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 blame me ? 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 time that 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 time frame also 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 time with 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 .noveldrama

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 Joyce , and around the same time as 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 same dessert 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 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 , 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 .