Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance Novel

Chapter 409 The door to the ward opened , and Gilbert walked in .

Sienna and Rosie had met him before , so they knew each other .

However , they wondered what he was doing here .

It wasnt just them who were puzzled .

Gilbert was also confused .

He looked around the room and asked curiously , Is Mr.

Flynn not around ? Sienna shook her head and explained , Howard came by , but he just left .

He left ? Gilbert , still confused , looked at Sienna .

Hello , Ms.

Shaw .

We meet again so soon … Then , he turned to Rosie .

Hello , Ms.

Miller .

Im Gilbert Hardin .

Weve met .

Hello , Mr.

Hardin , Rosie greeted politely with a nod .

Since Mr.

Flynn isnt here , Ill explain whats going on , Gilbert said .

Mr.

Flynn entrusted me with this matter .

He said that you , Ms.

Miller , might need my services for your divorce case .

Since Mr.

Flynns not here , we can discuss it directly .

Sienna glanced at Rosie and thought , Howard works fast .

Rosie just got her bandages removed today , and hes already brought Mr.

Hardin here .

I guess he really wants Rosie to end her terrible marriage .

Sienna and Gilbert looked at Rosie , waiting for her to speak .

Mr.

Hardin , thank you for making this trip .

But I will take care of the divorce myself , Rosie refused .

Sienna was startled .

Rosie .

Gilbert frowned in confusion .

Ms.

Miller , are you worried about the fees ? I am indeed expensive , and it would be overkill for me to handle a divorce case … Gilbert was quite frank .

But Mr.

Flynn did me a favor .

He will handle the fees , so you dont have to worry about it at all .

The more he spoke , the more resolute Rosie became in her stance .

Mr.

Hardin , thank you very much .

But really , you dont have to .

Hmm … Gilbert was stunned , not expecting to be rejected .

However , he didnt force it .

As you wish , Ms.

Miller .

I will take my leave .

If you prefer , you can discuss it with Mr.

Flynn again .

Thank you , Rosie said .

Youre welcome , Gilbert replied .

As soon as Gilbert left , Sienna grabbed Rosies hand .

She was a little anxious .

Rosie , why did you refuse ? Gilbert is the best lawyer in Jeiacrity .

I know .

Rosie nodded and sighed .

I cant afford such a good lawyer myself .

I already owe Howard a lot of money .

Ill have to work hard to pay him back , so I might as well save where I can .

Youre doing this to save money ? Sienna asked in surprise .

But Howards not pressuring you to pay him back .

From what she knew , Howard had no plans to ask Rosie for the money .

Thats his problem , but I need to pay him back as soon as possible .

I still dont understand why hes being so nice to me .

It makes me feel uneasy .

Ill feel much better once Ive repaid him , Rosie insisted .

Sienna found herself unable to convince Rosie any further , but she remained concerned about her divorce .

Dont worry , Rosie said with a smile .

Daniel and I have been separated for as long as we were married .

Even if he hadnt cheated and been abusive , this divorce wouldnt be tough .

They had been separated for over two years .

Their relationship had long since broken down , with no marital duties or conjugal relations remaining .

She hadnt divorced him before simply because she still had hope for their relationship .

Thats true .

Sienna nodded and helped Rosie pack her things .

Im sorry to have to impose on you again , Rosie said .

Her rented apartment in City Pearl had long been given up .

After being discharged from the hospital , she had to temporarily stay at Siennas place .

Dont worry about it .

Sienna gave her a gentle , playful glare .

Its no big deal .

Rosie was one of Siennas few friends in Jeiacrity .

When Sienna first returned to Jeiacrity , Rosie had helped her a lot .

Rosie burst into laughter .

Still , I dont want to seem rude .

1/2 Chapter 409 That day , Josiah accompanied Yvette to the hospital for a checkup .

However , the results were disappointing .

Despite a period of treatment , Yvettes leg hadnt shown any improvement .

The doctor said uncertainly , Lets try a different treatment plan .

In fact , they all knew very well that the longer it dragged on , the slimmer the hope became .

Yvette came out of the doctors office looking pale and downcast , without saying a word .

Josiah felt worried and guilty , but he kept his feelings hidden from her .

He bent down to look at her and said softly , Yvette , the doctor told us to take it slow .

You have to stay positive and hopeful .

It will help you get better .

Really ? Yvettes lips curved into a faint smile .

Will my leg heal ? Will I be able to stand again ? Of course , Josiah replied .

Yvette looked at him with hopeful eyes , tears starting to form .

Then , will you always stay by my side ? Of course .

Josiah nodded again .

He couldnt say no .

Yvette was hurt because of him , and she had broken up with Howard and moved out of the Flynn residence .

She could only rely on him from then on .

Okay , Ill do as you say .

Yvette nodded , her voice choked with tears .

Im glad I still have you .

Josiah pushed the wheelchair and walked outside , searching for a light topic .

What would you like to eat tonight ? Hmm … Yvette thought for a moment .

We havent gone out to eat in a while .

How about we try Lucky Dining ? Sure .

It didnt matter to Josiah where they went .

Lucky Dining it is .

That evening , Sienna hosted a dinner at Lucky Dining .

Following the incident with Reynas false accusation , she invited Conner , Cedric , Tara , Joyce , and Rosie .

Everyone had arrived , except for Cedric .

In the private room , Sienna spoke to Conner about Rosies job search .

Conner was now managing the Fischer familys supermarket chain .

Conner , can you find a suitable position for Rosie ? Although it wasnt in her field of study , Rosie needed a job urgently to earn money .

Conner readily agreed , No problem , Sienna .

Just say the word .

Thank you , Sienna replied .

Feeling grateful to have landed her first job , Rosie smiled brightly at Sienna .

She then leaned in and whispered , Your brother treats you really well .

Conner is great , Sienna said .

But being siblings doesnt guarantee the same character .

It reminded Sienna of Tania and her mother , Tiffany .

Just then , Siennas phone rang .

She answered it and stepped outside .

Are you almost here ? Ill come out to meet you .

You dont have to .

Cedric chuckled from the other end of the line .

Its not like I havent been to Lucky Dining before .

Its different , Sienna insisted .

Im treating tonight , so I want to act like a proper host .

Im coming out now .

While she was speaking , she reached the main entrance .

A strong wind had picked up outside , and the weather was changing .

It seemed like it was going to rain soon .

After hanging up the phone , Sienna pressed down her wind tossed hair and hugged her arms against the chill .

The wind was strong , and the air was getting a bit chilly .

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