Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance
Chapter 21

Chapter 21 What ? The courthouse is closed Sienna was stunned .

She hadnt meant for this to happen .

After walking a long way without getting a ride , she finally reached downtown , but it was too late .

Suddenly , everything blurred .

Sienna shook her head , but it was to use .

Her eyes closed , and she fell straight towards Josiah Hey ! Josiah was taken aback , and instinctively , he caught her Sienna Shaw ! he bellowed , his teeth clenched .

Didnt the say to keep her distance ? Now shes all over me ? Same old Sienna .

never changes .

This must be part of her scheme Listen , I said get up right now , Josiah commanded , but Sienna remained unresponsive .

Frowning , he peered down at her Sienna Hey ! Wake up ! However , she still didnt react at all .

If you dont stop this , Im going to touch you .

He lifted his hand to pull her away , only to realize she wasnt faking it .

Her face was as pale as a ghost she had passed out .

Whats wrong with you ? Josiah asked , panic setting in .

In a moment of urgency , he scooped Sienna up and rushed to his car , speeding to the nearest hospital .

In the emergency cy room , Josiah looked at the doctor with a mix of anxiety and concern .

Whats her condition ? Severe menstrual cramps , the doctor said after examining Sienna and tapping away at the medical records .

This is pretty her cramps common for women , but her case is quite serious .

Shes young : why are this intense ? Josiah fell silent .

How could I know ? The doctor didnt press for more details but advised , Menstrual cramps can be quite severe , particularly in her situation .

Once she comes to , ensure she gets a comprehensive check up to figure out whats really going on .

Got it , Josiah replied , frowning as he processed this news The doctor added , Ive prescribed some medicine .

You can go ahead and get it filled .

Okay , Josiah said , taking the prescription slip and getting to his feet .

He made his way to pay for the medicine , racking his brain to remember if Sienna had ever complained about bad cramps .

But he came up blank .

All he could recall was how she used to always lean on him for support .

In the ER .

Sienna was just coming to .

She pushed herself up in bed , got dressed , slung her bag over her shoulder as she tried to leave .

A nurse quickly stopped her .

Where are you going ? Your boyfriend went to get your medicine .

You should wait for him to come back Sienna paused , her thoughts racing .

Boyfriend ? Was that Josiah I was with him right before everything went black .

But would he really be nice enough to bring me to the hospital ? Anyway , it doesnt matter But not wanting to cause any trouble for the nurse , she replied , Thanks , I understand .

Ill just wait for him outside .

Alright then The nurse didnt press further and walked away .

Sienna slipped her bag over her shoulder , covered her stomach , and headed out of the hospital .

22:21 Sat , Jan 4G U Chapter 21 Meanwhile , Josiah had just picked up the medicine and was on his way back when his phone rang .

Hey , Grandma , he answered .

Mirandas voice was thick with sleep .

I just remembered something .

Todays the anniversary of Fionas passing .

We should go pay our respects .

But my memorys been playing tricks on me lately .

So , Josiah , make sure you take some time to go with Sienna .

That poor girl hasnt been able to visit Fiona in four years ? Josiah was taken aback , a sense of unease settling over him .

Wait , what ? Wheres Fiona buried ? Miranda shook her head .

Havent you been there before ? Dont you remember ? Its at Bacchus Bridge .

Josiah frowned and closed his eyes .

Bacchus Bridge … So Sienna wasnt lying .

She really did go there today to pay her respects to Fiona .

Josiah ? Did you hear me ? I heard you , Grandma .

Miranda sighed .

Sienna was a bit spoiled , but we all were at thatinge .

Ive noticed shes grown up a lot since coming back .

Be nice to her ; shes all alone and only has us .

Grandma , I gotta run .

Ill catch up with you later Josiah hung up , hurried into the emergency room , and yanked back the curtain , only to be met with a shock the exam bed was empty .

Where is Sienna ? Josiah asked the nurse .

The nurse looked confused .

She said she would wait for you outside .

Didnt you see her ? If I had seen her , would I be asking you ? Josiah sneered and pressed his lips together .

Shes a patient who just passed out , and you let her leave ? If anything happens to her , you could lose your job .

The nurse eyes widened , nearly in tears from fear .

Josiah stormed out , dialing Siennas number , but she wasnt picking up .

Is she so angry shes ignoring me ? Or has she passed out again and cant hear her phone ? he pondered .

Out of other options , he headed back to Silver Beach to see if she had returned .

On the way , he called Zach .

Its me Mr.

Flynn , whats up ? Zach asked .

Check if anything happened near Bacchus Bridge today , Josiah ordered , his tone devoid of emotion .

Zach replied quickly .

No need to check .

Im already aware today , the overpass near Bacchus Bridge collapsed , and the fire clearing the area .

department is still bus Josiah closed his eyes , his face etched with frustration .

So , Sienna wasnt lying ; she really did get stuck at Bacchus Bridge today .

But how did she end up at the courthouse ? He recalled his own words , Crawl your way here if you have to and how she had been soaked and covered in mud .

He couldnt help but wonder if she had actually crawled all the way there .

Instantly .

Josiahs grip on the steering wheel tightened , his jaw clenching .

He didnt like Sienna , but he never intended to bully her like that 22:21 Sat , Jan 4 Chapter 21 He floored the gas pedal , racing back towards Silver Beach .

When he got there , he noticed the living room lamp was on , and he quickly rushed inside .

The sofa is empty .

Sienna still isnt back ? Where could she be ? he thought .

Just then , he heard footsteps and looked up .

Sienna emerged from the bathroom , changed and freshly showered .

Sienna was back , and that was a relief , but it didnt make him look better .

Sienna , you cant just take off without saying a word .

Do you think its funny to have me searching for you everywhere ? he snapped .

Sienna ignored him , too drained to argue .

Search for me everywhere ? How absurd ! Its more like he wouldnt even bother to look my way even if Im standing right in front of him .

She made her way straight to the sofa , spread out a blanket , and lay down , turning her back to him .

She had a performance at nine that evening and needed to get some rest .

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