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.

…

himself up, Nathan descended the stairs to find the living

including Anya, who clung to Damon’s leg with

single glance from his brother sent shivers down

keeping a safe distance, he

side and ran to him, hugging

you feeling better? Damon said you were

twitched in annoyance, shooting his brother a sardonic look. He never

spin such

Nathan scooped Anya into his arms, feigning injury.

a bit.”

his nose. “There, there. My breath

lingering on Anya’s face. She

she looked up

forehead with a gentle motion. “Just a little bit,” he

offered, her hands cupping his

face, the emotions swirling in his gaze as intense as

not lost on the

cold disdain, his

with emotion. The natural bond between a father and daughter

hardest of

around herself

hands she’d been clenching in

gesture out of the corner of her eye, focused back on her

wider.

patted Nathan’s cheek gently.

shiver ran

remembered something

well these

personal. It’s really important personal

tone was calm

important than seeing them?”

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

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

to Damon’s side. Ever since

snuggle close.

dote on

kicked her legs joyfully, only to be halted by Damon, who

glancing at Chloe.

a wide grin, reaching out

“My sister-in-law!”

change how you address me,” Chloe said with a chuckle.

on, it’s ‘Aunt

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

Nathan, who had been silent,

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

again, “Aunt

head fondly and turned to Damon, “And call him

looked at Damon and

attempt at the word was slightly off but utterly adorable. Damon didn’t seem to mind as he