Chapter 211
i that moment, Josiah froze completely, unable to move.
Despite appearing dominant in his relationship with Sienna, it had always been Sienna who held the reins..
Josiah couldn’t live without her. But she treated d him with a push–and–pull indifference, as if she could walk away at any time.
And now, as Sienna clung to him, it felt like he was her entire world.
Josiah hesitated for less than a second before leaning down and embracing her tightly. Her scent filled his senses.
It was 50
Josiah,” she murmured his name.
“Huh?” Josiah responded.
“I don’t feel so well. Can you take ALE down the e mountain?” she said softly.
“Sure.” Josiah glanced down at her, his hand brushing her cheek. It felt cool, as did her hands
Without delay, Josiah scooped her up and hurried down the mountain.
He opened the car door and carefully placed her inside. Grabbing a bottle of water, he twisted it open and brought it to her lips. “Drink some water.”
“Okay,” Sienna managed a few sips before shaking her head, signaling shed had enough.
Josiah wanted to ask if something had happened to her on the mountain.
But her pale complexion stopped him. Instead, he gendy brushed back a strand of her hair. “Close your eyes and get some rest.
“Okay,” Sienna replied. She nodded and leaned back weakly, closing her eyes.
The car started, and Josiah, worried that Sienna might be cold, turned up the heater a bit. He didn’t dare to drive too fast, afraid of aggravating her discomfort
Sienna’s head tilted to the side, her eyes shut as if she were drifting into a dream.
Josiah couldn’t see her face, only hear her faint, distressed murmurs. Unable to suppress his concern, he pulled the car over to the side of the road.
Taking her hand, he whispered, “Sienna” Are you awake?”
Sienna didn’t respond. Her soft murmuring continued. “Mom…”
Josiah leaned closer and heard her more clearly. Sienna was calling for her mother.
“Mom, I’m sorry, I was wrong. I’m so sorry… she mumbled.
“What does this mean? Why is Sienna apologizing to her mother? And in her sleep? Josiah wondered.
“I was wrong. I’m sorry… Sienna’s voice trailed off, filled with sorrow.
At that moment, she was utterly heartbreaking.
Josiah quietly embraced her, murmuring gently into her ear, “Don’t cry, Your mom won’t blame you.”
He didn’t know the full story.
But he believed that no mother would ever truly blame her child, well, except for certain cold–hearted animals.
the stillness, Sienna slowly opened her eyes, gazing at him in confusion.
“You’re awake?“Josiah asked, his hand brushing her face. Her skin was warmer than before, which gave him some relief.
He wiped away the tears at the comers of her eyes. “You had a nightmare earlier, so I stopped to hold you and comfort you. Are you feeling any
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better now?”
Sienna hadn’t been fully asleep earlier. Her mind was in a detached state.
She had a vague awareness of what Josiah did and knew he wasn’t lying. She nodded slightly.
1 feel better. Let’s keep going,” she said.
It was already dark. If it rained or snowed, the roads could become hazardatis,
“Alright.” Josiah agreed.
He started the car and resumed driving
As they entered the city, Josiah glanced at Sienna. “How about staying at Silver Beach tonight?”
He was genuinely worried about her.
“No,” Sienna said, frowning and shaking her head, “Take me back to Sunshine Neighborhood
She longed to see Joyce. She wanted to be with her.
“Sienna…” Josiah began.
“Yes or no?” Sienna snapped, her irritation flaring as she whipped her head toward him, her eyes blazing. “If you won’t take me, stop the car. right now
Her hand was already gripping the door handle
“Okay,” he said.
Faced with her vehement refusal, he had no other cholec
Josiah had no choice but to agree. With a turn of the steering wheel, he headed toward Sunshine Neighborhood.
Stop it
The car fell into a sudden silence. Through the rearview mirror, Josiah stole glances at Sienna and silently reminded himself to understand her
Sienna missed her mother today. She wasn’t in a good mood.
While he was worried about her, he knew be needed to be patient
“What’s the rush? We’ve only just reconciled; he thought to himself. Take it slow.
The dynamics between men and women always improved with time.
As usual, Josiah parked at the entrance of Sunshine Neighborhood. He wanted to walk her inside. “Sienna, let me talk to the security guard”
“There’s no need. Sienna waved him off. “Thank you for today. I’m really tired and just want some time alone to clear my head. I’ll call you
tomorrow.
After saying this, she suddenly leaned in, pressing a quick kiss on his lips. “Bye–bye. Goodnight.”
“Bye–bye…” That kiss left Josiah utterly dazed. From his heart to his fingertips, he felt a tingling warmth spreading through him.
He stared at Sienna’s retreating figure, completely entranced. “Goodnight…
Sienna always knew how to keep him on his toes.
Initially, Josial planned to head back to Silver Beach.
But being there alone, without Sienna, didn’t feel right. He turned his car around and drove to the Flynn residence instead.
After checking in with Linda, he made his way to the backyard.
Howard rested after a rehabilitation scision.
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“Hi, Howard,” Josiah greeted, pulling out a chair to sit slown
Howard glanced at him. “Why are you back here today?”
Just wanted to check in on you and Grandma, Josiah said.
Though his tone was lighthearted, his next question was more serious. “Howard, do you know how Sienna’s parents passed away?”
Unlike Josiah. Howard had been born and raised in the Flynn residence. When Howard met Sienna, Josiah hadn’t yet come to this family,
Therefore. Howard knew more about Sienna than Josiah did
“Sienna’s mother?” Howard frowned slightly, recalling the decails, I heard from Grandma that it was an accident. She went missing for two days, and when they found her, it was at the bottom of a cliff in the mountains. They said she must’ve lost her footing and fallen.”
see. Josiah nodded. “How old was Sienna back then?
“Six or seven.” Howard replied, his gaze narrowing as he studied Josiah “Why are you suddenly asking about this? Have you started caring about Sienna now!”
“Well, L. Josiah felt a little embarrassed by Howard’s observation. It’s my responsibility to care about her. I know I have a lot to work on.” “Since when do you reflect on yourself?” A subtle, unreadable expression crossed Howard’s refined features. “Are you serious about Sienna?” Josiah hesitated briefly but didn’t directly answer the question.
“Howard, this is the first time I’ve actively pursued a woman. I’m not sure if I’m doing it perfectly, but I genuinely want to make it work with Sienna,” he admitted.
That alone proved his sincerity.
For a
a moment, Howard’s feelings were mixed. He gazed at Josiah with a meaningful look and sighed. “You’ve
When a person desires stability, it was a clear sign of maturity
grown up.
Howard’s thoughts drifted to Yvette, and he let out a soft sigh. “Treat Sienna well, Josiah. I’ll be waiting for your wedding
Josiah felt even more flustered. “What are you talking about? You’re older than me. If anyone’s having a wedding first, it’s you and Yvette.
“Me and Yuette? Howard mused.
A faint smile touched his lips, and he patted his leg lightly. “Alright. It will be soon.
Howard reached for his cane and stood up, Josiah quickly moved to support him, but Howard waved him off. “No need. I can manage on my own.
Nearby, Hervey was already waiting for Howard.
Curious, Josiah asked, “Howard, where are you hearling!”
Howard let out a sigh and frowned slightly at Josialı. “Josiah, you,
