Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance Novel

Chapter 382 Josiah ! If you dont say anything .

Im coming in After receiving no response for so long .

Howard anxiously pushed the door open to enter The bathroom door swung open , and Josiah stood , dripping wet from the top , with water still dripping from his hair .

That wasnt all , Josiahs face was as pale as paper and seemed completely out of mind , moving like a ghost Howard thought , Whats going on He wasnt sure what had happened , but he had learned from the nurse that Sienna had visited Howard thought , It must have something to do whl Sienna .

Seeing Josial like this , hard they gotten into another argument ? And a serious one ! Howard let out an almost inaudible sigh .

Josiah He wanted to comfort Josiah , but he wasnt good with words .

Josiah forced a smile that looked more like he was about to cry .

Howard , youre here ? Yeah .

Howard nodded , full of concern for Josiah Your clothes are soaked ; go change into something dry .

We have treatment later Sure , Howard , Josiahs smile grew wider , but it was even more heartbreaking .

Howard couldnt bear to look and instructed the caregiver , Support Mr.

Flynn Yes the caregiver replied .

As Josiah went to change .

Howard turned around , picked up his phone , and called Yvette Josiah has been found Howards intent was to keep it from Yvette , hoping Sienna and Josiah could spend more time together .

But now , things had soured between them Maybe having someone else around Josiah would help .

After the call , Josiah changed his clothes and came out .

The caregiver helped him lie down on the hospital bed .

A nurse came over to administer treatment and noticed his hand was bleeding .

Mr.

Flynns hand needs bandaging Howard hadnt noticed until the nurse mentioned it .

He leaned closer and saw Josiahs hands covered in cuts and bruises , likely from smashing things earlier .

Thank you .

Howard replied .

Its my duty , the nurse said as she fetched supplies .

She cleaned Josiahs wound , applied medication , and bandaged it .

Howard looked at Josiah , unsure how to to comfort him .

Mi Matters of the heart werent Howards forte .

Josiah ! The door opened as Yvette was wheeled in by a caregiver .

Whats happening ? Youre here , Josiah said with a smile , shaking his head .

Its nothing just a minor injury Yvette and Howard exchanged a look , not believing him .

Theyve known each other since childhood surely they could see through him .

Josiahs injuries werent just on the surface ; the deeper wound was in his heart .

After the earlier commotion , Josiahs lever rose again .

The doctor came in for a check up and prescribed more medication .

He reprimanded , How could you let him get soaked ! He already has pneumonia ; thats a serious mistake .

Howard instructed the caregiver , From now on , keep a close watch on Mr.

Flynn .

If you cant handle it alone , Ill find someone to assist you .

Yes .

Mr.

Flynn , the caregiver replied A high gh fever troubled Josiahs heart , making him drift in and out of consciousness .

Once out of the hospital room , Yvette , filled with questions , immediately asked Howard , Was it Sienna ! Howard remained silent and replied , I dont know Yvette sneered , understanding the situation .

You deliberately withheld the news , didnt you ? Just to let Sienna hurt Josiah ! Howard wanted to defend himself but couldnt find the right words .

I didnt know it would end up like this .

Howard ! Yvette shook her head in anger .

How many times have I told you that Sienna bat sincere with Josiah , but you never believed .

Howard remained silent , with nothing to refute Go ahead and take care of your things Yvette calmed down , I stay here with Josiah Chapter 382 Howard hesitated and asked , How about you ! Yvette shook her head Tos okay .

My leg wont get better quickly , but its not life threatening Can you bear to leave Josiah alone like this ? Howard didnt say much more .

Call me if something happens Will do Vente said .

Illness hit hard .

Compared to a couple of days ago , below 100 F.

He was out of it most of the time condition was more severe this time .

He had a high fever for two days , never going andwas rarely alert .

Wette sat in a wheelchair by the bed , keeping watch over bin .

Josiahs face was bright red with fever , his lips w were chapped , and he was soaked with sweat , even his hair way we Yvette held a towel to wipe his sweat and used an ice pack on him , replacing it often .

Josiah , please get better soon That day .

Sienna didnt have any filming in the morning .

She planned to go to the hospital with Conner .

The purpose was to have Conner checked .

by the doctor , and Dr.

Nelson had set up a series of tests for him The tests look fine Dr.

Nelson said after reviewing the report and asking Conner more about his condition .

Mr.

Fischer , you had surgery three months ago Conner nodded honestly .

Yes .

It was because of injuries from a car crash that affected my liver .

However , since it was accident related there werent any lasting issues after the surgery .

I sec .

Dr.

Nebon nodded , According to the report , youve been recovering well.But …… He glanced at Sienna .

If youre planning for a bone marrow transplant , youll need to wait another three months .

Bone marrow transplants have strict requirements for the donor .

Wait even more ! Conner was the first to question , Cant it be any faster , Dr.

Nelson ? Im fine .

The doctor chuckled .

Whether theres a problem or not isnt for you to decide .

It requires a professional medical judgment Firstly , the doctor explained , Mr.

Fischer , youve just had a major surgery , and its too soon for another operation .

Your liver needs time to recover , rushing into surgery could cause organ failure Secondly , an immediate operation isnt an option .

You need high protein therapy first .

Meanwhile , you should engage in some p physical exercise and receive psychological support to reduce surgical risks But … Conner still thought it was too slow Sienna frowned slightly .

Didnt you understand what the doctor said ? Besides , three months was much better than the endless wait they had before .

She couldnt ignore Conners health just for Joyces sake .

Dr.

Nelson , Ill follow your advice .

You handle the arrangements , Sienna said .

Alright , Dr.

Nelson nodded.

Tll prescribe some medicine for you .

Remember to take it daily , and Ill refer you to a counselor , so make sure to go on time .

He handed him a booklet .

This is an exercise guide .

Take it home and follow it.

Okay Conner accepted it seriously Dr.

Nelson turned to Sienna .

Til begin scheduling the surgery date , but youll still need to wait for an available slot .

As soon as the date is set .

I inform you immediately .

Hearing this , Siennas voice caught , tears almost coming out .

Okay Thank you , Dr.

Nelson Youre welcome .

Dr.

Nebon smiled .

After they left the doctors office , Conner went to the pharmacy to get the medicine .

Sienna , wait here for me Okay Sienna stood in place .

Suddenly , there was a commotion in the lobby , turning the already crowded place into a noisy chaos .

Quick ! Stop hert Dont let her get away ! Sienna had no idea what was happening when a woman ran straight into her .

Chapter 383 Chapter 383 Instinctively .

Sama raised her hamils to help her .

However , the force was too great , and they both fell to the floor , with Sienna unintentionally becoming her cushion , hitting the ground hand Im sorry The woman clumsily scrambled to her feet , trying to apologize , but before Sienna could say anything .

Conner came back Like picking up a small animal , Conner grabbed the woman nxiconly looked at Sienna .

Sienna , are you okay ? Tintine Sienna shook her head , stood up , and noticed her palms were scraped and sing with tiny beads of blood appearing 4 Connet instantly became furious , glaring at the woman Cant you watch where youre going ! You just walked right into her .

He thought , has a condition and cant afford to get hun Ah ! The woman raised her arms to protect her head , trembling with feat .

Tim sorry Apologize is useless .

If Siemmas … Commer salil Forget h Sie Sienna shook her head at Conner , seeing the woman shivering , I just a small injury In the crowd , a large number of people rushed forward .

The woman suddenly strugded .

Let me go Think you can just walk away after hunting someone Conner refused to let go .

Sienna frowned those people must be after this woman.

Conner , let her go .

Sienna Conner asked confused Hurry Sienna yelled .

Those people might discover the woman any moment now .

Alright Conner reluctantly released his grip Sienna The woman was stunned , she lifted her head to glance at Sienna and managed a smile .

Thank you She then quickly turned around and dashed .

into the crowdl is the wor Where is She clearly ran this way .

Spread out and find her .

Watching the direction the woman ran off to .

Sienna silently prayed that she wouldnt get caught .

They were strangers , Sienna didnt know what had happened to her .

But the womans desperate escape reminded her of herself that year in Flirty , Conner grabbed Siennas wrist , very worried .

Sienna .

Youre bleeding a lot .

Quick , lets see a doctor .

Why are you exaggerating ? Sienna chuckled and pulled her hand back .

Its just a scrape tissue will clean it right up , and by the time we see a doctor , it already be healed You can still make jokes ? Conner frowned , eyes wi Sienna suddenly realized that Conner didnt know about Joyce yet .

She pressed her lips together and looked up at him .

Actually .

Im not the one whos sick .

Its not me who has aplastic anemia : swide , nearly stomping his foot .

Whats wrong with you ? Your blood is valuable .

What ? Conner was taken aback , confused.

Sienna , what do you mean ? He thought .

If Sienna isnt sick , then v why do we go to the hospital Let me show you a picture Sienna picked up her phone and opened the gallery .

I didnt mention it because I hadnt expected a successful match .

I have a daughter The one whos sick is my daughter Sienna held up the photo for Conner to see .

Look , this is my daughter .

Joyce Let me see Conner was still a intle confused .

He wok the photo and looked at it , unsure whether to feel happy or sad .

Shes so beautiful , so Cooner thought , Joyper is so cute , I should feel happy , but such an adorable girl having aplastic anemü His emotions w Whats her cuntje ? Joyce Sienna replied .

were all over the place .

Conner murmured , Joyce , Joyce .

She looks like me .

Indeed , Joyces eyes and brows had a certain resemblance to Conner , Conners eyes became slightly moist , and he said with difficulty , Sienna , Im surry ,