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.

remained silent, and after a few seconds, Chloe seemed

without further ado.

…

Nathan descended the stairs to find the living room silent, everyone deep in their

including Anya, who clung to

single glance from his brother sent shivers down

nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over

side and ran to him, hugging his legs and

you feeling better? Damon said you were feeling

annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic look. He never would’ve

could spin such tales

scooped Anya into his arms, feigning

a bit.”

“There, there.

She didn’t mind his intense scrutiny

she looked up and asked softly, “Does it

head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a

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

the emotions swirling in

expression was not

disdain, his look one

The natural bond between a

hardest

too, was touched, feeling the walls she’d built around

hands she’d been

of the corner of her eye, focused back

wider.

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

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

something

been doing well these

personal. It’s

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

important than seeing them?”

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

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

to Damon’s side. Ever since he’d

snuggle close.

who was eager to dote on Anya, then

by Damon, who gently pressed

glancing at Chloe.

grin, reaching out to

“My sister-in-law!”

you address me,” Chloe said

on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

who had been silent, suddenly looked up at

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

blinked again, “Aunt

turned to Damon, “And call

at Damon and

but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem to mind