Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance Novel

Chapter 278 Sienna stood still , feeling Josiahs palm against her lower abdomen .

Am I bad to you ! What more do you want from me to stay by my side ! How could you hurt me like this ? Do you want to break up with me so badly ! How Youre carrying my child .

Would Cedric still want you ! Without waiting for Sienna to answer , Josiahs eyebrows twitched , and he chuckled softly .

Listen , he said , each word deliberate and clear .

You can only stay by my side .

You need to give birth to this child .

My child has to to come into this world safe and sound .

And only I will be their father .

After saying this , he released Sienna and headed upstairs .

Sienna froze , her mind blank .

She couldnt think straight .

Finally , the shock faded , and the reality hit her .

She thought , Josiah doesnt believe me .

No , he actually believes met even said that the child wasnt his , but he didnt even doubt me Sienna realized she had acted impulsively .

Back then , all she could think about was using this as a way to leave him .

It felt like the perfect opportunity .

But he didnt believe it .

She even felt that Yvettes provocation was well founded .

Given Josiahs attitude yesterday and the fact that he didnt come home all night , she thought he believed what she said .

But it turned out he was angry because of her careless words ..

He didnt even question her .

He simply accepted it Sienna wondered , Why ? Where does this trust come from ! When it comes to Yvette and me , shouldnt he have chosen Yvette without hesitation , like four years ago ! How ironic .

If he had trusted me back then , would we have ended up in this situation ? Sienna went to the kitchen and warmed up a glass of milk .

As she was drinking it , she heard footsteps .

It was Josiah coming downstairs .

She quickly set down her glass and rushed over .

Josiah , wait ! But it was too late .

Josiah had already walked out the door and closed it behind him .

Sienna give a bitter smile , wondering .

Did he not hear me , or was he just choosing to ignore me ? How long will he keep me trapped here ? What can I do to escape with my unborn child and joyce ? She turned back , finished the milk , and went back upstairs ..

Last night , she had been so worried that she hadnt slept well .

Now , stuck in this deadlock , Sienna lay down , trying to take things one step at a time .

and drifted off to sleep .

She was still drowsy when a knock at the door woke her up .

It was Romillys voice calling from outside .

Ms.

Shaw , are you awake ? Its time for lunch Um .

Sienna mumbled , 100 sleepy to open her eyes .

Romilly , Im so tired .

I dont want to eat .

She rolled over and tried to fall back asleep Romilly sighed and went back downstairs .

After a moment of hesitation , she called Josiah , feeling a bit embarrassed .

Mr.

Flynn , I called Ms.

Shaw , but she must be too sleepy .

She said she wouldnt eat .

I see , Josiah said before hanging up .

The next second , he called Sienna .

While waiting to get through , he grumbled inwardly .

Does she not understand her own condition ? Always talking about dieting and staying fit , yet shes so weak .

She fainted twice just from being pregnant , and she still skips meals ! Hello ? When he heard Siennas voice on the line , it was thick with sleep .

Get up .

Josiah said concisely , almost ordering her .

Get up now and go downstairs to eat .

I dont want to eat , Sienna groaned .

Tm su sleepy .

I didnt sleep well last night .

Josiah sneered inwardly .

She was scheming how to make me angry enough to let her go , which is probably why she couldnt deep .

Now that she knows the plan has failed , shes started a hunger strike .

Are you going down by yourself , or do I need to come back and feed you ? Josiah asked , clearly annoyed 18 Chapter 278 Sienna felt her sleepiness fade with his tone .

Sitting up , she said , Till eat by myself .

Im getting up now Dont try to lie to me , he said .

Romilly will tell me if youve eaten or not .

With that , he hung up .

After being scolded over the phone , Sienna set her phone down , threw on a shawl , and headed downstairs .

Romilly was getting lunch on the table in the dining room .

Ms.

Shaw , she said , youre in a special situation now .

If theres anything youd like to eat , just let me know , Romilly said with a smile , Mr.

Flynn told me that you were pregnant , Ms.

Shaw , and asked if I could switch to live in help .

Im perfectly fine with With a good salary and just two people to care for in the house , this was a rare opportunity .

Though the male owner was a bit hard to deal with , as long as Romilly took good care of his girlfriend , it would be a smooth job .

She continued , Ms.

Shaw , if you have a e any requests, please dont hesitate to tell me .

So this was it .

Josiahs thoughtfulness hadnt surprised her .

He was still as considerate as ever .

Sienna smiled , I understand .

Thank you , Romilly * Then take your time eating Romilly said .

Im going to start working on the soup for tonight .

This soup has to be simmered slowly over low heat Romillys soup was truly delicious .

Lately , Sienna hadnt had much of an appetite , relying on Romillys soup for most of her nutrition .

As Sienna sipped her soup , James walked in .

Ms.

Shaw he said .

* Is something the matter ? * Sienna asked , confused .

James nodded .

Yeah , Mr.

Flynn asked you to go to the TV station this afternoon , and he wants me to go with you .

He was willing to let her go out but insisted that James follow her .

Sienna couldnt help but chuckle to herself .

Is he worried about my well being .

or is he concerned about what I might do with Cedric Did he trust me or not ! This odd sense of trust … It feels like his kindness is always a bit off .

It never brings me true happiness all the artists were present , At the TV station , it was Siennas groups turn to rehearse today .

With the show set to start recording next week , all th Sienna changed into her practice clothes and entered the practice room .

She scanned the area , her gaze landing on Yvette and Chelsea without any reaction .

She stood in the front row and clapped her hands lightly .

Please , M.

Lawrence , play the music .

Everyone , lets get started .

As the music filled the room , Sienna stretched out her arms .

She didnt dance but kept the beat and gave movement cues to the artists Sienna .

After the rehearsal , Yvette walked over with a smile on her face and a concerned tone .

Are you alright ! Sienna raised an eyebrow .

What m makes you think Im not ? Yvette thought to herself , Humph .

After what happened, how could she be alright ? Shes just putting up a strong front She pointed to Chelsea not far away and sneered , As far as I know , Josiah was with Chelsea last night .

What do you think they were doing for hours ? Sienna fell silent , realizing Yvette was trying to stir up trouble again .

She smiled and asked , Youre asking the wrong person .

If you want to maybe you should just ask Chelsea Suddenly , an idea struck her , and she added , Are you jealous of Chelse Yvette , failing to sow discord , was instead put on the spot .

She became enraged .

What nonsense are you talking about ! Suddenly , the door to the practice room burst open , and James hurried in .

He rushed over to Sienna , his face filled with worry .

Ms.

Shaw , we have a problem .

Mr.

Flynn had an accident