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 dialed

without further ado.

…

the stairs to find the living room silent, everyone deep

including Anya, who clung to Damon’s leg with wide, bewildered

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

Clutching his nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over to

side and ran to him,

better? Damon said you were feeling under the

brother a sardonic look. He

brother could spin such tales

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

a bit.”

on his nose. “There, there. My breath will

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

up

forehead with a

on it then,” Anya offered, her hands cupping

face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as a

was not lost

with cold disdain, his look

other hand, shone with emotion. The

the hardest of

touched, feeling the walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit by bit.

the hands she’d been clenching in

gesture out of the corner of her

wider.

patted Nathan’s cheek gently.

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

remembered something

well these past few

It’s really important

be here soon.” His brother’s tone was calm yet firm. “What personal matter could possibly be

important than seeing them?”

twitching as he sought an excuse. But his

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

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

snuggle close.

Chloe, who was eager to dote on

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

glancing at Chloe.

with a wide grin, reaching out

“My sister-in-law!”

to change how you address me,” Chloe

now on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

who had been silent,

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

again,

patted her head fondly and turned to Damon,

Damon

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