Caught In His Embrace A Second Chance Romance novel Chapter 353

Chapter 353 Josiah furrowed his brow , his gaze icy .

You just let her walk away alone ! What if something were to happen to her ? Is your responsibility ? No ! She wasnt alone ! The nurse exclaimed in a fluster , shaking her head vehemently .

Cedric came to collect her ! Josiahs eyes widened in surprise .

Cedric hospital prepared to take Arriving at the Sunshine Neighborhood , Cedric parked the car beneath the apartment building .

As he stepped out alongside Sienna , unease gnawed at him .

Once youre inside , Ill head off Sienna had only just been discharged , it was best to be cautious .

Okay Sienna nodded with a smile .

As she turned to enter , a childs s voice called out from the side of the road .

Mommy ! Sienna spun around to see Joyer , who had leaped from Taras arms and was racing toward her with eager strides .

Her face lit up with a beaming mile .

Mommy ! Its Mommy ! Tara said it wasnt , but I got good eyes ! Its Mommy !! Joyce ! Sienna bent down , arms outstretched , ready to embrace her daughter , To her surprise , Joyce pounced onto Cedric , wrapping her arms around his leg .

Mommy , hold me ! Siennas eyes widened in amused disbelief .

Joyce ! Tara , trailing behind , burst into laughter .

Joyce , you said you had good eyesight .

Look , is this your mommy youre hanging onto ! Joyce looked up , puzzled as to why her mother hadnt picked her up yet .

Her gaze shifted to Cedric .

Blinking innocently , she declared , Not Mommy but still held onto Cedrics leg Cedric felt a surge of anxiety ; it was his first experience being clung to by such a small child .

He dared not move , fearing he might inadvertently hum her .

Peering down at Joyce , he realized she was Siennas daughter .

Striving for a warm smile , he greeted , Hella , Joyce .

Hellot Hello ! Joyce replied cheerfully .

Cedric swallowed hard .

Be careful not to fall ; shall I lift you up ? Okay ! Joyce nodded eagerly , reaching out her arms toward Cedric With a gentle bend , Gedric lifted Joyce with utmost care ; her petite form was a delightful combination of sweetness and softness , utterly enchanting .

As he stood rigid with nervousness , Sienna suppressed a laugh and extended her hand .

Joyce, come here to Mommy Mommy ! Joyce obediently leaped into Siennas embrace Cedric breathed a sigh of r relief , the tension of moments ago dissipating like mist .

He had never felt such apprehension before .

Joyce : Sienna giggled while gesturing to Cedric , introducing him , This is my friend , Cedric Cedric Joyre Cedric felt marginally more at ease , though the presence of an impending awkwardness lingered , Children adore gifts , yet he had come empty handed .

Larrived in a hurry and didnt bring you a present .

May I make it up to you next time ? Okay ! Thank you , Cedric Sienna playfully pa hed Joyers nose .

So rager to get Cedrics giftr Joyer shyly nestled into her mothers embrace .

Smiling , Sienna turned to Cedric , Goodbye , Cedric .

Goodbye Lets go .

Sienna bell Juyers hand .

Joyce , say goodbye to Cedric Goodbye , Cedric 1/2 7-45 AM ₫ Chapter 353 Goodbye , Joyce Cedric stood rooted in place , grinning as he watched them enter .

Not far away , Josiah gripped the steering wheel , his dark eyes fixed forward .

He had witnessed everything Despite the distance , he couldnt hear their words , yet et the image of Sienna embracing Joyce , the two of them playfully interacting with Cedric , was seared into his mind .

It didnt matter what they were talking about Josiah chuckled , his expression cold .

He thought , What is Sienna thinking ? Does she really intend to repay her debt of gratitude by being with Cedric and dragging my daughter into this ?! Josiahs grip on the steering wheel tightened .