Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance

Chapter 232 The caller was Chester.

Even through the phone, Chester could tell that Josiah was unhappy, his true anger was subtle and hidden .

In the past few days Chester and the others noticed that Josiahs feelings toward Sienna had changed a lot. Before, it was Sienna who chased after Josiah, but now the roles had switched.

Mr.

Flynn Chester felt he had to give sadvice.

Even if youre feeling upset, please dont take it out on Sienna, Girls need a little bit of comfort Knowing Josiahs temper, Chester understood that even the smallest annoyance could trigger his anger.

Not just Sienna; any other girl wouldnt tolerate him either.

Chester hesitated.

You are clearly at a disadvantage now! How so Surprisingly, Josiah kept his irritations in check and asked for advice.

Think about it, Chester said plainly.

Mr.

Brawne just had surgery because of Sienna.

What do girls want? They want to feel loved and valued.

At this moment, you cant afford to lose any more points.

What nonsense is this? Josiah growled, frustration evident in his voice.

She is being fickle and unreasonable; she should be the one asking for my forgiveness ! After ending the call, Josiah suddenly had no appetite for breakfast.

He left Silver Bleach and headed for the hospital.

The hospital room was quirt.

Sienna had cover early to see Cedric before her work shift.

At this moment, Cedrics parents were also not around Cedric .

Sienna sath the bedside and placed the basket of fruits she had brought beside him.

How did the surgery go? Very well Cedric assured her as he raised his arm.

Dont worry, no nerves were harmed He even wiggled his fingers to show her.

Then thats a relief.

Sienna exhaled, finally feeling at ease.

She apologized, Tm so sorry for what happened last night ... leaving you behind was terrible.

Not at all Gedric smiled and shook his head.

I understand; its clear that Josiah cares a lot about you.

However, he looked a bit worried.

He didnt give you a hard tlater, did he? You didnt argue, right! No.

Sienna shook her head gently, smiling.

Please dont worry about me.

Im okay Cedric hesitated, looking down with a gende smile .

Oh, thats good to hear.

Im glad Sienna stood up.

You should rest well, III take my leave now Alright Goodbye, Cedric Goodbye, Sienna.

As Sienna turned, she let out a deep sigh and pushed open the hospital door.

Outside, Josiah stood leaning against the corridor railing, watching her quietly. Sienna felt her heart skip a beat and her brow furrow as she walked toward him.

He had followed her.

In the end, she had been caught right where he wanted her.

Coming to a stop in front of him, she lifted her chin and met his gaze directly as she took a deep breath . This is a hospital; lets talk outside, shall Very well Josiah raised an eyebrow and turned to lead the way.

As Sienna watched his back, a heavy feeling settled in her chest.

He seemed upset, and his s s unnaturally calm demeanor only made her anore anxious.

What is he planning ? Is he going to break up with me? Sienna frowned, feeling completely lost Josiahs car was parked downstairs, and once inside, there was silence between them.

The hour hadnt yet approached when hospital activities resumed, leaving the surroundings quiet.

Josiah popped a throat lozenge into his mouth.

1/2 Chapter 232 nt find peace in this life....

Finally breaking the silence, Sienna said, Cedric was hurt because of me.

If he has any lasting problems, I wont Josiah remained silent, lost in thought.

Sienna hesitated and continued.

I cto see him today, but I wont be coming back again.

Sienna, Josiah suddenly internipted her, grabbing her hand.

Surprised.

Sienna turned to look at him.

He met her gaze with a smile that showed his teeth.

Lets get married Sienna was stunned, her mind going blank.

It felt like a bolt of lightning had struck Sienna blinked, her eyelashes fluttering.

What did you just say? Didnt catch that? Josiah leaned closer until their foreheads touched.

I said, lets get married.

Sienna, let us marry, shall we? secret visit to Cedric might upset him, but she never imagined it would lead to this.

Are you sure Siennas lips parted in shock.

She thought her sec youre asking the right question? Finally regaining her composure, Sienna smiled wryly.

At this moment, shouldnt you be questioning why I went to see Cedric ? You heardright.

And I didnt misspeak Josiah held her hand tightly and compromised, You and Cedric were forced apart, you cant forget him so easily 1 accept that! Sienna was amazed.

Did he really believe this? Even more confusing was his desire to marrydespite feeling this way! She asked Josiah, is marriage just a trivial matter to you? Suddenly, she remembered their first marriage, which had felt trivial to him.

Sienna, Josiah gently raised his hand, cradling her cheek.

I want to marry you.

Lets live a good life together.

Its okay if you dont likenow, but once were married, could you maybe redirect your feelings for Cedric toward met Please, Sienna, letbe your husband TM arms and hugged her tightly.

Sienna, please dont leave! I want to be your husband and share a life with you forever! He suddenly NO opened his an Lets marry, shall we? Josiah Crushed against him, Sienna felt suffocated. A wave of fear surged within her, and she pushed against him. Please, calm down a bit.

alright? I am calm, Josiah said, loosening his embrace slightly.

What makes you think Sienna rubbed her forehead in frustration.

Gathering her thoughts, she asked, Letask you... do you love me? An instant silence surrounded Josiah .

Sienna chuckled softly as she freed herself from his arms, Marriage is an agreement made by two people who are in love, who want to share their lives together.

You cant even answer that question, yet youre eager to marry? She added, Weve already made one mistake; why repeat it? Josiah frowned, offering no reply.

Rest assured.

Ill pretend I didnt hear your earlier words and wont take them to heart.

She motioned for him to drive, saying, First, taketo the Lightning Dance; then you can go to the office Josiah suddenly grasped her wrist, his expression like a child earnestly seeking knowledge, his eyes filled with confusion. What must I do for it to be considered love for your He frowned slightly and seemed to question her while also muttering to himself.

I treat you well, giving you the best food and clothing, fulfilling your every wish; do these actions not count as love! Surely they do, dont they?