Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance

Chapter 298 Siennas back stiffened as she turned around.

Clever.

Josiah frowned.

With a faint smile, Sienna said coldly, Yet, I have not decrived you; I have long long since told you that I at I dont like you, From the beginning, Josiah insisted on being with her, even after she had made it clear to both him and Miranda that she didnt want that.

Sienna let out a cold laugh.

Are you here to blme? Sienna Josiahs expression changed.

That was not my intention! He furrowed his brow deeper, his voice low and heavy.

I know about your ectopic pregnancy ... Siennas connection with him had always been for Joyces sake.

And Josiah had known for a long tthat Joyce su suffered from aplastic anemia.

Now, it hit him.

Sienna only wanted another child with him to help save Joyce.

So, it was impossible for Sienna to get an abortion.

Thats why Josiah had asked Zach to look into it.

He realized he had completely misjudged Sienna and stared at her in confusion.

Why didnt you say this before? She was supposed to want to keep him for Joyces sake.

Sienna let out a deep breath, her smile sad .

Youve done your research; did you miss the detail! After ectopic surgery, conceiving within six months is not recommended.

This wasnt just about the risks to her health .

The short tfralso increased the chances of another ectopic pregnancy, along with potential issues with fetal development and miscarriage Josiah finally understood.

All along.

Siennas motives were purely for Joyce.

She never wanted to waste her twith him over these past six months.

Sienna feh nothing for him.

A trace of mockery flickered in her eyes.

Josiah realized he had no right to ask for Siennas feelings, considering the way he had treated her.

He finally realized why the once devoted Sienna had remained emotionally distant from him, despite his attempts.

Is everything clear now? Then I shall take my leave.

Sienna walked inside.

Sienna ! Josiah called, rushing to catch up and pulling her into an embrace from behind, his arms wrapping around her waist.

What are you doing? Josiah buried his face in her neck, his voice low and tender, full of regret.

Im so sorry.

I know saying sorry means little, but truly, Sienna, I am so sorry... Even though an apology couldnt change anything, he still wanted to apologize.

Sienna closed her eyes, feeling Josiah tremble in his embrace as if he really felt remorse.

Hmm.

After a long pause, Sienna replied softly, saying nothing more.

She gently pushed Josiah away and left.

Josiah stood there, lost as he stared at her silhouette until she disappeared from view.

A wave of panic washed over him.

Josiah rushed back to his car, in search of cigarettes.

Then, on a whim, he found a pack of gum, tearing off a piece and popping it in his mouth, followed by another , and another... He stuffed an entire pack of gum into his mouth.

Josiah puffed his cheeks, his eyes filled with tears.

Though it tasted sweet, he felt so bitter.

He thought, Sienna, Im sorry... Joyce, Im sorry... Late at night, Josiah stepped out of the bathroom, turned on the TV, and found a documentary about pregnancy and childbirth.

From the moment a woman becomes pregnant, her body goes through many changes ... The room was dimly lit by the flickering screen, casting a soft glow on Josiahs face.

He watched intently, murmuring, So, pregnancy is this painful..

The pregnant women in the documentary, even with their husbands and families beside them, seemed to be facing a life or death situation.

He raised his hand to cover his eyes and thought, And what about Sienna back then? She was only twenty ! How did she endure those long ten months alone in Fliraty ... and then manage to raise Joyce all by herself for three years! She gave birth to Joyce when she was still barely an adult herself!! It was hard to believe that a fragile girl with an even smaller, frail child.

The true loss of Siennas love couldnt be blamed on those four years, but 1/2 12:01 PM Chapter 298 rather on Josiahs own cruel determination.

Josiah suddenly grabbed the glass from the table, and threw it violently to the floor .

Instantly, the glass shattered into countless pieces, Josiah closed his eyes, overwhelmed with pain He realized Sienna would never forgive him.

Meanwhile, Joyce had long since fallen asleep, while Sienna lay awake, unable to sleep .

Her hands were tightly clasped over her heart.

Looking on the brighter side, she no longer had to pretend before Josiah From Josiahs actions, it was clear that he wouldnt stay inactive about Joyces situation.

However, deeper problems were still to come.

Joyce was Josiahs daughter, and once that connection was made, their bond would be hard to break.

With her eyes shut, she remembered that year when she cradled joyce and was thrown out of the hospital.

She had no money, was starving, and didnt have milk; she was forced to steal.

To her, Josiah was not worthy of forgiveness forever.

The next afternoon, Sienna returned from the park with Joyee, and m with Joyee, and m around the stas yesterday, she got a message from Josiah. [ Im waiting for you downstairs.

] Sienna put her phone away, put on her jacket, and stepped outside.

Sienna, over here.

Josiah waved to her by the car door.

With no other choice.

they headed back to the sdessert shop as before.

What can I get you Lemon tex Okay.

Compared to yesterday, Sienna seemed calmer, Josiah returned with their drinks.

Heres your lemon tea.

Thank you Sienna took it and sipped twice.

There were topics that didnt need explaining between them.

At that moment, their ability to sit peacefully together was solely m because of their shared concern for Joyce Sienna. Josiahs eyes focused on her, his voice low and gentle.

Im in touch with doctors about Joyce move , trying to find a more experienced and reliable physician for her His words brought tears to Siennas eyes . Joyce was her vulnerability.

Josiah took her hand.

Aplastic anemia isnt always a dead end; there are cases of complete recovery : Joyce will surely be fine.

What I failed to give her at birth, I promise to make up for .