Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance Novel

Chapter 422 By the time Josiah arrived in Pinkine Town , it was already half past right in the evening .

He pulled over and quickly rendezvoused with Ethan , who wasted no time getting into the car .

Mr.

Evans .

Ethan greeted .

He shut the door and reported , Our men have confirmed that Tania was here last night with Conner .

Josiahs sharp gaze darkened .

We have a lead Weve checked the Quimby residence , but Conner isnt there Ethan shook his heard Ethan lifted his arm and gestured toward their surroundings .

That woman , Tania , might be reckless , but shes not completely foolish .

Mr.

Evans , just look Pinkine Town is surrounded by moumains .

There are far too many places to hide someone .

Pinkine Town sat in a basin , enclosed on all sides by rugged peaks .

Josiah swept his gaze around , his brow furrowing ever deeper .

Mr.

Evans , Ethan said .

Our men are searching , but its going to take time .

p the surgery .

Josiah fell silent .

His expression was grim as he carefully pieced things together .

Conner was Tanias son .

She was merely trying to stop not harm him .

ust have feared exposing Conners whereabouts after Siennas dramatic confrontation .

That was why she had refrained from showing up in Tania must person .

Thus , Siennas tailing efforts had yielded nothing .

However , there was no way Tania would abandon Conner .

If she couldnt appear herself , she would undoubtedly send someone else in her stead … A moment later , Josiahs eyes flickered open .

He cast a glance at Ethan .

Keep an eye on the townspeople connected to the Quimby family- relatives , old classmates , and close friends of Tania .

Anyone who might be involved .

t of the car Ethan listened attentively .

Understood , Mr.

Evans .

Ill make arrangements right away .

He turned , pushed the car door open , and got out Josiah leaned back against the seat , shutting his eyes .

He had barely caught an hour or two of sleep since the previous night.

The relentless tension clawed at his mind , sending sharp pangs of pain through his skull .

Exhaustion pressed down on Josiah , but sleep remained elusive .

The moment he closed his eyes , he saw Siennas tear streaked face , her red- rimmed eyes filled with sorrow .

Also , he saw Joyces innocent expression .

Mr.

Evans .

Late at night , Ethan returned and knocked on the car window .

Wrapped in wind and rain , he opened the door and got in .

We have news .

You were right Tania did indeed pay someone to take care of Conner .

That person is cunning didnt dare move in broad daylight .

Only when night fell did they sneak out .

Our men are already tailing them , Ethan added rp glini flickered in Josiahs eyes .

Where is he ? A sharp I cant say for sure .

Ethan picked up his phone and tapped on the screen a few times .

This is the location sent by our men .

Mr.

Evans , Ive forwarded it to you .

Conner is right here .

Josiah took out his phone and unlocked the screen .

His thin lips parted slightly .

Lets go ! Mr.

Evans , where to ? Ethan asked .

As they spoke , Josial , had already stepped out of the car .

The rain had ceased , leaving the ground damp beneath his shoes .

He glanced at Ethan .

To get Conner .

Mr.

B Evans , Ethan tried to dissuade Josial .

Theres no need for you to go .

Our men will bring Conner back and nights .

Instead of I cant wait Josiah shook his head , the dark circles beneath his eyes betraying his exhaustion .

He hadnt slept for two days an sitting around doing nothing , he night as well retrieve Contier himself .

Josiah unlocked his phone , followed the location pin , and strode forward .

The bodyguards behind him followed in perfect synchrony , Oh dear , Mr.

Exam Eilan sighed helplessly and had no choice but to follow along .

At the hospital , Cedric was jolted awake by the ringing of his phone .

Since he had been waiting for news , he had decided to stay , leaning against the couch in the lounge for a brief rest .

As soon as Cedric woke up , he swiped to answer , Hello , Yosef ? Upon hearing the voice on the other end , his drowsiness vanished instantly , and he Chapter 422 sat up straight .

Really ! Good , good , I got it.

Thanks , Yosel On the other end of the line , Yosef said , No need to thank me .

Lalidnt do much .

Whats the connection tion between Conner and the Evans family ! Since yesterday , they have been searching for him all over the city , I got the information from them word is , Conner might be in Pinkine Town , Yosef added I got it .

Yosef .

Im ending the call Cedric said , having no interest in the connection between Conner and the Evans family .

The moment he ended the call .

Sienna emerged from the inner room , looking even more haggard than before .

Sienna Cedric silently rejoiced .

The timing of this call couldnt have been better .

No amount of comforting words could compare to this one piece of news .

Yosef just called theres news on Conner Really ! Sienna froze , disbelief flickering in her eyes .

Her lips parted slightly , Te … Hes .

Where is he ? Hes in Pinkine Town , Cedric answered .

Tinkine Town Sienna was momentarily stunned before realization dawned on her .

Thats Grandmas hometown .

Then the information must be reliable , Cedric said .

Yes Sienna nodded repeatedly .

How could I not have thought that Thnia would take Conner there … As she spoke , she turned around and hurried Joward the family room .

Sienna , what are you doing ! Cedric asked .

Sienna turned , puzzled .

Tm going to change my clothes and head to Pinkine Town .

No need Cedric stopped Sienna and shook his head .

I go .

You stay with Joyce .

I promise you , Ill bring Conner back safe and sound .

But Sienna hesitated .

No buts Cedric furrowed his brows and deliberately provoked Sienna , You dont trust me ? Of course , I do .

Sienna said .

Cedric had promised to help her last night , and by this morning , he already had news .

How could she not trust him ! Then its settled .

Cedrics lips curved slightly .

Stay with Joyce .

Ill head to Pinkine Town and bring Conner back .

Trust me .

Mm .

Sienna weighed her options for a moment before nodding .

All right .

Thanks Tm off , then Cedric glanced at the time , picking up his phone and car keys .

Sienna held Cedrics coat and walked him to the door , reminding him .

Call me as soon as you find Conner .

The surgery was imminent the needed to confirm that Conner was safe and unharmed .

Dont worry , Cedric reassured Sienna with a solemn nod .

Ill have Conner tell you himself that hes okay .

Okay Sienna said .

Im going now Cedric bid farewell .

Drive safely .

Sienna reminded .

Got it .

Cedric replied .

After sending Cedric off .

Sienna clasped her hands together , praying in silence , Heaven , Buddha , and God … To any deity passing by , please , I beg you watch over Conner and keep him safe .

Here ? Following the coordinates , Josial arrived at the location where Conner had supposedly been hidden .

It was an abandoned wooden hut once used by tra Lanniers as a temporary resting place .

Yes The inan who h had taken money from Tanta only to switch sides after accepting a higher price from the Evans family nodded repeatedly .

Hes right here .

Yet , despite combing through the hut inside and out , Ethan and his men found nothing not even Conners shadows .

Mr.

Evans , hes not here Josiah glared at the man .

Are you messing with me ? No.

I swear Im not .

The man trembled , shaking his head frantically , funds waving in denial .

I hid him here .

In his panic , he spilled everything .

2/3 259 PM d Chapter 122 Tama gave me money and some medicine .

She told me to put it in his food .

After he ate , he was groggy all the time .

His lands and feet were tied up … Where else could he have gone ? the man added .

Mr.

Evans , a bodyguard reported .

We found shattered pieces of a bowl inside .

It was reasonable to assume Conner had likely been drugged with a sedative strong enough to weaken him , lan not enough in render him completely unconscious Conner must have thought about Joyces surgery .

He must have shattered the bowl , used a shard to cut through the ropes , and forced himself to escape .

Josiah suppressed the murderous intent flashing through his eyes .

He wont have gone far .

Spread out .

Find him .

Yes , Mr.

Evans , Josiahs subordinates replied in unison .