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.

so considerate. While Sienna was

while holding back her tears. "Mommy has you, so

"Hey, Sienna, we're having a gathering this weekend. I just sent the details to your phone. Get ready and dress up a bit. Make sure to be on time. When

it, thanks, Mr.

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

interview; Charles just wanted Sienna to

or team, her most valuable asset was simply herself. She needed to showcase that to the

*****

"Conner." Reyna knocked on Conner's door

easily. Reyna stepped inside to see that the

chair and sat down. She was here to persuade

Conner's hands. Reyna had been wanting a car for a while, but her mom wouldn't

bit bored waiting, Reyna started to wander around the

this?" She picked up a bag from the table, instantly recognizing the BMW logo

opened it to find a

you bought me a car!" The

and Conner came out.

strode over,

hands, and Stuffed it back into the bag.

a serious face, he frowned. "Who told you to just barge into my room and mess with my stuff? I'm your brother. Show some respect. You

Reyna was taken aback, pointing at the bag. "The car is

smile. "I'm

you!" Conner cut her off, still frowning. "When you've learned some

keep saying I am ill-mannered?" Reyna protested, sticking her neck out defiantly. She pointed at the bag, puzzled. "If

concern," Conner said, not about to let her know. No way was he going to

in anger. "Conner, just

that, she spun around

When Tania found out that her son

car, but it wasn't for his sister, she couldn't

lips sealed. "That's none

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

cars.

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