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.

…

himself up, Nathan descended the stairs to find the living room silent,

Anya, who clung to Damon’s leg with

A single glance from his

a safe

Damon’s side and ran to him, hugging his

Damon said you were feeling under the

a sardonic

spin such

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

a bit.”

“There, there.

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

while, she looked up and asked softly,

with a gentle motion. “Just a little bit,” he

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

left Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in

expression was not lost on

disdain, his look one

emotion. The natural bond between a

the hardest

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

been

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

wider.

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

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

remembered something

these past few days,”

personal. It’s

was calm yet firm.

important than seeing them?”

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

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

returned to Damon’s side. Ever since

snuggle close.

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

her legs joyfully, only to be halted by Damon, who

glancing at Chloe.

grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

you address me,” Chloe

now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

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

smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s

blinked again, “Aunt

and turned

at Damon

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