Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance

Chapter 221 Sienna thought to herself that Joyce was definitely more important.

But she couldnt say this out loud.

Where are you? Sienna pressed her lips, trying to calm him down.

Can we meet and talk, please? Where am P Josiah let out a self deprecating laugh, answering her question with sarcasm.

What do you think? They had agreed that he would pick her up from the Lightning Dance.

I see.

Sienna replied, frowning.

Ill cover right away; please wait for me, okay? On the other end, Josiah didnt reply.

Once the call ended, Sienna hurried to the Lightning Dance.

When she arrived, she quickly spotted Josiahs car.

Sienna rushed over, pulled on the passenger door, which was unlocked, and slid into the seat.

The wannth of the car surrounded her, and she took a moment to steady her breathing, thinking about how to handle the evening ahead.

Speak, Josiah suddenly turned to her, his gaze intense as he asked, Where have you been? What was so important? Sienna struggled to find the right words.

I had something urgent cup.

What is that? Josiah frowned, his eyes darkening with anger.

Is that all your explanation? Sienna hesitated, trying to give a vague reason.

It was about my roommate ; she needed my help with something This is your excuse ? Josiahs confusion quickly turned to shock.

Sienna, I waited for you all night, and you canceled onissue ?! onfor s sroommate Yes Sienna frowned, looking down.

It was indeed her fault for standing him up tonight.

But she couldnt let things get worse between them Josiah, she said sincerely.

Im sorry for not being there.

It was wrong of... I wanted to- So, what was it really about? Josiah interrupted sharply.

What could possibly he so important that you would ditch our date and ignore my calls? Sienna looked away, unable to meet his stare.

Im sorry; its not convenient forto explain.

Josiah felt a surge of anger rising within him as he suddenly grasped her shoulders, Our date fell apart, and you cant even givea straight answer? Do you have any idea what I went through over the past few hours? He felt torn between worrying about her safety and feeling frustrated with her dismissive attitude toward their plans He had suffered emotionally for her sake.

And now, he couldnt even get a clear explanation.

Sienna, I am your boyfriend! Dont you care aboutat all? Dont you think about my feelings? His disappointment and frustration were clear.

Yet all Sienna could say was, Im sorry; it was my fault.

Josiah didnt w want an apology.

To him, her words felt insincere A cold smile appeared on Josiahs face as a sense of hopelessness washed over him.

Do what you want.

He let go of her, gripping the steering wheel tight as he started the car.

As they drove off, he asked, Are you still coming with me? Sienna quickly nodded.

Of course.

Looking at Josiahs serious face, the realized he was really angry.

During the ride home, Josiah stayed silent, as if she didnt exist.

When they arrived at Silver Beach, he went straight upstairs.

Sienna let out a tired sigh and followed him.

As the went up, she noticed he didnt go to the master bedroom but headed to the study.

Reluctantly, she followed and knocked on the door.

Josiah ? There was no answer.

Josiah, she knocked again.

I was wrong tonight; please open the door and dont shut yourself away in there, okay? Still, there was no response.

Josiah ? Inside, Josiah frowned as he stood by the liquor cabinet.

He uncorked a bottle of whiskey and searched through the lowest drawer for a pack of cigarettes, taking one out to light up He thought, She didnt care about me, so why should I stop drinking and smoking for her? What did it matterf 1/2 9:38 PM d Chapter 221 Suddenly.

Josiah paused.

He thought he had misheard, but outside, there was complete silence.

He pondered.

She just left after such a short time? Did she have so little patience for me? Sienna Josiahs breathing grew heavy as he loosened his tie and tossed it aside, raising the bottle to his lips and taking a long drink.

After what felt like ages, the room stayed quiet.

Josiah slumped on the sofa, his head pounding .

He scoffed, thinking of her ingratitude .

What is Sienna doing? She couldnt have fallen asleep already, could she ? A thankless little vixen ! Ive been so good to her cant she show just a little bit of gratitude! Suddenly, he heard a noise outside.

It sounded like a key turning in the lock, more than once.

Finally, with a click, the door swung open.

This is it! Sienna whispered as she pushed the door open.

Before she even stepped in the strong smell of alcohol and smoke hit her hard.

She asked.

What are you doing? Sienna rushed inside and saw the alcohol bottles on the table and the ashtray filled with cigarette butts.

She wondered.

How much did he drink in such a short t! And why has he gone back to smoking and drinking? What a bad smell Frowning.

Sienna opened the curtains, and flung the window wide for fresh air.

Turning back, she saw Josiah still surrounded by smoke.

Feeling frustrated, she walked over to him, grabbed the cigarette from his hand, and put it out in the ashtray.

Josiah frowned in annoyance but didnt say anything.

Meeting his eyes, Sienna pressed on.

Are you planning to live on cigarettes and alcohol! Dont you care about your health? Josial found her concern amusing Oh, whats this? Youre worried about! Yes, Sienna replied firmly. Josiah laughed, letting out a big puff of smoke.

How funny when did you start caring about! You dont even think I exist.

T- Suddenly.

Josiah wrapped his arm around her waist, pulling her onto his lap and looking up at her. Sienna, tell me, do you like me? Do you likeor not? Sienna was caught off guard.

She thought.

How am I supposed to answer ! What does he want to hear? She could tell he hoped for her to say yes, yet her lips felt sealed.

Tell me, okay! His hand caressed her waist gently, but he y, but he sensed ther body stiffening under his touch and E her eyes turning away. Josiahs heart sank.

I get it now you dont like me.

The realization hit him hard.

He sighed.

From the very start, I pushed this on you; you never wanted to be with.

It was all my force Suddenly, he let her go Leave; I wont force you anymore.