Caught In His Embrace: A Second Chance Romance

Chapter 18 Before Thomas and Yosef could say anything.

Cedric sprayed bi champagne everywhere.

Embarrassed, he quickly apologized, Sorry, but Josiah, thats such a cliche.

Using lines like that to impress girls these days will definitely get you turned down.

Josiah looked at him, confused.

Thomas and Yosef exchanged glances and burst into laughter, Oh man.

Thomas patted Josiah on the shoulder.

You got roastell by a kid, huh? Josiah laughed helplessly, brushing Thomass hand away.

He then lifted his gaze back to the stage it felt so familiar, but he just couldnt place it.

As the song ended, Sienna removed her hat, placed it over her chest, and gave a slight bow to the audience.

The crowd erupted in cheers.

Hey, dont just take off the hat.

What about that mask too? Yeah, that dance was amazing, and what a body! I wonder what the looks like. Con! No matter how loud the crowd got, Sienna just smiled, dipped into a slight knee bend, and twirled her way back to the wings.

Hey, why did you leave? Dont go ! If you wont take off the mask, at least give us another dance.

Sienna didnt glance back, leaving the buzzing crowd in her wake as she made her way to her dressing room. Soon, Henry walked in with a big grin on his face.

Sienna, your jazz performance was amazing ! Sienna stood up, smiling humbly.

Youre flattering me, Mr.

White .

I was just doing my normal dance.

No need to be modest Henry waved his hand tically.

Just like I expected, everyone outside is talking about you.

I told you, youre going to be a star.

So, Mr.

White, I really dont have to perform again tonight? Sienna asked.

Earlier, Henry had said she only needed to prepare one piece.

But he had also mentioned he wasnt sure how it would play out on stage, so theyd have to play it by ear.

Now that her performance was over, he still hadnt sent over a second outfit.

She figured they were sticking to the original plan, but she wasnt entirely sure.

Yep, no more dancing tonight, Henry confirmed.

If you go out there again, all that mystery youve built will disappear.

People want what they cant have.

You know what thats called? Hunger marketing, Sienna replied.

Bingo! Henry clapped his hands and laughed.

Youre good to head hfor the night.

Theres nothing more on the agenda.

Sienna was surprised and a bit embarrassed But I only performed one dance.

1/3 Chapter 18 Thats plenty, Henry reassured her .

Its just the start, and one performance keeps the mystery alive, Later, as you make more appearances, there will be more work and social events.

Ce ready for that.

Of course, on top of your base salary from the contract, youll ao earn bonuses and commissions later on. Just hangin there Sienna nodded, I understand.

Thanks, Mr.

White Henry chuckled.

No need to be so formal.

Its all on your talent Keep up the good work.

Yes, Mr.

White, Sienna replied as she saw him out, then sat down to take off her makeup.

She mused to herself, So, Ill only be at the clubs for about four hours each night, just for one dance routine.

Even with rehearsals, its not that tiring.

It looks like I can find a part tjob during the day.

More money never hurts.

After wiping off her makeup and slipping back into her regular clothes, Sienna left the dressing room.

She slung her bag over her shoulder and headed out of Maze.

Wait! Miss, up there! a young guy called out from behind her.

Confused, Sienna turned around to see Cedric a few steps away.

He was nearly six foot three, slim, young, and really handsa total sunny guy.

Sienna pointed at herself, unsure.

Are you calling me? Yep, Cedric replied, stepping closer and holding out a key pouch.

Is this yours? Sienna glanced down and realized it was indeed hers.

She felt her backpack, puzzled.

How did it fall out? Here you go, Cedric smiled as he handed it to her.

Just watch out and make sure it doesnt slip away again Thanks a lot, Sienna smiled back, her voice sincere.

If the key pouch were lost, she couldnt get into her house tonight, and hiring someone to unlock it would be pretty expensive.

Youre welcome.

Cedric stared at her, feeling like he knew her from somewhere.

Without thinking, he blurted out, Havent we met before? You look really familiar.

Sienna paused, a smile playing on her lips before she let out a light chuckle.

Isnt that a bit of a cliché pickup line ? I ... Cedric froze, his face turning red.

He shook his head and hands, insisting, No, youve got it wrong.

I really just think you look familiar.

Sienna didnt need him to explain.

Clutching the key pouch, she said, Thanks again, goodbye.

She smiled and turned to walk away.

Cedric watched her leave, tapping his forehead.

Why did I have to be so blunt? Whos gonna buy that? I just called Josiah old fashioned, and now Im acting the sway.

He sighed, deep and heavy.

What a pity.

That girl is stunning.

I wonder if shes just passing through or if she works around here.

Will I ever run into her again? Before dawn the next day, Sienna woke up it was that tof the month, and her stomach hurt so much it pulled her from sleep. She had never experienced this kind of pain before she had the baby.

But after giving birth, she couldnt even afford to catch her breath.

Struggling to cover her basic needs, she was worn out to the bone.

Chapter 18 Ever since then, shed been dealing with a lot of pain every month.

As the years went by, she had times, shed avoid dancing and just tough it out until it was over got used to it.

During those Sienna got up and attached a heating pad inside her clothes to case the pain a bit.

Even though she didnt have to dance today, she had simportant errands to run.

Today was Fionas memorial day.

Sienna had just returned to Jejar rity and had been really busy, so she hadnt had a chance to visit Fionas grave.

With the memorial day upon her, it seemed like the perfect chance to finally do so.

By the tSienna left the house, it wasnt even eight oclock.

Just as she got into her car, her phone rang, and it was Josiah, She frowned and answered Whats up? Usually shes the one always reaching out to me, but now it sounds like Im the clingy one, Josiah thought, feeling a pang of irritation. Well, cant I call you just because ? I didnt mean that.

So, do you need anything? Sienna asked, putting up with his bad temper.

She couldnt help but wonder how she ever liked someone like him a total hothead.

Meetat the courthouse at 3 PM today, Josiah said, his voicecy.

Sienna realized it was about the divorce.

But today? She hesitated and asked, Could we do it another day? What? Another day? Which day exactly? Josiah snapped back, his tone sarcastic.

Realizing he misunderstood, Sienna quickly added, How about tomorrow? Would that work? Just one day delay

Josiah, convinced it was one of her maneuvers, sneered, Postpone it by You just dont a day, then an Want to do another Vaul want to go to the courthouse, do you COMMENT SEND GIFT 22:21 Sat ? , Jan 4