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.

and after a few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand

without further ado.

…

to find the living room silent, everyone deep in

including Anya, who clung to

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

his nose and keeping a safe distance,

ran to him,

are you feeling better? Damon said you were feeling under

a sardonic look. He never would’ve guessed

brother could spin such tales to a

scooped Anya into his arms, feigning

a bit.”

looking distressed, blew gently on his nose. “There, there. My

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

After a while, she looked up and asked softly,

Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion. “Just a

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

emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as

expression was not lost on

with cold disdain, his look one

with emotion. The natural bond between a father

hardest

the walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit by

and the hands she’d been clenching in front

the corner of her eye, focused

wider.

she patted Nathan’s cheek gently.

shiver ran down his spine, and he clutched Anya closer.

remembered something urgent. Gotta

has been doing well these past few days,” Damon

personal. It’s

here soon.” His brother’s tone was calm yet

important than seeing them?”

lips twitching as he sought an excuse. But

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

side. Ever since he’d

snuggle close.

to dote on Anya, then bent down and

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

glancing at Chloe.

scooted closer with a wide grin, reaching out

“My sister-in-law!”

how you address

now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

this, Nathan, who had been silent,

continued to smile at

again, “Aunt

turned to Damon,

Damon and

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