The Enticing CEO’s Chosen Bride

e words hit Ronald like a ton of bricks, and he fell silent, his gaze shifting to Yulia, filled with an intricate web of emotions.

Yet Yulia simply couldn’t contain the smile that Nathan’s words brought to her lips, a mixture of shyness and quiet joy that sent a chill through Ronald’s heart.

He had thought he could brush aside the fact that she had confessed her love for Nathan, assuming it was just a convenient excuse to get rid of him. But now, even if he wanted to deny it, he couldn’t. It was just too self-deceptive.

He knew that Yulia wasn’t the type to lie, and the look on her face now was undeniably genuine.

Nathan, no longer paying Ronald any attention, swung the car door open, ready to usher Yulia inside.

“Yulia!” Ronald called out again, and she turned to look at him, the smile instantly fading as she faced him, leaving her expression cold and distant. “You sure about this? What about Anya? Have you told him about her? You’re just going to trust him that easily? You’re not afraid of what might happen later?”d1

Yulia’s response was even chillier, “This is my business, and I’d appreciate it if you’d stop bringing up things that no longer concern you.”

Disappointment filled Ronald’s face. “Do you even realize the consequences if something goes wrong? Can you handle that?”

There was a brief silence before Yulia spoke again, “If I can’t handle it, then I’ll stick to him like glue. Wherever Anya is, that’s where I’ll be.”

The comment stung Ronald as though he had been pricked by a needle. Was she implying that they had discussed Anya’s situation the previous night? Did she really also disclose Anya’s background to Nathan?

In a bout of impatience, Nathan cut the conversation short, brusquely guiding Yulia into the passenger seat.

“Enough chit-chat with him.”

He slammed the door shut and walked over to Ronald, giving him a cold stare. “Get a grip, dude. Stop acting like some love-struck puppy. You pushed her away yourself, and now you want her back? You think the world revolves around you?”

Nathan chuckled at his own words and gave Ronald a once-over with a scoff.

Ronald’s usually calm exterior cracked, and his forehead bulged with veins. Nathan didn’t care. He simply chuckled again, got into the car, and drove off with Yulia, who had buckled up and was smiling at him.

“You are such a good sport today. I’ll make sure to give you a proper reward tonight.” Nathan said with a wink.

Yulia blushed, “That’s sweet, but I was just doing what I should. No rewards necessary.”

“Can’t have that. You’re too cute not to be taken care of properly.”

Yulia muttered, “You’re just looking for an excuse to play the rogue. Besides, that’s not a valid reason. I decline the ‘reward,’ thank you.”

Nathan just smiled and didn’t respond, but Yulia felt a tremor inside. She knew that Nathan was far from as calm as he seemed and was probably scheming something.

…

After dropping Yulia at her office building, Nathan wrapped her in his arms for a deep kiss before letting go.

“Be good and wait for me to pick you up tonight.”

Both Yulia and Nathan were the talk of the town at the moment. They were well aware of the potential presence of reporters around the company. Their public display of affection was sure to stir the pot.

The news was buzzing, with mixed reactions. Some criticized Yulia for lacking principles, willing to forgive an affair for the status of Mrs. Harper. Others surmised that if the couple was this affectionate, perhaps the rumors of Nathan’s bar escapades were unfounded.

the online frenzy, Nathan and

were still speculating about the true and false of their relationship. In their eyes, those people

piled up yesterday, as well as today’s and tomorrow’s, before the end of his shift. He rested on his chair for a while, then picked up his phone and made

he straightened up from his chair and picked up a pen. “How’s the investigation I asked you to do?”

heard faintly. “Not yet…

the table, and leaned back into

not just take the opportunity

don’t know shit! Just do what I asked you to do and don’t meddle in other things.” He hung

about it, wouldn’t she make a big fuss? Besides, Ronald was so sure that it was his child. If he took Anya to do a paternity test now and it turned out not to be his, he

with Yulia that could have resulted in a child. The mystery of Anya’s parentage continued to haunt him. If he had to pinpoint it, the only time

distinctly, that woman was a virgin. And Yulia, she had been with Ronald for ages. It just didn’t

irritation, his good mood for the day was shot. After swiveling in his chair for what felt like an eternity, he finally stood up,

drove straight to Yulia’s workplace, timing it perfectly with her

she asked him, “How come you’re here so early?

Being the boss means you get to

chuckled, “Shouldn’t the boss set an example for

they need me to model clocking

Yulia chuckled.

to come and go as they please, they should hustle and become the boss

a loss for words. What he

swung by the apartment to pick up Anya before

give Damon

give them a chance to say

Yulia: “You are right.”

worry, they always have plenty of grub,

wasn’t about the food – they wouldn’t miss a meal for her.

at their place unannounced, and considering Damon’s temper, she wasn’t sure what kind of face he’d make seeing

fine though. Since he didn’t care, she guessed she’d

—

stopped

of fear that she wasn’t eating enough, kept trying

been called here and made to stay long-term. After clipping a few fresh flowers for the house, she walked in

for heaven’s sake, can you think beyond filling her up? She’s got twins in there

hasn’t eaten

took a deep breath, “Ask your wife how she feels. Can

expression, “I don’t want any more soup. I’m

“Really?”

not have

aside, he said, “Take a break. We’ll

“I get hungry fast. I’ll

quirked into a smile, “Sure, whatever

vase with the new ones she had brought. Chloe’s eyes sparkled at the sight of the vibrant flowers. With her heavy belly, she couldn’t walk much these days. She was missing the

noticing how the gesture