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 Joyce

said , Joyce , you did great ! All done with the examination ? He pulled

! This is your reward !

her sniffles , lacking

Brayden and asked , Youre sure Joyce is alright ? Brayden nodded , eyeing Josiah warily , unsure of his connection to

clear he was no ordinary man

During exams , kids can feel

understand even

and thought about laying her down

crumpled

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

to be held when theyre feeling unwell , Josiah didnt understand

Tll hold her .

shook his head , still cradling Joyec

should bring you comfort

not like you ? He reassured her while rocking her gently in

you

silently

joy when he noticed that Joyce seemed more at ease Josiah Joyce snuggled against him

looked down at her

looked a

to drink strawberry milk in his Oh no Josiah groaned , closing his frustration How could I forget to bring

Joyce many times , yet

wait a

one arm while reaching into his pocket

944 ry soon After hanging up ,

? Your favorite strawberry milk will be here very With tears sparkling in

are so wonderful ! I like you ,

, very

patient room , Sienna stood quietly

, and here was Josiah , with their It was amazing how connected this father

the tears in her eyes , and

awaited strawberry milk , Zach , still trying to figure out the situation , wondered

the

tilted his chin

bottle for

and handed it to Josiah Josiah

Jayce stayed still , just opening

her checks puffed adorably ,

Josiahs expression softened .

really know how to enjoy y

to miss me , just give me a call