THE FITNESS COACH
Anna and Sarah stood in the grand hall, their eyes fixed on the fitness coach, a stern-looking woman with a clipboard in hand. The boss had introduced her earlier, explaining that she would help them get in shape for their future roles.
"Alright, ladies," the coach barked. "Today, we're going to focus on cardio. We'll be doing a series of exercises to get your heart rates up and burn those extra pounds."
Anna groaned inwardly, her mind racing back to her failed attempts at exercising with her mom. She had never been a fan of physical activity, and the thought of being pushed to her limits made her anxious.
As the coach began to demonstrate the exercises, Anna struggled to keep up. She was winded after just a few minutes, her legs aching and her lungs burning. Sarah, on the other hand, seemed to be handling it better, her movements fluid and effortless.
The coach noticed Anna's struggles and approached her. "You need to push yourself harder," she said, her voice firm but not unkind. "You're not going to impress the young master if you can't even keep up with a simple workout."
Anna felt a sting of tears in her eyes as the coach's words cut deep. She was already feeling overwhelmed and humiliated, and the coach's criticism only made it worse. She bit her lip, determined not to break down in front of the others.
But as the workout continued, Anna found herself brought close to tears. The exercises were grueling, and she felt like she was going to collapse at any moment. She glanced over at Sarah, who was still going strong, and felt a pang of inadequacy.
Just when she thought she couldn't take it anymore, the coach called out, "Time's up! Let's take a break."
Anna collapsed onto the floor, gasping for breath. She felt like she was going to cry, but she refused to give in. She looked up at the coach, who was watching her with a critical eye.
"I know you can do better," the coach said, her voice slightly softer now. "Just remember, it's all about discipline and hard work. If you want to make a good impression on the young master, you need to shape up."
Anna nodded, feeling a mix of determination and frustration. She knew she had to push through this, no matter how hard it was. For her own sake, and for Sarah's.
As they took a break, Anna leaned over to Sarah and whispered, "I don't know how much more of this I can take."
Sarah smiled encouragingly. "You got this, Anna. We're in this together."
Anna smiled back, feeling a surge of gratitude towards her friend.
Sarah also tried to encourage Anna not to give up,maybe if the youngmaster favours her,they could be free from this captivity and maybe,they can see their parents.
Sarah's words brought a glimmer of hope to Anna's eyes. She had been so focused on surviving the captivity that she hadn't thought about the potential benefits of gaining the young master's favor. Maybe, just maybe, they could use this situation to their advantage.
"What did you hear about the young master?" Anna asked, her voice barely above a whisper.
Sarah leaned in closer. "I overheard the guards talking. Apparently, he's incredibly powerful and influential. He's got connections all the way to the top, and people are scared of him."
Anna's eyes widened slightly. "That's terrifying. But if he's that powerful, maybe he can help us."
Sarah nodded. "Exactly. If you can gain his favor, maybe he'll be willing to help us investigate Mr. J and get to the bottom of why you were kidnapped."
Anna's mind was racing with possibilities. She had always thought of the young master as just a ruthless captor, but now she was starting to see him in a different light. Maybe, just maybe, he was the key to their freedom.
"But what if he's too ruthless?" Anna asked, her voice laced with concern.
Sarah shrugged. "We'll just have to take that risk. But think about it, Anna. If you can charm him, maybe he'll be willing to do us a favor. And who knows, maybe he's not as bad as everyone says he is."
Anna nodded, determination etched on her face. She was going to do whatever it took to gain the young master's favor and secure their freedom. She was going to survive this captivity, no matter what it took.
As the workout resumed, Anna surprised everyone, including herself, with her newfound determination. She pushed through the exercises, her movements more fluid and confident. The coach nodded in approval, and Sarah cheered her on.
Between sets, Anna joked with Sarah, "Who knew I'd become a fitness enthusiast?"
Sarah laughed. "You're a natural! Maybe you'll even start enjoying this torture."
Anna playfully rolled her eyes. "Don't get ahead of yourself. I'm still hating every minute of it."
Their banter continued, and the tension in the room dissipated. Anna's smile became more genuine, and her eyes sparkled with mischief.
The coach raised an eyebrow. "You two seem to be having too much fun. Let's see if you can keep that energy up during the next exercise."
Anna grinned. "Bring it on. We're ready."
The workout intensified, and Anna's determination paid off. She finished the session with a sense of accomplishment, her exhaustion tempered by a newfound confidence.
As they left the hall, Sarah whispered, "You're really selling it, Anna. I think you're going to make a great impression on the young master."
Anna winked. "It's all about playing the part. But let's see if I can keep this up when I meet him."
The suspense was building, and Anna's newfound confidence had her wondering what lay ahead. Would she charm the young master, or would she falter? Is he handsome or is he ugly? She shivered at the thought. If he's ugly,it will be impossible to like him. "Oh God,am I really going to end up with an ugly guy?". The anticipation was torturous and thrilling.