Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance

Chapter 53

In the private room , Sienna sat across from the man .

The man was staring at her intently , as if he feared she might vanish if he so much as blinked .

“ Sienna ,” the ma began softly , “ this is the third time we’ve met .

That day at Bacchus Bridge , during your Fiona’s memorial … You were there , weren’t you ! You were wearing a mask .

”

“ I’m not here to talk about the past , Sienna interrupted , her voice cold .

“ We’ve already met Now , where’s the money ! Did you bring it ? ” she asked , getting straight to the point

He nodded, “ I brought it .

You’ll get it soon .

But Sienna .

it’s been so long .

Four years ago , you left without a word .

How have you been ? How are things with Mr.

Flynn ? ”

“ Enough , ” Sienna said sharply , cunting him off again .

Her tone remained calm , but there was a hint of irritation in her eyes,

“ Do you really think these questions are yours to ok ? ” she said icily .

The man looked conflicted , his expression a mix of guilt and hesitation .

“ Why can’t I ask ? Sienna , I care about you .

Did Mr.

Flynn – did he treat you badly ? Is that why you suddenly need so much money ? ”

“ Care ! Sienna couldn’t hold back and laughed mockingly .

Her eyes were full of sarcasm .

“ Caring now , isn’t it a bit late ? ”

She thought .

‘ Where was he when I needed him the most ? Where was his concern then: The cheapest thing in the world is affection that’s past its due date !

The man hesitated , his face showing both conflict and pain .

“ Yes , it’s my fault .

But Sienna , can you at least tell me what happened that you suddenly need so much money ‘ Is Mr.

Flynn treating you badly ? ”

protective of her , but the fact that she had been sent abroad

un the fa

He remembered seeing them together not long ago .

He thought , Josiah had seemed protecti for four years spoke volumes

“ Sienna , please tell me … the man’s voice was soft , almost pleading .

‘ Enough ! Sienna thought , closing her eyes briefly to suppress her frustration .

If I don’t say anything , does that mean you won’t money ? ” she asked bluntly .

n’t give me

me the

“ No , I didn’t mean “ The man began , but his words were interrupted by a loud knock .

Suddenly , there was a loud knock at the door .

Bang ! Bang ! Bang ! The force was aggressive , as if the person outside wouldn’t hesitate to break in if the door wasn’t opened immediately .

“ Open the doorf a gruff voice demanded .

Hurry up and open the door ! ” another voice harked .

! Open the door immediately ! Do you hear me ?

Sienna froze .

police here ? She cast a quick glance at the man across from

” The man muttered under his breath as

, even minor issues could morph

they’d be dragged to the police

, ‘ But the visit today couldn’t be known – not to anyone , especially not to

his

is always clanning to love and care for me , but the moment trouble comes , his first thought

… he started to speak , his tone

are you afraid of ? Sienna interrupted , raising her eyebrow coldly , her

wrong

can open the door and

hesitated , his reluctance written all over his face

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Chapter 53

smirked , her

, I’m just teasing

? Then , with a sudden shift in tone

“ Go .

through the

”

Sienna … the

” she snapped , her patience wearing thin

if they take you to the station , you won’t be able to hide it from your

,

spun around and

stood still , her

, What

need this man anymore

bitter smile flickered across her face

walked to the door

, she came face – to – face with an enraged Josiah , His fury

flame .

intensity of his anger stunned

a split second

husband catching

Ridiculous .

done ! ”

signal , the officers behind him surged into the

but came up empty –

said , “ No one ! ”

asked , “ Just

were confused , “ How is that

was evident

searching personally , he had no choice but to accept the truth : there was no one else there ,

Where is he ? ” he demanded , turning to

were meeting –

Sienna let out a soft laugh

asm .

“ Mr.

don’t make

waist with a force that stunned

! ” Sienna gasped as he pushed her backward onto

loomed over her ,

“ Speak .

he ? Who did you come here to see ? ” Josialï’s

face turned

she whispered , “ I don’t know what

, sharp and biting , cut through the air : “ Fine !

,

hear that

before she could stop

to do with you

Josiah’s patience snapped .

the one asking questions here he roared

yes or no

, his tone so menacing that it felt as if

insane , Sienna thought

absurd ‘

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