Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance

Chapter 382 "Josiah? If you don't say anything, I'm coming in!" After receiving no response for so long, Howard anxiously pushed the door open to enter.

The bathroom door swung open, and Josiah stood, dripping wet from the top, with water still dripping from his hair.

That wasn't all. Josiah's face was as pale as paper and seemed completely out of mind, moving like a ghost. Howard thought, 'What's going on?' He wasn't sure what had happened, but he had learned from the nurse that Sienna had visited.

Howard thought, 'It must have something to do with Sienna. Seeing Josiah like this, had they gotten into another argument? And a serious one?' Howard let out an almost inaudible sigh. "Josiah." He wanted to comfort Josiah, but he wasn't good with words. Josiah forced a smile that looked more like he was about to cry. "Howard, you're here?" "Yeah." Howard nodded, full of concern for Josiah. "Your clothes are soaked; go change into something dry. We have treatment later." "Sure, Howard." Josiah's smile grew wider, but it was even more heartbreaking. Howard couldn't bear to look and instructed the caregiver, "Support Mr. Flynn." "Yes," the caregiver replied.

As Josiah went to change, Howard turned around, picked up his phone, and called Yvette. "Josiah has been found." Howard's intent was to keep it from Yvette, hoping Sienna and Josiah could spend more ttogether. But now, things had soured between them. Maybe having someone else around Josiah would help.

After the call, Josiah changed his clothes and cout. The caregiver helped him lie down on the hospital bed.

A nurse cover to administer treatment and noticed his hand was bleeding. "Mr. Flynn's hand needs bandaging." Howard hadn't noticed until the nurse mentioned it. He leaned closer and saw Josiah's hands covered in cuts and bruises, likely from smashing things earlier.

"Thank you," Howard replied.

"It's my duty," the nurse said as she fetched supplies. She cleaned Josiah's wound, applied medication, and bandaged it.

Howard looked at Josiah, unsure how to comfort him. Matters of the heart weren't Howard's forte.

"Josiah!" The door opened as Yvette was wheeled in by a caregiver. "What's happening?" "You're here," Josiah said with a smile, shaking his head. "It's nothing, just a minor injury." Yvette and Howard exchanged a look, not believing him. They've known each other since childhood-surely they could see through him. Josiah's injuries weren't just on the surface; the deeper wound was in his heart.

After the earlier commotion, Josiah's fever rose again.

The doctor cin for a check-up and prescribed more medication. He reprimanded, "How could you let him get soaked? He already has pneumonia; that's a serious mistake." Howard instructed the caregiver, "From now on, keep a close watch on Mr. Flynn. If you can't handle it alone, I'll find someone to assist you." "Yes, Mr. Flynn," the caregiver replied.

A high fever troubled Josiah's heart, making him drift in and out of consciousness.

Once out of the hospital room, Yvette, filled with questions, immediately asked Howard, "Was it Sienna?" Howard remained silent and replied, "I don't know." Yvette sneered, understanding the situation, "You deliberately withheld the news, didn't you? Just to let Sienna hurt Josiah?" Howard wanted to defend himself but couldn't find the right words. "I didn't know it would end up like this." "Howard!" Yvette shook her head in anger, "How many times have I told you that Sienna isn't sincere with Josiah, but you never believed." Howard remained silent, with nothing to refute.

"Go ahead and take care of your things." Yvette calmed down, "I'll stay here with Josiah." Howard hesitated and asked, "How about you?" Yvette shook her head. "It's okay. My leg won't get better quickly, but it's not life-threatening. Can you bear to leave Josiah alone like this?" Howard didn't say much more. "Callif something happens." "Will do," Yvette said.

***** Illness hit hard. Compared to a couple of days ago, Josiah's condition was more severe this time. He had a high fever for two days, never going below 100°F. He was out of it most of the tand was rarely alert.

Yvette sat in a wheelchair by the bed, keeping watch over him.

Josiah's face was bright red with fever, his lips were chapped, and he was soaked with sweat, even his hair was wet.

Yvette held a towel to wipe his sweat and used an ice pack on him, replacing it often. "Josiah, please get better soon." ***** That day, Sienna didn't have any filming in the morning. She planned to go to the hospital with Conner. The purpose was to have Conner checked by the doctor, and Dr. Nelson had set up a series of tests for him.

"The tests look fine," Dr. Nelson said after reviewing the report and asking Conner more about his condition. "Mr. Fischer, you had surgery three months ago?" Conner nodded honestly. "Yes. It was because of injuries from a car crash that affected my liver." However, since it was accident-related, there weren't any lasting issues after the surgery.

"I see," Dr. Nelson nodded, "According to the report, you've been recovering well. But..." He glanced at Sienna. "If you're planning for a bone marrow transplant, you'll need to wait another three months. Bone marrow transplants have strict requirements for the donor." "Wait even more?" Conner was the first to question, "Can't it be any faster, Dr. Nelson? I'm fine." The doctor chuckled, "Whether there's a problem or not isn't for you to decide. It requires a professional medical judgment." "Firstly," the doctor explained, "Mr. Fischer, you've just had a major surgery, and it's too soon for another operation. Your liver needs tto recover; rushing into surgery could cause organ failure.

"Secondly, an immediate operation isn't an option. You need high-protein therapy first. Meanwhile, you should engage in sphysical exercise and receive psychological support to reduce surgical risks." "But..." Conner still thought it was too slow.

Sienna frowned slightly, "Didn't you understand what the doctor said?" om Besides, three months was much better than the endless wait they had before. She couldn't ignore Conner's health just for Joyce's sake. "Dr. Nelson, I'll follow your advice. You handle the arrangements," Sienna said.

"Alright," Dr. Nelson nodded, "I'll prescribe smedicine for you. Remember to take it daily, and I'm refer you to a counselor, so make En.

sure to go on time." He handed him a booklet, "This is an exercise guide. Take it hand follow it." "Okay." Conner accepted it seriously. Dr. Nelson turned to Sienna. "I'll begin scheduling the surgery date, but you'll still need to wait for an available slot. As soon as the date is set, I'll inform you immediately." Hearing this, Sienna's voice caught, tears almost coming out. "Okay. Thank you, Dr. Nelson." "You're welcome," Dr. Nelson smiled.

After they left the doctor's office, Conner went to the pharmacy to get the medicine. "Sienna, wait here for me." "Okay." Sienna stood in place. Suddenly, there was a commotion in the lobby, turning the already crowded place into a noisy chaos.

"Quick! Stop her! Don't let her get away!" Sienna had no idea what was happening when a woman ran straight into her.