Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance Novel

Chapter 397 Hello Josiah spoke An unfamiliar female voice came through .

Mr.

Evans , Em Mrs.

Evans caregiver Mr.

Evans and Mrs.

Evans Josish pondered .

His drowsiness disappeared , and he sat up abruptly .

What happened to her Mrs.

Evans accidentally drank diluted disinfectan that the housekeeper used to clean the bathroom .

She has been sent to the hospital .

Mr.

Andy Evans asked me to inform you , the caregiver explained Jouish was infuriated , and his eyes were filled with rage .

Visu all are so nej his car keys and drove to the hospital .

negligent ! I be r right there .

He hung up and got dressed .

Then , he grabbed When he entered the emergency room , he heard Haileysaries .

No Filont want Seeing Hailey completely uncooperative , the doctor anxiously turned to Andy .

Mr.

Exams , we cant perform gastric lavage like this , Find a way to restrain her .

If anything happens to her .

Andy said , frowning Mr.

Josiah Evans is here , sonseone said .

J The next moment , Josiah rushed in like a gout of wind Hailey , trembling with fear , was being held down by nurses .

She bit her lap until it bled .

Let her go Josiah exclaimed .

Sensing his fury , the nurses instinctively loosened their grip A The moment Hailey was free , she scrambled up and tried to flee Edgar ! Stop your mom Andy yelled .

yas she tried to fee .

His grip was firm yet trembling .

Mom ! Mom ! he exclaimed .

It was the first time that he had ever called Jouah caught Hailey a her that Josiah s eyes were red and moist .

The doctor wont hurt you .

You ate something bad .

Hes trying to help you He was unsure if she understood what he said .

Hailey leaned against him before lifting her head and looking at him .

E Edgar ? Josiahs heart skipped a beat .

She remembered Edgar .

Tears welled up in his eyes as he nodded .

Yes , Im Edgar Hailey remained silent as she squeezed Josiahs hand and stared at his face , murmuring .

Edgar .

Edgar At that moment , Josiah couldnt contain his tears anymore .

She remembered Edgar , even after almost 30 years of being unwell .

She remembered that she had a son Josiah extended his arms , lifted her , and placed her on the examination bed .

Mom , let the doctor do a gastric lavage .

Ill be here with you .

Okay Hailey stared at him , her eyes red as she nodded , gradually relaxing .

Andy glanced at the doctor .

Hurry now ! After the gastric lavage .

Hailey was transferred to a ward .

Fortunately , the disinfectant had been diluted, so the corrosive effect was significantly reduced , but she still required further treatment .

Outside the ward , Josiah grabbed Andy by the shoulders , his voice laced with fury : Andy ! Is this how you take care of her ! Andy didnt resist or argue .

Its my fault .

Josials was enraged .

She suffered through all of this , and thats all you have to say ? What the do you want me to do ! You think I wanted this to happen ? Do you think I wasnt worried ! Andy shook his head .

Jokiahs grip loosened .

No matter how much he hated Andy , there was nothing he could do .

He turned to head back inside .

Audy seized the opportunity and said , Edgar , come back .

You saw it yourself .

Your mother calined down when the heard your voice .

Her illness jt something medicine can cure , but maybe youre all she needed Josiahs body stiffened and stood motionless .

This old geezer is trying to force me to take over the Evans family , he thought .

Yes , he remained silent as he opened the door and entered Andy , who was left behind , sighed helplessly .

Even his mother couldnt make him come back .

What would it take for him to come back ? he wondered 1/2 Chapter 397 Josiah stayed by Haileys unde be returned to Silver Beach .

he hospital for two nights .

On the morning of the third day , he left while she was asleep .

It was before 7 am when room .

Someone was home the entered the house , he noticed the lights were on in the living Afterward , Yvene appeared , pushing her wheelchair forward .

She smiled at him .

Its been days .

I thought youd gone missing Yvette Josiah frowned slightly , avoiding her gaze .

Over the pad two days , Vertte had sent him several messages , but he hadnt replied to her .

Im not blaming you .

You came at the right time .

két chave breakfast , Yvette und with a umile .

Okay , Josiah responded The two of them entered the dining hall Gloria and the home helper hired by Josiah were there .

The food was set out on the table .

Josiah pulled .

out a chair and sat down .

Mc .

Young , please take your medicine , Gloria said as she brought over a glass of water and placed it in front of Yvette .

Okay Yvene nodded and swallowed it Jouth frowned .

What medicine are you taking ? He remembered that her treatment consisted of IV drips and rehabilitation .

There was no oral medication Its for an upset stomach , to help with digestion , Gloria answered before Yvette could .

Who permitted you to | you to say it ? Yvette frowned and glared at Gloria .

Was I not supposed to tell Mr.

Flynn Gloria replied , feeling innocent .

Josh sensed that something was off .

Instead of Yvette , he turned to Gloria .

Whats going on ! Tell me .

Gloria explained truthfully .

Mr.

Flynn , you havent been back for two days , and Ms.

Young has been waiting for you at every meal .

She waited until the food went cold , and only when she was sure you werent coming back would she finally eat .

Gloria glanced at Yvette before continuing .

She hasnt moved around much , and her digestion is weak .

She cant eat food that went cold .

As a result she had diarrhea Stop it .

Yvette tugged at Glorias sleeve , then turned to Josiah with a smile .

Were in the middle of a meal .

Lets not talk about things that spoil the appetite Josiah couldnt bring himself to smile .

He was aware of what had transpired over the past two days .

Although he couldnt leave Haileys side , he hadnt replied to Tvettes messages .

Im sorry .

If I cant make it back in the future .

Ill inform you .

Josiah said feeling guilty Yvette smiled and nodded , Okay .

No need to apologize .

Given our relationship , do you think Id hold that against you ? Josiah frowned and reminded her , One more thing .

Dont eat food that went cold anymore d is still freshly cooked .

Yvette smiled .

Got it .

Hurry up and eat while the food is Two days later , Rosie underwent surgery .

Sienna and Howard waited outside the operating room .

As they waited , Sienna turned to Howard , She contemplated for a long time and decided to speak up Howard , I hope you dont mind me meddling Hearing that Howard turned to look at her .

Go ahead Sienna uttered , You should tell Rosie the truth about your identity soon .

You cant keep the secret forever .

Wouldnt it be better if she heard it from you instead of finding out on her own or from someone else ? What do you think ? Shri