Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance

Chapter 265 Yvette.

The bodyguard was struggling to hold back, but there Howard was, leaning on his cane, with Josiah right behind him.

Howard was here, just as the private detective had confirmed.

Yvette smirked, thinking, Everything the detective has uncovered is true ! And Josiah is here! They really are close, huh? That meant Josiah was in on the deception too.

Perfect She nodded, her expression tightening.

Lets go inside Her eyes narrowed, and she muttered under her breath, I want to see what kind of woman could catch Howards eye, If shes truly his hidden treasure, she must be extraordinary Yvette ! Howard suddenly grabbed her wrist, his dark eyes locked onto hers as his voice dropped to a serious tone.

You can go in, but theres no woman in there.

Oh? Wette raised an eyebrow, clearly unconvinced.

Yes! Josiah added, backing Howard up.

Howard is just... Shut up! Yvette snapped, cutting him off.

I know youre with your brothert I dont believe either of your she jerked her arm free of Howards grip pushing open the door and stepping inside.

Where is she? Co Cout ! Yvette stood in the middle of the living room, scanning her surroundings with a sharp gaze..

There was only eerie silence around her.

It was so quiet that it felt unnervingly empty like nobody lived here at all.

No, this cant be true Yvette couldnt believe it and quickly dashed up to the second floor.

Howard Josiah glanced at Howard before following Yvette up the stairs.

Yvette stormed into the master bedroom, yanking open the door to the walk in closet, only to find it completely bare.

She started opening the doors to other rooms one by one, but every room was the same, empty and untouched This doesnt make sense.

Yvettes face drained of color as she muttered in disbelief, shaking her head.

wrong! Josiah had been following closely behind her.

Where is she? Yvene suddenly turned to him, her eyes blazing with accusation.

There are clearly signs that someones been living here.

Where have you hidden her? The rooms had obviously been tidied up too quickly.

Yvette guessed that the woman and any of her personal things had been hidden away somewhere.

Josiah frowned deeply.

Yvette, youre being too paranoid.

Theres no one here.

Yvette gasped in frustration, frowning with pain.

Josiah, after all these years of knowing each other, do I not deserve a truth from you? Is your loyalty only to your brother? Are you going to help him deceive me? Josiah said, Yvette.

Say something? Yvettes eyes were red with tears streaming down her face as her voice cracked Please, just tellthe truth! y step.

He grabbed her hand gently.

What do you want Josiah to say? Youve seen it Yvette ... Howard arrived, leaning heavily on his cane cane with every yourself.

Just stop causing a scene .

Causing a scene? Yvette said with tears in her eyes, I cant believe you said that.

Her gaze hardened as she locked eyes with Howard.

You always have one step ahead of me, dont you? You must be glad that I failed to find her.

She knew, after t tonight, Howard would be even more careful.

Im not stupid! You know exactly what youve done to me.

She pulled her hand away ay from Howard, turned, and headed downstairs.

Howard followed her, calling out, Letat least drive you home.

No need.

Yvette didnt even look back, taking a deep breath.

I dont want to see you or your dear brother.

She threw the words over her shoulder and stormed down the stairs.

Howard and Josiah stood frozen, as though her words had cemented them in place.

Howard muttered, frowning as he called out to his trusted aide Hervey .

Have someone follow her and make sure she gets hsafely.

Hervey said, Dont worry, Mr.

Howard Flynn.

Ill take care of it 190 Chapter 265 It had been forty minutes past the scheduled time, and Yvette still hadnt shown up in the studio.

The artists k back their complaints.

Is she consing or th Shes popular, sure, but we all have work to do.

Are we seriously waiting around for just her? Keep it down.

Dont say anything.

Why cant I say it? Is it okay to be late ? Maybe we should have Ms.

Lawrence call her again.

kept checking the clock, unable to hold Shannon was also starting to feel the pressure.

After all, Yvette had promised to arrive on time, Gritting her teeth, she called her again.

The phone rang for a while before it went through.

Yvette, are you stuck in traffic or something! Im not coming Yvettes cold voice cthrough the phone, sharp and dismissive.

She hung up before Shannon could say anything more.

Hello! Shannon stood there, stunned.

She thought, What Is she serious? And she didnt even explain ! How am I supposed to explain this to everyone! However, Yvette was someone she couldnt afford to upset.

Reluctantly, she walked into the rehearsal room, forcing a smile.

Sorry guys, Yvettes schedule couldnt be rearranged, so todays rehearsal is canceled.

As soon as the words were out, complaints and murmurs filled the room.

She couldve told us earlier.

Why make everyone wait so long? Does she think her tis more valuable than ours? Shannon kept apologizing.

Sorry, everyone, Im so sorry She turned to Sienna, her tone genuinely regretful.

Ms.

Shaw, I didnt mean to waste your tIts fine Sienna smiled calmly, appearing much more composed compared to those artists.

Even if Yvette hadnt been late, she wouldve been done around the stanyway.

It didnt affect her much.

Tm leaving then Shannon said.

Take care.

Ms.

Shaw As Sienna changed in the dressing room, she couldnt help but wonder, What was going on? Yvette had promised to come.

Why didnt she show up Her phone buzzed with an unread message.

It was from Josiah five minutes ago.

Im here, by the front gate ] Once the changed, she headed out, spotting Josiah by the car from a distance.

Are y you tired? Josiah took her bag from her as she approached.

I didnt do anything tonight Sienna shook her head and looked up at him, her gaze assessing .

Yvette didnt show up.

She made everyone wait.

Do you know what happened? What ? Josiah tilted his head with a smirk tugging at the cornek at of his lips How ng Would I know? Seeing Siennas doubtful expression, he couldnt help but grin. Are you testing me? I really dont know.

If youre curious, I could ask Howard.

He pulled out his phone, ready to make the call No need ! Sienna grabbed his arm.

She couldnt bring herself to disturb Howard so late over something like this Are you sure? Josiali raised an reyous eyebrow, his eyes glanting with teasing amusement.

Tin afraid you dont trustand might get jealous over something ridiculous Shut up! Sienna shot him an exasperated glare before bending down to get into the car. Josiah watched her slender figure as she climbed to the car, his smile fading as he stood frozen for a moment.

He thought, Sorry, Sienna ... Please forgivefor not telling you the full truth .

Its about Howard, and then theres Rosie..

By the way... As Sienna settled into the car, she remembered something and turned to Josiah .

Did you you find out who ow that phone number? Josiah gave a short nod, his long fingers tapping lightly on the steering wheel.

He said, Sorry, Sienna.

I found out..