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.

silent, and after a few seconds, Chloe seemed

without further ado.

…

to find the

to Damon’s leg with wide,

A single glance from his brother sent shivers

his nose and keeping a safe

to him, hugging his

you feeling better? Damon said

shooting his brother a sardonic look. He never would’ve guessed his

such

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

a bit.”

on his nose. “There, there.

face. She didn’t mind his intense

a while, she looked up and

nuzzling Anya’s forehead with a gentle motion. “Just a

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

never left Anya’s face, the emotions swirling in

expression was not lost on the

cold disdain, his look one

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

hardest

built around herself crumbling bit by bit.

been clenching

the subtle gesture out of the corner of her eye, focused

wider.

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

gaze. A shiver ran down his spine,

something

business has been doing well these past few

“It’s personal. It’s really important

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

important than seeing them?”

an excuse. But

he settled back down

clambered off Nathan and returned to Damon’s side. Ever since he’d

snuggle close.

was eager to dote on Anya,

halted by Damon, who gently

glancing at Chloe.

with a wide grin, reaching out to caress

“My sister-in-law!”

got to change how you address me,” Chloe

From now on, it’s

Anya blinked, “Aunt Chloe?”

been silent, suddenly

to smile at Anya,

blinked again, “Aunt

her head fondly and turned to Damon,

Damon and

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