Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance

Chapter 222 Sienna glanced at his expression and didnt know what he meant .

Is he implying a breakup ? Panic began to creep in .

Josiah .

Leave ? Josiah waved his hand wearily , surrounded by a cloud of gloom .

Got Before I have second thoughts , hurry away ! Sienna stood frozen , utterly shocked .

Gof Josiah barked .

Sienna flinched as his booming voice made her shoulders tremble .

She furrowed her brow and , after a moments hesitation , turned to exit As her footsteps faded and the door to the study closed , Josiahs pupils contracted sharply .

He rose and moved toward the liquor cabinet .

As the bery alcohol coursed down his throat , he wondered if anyone still remembered that today was his birthday Maybe no one did .

In those early years .

Yvette would secretly give him gifts and wish him a happy birthday .

But that had gradually faded away .

Tonight, all he wanted was to celebrate his birthday with the person he cherished .

Yet even this modest wish had been denied .

The person he cherished had just been driven away .

He believed Sienna had left since she had been with him against her will .

It was late , and the darkness outside was intimidating he worried she might encounter another reckless driver .

Josiah regretted his earlier decision he should not have sent her away at such an hour , he should have at least waited until dawn .

He picked up his phone , intending to call her .

He swiped the screen then hesitated , canceling the call instead .

Fear tugged at his mind .

The study door was knocked upon once more Josiah looked up abruptly as Sienna stepped through the door .

She hadnt left Josiah stared at her , expressionless , secretly biting the tip of his tongue .

There was indeed a sting .

This was real .

Hey As she approached , he could hear her soft sigh .

Sienna grasped his hand , gazing at him , her long eyelashes fluttering as her voice became gentle and silky .

Its not wise to drink on an empty stomach.

Are you hungry ? Would you like pasta ? Josiah glanced at the arm she had wrapped around his , his throat tightening .

She hadnt left , and she had made him pasta .

Yet , when he opened his mouth , he stubbornly retorted .

I dont like pasta .

Sienna was momentarily taken aback , feeling a wave of frustration .

Still , she had to appease him .

Theyre handnude .

I made and rolled the dough myself ; they re nothing like store bought .

Would you give them a try ! Josiah raised an eyebrow , remaining noncommittal Come on Sienna took the chance , linking her arm through his and tugging him outside .

We also got chicken soup , its delicious Josiah didnt say a word , allowing himself to be led downstairs .

On the dining table were two plates of pasta : one large , meant for him , and a smaller one , intended for her .

She usually watched her figure and avoided eating at night .

Josiah frowned .

You havent eaten yet ? Sienna nodded .

Josiah seized the chance to say sarcastically , Oh , so your roommate is so important , and you treat her so well , yet she couldnt even spare you a dinner ! I wasnt going to dinner with her , Sienna reported , handing him the fork .

She ladled some broth and brought it to his lips .

Drink some soup Gazing at the spoon poised at his lips , Josial hesitated for several beats before finally parting his mouth .

Is it good ? Siennas smile blossomed her eyes sparkling with delight .

Josiah felt a tickle in his throat , nodding slightly .

Minen Have some pasta .

She offered him , holding the pasts up to his mouth .

I added an egg Unable to resist , he parted his lips .

Siennas smile deepened , her eyes glimmering Is it tasty ? first TM Josiah nodded , noting the delightful texture of the pasta chewy and springy ; indeed , it was delicious .

Curiosity piqued ; he murmured .

You made 1/2 Chapter 222 it yourself ? How do you learn that ! In the past , Sienna was untouched by any labor in the Flynn family .

That was certainly a skill forced upon her during her years in Fliraty .

She said , I learned with my grandma when I was young .

Josiah praised .

Your grandma is remarkable , raising you and teaching you so many skills .

He gestured to her plate .

You should eat too .

Theyll be less tasty if they sit too long Alright .

For a moment , they sat in silence , each focused on their meals Josiah ate quickly , yet his manners remained refined .

The large portion of pasta was finished swiftly .

Are you finished ? Sienna lifted her gaze .

Mm .

Josiah nodded , pulling out a napkin to wipe his mouth , leaning back against his chair .

Sienna asked , Are you full ! I made so little … Should I prepare something else for you ? She rose .

Sit down and eat your food .

Josiah grasped her wrist .

Tm Sienna complied , remaining seated to finish her pasta , occasionally sipping some soup .

She sensed the weight of his gaze upon her , and the atmosphere grew awkward .

He had told her to leave , and yet she remained , boldly choosing to stay and appease him with a meal .

Now that the pasta was finished , the core issue resurfaced .

She wondered , Will he ask me to leave again ! If he insists , what should I do ?! Sienna .

When her name was called , Sienna was startled and nervously tugged at her lips .

I havent finished yet .

Josiah glanced at her food , noticing only a few spoonfuls of broth remained .

It was clearly a fib .

He looked out the window , his fingers tapping rhythmically on the table .

Its quite late … he said seductively .

Siennas heart raced , thinking he was preparing to send her away .

Suddenly , she stood , busy gathering the dishes as if she hadnt heard his hint .

Yes , it is late .

You should wash up and get some rest .

Josiah remained seated , narrowing his eyes as he watched her clear the table and carry the dishes to the kitchen .

Soon after , he followed her inside .

There , Sienna placed the dishes in the dishwasher and started searching for dishwasher pods .

Stop busying yourself .

Josiah let out a barely audible sigh , capturing her wrist , his brow slightly furrowed .

Do you realize what youre doing ? Hmm Sienna responded , taken aback .

Washing the dishes ? Josiah gazed deeply into her eyes .

You know what I mean .

Taking a deep breath , he repeated , Do you understand what youre doing ? Hmm ? Sienna bit her lip , nodding lightly , Josiahs eyes narrowed , his arms drawing her into an embrace as his other hand cradled her chin .

Kiss me .

If you really know so well , kiss me right now ! Chapter 223