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 the living

to Damon’s leg with wide, bewildered

attention. A single

his nose and keeping a safe distance, he shuffled over to

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

you feeling better? Damon said you

his brother a sardonic look.

spin such

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

a bit.”

on his nose. “There, there. My breath

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

she looked up and asked softly, “Does it

Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion. “Just

then,” Anya offered, her hands cupping his face, her touch

in his

expression was not lost

watched with cold disdain, his look

the other hand, shone with emotion. The natural bond between a father and daughter could

hardest

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

and the hands she’d been clenching in front

catching the subtle gesture out of the corner of her

wider.

patted Nathan’s cheek gently. He grinned weakly, sighing

only to meet his brother’s icy gaze. A shiver ran down his spine,

something

business has been doing well these

hesitated. “It’s personal. It’s really

His brother’s tone was calm yet firm.

important than seeing them?”

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

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

side. Ever

snuggle close.

was eager to dote on

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

glancing at Chloe.

with a wide grin, reaching out to caress Anya’s

“My sister-in-law!”

you’ve got to change how you address me,”

on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

silent, suddenly looked

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

again,

patted her head fondly and turned to

looked at Damon

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