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 dialed the

without further ado.

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

Anya, who clung to Damon’s leg

A single glance from his brother sent shivers

and keeping a safe

Damon’s side and ran to

said you were feeling under the

shooting his brother a sardonic look.

could spin such tales to a

his arms, feigning

a bit.”

“There, there. My breath will make

face. She didn’t

looked up and asked softly, “Does it still

head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion. “Just a little bit,” he

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

swirling in

not lost

watched with cold disdain, his look

hand, shone with emotion. The natural bond between a father and

the hardest

around herself

hands she’d been

corner of her

wider.

she patted Nathan’s

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

something urgent. Gotta

well these past few

It’s really important

here soon.” His brother’s tone was

important than seeing them?”

an excuse. But his brother’s

Defeated, he settled back down

returned to Damon’s side. Ever since

snuggle close.

was eager to dote on Anya, then bent down and

only to be halted by Damon, who

glancing at Chloe.

grin,

“My sister-in-law!”

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

now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe.

to smile at Anya, “Yes,

again, “Aunt

fondly and turned to Damon, “And

Damon

off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem to mind as he

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