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.

a few seconds, Chloe

without further ado.

…

stairs to find the living room silent,

clung to Damon’s leg with

everyone’s attention. A single glance

Clutching his nose and keeping a safe distance,

ran to him, hugging

are you feeling better? Damon said

shooting his brother a sardonic look. He never would’ve guessed his

such

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

a bit.”

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

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

looked up and asked softly, “Does it

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

Anya offered, her hands cupping his face, her touch

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

not lost on

disdain, his look

emotion. The natural bond between

hardest of

the walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit by

the hands she’d been clenching in

the corner of her eye, focused back on her

wider.

Anya seemed satisfied with her efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek gently. He grinned weakly,

his brother’s icy gaze. A shiver ran down his spine, and he clutched Anya closer. “I…

something

business has been doing well these past few days,” Damon interjected

“It’s personal. It’s really important personal

His brother’s tone was

important than seeing them?”

speechless, his lips twitching as he sought an excuse. But his

more, and Nathan’s resolve wilted. Defeated, he settled back down next to Yulia, clutching

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

be halted by Damon, who gently pressed down her

glancing at Chloe.

closer with a wide grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

to change how you address me,” Chloe said

From now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

been silent, suddenly looked up

glanced at him and continued to smile at Anya, “Yes,

blinked again,

her head fondly and turned to

looked at Damon and

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