Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance

Chapter 234 Tara hesitated for a moment but eventually spoke , her voice shaking a little .

Aplastic anemia , Josiahs heart unk in shock .

While he had suspected that Joyce was dealing with something serious , hearing it confirmed was too much to handle .

As he looked down at the fragile little girl in his arms , Josiah struggled to breathe .

She is so small how could she endure this ? He held Joyce gently , careful not to apply any pressure for fear of hurting her .

Furrowing his brows with a serious expression , he asked , She came here to … ! Tara sighed , wiping her eyes .

Shes here for a hospital admission for tests .

Weve put her through a morning full of exams ; its been really tough .

and she is still so little … Josiah could see that Joyce was in pain .

He lifted her closer and asked , Joyce , please tell me where it hurts .

Joyce thought for a moment before shaking her head .

I have no idea .

Her lips formed a small pout , and tears rolled down her cheeks as she confessed .

Tjust dont feel well .

Josiah Very unwell Alright .

Josiah felt a rush of worry and didnt dare ask more .

I see .

Dont cry .

Joyce ; Im here with you .

Joyce amiggled deeper into his arms .

Worried about her , Josiah looked at Tara .

Where is the patient room ? Please follow me .

When they arrived at the patient room , Josiahs face was still clouded with concern .

Get the doctor Joyce needed to see a doctor if she was feeling this bad Tara nodded and rushed off .

, he quickly came over to check on

Brayden said , Joyce , you did great ! All done with the examination ? He pulled out the fairy wand he

! This is your reward ! Thank you

accepted it through her sniffles ,

as he glanced at Brayden and asked , Youre sure Joyce is alright ? Brayden nodded , eyeing Josiah

made it clear he was no ordinary

can feel some discomfort because they

trying to understand even though he still looked worried

comfort Joyce and thought about laying her down to help her

crumpled immediately

Do you not like me ? Tara felt a little embarrassed and said , Let me hold

unwell , Josiah didnt understand all these details , but he could not let her go

Tll hold her .

, still cradling Joyec Joyce

should bring you comfort

like you ? He reassured her while rocking her

like you the

Tara , he silently asked if

eyes red , Josiah felt joy when he noticed that Joyce seemed more at ease Josiah Joyce snuggled

Josiah looked down at

a

to drink strawberry milk in his Oh no Josiah groaned , closing his frustration How could I forget to bring some for you ? He genuinely regretted it

, yet he had forgotten to buy

a moment

with one arm while reaching into his pocket for his phone , dialing a number

soon After hanging up , he smiled at Joyce

favorite strawberry milk will be here very With tears sparkling in her eyes , Joyce lunged toward him

are so wonderful ! I like you ,

you too ,

room , Sienna stood quietly

and here was Josiah , with

back the tears in her

, Zach , still trying to figure out the situation , wondered how Josiah could possibly be fnend of a lile girl

was incredibly beautiful one of the loveliest children Zach had

his chin slightly

a bottle for

and handed it

milk you love Jayce stayed still , just opening her

adorably , and she looked a bit happier

Josiahs expression softened .

how to

miss me , just