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.

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

without further ado.

…

stairs to find the living room silent, everyone deep

clung to Damon’s leg with

A single glance from

his nose and keeping a safe distance, he

Nathan unscathed, left Damon’s side and ran to

feeling better? Damon said you were

in annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic look.

brother could spin such

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

a bit.”

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

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

looked up and asked

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

keep 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 lost

brother watched with cold disdain, his look one of sheer

emotion. The

the hardest of

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

she’d been clenching in front of

the corner of her eye, focused back on

wider.

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

only to meet his brother’s icy gaze. A shiver ran down his spine, and he clutched Anya

something

doing well these past few days,” Damon

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

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

important than seeing them?”

was speechless, his lips twitching as he sought an excuse.

settled back

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

snuggle close.

dote on Anya, then bent

only to be halted by Damon,

glancing at Chloe.

scooted closer with a wide grin,

“My sister-in-law!”

you address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle.

on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

had been silent,

at Anya, “Yes, that’s right. Call me

again, “Aunt

turned to Damon, “And call

at Damon and

at the word was slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon