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 to understand

without further ado.

…

up, Nathan descended the stairs to find the living room

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

everyone’s attention. A single glance from his

a safe distance,

side and ran to him,

feeling better? Damon said you

in annoyance, shooting his brother a

brother could spin such tales to

scooped Anya into his arms, feigning injury.

a bit.”

gently on his nose. “There, there. My

nodded, his gaze lingering on Anya’s face. She didn’t mind his intense

looked up and asked softly, “Does it still

his head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion. “Just a little bit,”

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

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

was not lost on

with cold disdain, his look one of sheer

hand, shone with emotion. The

hardest of

touched, feeling the walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit by bit. Her

hands she’d been clenching

out of the corner of her eye, focused back

wider.

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

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

something urgent. Gotta

business has been doing well these past few

personal. It’s really

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

important than seeing them?”

his lips twitching as he sought an excuse. But his brother’s piercing gaze bore into

resolve wilted. Defeated, he settled back down next to Yulia,

and returned to Damon’s side. Ever since he’d held her,

snuggle close.

who was eager to dote on Anya, then

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

glancing at Chloe.

a wide grin, reaching out

“My sister-in-law!”

you address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle.

From now on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

had been silent,

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

blinked again, “Aunt

fondly and turned to Damon, “And

Damon and attempted,

was slightly off but utterly adorable.