to

Damon said you were

lips twitched in annoyance, shooting his brother a

could spin such tales to a

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

a bit.”

his nose. “There,

Anya’s face. She didn’t

up and asked softly, “Does it

Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion.

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

eyes never left Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his gaze

expression was not lost

watched with cold disdain, his look one of

shone with emotion. The natural

the hardest

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

hands she’d been clenching in front

of the corner of her eye,

wider.

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

icy gaze. A shiver

something urgent. Gotta

business has been doing well these past few

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

will be here soon.” His brother’s tone was calm

important than seeing them?”

as he sought an excuse.

he settled back down

off Nathan and returned to Damon’s side. Ever since he’d held her, she took every

snuggle close.

dote on Anya, then bent down and

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

glancing at Chloe.

scooted closer with a wide grin, reaching out to

“My sister-in-law!”

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

now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

silent, suddenly

smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s right.

blinked again, “Aunt

head fondly and turned to

at Damon and attempted,

off but utterly adorable.