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.

few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand her stance and

without further ado.

…

find the living room silent, everyone

who clung to Damon’s leg

A single glance from his brother sent shivers

nose and keeping a safe

Damon’s side and ran to him, hugging his

better? Damon said you were feeling under

brother a sardonic look. He never would’ve guessed his

such tales

arms, feigning injury.

a bit.”

blew gently on his nose. “There, there. My breath will make it all

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

up

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

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

the emotions swirling in his

was not

cold disdain,

The natural bond between a father

the hardest

feeling the walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit by bit. Her lips twitched

and the hands she’d been clenching in front of

of her eye, focused back on her

wider.

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

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

remembered something

has been doing well these

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

here soon.” His brother’s tone was

important than seeing them?”

an excuse. But

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

side. Ever since he’d held her, she

snuggle close.

to dote on Anya, then

be halted by Damon, who

glancing at Chloe.

wide grin,

“My sister-in-law!”

got to change how you address me,”

now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

silent, suddenly looked up at

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

blinked again,

patted her head fondly and turned to Damon,

Damon and

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