Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance

Chapter 117

At Mousea House, when Cedric arrived, only Yosef and Thomas were there..

“What’s going on?” Yosef waved for Cedric to sit down.

Thomas put down the cup he was holding. “Yosef said you were looking for me. What’s up? If I can help. I’ll do what I can.”

“Thanks, Thomas. Time was running out, and thinking of Siennis exhausted and dispirited face, Cedric didn’t waste any time.

He got straight to the point. “Tll be blunt. Here’s the situation…

After hearing Cedric’s words, Thomas’expression was hard to real. This is what happened?”

It was hard to believe. Back then, Josiah had worked so hard to gull Sienna out of a place like Maze and get her into Brenda’s dance studio. And now, before she could even make a name for herself, she was getting kicked out.

“Thomas,” Cedric said urgently. “Isn’t Mrs. Zimmerman close with Ms. Scott? Do you think she can help out?”

“Well…” Thomas hesitated. It was a tricky situation because Josiah had already used that connection once.

But it was hard to refuse, so Thomas nodded. “Alright, I’ll talk to my mom and see what she says.”

Thank you. Thomas, Cedric said.

“Hey,” Thomas waved him off. “Don’t thank me just yet. This might not even work out.”

Thomas had heard his mother say that Brenda was very strict, and the only reason she took Sienna in was because of her skill. But now, it was about the dance studio’s regulations. It was going to be tough.

Hearing this, Cedric’s heart sank, but he still held onto a glimmer of hope. “No matter what happens, I appreciate you trying. Thomas.

“Alright.” Thomas stood up. “I’ll call my mom now.”

Thanks, Thomas Cedric smiled.

The phone call didn’t take long. In a few moments, Thomas returned, holding his phone.

“I talked to her. Now we just have to wait for my mom’s response, said Thomas.

“Okay” Cedric nodded with a furrowed brow, stood up, and glanced at Yosef. “Well, Yosef, I should be going.”

“Huh?” Yosef blocked his

way.

Where are you

are you going? You came all the way here. Why not stay and have a meal with us?”

“No, it’s okay.” Cedric gave a sheepish smile. “Sienna’s in a bad mood about this. She probably hasn’t eaten.

Cedric needed to go check on her, try to get her to eat something, and reassure her

Cedric nodded at Thomas. “Thomas, thank you. I’m going now

“Hey,” Yosef sighed deeply. “He really has fallen for Sienna.”

“It’s normal. I get it.” Thomas wasn’t surprised. “Don’t you think Sienna’s changed a lot?”

She really had. Yosef nodded slightly. “Yeah, she’s grown up.”

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She wasn’t the same loud, dramatic girl she used to be. Now, she was calm, composed, and carried a quiet strength. And with her stunning looks, she had completely transformed

No wonder even Josiah had started taking an interest in her. But the question remained. Was this a blessing or a curse for

Just then, the door to the private room was suddenly pushed open, and Josiah walked in. He’d been delayed a little by traffic.

When they saw him, both Yosef and Thomas exchanged knowing glances and flashed inscrutable smiles.

“What’s going on?” Josiah leaned back on the couch and rolled his eyes. “Are you sick or something?”

Thomas joked. “Something to do with Siema’s illness.

Yosef added. “Jealousy syndrome.”

They exchanged looks. “Modern medicine? Traditional medicine?”

Josiah was stunned for a moment.

“Enough with the jokes.” Thomas straightened up. “Cedric came to see me just now.”

As a friend. it was important to keep Josiah in the loop about what was going on with Sienna. After explaining, Thomas asked Josiah, “What are you planning to do?”

After a brief pause, Josiah scoffed. “Why should I care? Isn’t Cedric already working on it?”

He was her ex–husband. He should know his place.

“Hey.” Thomas sighed and said honestly, “Even if my mom steps in, I don’t think there’s much hope

Cedric returned to 12th Avenue. “Sienna…”

The door opened, and Sienna was surprised to see him back again.

“Don’t be upset.” Cedric’s handsome features were bathed in the soft glow of the orange hallway light. Tm working on finding a way for you.”

He briefly explained the connection between Thomas’s mother and Brenda. “Maybe, it’s not completely hopeless”

Sienna froze for a moment. He left for such a short time, and he was already trying to help her.

Regardless of whether it worked out or not, just the fact that he was putting in this much effort made her feel that, no matter how bad her mood, she couldn’t keep pushing him away.

Sienna gave a faint smile. “Have you eaten?”

“Huh?” Cedric blinked, then shook his head. “No, I haven’t… I was about to ask you…”

“Then let me treat you to a meal. Wait a moment… Sienna turned around, grabbed her bag, and locked the door behind her. “But I can’t afford anything too fancy, so don’t complain.”

“Why would I?” Cedric smiled in return. “Do you think I’m that kind of person?”

She knew he wasn’t like that. If he were, she wouldn’t have dared to invite him out. 12th Avenue was an old, compact part Jeiacrity. Although it wasn’t fashionable, it still had its charm.

Sienna took Cedric to a restaurant. It was the fanciest place she had been since returning to Jeixerity,

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Considering Cedric’s background, she didn’t want to invite him somewhere too cheap The two of them found a secluded booth and ordered their food.

“I heard their food is especially good,” Sienna whispered, her lingers pressed to her lips. “I’m going to have more.

She made a small gesture with her fingers as if to emphasize her point. “Normally, I can’t eat much. With dancing, I have to hold back.”

Especially recently, in preparation for her next performance, she had only been eating half a plate of food each day to stay in the best condition.

“Today, I’m going to cat to my heart’s content,” She said with a list of childlike innocence.

Cedric couldn’t help but laugh. “The way you’re talking about it, how I’m hungry.”

He took off his suit jacket and draped it over the back of the chair, revealing the shirt underneath. Sienna’s gaze paused for a moment, a smile tugging at the corners of her lips.

It was the shirt she made for him. She asked, “Does it fit?”

“Fits perfectly.” Cedric raised his arm. “You didn’t even take my measurements, yet it fits so well.”

“Hey, basic skills.” Sienna smiled, her lips curving. “I learned from my grandmother. I can’t say it’s perfect, but I can usually get it right.”

She added, “Though, the fabric isn’t the best.” It was pure cotton, Cedric’s shirts were all pure wool.

“No way.” Cedric didn’t mind, brushing the sleeve. “It’s a very skin–friendly fabric, and it feels really comfortable.”

Every stitch she sewed into it was made with care. No matter how high–end the fabric, it couldn’t compare to the love and effort she put into it.

“If you like it, then that’s all that matters.” Sienna smiled, her eyes shining with happiness.

It felt wonderful knowing that her feelings were being accepted. She couldn’t be more than joyful.