Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance Novel

Chapter 268 Sienna turned her head in confusion , only to find Chelsea smiling at her .

The hostility in her expression was no less intense than when she was staring down Yvette earlier .

Sienna frowned , puzzled .

What do you mean ? Dont you know ? Chelsea tilted her chin slightly , pointing toward the door .

Your boyfriend was here , but he didnt even spare you a glance .

Funny , Dont it ? She let out a laugh , her gaze sweeping over Sienna .

When I left Jeiacrity , I thought Josiah would never give up on Yvette , but then I came back and heard he got a girlfriend .

And its you .

Chelseas voice dripped with mockery .

Youre certainly beautiful , but what a pity youve still lost to Yvette .

Josiah doesnt care about Sienna pieced together the backstory .

It seemed Chelsea was an old acquaintance of josialis , someone who had known him for years .

figured Chelsea must have left the country before the Flynn family adopted her , which explained why she didnt recognize her .

you at all .

Sienna Chelsea smiled as she leaned in slightly .

Since Josiah doesnt truly care about you , I guess I wont need to hold back .

With that , she flicked her hair over her shoulder and strode out of the room .

Sienna let out a surprised chuckle , thinking , So.

Chelsea likes Josiah , huh ? Well , Mr.

Flynn certainly has no shortage of admirers Stepping out of the rehearsal room , Josial stared at Yvette .

Besides your face , are you hurt anywhere else ? Can you walk on your own ! Yvette scoffed , brushing him off .

Do you really care where Im hurt ? Yvette Josiah frowned , hesitating for a long moment before saying , I call Howard and ask him to pick you No need Yvette snapped , gripping his arm tightly .

Why would I need him Hes just like you neither of you actually care about me ? Josiah sighed , his tone filled with helplessness .

Dont say that .

Howard only wants whats best for you Yvette laughed bitterly , her tears spilling as she chuckled .

Really ? He lied to me , and now you too .

Is it because youve been a privileged young master for so long that youve forgotten that , just like me , you once lived in the dirt and used to be the most insignificant and lowly kind of person at your core ? Yvette spun around abruptly .

Dont follow me .

I dont need your fake concern ! Yvette Josiah called after her , completely at a loss .

Mr.

Flynn … Janet looked unsure of what to do and asked timidly .

What should I do? Follow her .

Josiah instructed with a frown , Ill call Mr.

Howard Flynn .

Just keep an eye on her and dont let her wander off Janet said , Understood .

Mr.

Flynn Josiah picked up his phone and called Howard , Its me .

Yeah , okay , got it Hanging up , Josiah exhaled deeply , relieved to have that sorted .

Then , a sudden thought hit him like a jolt Siennal Without wasting a second , he strode quickly back toward the rehearsal room .

However , when he got there , the room was completely quiet .

Sienna was nowhere to be found .

The only person inside was a janitor , mopping the floor .

Dont come in ! The floors wet the janitor shouted .

ty and fear crept in His heart Josiah frowned , turned , and quickly stepped out .

Pulling out his phone , he called Sienna .

An unsettling mix of anxiety pounded as he wondered , Would she be upset enough to ignore me ? To his relief , Sienna picked up .

Hello ? Sienna Josiah sounded relieved .

Where are you ! Sienna said , Im in the dressing room .

come to you , Josiah said .

Sienna held her phone , a bit puzzled .

She thought , Hasnt left with Yvette ? She locked her closet and stepped out of the dressing room .

1/2 & c Chapter 268 The moment she opened the door , she saw Josiah standing right there , slightly out of breath , clearly having run over .

Sienna Josiah took a couple of steps closer , gently taking her hand .

His g gaze softened as he looked down at her , his tone cautious .

Are you upset ? Sienna didnt answer .

She simply slipped her hand out of his .

Lets go .

This isnt the place to talk .

Okay Josiah nodded without protest .

This wasnt the right place for a conversation anyway .

Once they exited the studio and got into the car , Sienna leaned back and closed her eyes , her body language making it clear she wasnt in the mood to talk .

Josiah felt a sharp pang in his chest .

There was no doubt she was angry .

Sienna Josiah leaned closer , brushing her hair aside and tucking it behind her car .

Her delicate carlobe , adorned with a small pearl earring .

glinted softly in the light , perfectly accentuating her refined elegance .

He gazed at her frown , his voice low and coaxing .

Dont be upset , okay ? I couldnt just ignore her back there Sienna suddenly opened her eyes , staring straight into his .

Josial , have you ever thought about when well break up ? Josiah froze , his expression flickering for a moment before his face darkened .

Then he said in an unpleasant voice , Is your memory failing ? When we reconciled , you promised not to bring up breaking up easily ! 1 remember it .

Sienna nodded , letting out a soft laugh , tinged with helplessness and irony .

Tm not bringing up breaking up .

Im just asking about your plan .

Josial stared at her with a mixture of pain and frustration in his chest .

Tve never thought about breaking up .

Marriage had been on his mind breaking up was the last thing he wanted .

Sienna .

His heart clenched in sudden panic .

He opened his arms and pulled her into a tight embrace .

Didnt Howard already tell you ? My feelings for Yvelle are just out of gratitude .

Just gratitude ? Sienna raised her hand , her finger pressing lightly against his chest before stopping over his heart .

Maybe you and Howard are both wrong .

What if your feelings for her go beyond gratitude ? .

Josiah said .

Stop , Sienna Its possible Sienna ignored his protest , smiling .

Didnt Howard fall for Yvette in the same way at first ? Josiah let out a sneer , his frustration spilling over .

Sounds right , but its utter nonsense .

Im not Howard ? He clasped her hand tightly , intertwining their fingers .

Jealous , arent you just admit it .

And honestly , I kind of like it when youre jealous .

He thought that her jealousy meant she cared about him .

Sienna also smiled with her eyes fixed steadily on his face .

Do you find it entertaining to fool me ? What do you mean ? Josiah froze , clearly not catching on right away .

Sienna kept her smile , though it carried a hint of sarcasm .

Youre always talking about love and marriage .

Is teasing me fun for you ? Im not some naive little girl whod actually believe it In an instant , Josiahs expression darkened .

Youve never taken my words seriously , have y * you ? Sienna nodded calmly .

Yeah , because its all fake , Trit it ah ! Josiah suddenly grasped her wrist , his grip firm enough to sting .

Sienna winced and shot him a glare , but Josiah , though trying to restrain himself .

seemed caught between anger and amusement .

Do you think all that love and care I show you is fake ? Love and care ? Stemmas lips curled into a cold smile .

No longer in the mood to circle around the topic , she said bluntly .

I met Mr.

Miller today Shor E like wi asked