THE SECOND CHANCE : TO LIFE AND LOVE
ZEPHYR MARTINEZ
She lay exhausted, leaning against the wall. Her appearance was far from presentable as blood oozed from her mouth, and the source of the bleeding seemed unknown. Pain coursed through her entire body, and then she detected an unusual smell, distinct from the scent of her own blood - it was the pungent odor of petroleum.
A wicked laugh echoed in the air, and she realized her vulnerability in the midst of the wild forest. Convinced that no one would be nearby, she recalled a recent crying session when her tormentors had subjected her to physical abuse, kicking her belly and burning cigarettes onto her hands. Despite being badly beaten, with no room for additional cuts or pain, she resolved not to let the agony consume her entirely. Crawling to the side of the cottage, before she could comprehend, everything around her ignited in flames..
Fire surrounded her, and she noticed tightly shut windows that housed spiders. Unlike them, she, with her injured leg, couldn't walk properly. The glass eventually shattered due to some force, and she coughed violently.
Unknown person
"Let me die already... there is no one in this cruel world who loves me... it's better to die... let it all end...!"
A resounding "THUD" followed, and something crashed onto her.
The cottage was now engulfed in flames, and no one was in sight. Presumably, her assailants had left after setting the cottage ablaze, assuming she would perish within the ashes. She lay there surrounded by fire, screaming as her skin burned
This marked the END of someone!
On a remarkably rainy day in Tela (Country),
Thunder roared like a wild lion. Inside a meticulously arranged office, a woman stood alone. Zephyr Martinez.
Emotionless. Silent. Eyes fixed on the rain, smoking as if the ashtray was a person she despised.
Left hand in her pocket. Right hand flicking ashes. The storm outside mirrored the storm within.
Jonicca
(enters, soaked): Huff, it's pouring buckets!
If I'd known earlier, I’d have brought an umbrella! Being your assistant is no cakewalk.
Jonicca
Just look at me—I resemble a drowned cat!
I shudder to think how you’ll cope when I’m in Wakanda!
You know, jbdjsj###&hdjs!
[Towel lands on Jonicca’s face which muffled her words]
Jonicca
…Hey! You can’t just toss a towel at me like that!
Zephyr Martinez
(calmly, already typing): Report.
Jonicca
Alright, alright!
Today, a delegation from Genovia requested our 'White Tigresses.' We sent them.
Jonicca
Training’s on track. 47 out of 100 passed the Loyalty test. One level left.
78 new recruits joined today. Beginner training starts tomorrow.
Jonicca
We're competing in the World Fighting Championship next week. They’ve specifically asked for you.
I’ll be in Wakanda, so a new recruit will assist you in my absence.
Jonicca
That’s the full report. Any other orders, Boss?
Zephyr Martinez
No. I’m exhausted.
Jonicca
Boss… you really need to rest. You just came back from that trip.
Jonicca
And you didn’t even take me to Meriana! Was it a business trip?
Zephyr Martinez
(pauses, voice low): It was… personal.
Jonicca
(softly): Got it.
Did you at least take your meds?
Zephyr Martinez
(absently): I forgot.
Jonicca
Oh dear. What am I going to do with you…
Jonicca
*fetches the meds, gently placing them in Zephyr’s hand.*
Scene Change – Ceremony Hall
Host
Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome our chief guest, Miss Zephyr Martinez!
Host
CEO of 'Armour,' trainer of 4000 elite women, and this year’s Best Entrepreneur in Security Services!
Host
Let’s invite Miss Zephyr Martinez to the stage.
Zephyr walks calmly to the podium, applause echoing
Zephyr Martinez
Good afternoon.
Zephyr Martinez
Never let anyone grind you down.
Zephyr Martinez
Like a toddler—when you fall, muster up all your energy and stand up.
Zephyr Martinez
Thank you.
Jonicca
(whispers to herself): Well that was short! But I don't expect anything more from her!
*sigh*
Zephyr was never one for speeches. But when she did speak, people listened.
Reserved. Calculated. Mysterious. Her silence could be louder than words.
As the event continued, Zephyr sat quietly, letting her aura speak for her. Reporters swarmed, fans gathered. But her security team kept them all at bay.
She is intelligent, captivating, and unapologetically powerful.
And when Zephyr Martinez paused before answering—
Zackeria ( Author)
The world waited!!!!
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