Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance

Chapter 301 In the evening.

Sienna bathed Joyce and laid her on the bed, gently drying her hair with a soft towel.

Just as she was finishing up.

Tara with smedicine.

Joyer, its tfor your medicine.

Joyce pouted and snuggled up to her mom.

Mommy, medicine doesnt taste good a walked in No one likes taking medicine, especially little Joyce, During the first diagnosis, Sienna often had to think hard about fun ways to get her daughter to take it Over time, Joyce learned to take her medicine withod fass Sienna felt a warm glow in her heart, realizing her daughter was just looking for sThe medicine may not taste great, but its really good for you, Sienna said gently, tapping Joyces little nose.

It protects you, sweetheart, and helps.

you feel bener.

Havent you noticed youve been a bit more comfortable lately? Yes Joyce nodded, her big eyes blinking, Sienna pointed to Joyces mouth.

Lets open the tunnel and let the medicine in to help you.

okay? Okay! Joyce opened her mouth wide, declaring .

The tunnel is open! Here we go.

Sienna quickly put the medicine in Joyces mouth .

Joyce gulped the water down and said.

Mommy, check! Wow Sienna cradled her daughters face and seriously looked at her teeth.

Your teeth are so beautiful ! Joyce blinked her pretty eyes, a bit confused.

She wondered why Sienna was suddenly giving compliments.

Joyce wrapped her arms around Siennas neck.

Because Im your baby! Sienna laughed, hugging her daughter and gendy swaying her.

Joyce was truly a delightful little flatterer.

Since it was Joyces first night on a new medication, Sienna stayed alert, checking now and then to see if her daughter was uncomfortable.

Gradually, she noticed that Joyce felt a bit warm.

Joyce kept her eyes closed, murmuring softly, unable to find a comfortable position to rest.

Sienna go up, lifted Joyce into her arms, and softly patted her back.

Are you feeling unwell? Dont cry; Mommy is here! Joyce didnt wake up, resting drowsily against her moms shoulder as her murmurs faded.

Siennas phone on the nightstand lit up.

It was a message from Josiah .

[ Did I wake you? I wanted to check on Joyce.

Is she alright after taking the medicine? If shes feeling unwell, letknow anytime.

] Not wanting to disturb Joyce, Sienna held her close with one arm while replying.

She has a slight fever and isnt sleeping well.

I need to hold her close.

No other concerns for now Josiah held his phone, his brow wrinkled.

He realized Joyce was having side effects from the medicine.

[Is her fever high ] Sienna ( No, just slightly.

) Josiah kept holding his phone, unsure of how to reply for a long time.

It was clear that Sienna and Joyce were struggling with Joyce feeling unwell.

Sienna was working hard to take care of her.

He wished he could help Sienna, but he knew she wouldnt accept it.

Sienna laid her phone down and took Joyce to the kitchen.

She got a ice pack from the fridge and placed in on Joyces forehead, changing in periodically. medical Joyce felt a bit better, resting against her mom and making fewer signs of discomfort. Sienna tried to lay her down, but as soon as Joyce touched the bed, Joyce began to cry.

Sienna quickly picked her up.

Dont cry, Mommy is holding you.

Being held by Siena, Joyce calmed down again.

Upable to set her down, Sienna continued to hold Joyce and leaned back against the headboard for a moment of rest in the early morning hours.

As dawn cnear, Sienna felt Joyces forehead; she was no longer warm and seemed to be sleeping soundly. Sienna carefully laid her down, and Joyce didnt wake up.

1/3 7:26 AM Chapter 301 With a sigh of relief, Sienna seized the chance to close her eyes fa It was another message from Josiah .

eyes for a brief of moment of rest.

Just as she was about to fall asleep, her phone rang again.

Josiah [ Ive been in touch with Xenon.

Please bring Joyce in today.

Tell Xenon about last nights events so he can ease our worries.

] Sienna: Alright.

] Josiah : [ How did you manage last night! Did you rest well? ] Sienna paused for two seconds before putting her phone down without replying.

Meanwhile, Josiah held his phone, waiting silently for her response.

A bitter smile crept onto her lips: Sienna no longer felt the need to pretend in front of him.

She couldnt even pretend to appreciate his concern.

After daybreak, at the stas the day before, Sienna went back to the hospital with Joyce in her arms . After the check up, Tara took Joyce outside to play, and only after Joyce had left did Josiah dare to approach. Xenon motioned for them to calm down.

Its normal to feel sdiscomfort after changing medication in the beginning.

Being cautious is wise.

Sienna felt a small weight lift off her shoulders.

Is there anything that needs to be done? Not at this time, Xenon shook his head.

If conditions worsen, like if she has a high fever, or if a low fever lasts for a week, or if there are gastrointestinal symptoms, cto me. Sienna nodded, a hint of relief on her face.

Thank you, Xenon Youre welcome.

As they exited the consultation room, Sienna looked at Josiah .

Ill go get Joyce; you can handle your matters.

Josiah didnt respond, staring at the dark circles under her eyes and knowing she hadnt slept well all night .

He swallowed hard.

Sienna, youve been through a lo Sienna paused, understanding what he meant.

Its nothing really.

Taking care of my own child is simply what a mom should do.

With a faint smile, she added.

Joyce is waiting for me, so Ill head out now.

Alright.

Josiah stayed where he was, watching her walk away, his gaze deepening.

He murmured to himself, What a mom should do... He thought.

What about me, as a dad! I havent cared for Joyce even for a single day gand zi ! What can I do long to see my daughter every day, to care for her and her mother.... but how can I earn that right In the garden, Sienna found Joyce.

Joyce had struggled with a low fever all night but now looked per cheeks flushed as she ran across the grass Mommy! Can you make cheesy sweet potators fortoday? I want to bring sfor Seth ! Sure.

During the car ride back to Sunshine Neighborhood, Joyce chatted non stop.

Tara held a water bottle and offered, Are you thirsty, little darling! Drink swater.

Water ! Jo Joyce leaped into Taras embrace, just as Siennas phone rang Derek was calling Startled, Sienna hurriedly answered, Hello, Derek.

Sienna, have you changed your mind! Am I doomed? No.

Sienna apologized profusely.

Im so sorry, Derek.

Things cup at home.

Will you cover now! Is it alright forto cover now! Of course!