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.

after a few seconds, Chloe seemed

without further ado.

…

descended the stairs to find the living room silent, everyone deep in

Anya, who clung to Damon’s leg

inevitably drew everyone’s attention. A single glance

Clutching his nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over

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

said you were feeling under

his brother a sardonic look. He never would’ve guessed his

such

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

a bit.”

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

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

she looked up and asked softly, “Does it still

a

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

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

not lost on

disdain, his look one

The natural bond between a father and

the hardest of

walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit by bit. Her

hands she’d been clenching in front

catching the subtle gesture out of the corner of

wider.

efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek gently. He

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

remembered something

been doing well these past few days,” Damon interjected

“It’s personal. It’s really

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

important than seeing them?”

he sought an

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

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

snuggle close.

was eager to dote on Anya, then bent down and lifted

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

glancing at Chloe.

wide grin,

“My sister-in-law!”

address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle.

on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe. “Aunt

smile at

again, “Aunt

and turned to Damon, “And call

looked at Damon and

slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t