Chapter 226 Josiah was driving his car at a relaxed pace , especially as he passed the park .
He pulled over and stopped the car .
Lowering the window , he looked outside , hoping to see Joyce However , since Joyce had been in the hospital yesterday , it seemed unlikely .
To his surprise , there she was Joyce was dressed in a warm outfit , sitting on a swing , while a slightly older boy gently pushed her .
Josul opened the car door and stepped out .
The boy asked Are you having fun ? Jovor said .
Uh huh ! Would d you like to go even higher ! .
Yes , please ! Joyce .
Josiah walked over to her , grabbing the swings ropes .
With her hat and mask covering most of her face , only her big eyes were visible .
When she saw him , her face lit up with a smile .
Josiah ? Joyce exclaimed , jumping down from the swing , which made Josiah quickly reach out to lift her into his arms .
Josiah , she snuggled against his shoulder , instinctively knowing .
Did you come to find me ! Yes , I did .
Josiah raised an eyebrow , unable to hide a smile Is there something you need from me ? Yes Grinning , Josiah took out a small jewelry box from his pocket , showing it to Joyce .
This is for you , Joyce .
I need you to take a look and see if you like it.
Joyces eyes sparkled with joy as she exclaimed , Wow ! Its Minnie ! Its so beautiful she reached out with her gloved hands to grab it but hesitated .
Whats the matter ! Josiah raised his brow .
Dont you like it ? I do ! Joyce nodded eagerly , but a hint of uncertainty lingered .
But Mommy taught me not to take other peoples things .
Josiah thought about how attentive this little girl was , her mother had really taught her good values .
Dont worry .
He gently ruled Joyces hair .
We are friends ; Minnie got a bit mischievous and ran away , so I caught two company Josiah .
Joyces sparkling eyes seemed to glisten with dew , touched that he remembered her lost Minnie .
With open arms , she hugged him .
Thank you , Josiah ! I like your of them to keep you Her words warmed Josiahs h heart .
Me too He removed a hairpin from the box .
Would you like me to put it in your hair ! Yes , please ! She was excited to wear the two Minnies All set Joyce , unable to see , gently touched her head .
Josiah , do I look pretty ? Absolutely Josiah smiled .
You are the most beautiful little princess in the world ! Giggling happily , Joyce beamed .
Thank you , Josiah ! No need to thank me While captivated by Joyces adorable look , Josh fell growing concern , he had known since their first meeting that her health was fragile but didnt know her specific illness .
Given their joyful connection , perhaps he could help her .
He started , Joyce … Suddenly , the guardian , Tara , rushed over Joyce ! She quickly snatched Joyce from Josiahs arms and offered a stiff smile to him.
Hello Hello Joyce Tara pointed to the hairpin in Joyces hair .
Return them to Josiah , alright After watching the earlier exchange , she expected nothing more than a quick chat , so she was surprised Joyce accepted gifts.
Please , not Joyce held her little hands up to protect the hairpins .
They were a gift from Josiah ! I like them 1/2 Chapter 226 Dont be naughty Its alright .
Josiah said with a smile to lighten the mood .
They were a gift for Joyce ; theyre not valuable .
But Before Tara could continue her scolding , Josiah waved goodbye to Joyce .
Tmn heading off now ; Bye.
Joyce said .
Goodbye , Josiah .
Not far away , Sienna stood frozen in shock .
Those Minnies were a gift from Josiah to Joyce ! They know each other ! Even more surprising .
Joyce seems to like him ! How did things get this far ? What did I miss ! When Tara returned with Joyce , Sienna was already home .
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Tara mumbled , Oh ! Siennas shoes are here ; she must be back ! Oh no , shes going to be angry ! Sienna approached .
Whats going on ? Why would I be angry ? Mommy ! Joyces big eyes sparkled as she ran into her mothers arms .
Youre back ! Good girl Sienna lifted her , helping her take off her heavy coat .
Look , Tara pointed to Joyces head , unable to hide what had happened from Sienna , her employer .
Joyce has a new friend named Josiah , and he gave her two hairpins .
Thats the guy from the park , she added , recalling her earlier mention Mommy ! Before Sienna could respond , Joyce pulled at her arm , shaking it .
Josiah is a good person A good person ? Tara scoffed , tilting her head at Joyce .
Just because he gave you hairpins , hes a good person ? Its just a pair of hairpins .
Theyre not worth anything ! Shaking her head , Tara rolled up her sleeves and headed toward the kitchen .
Ill let your mother deal with you ; Im off to cook .
Sienna stayed silent , focused on the hairpins in Joyces hair , her brow furrowed .
They were no ordinary accessories ; while Tara thought they were just rhinestones , each stone was actually a real diamond .
Joyce Sienna spoke , her tone serious .
Taras right ; its not okay to accept gifts like this .
Take off those hairpins and return them to Josiah when you see him again Sienna felt overwhelmed , grappling with the sudden closeness between Joyce and Josiah and unsure how to manage it all .
She felt a deep fear .
Come here .
Sienna reached out her hand to Joyce .
Mommy will help you take them off No , no ! Joyce covered her head , looking at Sienna .
These were a gift from Josiah ! I love them ! I dont want to take them off What ? Sienna was caught off guard ; her daughter had always listened to her .
This was Joyces first act of defiance , all because of Josiah , a father who had never taken responsibility .
Siennas face darkened Joyce ! I asked you to take off the hairpins ; did you hear me ? Joyce trembled at her mothers stern voice , tears welling in her eyes .
Mommy is being unreasonable ! She turned and ran to her room , declaring .
I wont listen to you anymore !
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