Caught In His Embrace A Second Chance Romance novel Chapter 20

Summary for Chapter 20: Caught In His Embrace A Second Chance Romance

Chapter Summary: Chapter 20 – Caught In His Embrace A Second Chance Romance by Isla Ritter

In Chapter 20, a key moment in the Romance novel Caught In His Embrace A Second Chance Romance, Isla Ritter delivers powerful storytelling, emotional shifts, and critical plot development. This chapter deepens the reader’s connection to the characters and sets the stage for upcoming revelations.

Chapter 20 The phone rang and rang , but Josiah didnt answer .

Sienna frowned and let out a sigh , figuring he was likely tied up with some business lunch or another .

She had no choice but to wait .

Another hour passed , and it was 230 PM .

Only thirty minutes left before her 3 oclock meeting with Josiah .

Suddenly , her phone buzzed , and it was Josiah .

Without wasting second , she answered , Hello , its me Maybe because he was finally free of her , Josiah sounded uncharacteristically cheerful .

Hey , did you call ? I was just swamped .

After a brief pause , he asked .

Where are you ? At the courthouse already ? If you are , just hang tight .

Ill be there soon- Josiah .

Sienna cut him off , stumbling over her word .

Uh , sorry , think I cant make it today .

Can we reschedule ? Just for one day .

I promise Ill be there on time tomorrow .

Josiah went silent .

Then , a cold , sarcastic laugh came through , barely hiding his anger .

Sienna , youre doing it again , arent you ? Even now , youre still trying ? How long are you going to keep bothering me ? Sienna shook her head , No , I didnt Josiah brushed her off , speaking through gritted teeth , Sienna , hated you back then , and I still do now .

Stop living fantasy in a I swear I didnt , Sienna said , her voice tinged with desperation .

Dont worry .

Ill go through with the divorce .

But Im stuck at Bacchus Bridge now .

Its not just me there are a lot of peopl Why would she be at Bacchus Bridge ? Shes just making excuses , Josiah scoffed , clearly not buying it .

Really ? What a convenient coincidence .

I dont care where youre stuck .

You better listen crawl your way here if you have to .

This divorce is happening today , he shouted before hanging up .

Hello ? Sienna stared at her phones dark screen , feeling utterlyst .

After what Josiah had just said , she was out of options The roads were still blocked , so shed have to hoof it Its better than crawling , right ? she thought bitterly , letting out aamirthless chuckle .

Then she slung her bag over her shoulder and stepped out of the car .

A gust of wind , laced with rain , hit her like a ton of bricks .

She raised her arm to shield herself , but it was pretty futile .

The rain was relentless , and she was umbrella less .

Sighing , she steeled herself and pressed on .

With a hoodie on , she yanked the hood over her head , praying it would offer some protection .

Unfortunately , it wasnt much help .

The rain was coming down in buckets , and it wasnt long before she was drenched , the hood plastered to her head , making her feel miserable .

To make matters worse , her stomach was in knots .

Sienna clutched her abdomen , gritting her teeth as she slogged through the downpour .

After about half an hour of walking , she reached the spot where the highway bridge had collapsed .

By then , she was completely soaked .

Traffic officers had blocked off the street , and firefighters were clearing the rubble .

Ambulances were lined up like a long Train .

1/3 22:21 Sat , Jan Gu · Chapter 20 Hey ! A traffic officer stopped Sienna as she walked over .

This arra is being cleared , and the road isnt open yet .

I know , Sienna said , forcing a smile .

I have an emergency .

I can slip through on my own .

I promise I wont hold you up or get in the way The traffic officer sized her up .

Where did you come from ? Youre drenched From Bacchus Bridge , Sienna replied .

What ? The officer looked surprised .

Thats quite a trek .

You walked all the way here ? Yeah Sienna nodded , pressing her palms together in a pleading gesture .

Did you spot me ? Or have you gone inside already ? I see you .

Hold on .

Josiah hung up and stepped out of his car .

He came alone , holding a black umbrella as he walked toward Sienna Taking in her wet hair and clothes splattered with mud , he couldnt hide his frown .

Where have you been ? You look a mess .

22:21 Sat , Jan 4 GU Chapter 20 Lets go .

Sienna said without answering , rubbing her nose .

This wont affect the divorce .

Siennal Josiah reached out and grabbed her arm without thinking What are you doing ? Shocked , Sienna pulled back and stared at him .

Ive told you a million times .

Dont touch me Josiah was caught off guard .

There it was again that look in her eyes , a mix of fear and revulsion when he touched her .

70 % Does she dislike me ? he thought , a tight , uneasy feeling gripped his chest .

He yelled in frustration , Are you untouchable at all ! What did I ever do to you ? Are you out of your mind ? Sienna clutched her stomach , the cold rain and her frantic rush having intensified her pain .

She bit her lower lip , her face turning pale .

She nodded , Yeah , Im out of my mind .

But dont worry , were about to divorce , so it wont matter anymore .

Youre only saying that because you know we cant get the certificate today , arent you ? Josiah scoffed , rolling his eyes .

What ? Sienna looked confused , staring at his cold , hard expression .

Stop pretending .

Josiah snapped , not bothering to look her way .

You show up just as the courthouse is closing .

You really went out of your way to avoid the divorce .