Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance

Chapter 390

She never expected him to say that. In that moment, it felt like a long needle had pierced her heart, leaving her feeling both sour and pained, a sensation that quickly spread throughout her body.

Standing in the light, Sienna pressed her lips together and forced a smile at him.

"I don't like you. You won't be able to wait for me, so don't."

With that, she suddenly turned around, and the smile vanished from her face. Josiah stood there, stunned, his heart twisted in mockery. He thought, 'Does she really refuse to give me even a fleeting thought?'

His phone buzzed. It was a message from Zach, containing information about Conner.

The details revealed his family background: his father was a university professor, and his mother ran a chain of supermarkets. Conner had just returned from studying abroad, preparing to take over his mother's business.

Josiah's brows furrowed when he saw that Conner was actually two years younger than Sienna. He couldn't believe he lost to a kid running a supermarket. Was he really that inadequate in Sienna's eyes?

*****

Back at the apartment, the moment the door opened, Joyce rushed in, throwing herself into Sienna's arms.

"Mommy, you're back! I missed you so much!"

"I missed you too, Joyce."

The little girl's chubby hands pressed against Sienna's face, her big eyes blinking inquisitively. "Mommy, are you not feeling well?"

"Huh?" Sienna paused, shaking her head. "No, why do you ask, sweetheart?" "Because you look kind of sad," Joyce tilted her head and said innocently. Sienna's heart skipped a beat. Was she really that obvious?

"Mommy." The little one suddenly leaned against Sienna's shoulder and whispered, "Is it because the uncle won't come to our house anymore?"

Sienna was surprised, her mouth opening slightly in shock.

Joyce asked again, "Is that why you're sad, Mommy?"

Kids aren't stupid. Josiah hadn't visited in days, and even though Sienna told Joyce he was busy, the little girl sensed something was up.

"Mommy's not sad at all," Joyce chimed in, gently patting Sienna's shoulder. "Josiah isn't good! Just ignore him! Mommy has me!"

In that instant, Sienna's heart ached, her eyes welling with tears. She had been worried about what to say if Joyce kept bringing up Josiah.

was so considerate. While Sienna was

while holding back her

having a gathering this weekend. I just sent the details to your phone. Get ready and dress up a bit. Make

it, thanks,

was held at a villa in Flower Bay, owned by the main investor of the web series

a formal interview; Charles just wanted Sienna to make

most valuable asset was simply herself. She needed to showcase that to

*****

Reyna knocked on Conner's door but

to see that

a chair and sat down. She was here to persuade Conner to

the money was all in their mother and Conner's hands. Reyna had been wanting a car for a while, but her mom wouldn't buy her one, so she

bit bored waiting, Reyna started to wander

up a bag from the table, instantly recognizing the BMW

She opened it to find a car purchase invoice

The sound of water stopped in

and Conner came out.

over,

from her hands, and Stuffed

barge into my room and mess with my stuff? I'm your brother. Show some respect. You have

you being so harsh?" Reyna was taken aback, pointing at the bag. "The car is for me, right? Are you trying

"I'm really happy! Thank

her off, still frowning. "When

keep saying I am ill-mannered?" Reyna protested, sticking her neck out defiantly. She pointed at the bag, puzzled. "If it's not for me, then who's it

not about to let her

in anger. "Conner,

spun around

complain to Tania. When Tania found out that her

sister, she couldn't help

sealed. "That's

a girlfriend?" Tania's curiosity was piqued. Usually,

cars.

Conner replied, showing signs of impatience. "Can't I have a