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 understand her stance

without further ado.

…

find the living room silent, everyone

Anya, who clung to Damon’s leg with wide, bewildered

drew everyone’s attention. A single glance

Clutching his nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled

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

feeling better? Damon said you were feeling under

annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic look.

such tales

feigning injury. “The

a bit.”

gently on his nose. “There, there. My breath

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

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

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

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

in his gaze as

not lost

cold disdain,

shone with emotion. The natural bond between a father

hardest

walls she’d built around herself crumbling

been clenching in front

subtle gesture out of the corner of her eye, focused back on her phone, her smile

wider.

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

meet his brother’s icy gaze. A shiver ran down his spine, and

remembered something

these

It’s really important

soon.” His brother’s tone was calm yet firm. “What personal matter

important than seeing them?”

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

Nathan’s resolve wilted. Defeated, he settled back down next to

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

snuggle close.

Chloe, who was eager to dote on

be halted by Damon, who

glancing at Chloe.

closer with a wide grin, reaching out

“My sister-in-law!”

change how you address me,” Chloe said with a

now on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe. “Aunt

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

again,

head fondly and turned to Damon, “And

looked at Damon

utterly