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

clung to Damon’s leg

everyone’s attention. A single glance from his brother

and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over

unscathed, left Damon’s side and ran to him, hugging his legs and looking

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brother a

brother could spin such tales

Nathan scooped Anya into his arms, feigning injury. “The bleeding’s stopped,

a bit.”

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

on Anya’s face. She didn’t

up and

his head slightly, nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion.

then,” Anya offered, her hands cupping

never left Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as

expression was not lost on the

cold disdain, his look one of sheer

the other hand, shone with emotion. The natural bond

the hardest of

feeling the walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit

the hands she’d been clenching in

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

wider.

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

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

something

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

was calm yet firm. “What personal matter could possibly

important than seeing them?”

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

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

Nathan and returned to Damon’s side. Ever since he’d held her, she took every chance

snuggle close.

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

be halted by Damon, who gently pressed down her

glancing at Chloe.

wide grin, reaching out to caress Anya’s rosy

“My sister-in-law!”

got to change how you address

now on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

Nathan, who had been silent, suddenly looked up at

smile at Anya, “Yes, that’s right. Call me

again, “Aunt

and turned to Damon, “And call

Damon

the word was slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t