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.

Chloe seemed to understand

without further ado.

…

the stairs to find the living room silent,

including Anya, who clung to Damon’s

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

Clutching his nose and keeping a safe distance, he

to him,

said you were

in annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic look.

could spin such tales to a

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

a bit.”

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

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

while, she looked up and asked softly,

forehead with a gentle motion. “Just

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

emotions swirling in his

was not lost

disdain, his

shone with emotion. The natural bond between a father

hardest

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

and the hands she’d been clenching in front

gesture out of the corner of her eye, focused back

wider.

patted Nathan’s cheek gently. He

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

something urgent. Gotta

these past few days,” Damon interjected

personal. It’s really important personal

will be here soon.” His brother’s tone was calm

important than seeing them?”

sought an excuse. But his brother’s piercing gaze bore into

he settled back down

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

snuggle close.

dote on Anya, then bent down and lifted

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

glancing at Chloe.

closer with a wide grin, reaching out to caress

“My sister-in-law!”

you address me,” Chloe said with a

From now on,

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

who had been silent,

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

again, “Aunt

head fondly and turned to Damon, “And

Damon and

off but utterly