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 seemed to understand her stance and

without further ado.

…

descended the stairs to find the living room silent, everyone deep in their

who clung to Damon’s leg with wide, bewildered

attention. A single glance from his brother sent shivers

a safe distance,

Nathan unscathed, left Damon’s side and ran to him, hugging

are you feeling better? Damon said you

shooting his brother a sardonic look. He

could spin such tales

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

a bit.”

“There, there. My breath will make

nodded, his gaze lingering on Anya’s face. She didn’t mind his intense scrutiny and

After a while, she looked up and asked softly, “Does it

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

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

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

was not lost on the

disdain, his look one of

other hand, shone with emotion. The natural bond between

the hardest of

feeling the walls she’d built around herself

and the hands she’d been

gesture out of the corner of

wider.

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

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

remembered something urgent.

these past few days,” Damon interjected

“It’s personal. It’s really

His brother’s tone was calm yet

important than seeing them?”

an excuse. But his brother’s

he settled back down next to Yulia, clutching Anya

Damon’s side. Ever since he’d held her, she

snuggle close.

at Chloe, who was eager to dote on Anya, then bent

legs joyfully, only to be halted by Damon, who gently

glancing at Chloe.

with a wide grin, reaching

“My sister-in-law!”

address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle. “It’s

From now on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

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

and continued to smile at Anya, “Yes,

blinked again, “Aunt

head fondly and turned to Damon, “And call him

Damon and attempted,

was slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem to mind as