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79. "The Shadow She Left"
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Dying As Guard, Awakening As Bride 80. "Car Chased"
[“We have to meet, Hunter.”]Hunter quickly glanced at Victoria's message on his phone. He was eager to see her, but...“You seem preoccupied, Hunter,” Martin observed, noticing his secretary's distraction with his phone.Hunter hastily pocketed his phone and faced his boss. “Oh, no, I'm not.”“You've seemed quite busy lately,” Martin remarked, flipping through some papers.“I've just been handling the fallout from the scandal, Sir.”“I understand. Please reschedule my appointment for later. I'm not feeling well and need to rest,” Martin stated.‘If that’s the case, then I can go,’ Hunter thought to himself.“This is noted, Sir,” he responded.“You can go now.”Hunter exited the office. As he shut the door, Martin glanced in his direction.Without Martin around, Hunter seized the chance to finally meet Victoria. He quickly messaged her the meeting spot and then drove away from Martin's place.From the window, Martin observed Hunter's car driving off. He grabbed his phone and placed a
Dying As Guard, Awakening As Bride 81. "Accident In The Kitchen"
"I am sorry, Sir. I lost Secretary Hunter," a report came from the other line.Martin closed his eyes briefly before reopening them and bringing the phone back to his ear. "What happened?""He sped up out of nowhere, almost like he knew I was tailing him. Then, he darted across the street right before the light changed."'He's not someone to drive recklessly,' Martin thought.In the depth of his mind, he recalled someone who could drive like that. There was a day before when he was going to be late for his meeting. His bodyguard, Vic, proposed that day to drive.'I reached my destination in time. But after that, I told her not to drive for me again,' Martin chuckled at that thought."Sir?" the man who overheard Martin asked.He faked a cough and replied, "Nothing. Just do a better job next time." Then he hung up the call.Martin slouched in his chair."It was already difficult for me to accept that Victoria is Vic," he murmured.His mind told him he was mistaken. But his heart disagre
Dying As Guard, Awakening As Bride 82. "Until My Anger Subsides"
Seeing how Victoria ran towards Martin instead of staying by Gray's side is more painful than the burn on his arms.'She worked for him as a guard for many years. Of course, the habit of protecting Martin is understandable. But…' Gray tried to make sense of everything.But he was really hurt. He wished Victoria would totally forget any feelings she had with Martin in the past. After all, Gray is the man she chooses to love. "We need to get to the hospital!" Victoria exclaimed, examining Gray's wound. She turned to the crew and yelled, "Hurry, call an ambulance!"Gray winced in pain, unable to do anything but watch the panic on his girlfriend's face. It was the same look she had when she threw herself to protect Martin from the explosion. Gray despised it.An ambulance was called, and Gray was taken to the hospital. While he was being treated, Martin and Victoria waited outside the emergency room with the rest of the crew."Are you two really okay?" the producer asked as he approached
Dying As Guard, Awakening As Bride 83. "Lunch Together"
Just like Victoria’s request, Hunter observed Zoe’s bodyguard, Ian.In the mansion, Ian is a bright person who is loved by many people. He always smiles, and he helps people in need.But that fact that he changed his name and once went into prison are enough for Hunter not to be fooled by his outer characteristic.He carefully watched Ian’s very move. Until one day, Ian behaved differently than usual.It started with one text.While Hunter was observing him, he saw him checking a message on his phone. After seeing the message, he caught the sinister grin on his lips. Something that he had never shown to other people.‘There’s something creepy in this guy,’ Hunter thought.Ian drove in the middle of the night. Wondering where he would go, Hunter followed. They arrived in alleyways that were shielded with homes that were one handshake door to door.Dumpsters were tucked away in alleys, with free fish to the passing cats.Hunter sealed up his nostrils as the smell would want him to conju
Dying As Guard, Awakening As Bride 84. "Vomiting Blood"
Zoe observed the chaos as Victoria coughed up blood, and she knew that Margaux was the one who had served the food.As everyone else panicked, Zoe took a step back and thought to herself, "This is exactly what I wanted."With Victoria out of the way, Zoe felt that she was no longer a threat to her and Martin's relationship, and she knew that Margaux was to blame.As the commotion filled the mansion, Zoe looked around and thought, "I don't know who you are or if you're watching me, but you did a good job."She felt grateful to the person who had made her wish come true.But wait. She knew she had more things to do. Zoe looked at Margaux, who was shouting at the top of her lungs while carrying the bloody Victoria in her arms."Call an ambulance! Quick!" Margaux said.Zoe thought, 'This old woman knew my secret. I couldn't let her tell it to Martin.'So, she picked up her phone and sent a message to her stalker.["Madam Margaux knew my secret. I can't let Martin know."]She waited for th
Dying As Guard, Awakening As Bride 85. "Accusation"
Why was Victoria alive?Zoe asked herself that question repeatedly.The stalker made sure to tell Zoe that he would get rid of Victoria for sure. So, he should have used a strong poison to kill her.However, the doctor came out and informed everyone that she was alive!"Let's go and see her now," Martin said to everyone. He patted Zoe's back as if telling her that she could clear her name because Victoria had regained consciousness.But Zoe has doubts.'Before Victoria lost consciousness, I recalled the moment when she grinned at me. What was that?'"What are you doing?" Gray whispered from behind. "Hurry up and walk."As everyone's attention was on Zoe, she reluctantly made her way to the room where Victoria was being held. She nervously fiddled with the phone in her pocket, hoping for a response from the stalker.Upon entering the room, they found Victoria sitting on the bed. She appeared to be okay, although her face was noticeably pale."My daughter!" Sabby went to her bed and hug
Dying As Guard, Awakening As Bride 86. "Taste Her Own Medicine"
The day before the incident…"Ian bought a poison from the illegal market in the downtown. It is more like a drug that is used for animals in veterinary. It was used for Euthanasia or for easing an animal's pain and suffering before dying," Hunter told Victoria. "Zoe has no pet," Victoria added."Of course. But you will have lunch with Zoe this Saturday. I can see the plan. It is either she'll kill you with it or frame you for that." After saying this, Hunter placed a medicine on the table. "I bought this from a seller. It's an antidote for poison. Keep it with you, just in case. And avoid eating anything until then."Victoria shook her head. "No," she disagreed. "If what you're saying is true, then this is a chance to kill two birds with one stone." She glanced at Hunter and declared, "I'll take the poison.""Vic!" Hunter stood up, alarmed. "Do you realize what you're saying? You're putting your life in danger!"Victoria maintained her composure, but her heart was pounding in her c
Dying As Guard, Awakening As Bride 87. "Not Innocent"
Martin was seething with anger upon seeing Hunter for the first time that day."Where have you been? Do you have any idea what happened in my house?!" Martin demanded."Sir, we have identified the individual responsible for the poisoning," Hunter informed."Really? Who was it?""It was Zoe's bodyguard, Ian Schober. He was also Zoe's stalker."Martin's eyes widened. He couldn't fathom that the culprit was someone so close and that he had trusted that person to protect Zoe.Martin, feeling guilty for Zoe, asked, "Did you catch him?""I'm sorry, but we didn't," Hunter replied."Try your best to catch him and cooperate with the police. I'll go back to rescue Zoe and prove her innocence," Martin insisted.Hunter frowned and said, "But, Sir, Zoe is not innocent at all."Confused, Martin turned around and shook his head. "What do you mean?""This is Ian's phone that I managed to grab from him while he was busy tampering with the food," Hunter revealed the phone in his hand. "I want you to ta
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Dying As Guard, Awakening As Bride Epilogue 12. "The News"
Victoria confessed to her parents about her pasts. Although Sabby and Emmanuel were happy for the news that her memories came back, they were in sorrow to learn that their youngest child was once a victim of r*pe.However, Victoria told them that she’s finally okay. If there’s one thing she wishes for, that is to meet Mark for the last time.Therefore, Victoria visited the prison. She sat on a chair in front of glass window where she could see Mark.“Long time no see, Mark,” Victoria uttered.Mark, who changed his name into Ian and worked as Martin’s bodyguard, couldn’t stare back at Victoria. “Why are you here?” he asked.“Well, I guess I wanted to see you for the last time,” Victoria said. “I mean after you threatened me for spilling the truth and tattered my car, I knew I have to see you.”Mark’s eyes grew. He looked at Victoria, who seemed to be the real Victoria.“Are you really Victoria?” he asked.Somehow, even though Vic didn’t tell Mark about the soul changing, Mark believed
Dying As Guard, Awakening As Bride Epilogue 11. "While You Were Me"
“You can do it, girl. Expose that b*tch,” Sofia gave support to Victoria.Victoria nodded her head. She couldn’t accept Vic as her sister because of the DNA test result. So, she’s planning to expose this during the party.She stood next to Mikhail and Vic.Victoria looked at the guests and smiled evilly. ‘You are done for,’ she laughed inwardly.She raised her chin and said, “This woman is…!”‘Is not my sister,’ that’s what she has to say. However, Victoria was surprised finding herself unable to say the words.The silence confused the listeners.‘What is this?’ Victoria asked herself.She felt the rush of sad emotions brewing in her heart.“She is…” she whispered, urging herself to talk. But all of a sudden, tears fell from her eyes.Everyone watched as Victoria burst into tears.“Victoria,” Vic called. She held Victoria’s arm and asked, “Are you okay?”Yet, Victoria could only cry. Sabby and Emmanuel approached their children. “Victoria, calm down. I’ll take you inside.”Sabby held
Dying As Guard, Awakening As Bride Epilogue 10. "Welcoming The Billionaire's Daughter"
Guests gathered at the Red’s mansion’s garden. All were talking about the eldest daughter of the Red family, who returned after many years.“Whoever she is, she’s so lucky!”“Who won’t be? We’re talking about the Red family who owns billions.”“I wonder if she’s single. I mean, I am willing to be the family’s in-laws,” someone joked.“Your son just got divorce. My son would be the better choice.”Everyone was so excited to meet the eldest daughter of the renowned family in the country. They expected she might be as extravagant as the famous Victoria Red or Mikhail Red.From the window of the mansion, Vic nervously looked at the guests below.“Damn it. I was always composed in the past. Why am I being nervous now?” Vic murmured, caressing her chest.She used to come to parties like that, but because she’s the star of the event, she couldn’t help but be nervous.‘I don’t want to bring bad name to my family,’ she thought as she took a deep breath.“Vic, are you there?”She heard her boyf
Dying As Guard, Awakening As Bride Epilogue 9. "Bit by Bit"
Martin looked at the space while inside his office. The other day, he met a brave woman who saved a child from getting hit by his car. Somehow after that encounter, the woman wouldn’t leave his mind.‘Why am I being like this toward a stranger I met for the first time?’ he asked himself.“Was it because of the odd things she said?” he murmured.The woman asked if he was fine now. She even told him he looked great as if she knew him beforehand.“Haa,” Martin sighed.He didn’t want any distractions as he had so much work.“Let’s work, shall we?” he tried to persuade himself.But just as he was determined to get rid of distraction and begin to work, a series of knocks came.Tap. Tap.Followed by the secretary’s announcement, “This is Secretary Louis, Sir.”“Come in,” Martin allowed.Louis, the new secretary, came inside with a small envelope in his hand. He greeted his boss, “Good day, Sir. You received an invitation to a night party this upcoming Sunday.”“A party?” Martin highlighted a
Dying As Guard, Awakening As Bride Epilogue 8. "Can't Accept Her"
Victoria was furious. A woman suddenly showed up in their house and claimed to be her eldest sister.“Why would my parents buy into this?” Victoria vented to her best friend, Sofia.They were at the party celebrating Victoria’s new movie, which was set to premiere globally.“I mean, she just appeared out of thin air. She doesn’t even look like any of us,” Victoria said, taking a big swig of her drink.Sofia let out a sigh and gave her a reassuring pat on the back. “Well, there’s a way to find out if she’s really your sister.” She leaned in and whispered, “How about a DNA test?”Victoria thought that was a solid plan. She was pretty sure Vic wasn’t her sister, and she was ready to prove it to her family.She went back home that night, knowing that Vic would be back home from Italy.Victoria waited for her.“Miss Victoria. Miss Vic is here,” reported the maid.On her night dress, Victoria went out of the house. But when she stepped out of the door, she saw Vic together with a familiar p
Dying As Guard, Awakening As Bride Epilogue 7. "The Real Heiress"
Sabby turned to Vic and said, "We figured out why we couldn't track you down; you ended up in another country."Vic glanced over at Emmanuel, who added, "You lost your memories, and the family that took you in gave you a new name. You spent your childhood in an orphanage, and eventually, you became Martin's bodyguard."In her parents' room, Vic saw them in tears as they recounted the events from years ago.'I can't believe this,' Vic thought to herself.All she wanted was to connect with the people she thought of as family. Instead, she discovered she was actually the long-lost daughter of a billionaire family, meaning she had been part of the Red family all along.Emmanuel sobbed, "I'm really sorry, Rica. Dad swore he’d always keep you safe, but I failed to do that when it mattered most."Sabby squeezed Vic’s hands and said, “We’re truly sorry for all the struggles you faced.” She gently stroked the roughness of her hands and continued, “I can’t even begin to imagine what you went th
Dying As Guard, Awakening As Bride Epilogue 6. "The Storm During the Cruise Ship"
Rica is the eldest daughter of the billionaire couple, Sabby and Emmanuel. For them, she was a precious gem.“Mom! Dad! I can see the ocean!” Rica energetically pointed to the ocean that could be seen from the shore.“Isn’t it beautiful, honey?” Sabby asked.“It is! It shines like diamonds!” Rica exclaimed and was soon cradled by the strong arms of her father.“I have no debts left, alright? I took you here and we’re quits,” Emmanuel said.Rica squinted her eyes and said, “We still have more games left, Dad. And if I win again, that means, you need to make my wish come true.”“You sneaky kid,” Emmanuel chuckled before tickling her.“Dad! That tickles!”“Guys, be careful,” Sabby warned and soon, she saw the huge ship approaching the deck. “It’s here! Look!”Emmanuel and Rica stopped playing around and looked at the sailing large boat that blossomed right there on the ocean.“Wow! It’s so huge!” Rica exclaimed. “And we’re going to ride there, aren’t we?”Sabby smiled at her daughter and
Dying As Guard, Awakening As Bride Epilogue 5. "The Lost Daughter"
In the living room, Vic and Victoria were lounging on opposite couches. Mikhail had stepped out to pick up his parents, leaving the two women to chat.As they sat there, Victoria noticed Vic's intense gaze on her. She shot back, “Stop staring at me like that. It’s kind of creepy.”Vic quickly looked away and replied, “Sorry. It’s just a bit strange having you right in front of me.”Victoria smirked, “Is it because I’m too gorgeous?”Vic chuckled, “I mean, I already knew you were good-looking, but you definitely have some confidence.”Victoria frowned, “I didn’t like that. It feels like a dig at me.”"No, I'm not trying to insult you. Actually, I just realized why it was so easy for Mikhail to uncover my secret. You were really a unique person, Victoria," Vic said."Enough with that. Just be honest with me. What’s your real connection to my brother? He’s not the type to cry easily, but you made him sob like a child. Did you two ever date?""That's a strange thing to say. I never though
Dying As Guard, Awakening As Bride Epilogue 4. "Strange Woman"
While walking in the garden, Victoria heard noisy sounds coming from the gate of the mansion.“What’s the noise about? It’s already hard to rest because of my busy schedule. Geez,” Victoria uttered before walking towards the commotion.Outside the gate, she saw a plain-looking woman who was standing before the guard of the family.“You…!” the guard shouted. "Leave now, or I’ll call the police!"She got curious what happened so she asked, “What’s going on here? It was so loud that I felt like I was in a zoo. What’s going on?”Victoria glanced over at the plain-looking woman and felt a chill run down her spine as she caught the intensity in the woman’s eyes. To her surprise, the lady suddenly looked like she was about to cry.‘What’s up with this woman?’ Victoria wondered. ‘Is she a fan or something?’Confused by the woman’s emotions, Victoria finally asked, “Who are you?”The woman didn’t respond right away. Instead, she managed a weak smile and said, “I heard you’ve lost your memory.”
