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.

after a few seconds, Chloe seemed to understand

without further ado.

…

descended the stairs to find

to Damon’s leg with wide, bewildered

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

a safe distance, he shuffled over to

Damon’s side and ran to him, hugging his

Damon said you

twitched in annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic look.

brother could spin such tales to a

Anya into his arms, feigning injury. “The bleeding’s stopped, but my nose still

a bit.”

distressed, blew gently on his nose. “There,

face. She

up and asked softly, “Does

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

her hands cupping his

emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as a

expression was not lost on

cold disdain, his look one

other hand, shone with emotion. The natural bond between

hardest of

feeling the walls she’d built around herself

and the hands she’d been clenching in front of

corner of her

wider.

efforts, she patted Nathan’s cheek gently. He

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

something urgent.

has been doing well these past

“It’s personal. It’s really

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

important than seeing them?”

twitching as he sought an excuse. But his brother’s piercing

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

clambered off Nathan and returned to Damon’s side. Ever since

snuggle close.

Chloe, who was eager to dote on Anya, then bent down and lifted Anya

to be halted by Damon, who gently

glancing at Chloe.

with a wide grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

sweetie, you’ve got to change how you address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle.

now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

this, Nathan, who had been silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe.

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

again,

and turned to Damon, “And call him

looked at Damon

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