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 to understand her stance and

without further ado.

…

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

including Anya, who clung to Damon’s

single glance from his brother sent shivers

keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over to

seeing Nathan unscathed, left Damon’s side and ran to him, hugging his legs and looking up

said you were

a sardonic look. He

brother could spin such tales to

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

a bit.”

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

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

she looked up and asked softly, “Does it still

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

her hands cupping his face, her touch as

the emotions swirling in his gaze as

was not lost

with cold disdain, his look

The natural

the hardest of

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

been clenching in

subtle gesture out of the corner of her eye, focused

wider.

she patted Nathan’s cheek gently. He

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

something urgent.

these past few

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

brother’s tone was calm yet firm. “What personal

important than seeing them?”

sought an excuse. But his brother’s piercing gaze

resolve wilted. Defeated, he settled back

clambered off Nathan and returned to Damon’s side. Ever

snuggle close.

who was eager to dote on Anya, then bent

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

glancing at Chloe.

closer with a wide grin, reaching out to caress Anya’s rosy

“My sister-in-law!”

how you address me,” Chloe said with a

on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

been silent, suddenly looked

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

blinked again, “Aunt

her head fondly and turned to Damon, “And

looked at Damon

the word was slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem to mind as he