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.

Chloe

without further ado.

…

to find the living room silent, everyone deep in their

who clung to Damon’s leg with

entrance inevitably drew everyone’s attention. A single glance from his

and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled

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

Damon said

in annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic look.

could spin such tales to

scooped Anya into his arms, feigning injury.

a bit.”

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

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

she looked up and asked softly, “Does it still

with a

it then,” Anya offered, her hands

never left Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in

was not lost

watched with cold disdain, his look one of

emotion. The natural bond between

hardest

the walls she’d built around herself crumbling

she’d been clenching in front

of the corner of her eye, focused

wider.

seemed satisfied with her efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek

shiver

something urgent.

has been doing well these past

personal. It’s really

will be here soon.” His brother’s tone was calm yet

important than seeing them?”

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

Defeated, he settled back down

Nathan and returned to Damon’s side. Ever since he’d

snuggle close.

dote on

only to be halted by Damon, who gently pressed

glancing at Chloe.

with a wide grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

sweetie, you’ve got to change how you address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle. “It’s not

now on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

silent, suddenly

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

blinked again,

her head fondly and turned

at Damon

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