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.

seconds, Chloe seemed to

without further ado.

…

to find the living room silent,

to Damon’s leg

drew everyone’s attention. A single

nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled

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

Damon said you were feeling

his brother a sardonic look.

brother could spin such tales to

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

a bit.”

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

She didn’t mind his

a while, she looked up and asked softly,

his head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a gentle

Anya offered, her hands cupping his face,

Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as a tempest

was not lost on

brother watched with cold disdain, his look

with emotion. The natural bond between

hardest of

around

the hands she’d been

the subtle gesture out of the corner of

wider.

seemed satisfied with her efforts, she patted

gaze. A shiver ran down his spine, and he clutched

something urgent. Gotta

has been doing well these past

It’s really important personal

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

important than seeing them?”

an excuse. But

wilted. Defeated, he settled back down next to

side. Ever since he’d held her, she

snuggle close.

was eager to dote on Anya, then bent down

kicked her legs joyfully, only to be halted by

glancing at Chloe.

scooted closer with a wide grin, reaching out to

“My sister-in-law!”

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

on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe. “Aunt

him and continued to smile at Anya,

blinked again, “Aunt

head fondly and turned to Damon, “And call

Damon and

slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t