Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance Novel

Chapter 400 at Cedric Since you just landed , take a moment to catch your breath , he suggested while pouring the latter a glass of water Cedric accepted the glass and felt better after qarnching his thirst .

Why are you here if y if youre not tired ! Yosef joked , Youve been in Lockage for ages .

Why not head home ? Tin in no hurry Cedric frowned and shook his head .

My mom will name once I re I return .

It was a no brainer that she would pester Cedric about going on hlind dates Yourf chuckled Dont worry , since you fled in Lockage for two moras , Aunt Kenda grew worried you might never return .

For now , she wont make you go on blind dates Thope s6 Cedric raised an eyebrows .

He put downs wn the glass and stood up .

Tim going to the restroom Josiah lifted his hand , extinguishing the cigarete in the ashtray Tan going out her some air , he explained .

When Cedric emerged from the restroom , die Iumped into Josiah at the end of the hallway : Josiah , Celtic greeted .

Hello Josiah replied , hands in his pockets .

He shifted sideways and glanced at Cedne hesitatingly as if he wanted to say something .

Josiah , do you have something to say ? Cedric asked as he had a hunch .

Yes , Josiah nodded , his gaze fixed intently on Cedric , Josiahs lips parted slightly .

Do you still have feelings for Sienna he asked solemnly .

Cedric was taken aback .

Why would Josiah ask such a question he thought in bewilderment .

When Cedric met Josiahs gaze , he could feel the weight of his suffocating presence Yes .

Cedric did not back down .

Cedric clenched his fists and nodded resolutely .

Yes , I still do .

The hallway fell silent .

For a long moment , Josiah did not reply .

Finally , he took a deep breath .

Sienna and I have broken up Josiah replied family .

Cedric was stunned , unable to process Josiahs answer .

I thought you both .

he trailed off Although he knew they had d broken up , Cedric assumed theyd stay connected for Joyces sake .

No Josiah shook his head , his gaze darkening with every word .

What I mean is that Joyce found a bone marrow match .

Do you understand what that entails ? Cedric jolted in shock .

Since Joyce has a bone marrow match , the bond between Sienna and Josiah no longer exists he thought with wide eyes .

The realization that Sienna was no longer bound to Josiah because of Joyce sent Cedrics heartbeat and breathing racing .

Josiah witnessed Cedrics excitement as clearly .

1 cant believe hes this happy .

Josiah mused .

It is exactly as youre thinking Josish nodded .

Pursing his lips , he explained , Sienna and I have talked it over .

Were done Once again , Cedric was stunned .

I cant believe this is true , let alone coming from Josiah himselff he wondered in disbelief .

Its the truth Josiah nodded .

Frankly , he shared Cedrics shock .

Had Cedric shown the slightest hesitation when Josiah posed the question , the latter would have kept everything under wraps .

In the past , I forced Sienu to give up on Cedric for me .

This is a debt that Im repaying to her , Josiah thought .

A batter feeling swelled within Josiah as he kept his eyes on Cedric This is your chance , Josiah uttered flatly .

Cedric felt as if his art would leap out of his chest at any moment , Cedric almuptly turned , taking a few steps before glancing back .

Thank you , Joviali .

ry where he No one could tell if Cedric gratitude was meant for himself or Sienna .

With that , Cedric took off .

No explanation was needed to convey was headed .

Josiah remained rooted in the spot .

Hease ensure you take good care of her he whispered Hopefully , Cedric can give Sienna what I couldnt .

Sienna has feelings for him , Shell find happiness with Cedric and get their happy ending , Jouch Chapter 400 thought .

He closed his eyes as a forlorn look croued his face .

Back in Sunshine Neighborhood , Joyce had fallen asleep while Sienna just completed her workout .

Covered in sweat , Sienna prepared to shower and rest Suddenly , her phone beeped with a message : [ Are you asleep ? ] Surprisingly , it was Cedric , who she hadnt heard from in ages .

According to Yosef , he had left for Lockagie .

Typing .

Sienna replied : [ Not yet Cedric ( Can you come down ? Im afraid it would be too much of a disturbance if I came up Joyce is probably asleep | Siennas heart skipped a beat .

Does this mean thatties back in Jesacrity and currently downstairs ? she mused .

Immediately , Sienna walked to the window and noticed Cedric leaning against his car .

As if sensing her gaze , he looked up with a smile and waved .

Frowning , Sienna replied : [ Ill come down now .

) Cedric Okay , Ill wait for you .

] Putting away her phone .

Sienna masaged her temple , then grabbed her keys and headed down Cedric greeted her with a bright smile when she stepped out of the building .

Sienna , long time no see Its been a while .

You seem happy .

Sienna replied , slightly confused Yes , I know everything Cedric replied , not attempting to conceal the joy overflowing from him .

Puzzled .

Sienna asked , Know what ? Joyce found a compatible bone marrow donor , and you and Josiah ended things Cedric replied , holding back a grin .

Realization dawned upon Sienna .

How did he find out ? she wondered .

Sienna Cedric took a deep breath to muster his courage .

I can court you now , right ? Shes single again and free from others he reasoned .

Sienna hesitated .

Theoretically , he was right .

But Cedric , my situation she began .

After all , they had tried before , but his family never accepted their relationship .

It left her feeling inadequate for Cedric Dont worry , Ill convince my parents .

Hesitantly , Cedric placed his hand on her shoulder .

Tm not saying we should rush into anything .

I just wanted you to know that my feelings never changed .

Ive always been waiting for the right moment with you Cedric smiled , gently patting her head .

Now that youre free , why not give me a chance ! Shocked Sienna was speechless .

Thats all I wanted to say .

Cedric stepped back .

Tll get going now , he said , grinning from ear to ear .

Waving , Cedric retreated to his car before turning around .

Good night .

Once inside , Cechic sped off .

Dumfounded , it took Sienna several moments before she regained her sens Half an hour later , Cedric rushed to the Brawne residence and headed upstairs to his parents room .

Dad , Mom , Im home .

Oh ! Xenia was overjoyed to hear Cedrics voice .

Cedric , youre back .

When did you get home ? Come in , quick ! she exclaimed Suppressing his excitement , Cedric entered the room .

Mom , Dad , we need to talk .

Ill settle down in Jeiacrity if we can come to an agreement .

Cedric announced