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.

Chloe seemed to understand her stance and

without further ado.

…

stairs to find the living room

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

attention. A single glance from

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

and ran to him,

Damon said you

brother a

spin such tales

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

a bit.”

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

gaze lingering on Anya’s face. She

while, she looked up and asked

slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a

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

Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his

not lost on

watched with cold disdain, his look one

hand, shone with emotion. The natural bond

the hardest of

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

she’d been clenching in front of

gesture out of the corner of her eye, focused back on her

wider.

her efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek gently.

icy gaze. A shiver

something urgent. Gotta

business has been doing well these past

It’s really important

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

important than seeing them?”

lips twitching as he sought an excuse. But his

he settled back down

side. Ever since he’d held

snuggle close.

on Anya, then bent down

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

glancing at Chloe.

wide grin,

“My sister-in-law!”

sweetie, you’ve got to change how you address me,” Chloe said with a

From now on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe. “Aunt

smile at

again, “Aunt

and turned to Damon,

at Damon

slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem to