Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance
Chapter 52

Chapter 52 

Sienna raised an eyebrow .

“ Who else’s would it be ? Is there someone else in this apartment ! ” 

“ You’re so stingy ,” Josiah teased with a rare chuckle .

1 helped you lug all that stuff up here , and you’re mad about me taking one sip of your water ! ” 

Sienna opened her mouth to retort , but before she could , Josiah’s phone buzzed . 

He glanced at the caller ID , his expression instantly serious .

“ Hello , it’s me .

Go ahead 

It seemed to be a work call 

“ Alright , Ill head over immediately , Josiah hung up and looked at Sienna .

“ Something’s come up .

I need to leave .” 

“ Okay , ” Sienna said , nodding as she walked him to the door .

Take care .

Drive safely ” 

“ Mm .

I will ,” Josiah replied .

He nodded slightly before heading downstairs . 

For a moment , as he walked down the steps , he felt a strange illusion – as if she were his wife , sending him off to work . 

Once he reached the street , Josiah glanced up at her building .

His expression darkened .

How can Ironvince her to move out of this terrible place ? he wondered . 

For Sienna , Josiah’s visit was nothing more than a fleeting moment , like a pebble tossed into a lake – too small to create any ripples . 

What mattered mout to her now was raising money , 

After much thought , she finally settled on someone she had vowed never to contact again .

Even if I die , I won’t go to him , she had once sworn . 

But she wasn’t ready to die just yet .

For her child , she would sacrifice her priile 

With trembling hands , Sienna dug out an old , long – forgotten number .

She hesitated before pressing the call button .

After so many years , has he changed his number ? she wondered . 

Pressing the call button .

Sienna held her breath .

The line connected 

A man’s voice , both unfamiliar yet achingly familiar , came through : “ Hello ? Who’s this ? ” 

Sienna gripped the phone tightly , her other hand clenching into a fist on her knee .

Her heart raced as she stammered .

“ It’s me .

” 

The other end fell silent for several seconds .

Then , the man’s voice returned , tinged with disbelief and excitement .

“ Sienna Is that you ? Sienna ? ” Sienna’s breathing quickened .

“ Yeah , it’s me .” 

The man’s one grew emotional .

“ You’re calling met Sienna , is something wrong ? Do you need help ? ” 

Before he could continue , he seemed to regret his words and hastily corrected himself .

“ Not that I’m saying you shouldn’t call me for no reasont mean … you can call me anytime .

I’m always here for you ! ” 

Hearing his flustered response , Sienna felt a pang of sadness .

Her clenched fist trembled slightly . 

She didn’t beat around the bush .

“I need to borrow some money .

Can you help me ! I’ll pay it back – it might just take a while .

” 

“ Money ? ” The man sounded surprised but didn’t refuse .

“ Sure .

How much do you need “ ” 

“ 160 thousand dollars , ” Sienna 

replied firmly 

“ What ? ” The man exclaimed in shock .

“ Sienna , what do you need that much money for ? Did something happen ? ” 

Sienna frowned , unwilling to explain .

“ Are you lending it or nott if not , I’ll hang up ” 

“ Want ” The man panicked .

“ Don’t hang up ! Let’s meet in person . 

“ Meet ? Sienna frowned , hesitating . 

“ Sienna , ” the man said gently , sensing her reluctance .

Tll give you the money , but it’s been so many years .

I just want to see you .

After we meet , ITI give you the cash .

Deal ! ” 

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Sienna struggled internally .

In the end , though , the need for money outweighed her hesitation . 

“ Fine , ” she agreed . 

“ I’ll send you the time and place .

Let’s not miss it .

“ The other end said . 

“ Let’s not miss it , she echoed softly 

A few days later , Sienna went to a private club downtown .

The man had chosen this location for its exclusivity and privacy . 

She thought , ‘ He’s the one who wanted to meet me here .

Sneaky and paranoid about being discovered – how ironic ! 

Sienna arrived ten minutes earlier than agreed .

The club operated on a strict membership system , and only after she mentioned the man’s name did the waiter let her in . 

“ This way , please , the waiter said politely . 

Thank you , Sienna replied , slinging her bag over her shoulder as she followed him inside . 

The interior was dimly lit , and the unfamiliar environment made her feel uneasy , even with the waiter leading the way 

As they walked down the hallway , a door suddenly swung open .

A man stepped out and bumped into her 

“ Sorry ! ” Sienna instinctively apologized . 

“ No probl ” The man froze mid – sentence , his gaze locking onto her .

Josiah , holding a phone in his hand , immediately stiffened , his pupils narrowing sharply . 

“ Sienna ? ” he asked , his voice laced with disbelief . 

Sienna was stunned .

How could it be him !! she thought , her heart skipping a bear . 

“ What are you doing here ? Josiah demanded .

Even in the dim light , his face visibly darkened , 

Sienna found his reaction laughable .

“ Why ? If you can come here , why can’t I ? Is it illegal for me to be here 

“ Sienna ! ” Josiah barked , his voice low and threatening . 

“ My life is none of your business , Sienna retorted coldly , unwilling to waste time arguing with him .

“ I have an appointment .

I need to go The waiter was still waiting patiently .

Sorry to keep you waiting .

Sienna said as she jogged a few steps to catch up . 

“ No worries , take your time , the waiter replied with a polite smile . 

Josiah stood there , watching her disappear around the corner .

He clenched his phone tightly in his hand , frustration boiling under his can exterior . 

‘ She doesn’t want me interfering ? Fine ! I won’t care anymore he thought furiously , “ Why should I bother ? 

Black in the private room , Josiah couldn’t sit still .

His restlessness didn’t go unnoticed by his companions , Yosef and Thomas . 

“ What’s WTORE with you ? ” Yosef teased 

“ Something happens with Yvette again Thomas teased . 

They had poked fun at Josiah’s history with Yvette countless times , but he never paid attention to their banter . 

Instead , he asked .

“ What kind of business would a girl have coming to a place like this ” 

“ Huh ?” Yosef and Thomas exchanged glances .

“ What kind of girl are we talking about ? ” 

eto avoid prying eyes 

This club was known for hosting both business meetings and secret rendezvous .

Some came to discuss deals , but others came to Josh’s brows furrowed .

He muttered under his breath , “ A dancer ? ” 

Thomas burst out laughing .

“ What else would she be doing ? Don’t tell me , Josiah , you don’t know how this works ?! ” 

Yosef gave Thomas a warning look , and Thomas immediately got the hint .

He thought , ‘ Ah , Josiah was backing that dancer recently , but it seems 

like that’s over now 

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“ Wait , the girl you were promoting – is she here ? Thomas asked with a mischievous grin . 

“ What else could she be here for ! Even if you’re not backing her anymore , someone else will .

Girls from places like the Maze all end up the same way ..

Thomas said with a shrug 

Josiah’s face darkened further .

He remembered Sienna’s words and thought .

She had an appointment Could she really be here for business ?” 

Suddenly , he stood up , 

“ Where are you going ? ” Thomas asked , surprised . 

To get her out of here , Josiah said firmly , his tone brooking no argument . 

“ Does she think she can just do whatever she wants ? Working at the Maze wasn’t enough for hert We haven’t even finalized the divorce , and she’s already selling herself here he thought , anger bubbling to the surface . 

Yosef and Thomas exchanged gl

ances , then stood up to follow him . 

At the front desk , Josiah confronted the receptionist .

“ Mr.

Flynn , the receptionist said hesitantly , “ please don’t make things difficult for us .

You know we can’t disclose guest information .

If I do , I’ll lose my job .” 

It’s more than just that .

The club itself might not be able to keep running .

The secrets kept here are more than a few .

If any secrets leak , the club itself might not survive . 

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