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 understand her stance and dialed the

without further ado.

…

descended the stairs to find the living room silent, everyone deep

who clung to Damon’s

single glance from his brother sent shivers down

his nose and keeping a safe distance, he

ran to him, hugging his legs

better? Damon said you were feeling under

brother a sardonic look. He never would’ve guessed

spin such tales

his arms, feigning

a bit.”

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

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

while, she looked up and

Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion.

Anya offered, her hands

in his

was not lost on the

disdain,

other hand, shone with emotion. The natural

hardest of

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

and the hands she’d been clenching

of the corner of her eye, focused back on her phone, her smile

wider.

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

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

something urgent. Gotta

been doing well these past few days,” Damon

hesitated. “It’s personal. It’s

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

important than seeing them?”

speechless, his lips twitching as he sought an excuse.

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

Ever since he’d

snuggle close.

was eager to dote on Anya, then

be halted by

glancing at Chloe.

wide grin, reaching out

“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 looked up

at him and continued to smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s

blinked again, “Aunt

her head fondly and turned to Damon,

looked at Damon and

but utterly adorable. Damon