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.

remained silent, and after a few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand her stance and

without further ado.

…

up, Nathan descended the stairs to find the living

clung to Damon’s

everyone’s attention. A single glance from his

nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over

ran to him, hugging

are you feeling better? Damon said

brother a sardonic look. He never

could spin such

Anya into his arms, feigning injury. “The bleeding’s stopped, but my nose

a bit.”

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

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

she looked up and asked

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

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

never left Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as a tempest roaring at

expression was not

with cold disdain, his

The natural bond between a father

hardest of

built around herself crumbling bit by bit. Her lips twitched

the hands she’d been clenching in front of her

corner of

wider.

satisfied with her efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek gently.

shiver

remembered something urgent. Gotta

doing well these

It’s really important

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

important than seeing them?”

he sought an excuse. But

settled

Damon’s side. Ever

snuggle close.

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

halted by Damon, who gently pressed down her wriggly little

glancing at Chloe.

closer with a wide grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

change how you address me,” Chloe said with a

on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

been silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe. “Aunt

him and continued to smile at Anya,

blinked again, “Aunt

fondly and turned to Damon,

at Damon

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