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.

…

up, Nathan descended the stairs to find the living room

clung to Damon’s

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

his nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over

Damon’s side and ran to him, hugging his

feeling better? Damon said you were feeling

a sardonic look. He never would’ve guessed his

such tales to

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

a bit.”

“There, there. My breath will make it all

nodded, his gaze lingering on Anya’s face. She didn’t

she looked up and asked softly, “Does it

a gentle motion. “Just

blowing on it then,” Anya offered, her hands cupping his face, her touch as soft

Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in

not

watched with cold disdain, his

with emotion. The natural bond between a father and

hardest

was touched, feeling the walls she’d built around herself crumbling bit by bit. Her lips twitched into

the hands she’d been clenching

the corner of her eye,

wider.

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

to meet his brother’s icy gaze. A shiver ran

remembered something

been doing well these past few days,” Damon

hesitated. “It’s personal. It’s

here soon.” His brother’s tone was calm yet firm. “What personal matter

important than seeing them?”

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

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

Damon’s side. Ever since he’d held

snuggle close.

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

to be halted by Damon, who gently pressed down her

glancing at Chloe.

grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

you’ve got to change how you address me,” Chloe said with

on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

who had been silent, suddenly looked up at Chloe. “Aunt

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

blinked again,

patted her head fondly and turned

looked at Damon and

attempt at the word was slightly off but utterly adorable.