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.

a few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand her

without further ado.

…

find the

Anya, who clung to Damon’s leg

single glance from his brother sent shivers down

a safe distance, he shuffled over

unscathed, left Damon’s side and ran to

you feeling better? Damon said you were feeling under

a

could spin such tales

Nathan scooped Anya into his arms, feigning injury.

a bit.”

“There,

Anya’s face. She didn’t

After a while, she looked up and asked softly, “Does it still

a gentle motion. “Just a

hands cupping his face, her touch

swirling in his gaze as intense as a tempest

not lost

with cold disdain, his look one of sheer

the other hand, shone with emotion. The natural bond between a

the hardest

touched, feeling the walls she’d built around herself

been

corner of her eye, focused back on her phone,

wider.

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

A shiver ran down his spine, and he clutched Anya

something

has been doing well these past few

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

tone was calm yet firm.

important than seeing them?”

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

and Nathan’s resolve wilted. Defeated, he settled back down next to Yulia,

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

snuggle close.

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

legs joyfully, only to be halted by Damon,

glancing at Chloe.

closer with a wide grin, reaching out to

“My sister-in-law!”

got to change how you address me,”

now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

Nathan, who had been silent, suddenly looked

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

again, “Aunt

turned to Damon, “And

Damon

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