Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance Novel

Chapter 296 Across the street .

Josiah sat in his car , his eyes wide in disbelief .

Sienna held Joyce , and they both wore matching Minnie Mouse hairpins .

Josiahs breath caught in his throat as he gripped the steering wheel tightly .

Sienna and Joyce moved further away , making Josiah quietly get out of his car and follow them .

As he p got closer , he could hear their conversation .

Lets go home now .

Mommy , strawberry milkshake is so delicious ! Its sweet .

Just like you .

Their voices were soft , like a gentle exchange between mom and daughter .

But every word hit Josiah hard .

They were blissfully unaware of his presence as they walked into the building .

Josiah stopped .

His mind raced His heart felt like it was about to explode .

Josiah took a cigarette from his pocket , lit it , and inhaled deeply , exhaling a thick cloud of smoke through his nostrils .

Thes blurred the complex emotions on his handsome face .

e sharp smell of nicotine This was why Sienna had not been on the list of those who bought the Minnie Mouse clips .

She had the very one he had bought for Joyce .

Sienna is Joyces mom ! y and he had helped her get it .

When he Suddenly , Josiah remembered how Sienna had stood in line at Tee Mall all night to buy a Minnie Mouse toy had met Joyce at Fliraty Airport , she was holding an identical Minnie toy .

Sienna had come to Fliraty with Lightning Dance for a performance .

It was around that same time that Joyce was in Fliraty .

Joyce even told him that she could be with her mom now .

A silent understanding dawned on him .

Everything had been connected all along Josiah tightened his grip on the cigarette , picked up his phone , and called Zach Go check the hospital ..

After hanging up .

Josiah fell silent , smoking one cigarette after another until he stubbed out the last one in the overflowing ashtray above the сап .

trash His heart was in turmoil ; he needed the calming effect of nicotine to steady himself .

Next , he dialed Siennas number .

It connected .

Thankfully , Sienna had not blocked him .

Its me .

Siennas brow furrowed slightly as she held her phone .

I know , what do you want ? Josiah said , Im downstairs .

Please come down , I got something to say Cant t you say it over the phone ? Expecting her response , Josiah remained calm .

Will you come down , or should I come up ? Is it okay for me to come up ? Of course , it wouldnt be .

Sienna glanced at Joyce and reluctantly agreed .

Fine .

Ill come down Great , Ill wait for you .

After hanging up .

Josiah leaned against the car door , tempted to smoke again .

He opened the car door to grab a cigarette but thought twice , remembering he would be seeing Sienna .

Sienna disliked his smoking .

Plus , Joyce was 56 young and fragile .

She couldnt be harmed by his smoke , Josh felt a wave of regret for having smoked so much earlier , He grabbed a piece of gum , threw three into his mouth , and chewed mechanically .

The sweet flavor spread over his tongue , making him wonder if it would cover up the smell of smoke .

Minutes later , Sienna appeared .

Josiah straightened up and walked towards her , his gaze intense .

Sienna frowned and avoided his eyes .

Just speak .

Josiah replied gently , This isnt the right place .

Lets find somewhere warm and sit down to talk .

Sienna looked confused .

But his expression was firm .

Unable to resist , she nodded Alright .

This area wasnt too busy , Sienna led Josiah to the dessert shop she and Joyce had just visited .

They sat across from each other , Josiah asked , What would you like No , thanks Sienna was hardly here to drink .

1/2 Chapter 296 Jonah said .

Then lets have two strawberry milkshakes He stood up to onder at the counter As she watched him walk away , Sienna felt confused .

Before she co himself and the other in front of Sienna .

Sienna frowned .

Thank you .

What do you want to say ? Can you tell me ink about it , Josiali returned , holding the drinks and setting However , Josiah didnt seem to be in a rush , holding his milkshake and taking a big sip Hmm , so sweet , incredibly sweet Sienna suffered his choice of words reminded her of what Joyce had said earlier , Josiah held the cup , gently turning it as a half smile appeared on his lips kwa lule gul named Joyce , she loves strawberry milkshakes and Minnie Mouse .

To make sure Stemma understood , he clarified .

Shes a female character , a mouse with a red bow .

Joyce has a Minnie Mouse toy thats exactly her size , plus a pair of Minnie Mouse hair clips As he spoke , Sienna silently clenched her hands , focusing on his lips .

Her heart raced , She thought .

He must know everything now ! Where did I go wrong ? Why did he show ups unexpectedly Josiahs umle faded a bit as he looked at Sienna .

He slowly but firmly said , Isnt it a coincidence ? I just saw her together with her mom Sienna froze , surprised that he had seen them Sienna Josiah cat up straighter , leaning forward .

His piercing gaze felt like it was looking right through her .

Tsaw your with Joyce , she called you mom Joyer w your child At last , everything was out in the open .

Siennas heart tightened , and she smiled as the nodded .

Since you saw everything … yes , Joyce is my Lighter After Sienna admitted thust joyer was hier daughter , Josialis expression grew serious as he reached for Siennas hand .

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