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.

…

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

to Damon’s leg

inevitably drew everyone’s attention. A single glance from

nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over

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

are you feeling better? Damon said you

brother a sardonic

spin such tales to a

arms, feigning injury. “The bleeding’s stopped, but my nose

a bit.”

his nose. “There, there. My breath

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

while, she looked up and asked softly, “Does it

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

then,” Anya offered, her hands cupping his face,

swirling in his gaze as intense as a

expression was not lost

brother watched with cold disdain, his look one of sheer

on the other hand, shone with emotion. The

hardest

was touched, feeling the walls she’d built around

been clenching in

gesture out of the corner of her eye, focused

wider.

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

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

remembered something urgent.

these

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

was calm yet firm.

important than seeing them?”

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

Defeated, he settled back

to Damon’s side. Ever since he’d held her, she took every chance

snuggle close.

was eager to dote on Anya, then bent down and lifted Anya

by Damon, who gently pressed down her

glancing at Chloe.

wide grin,

“My sister-in-law!”

you address me,” Chloe said with

From now on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

who had been silent, suddenly looked up

to smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s right.

again,

turned to

looked at Damon and

off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t