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

without further ado.

…

to find the

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

everyone’s attention. A single glance from his brother

nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over to

side and ran to him, hugging

are you feeling better? Damon said you

brother a sardonic

could spin such tales

his arms, feigning injury. “The bleeding’s

a bit.”

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

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

looked up and asked softly,

slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion. “Just a little

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

emotions swirling in his

was not

with cold disdain, his

The natural

hardest

feeling the walls she’d built around herself

she’d been clenching in front of

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

wider.

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

brother’s icy gaze. A shiver ran down his spine,

remembered something

doing well these past few days,”

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

soon.” His brother’s tone was

important than seeing them?”

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

Defeated, he settled back

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

snuggle close.

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

halted by Damon, who gently pressed down her

glancing at Chloe.

closer with a wide grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

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

From now on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

this, Nathan, who had been silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe. “Aunt

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

again, “Aunt

patted her head fondly and turned to Damon,

at Damon and attempted,

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